Perfect for a post-Christmas hike
The top winter walks in the UK for people to embark on during the colder months as new research named John Muir Way the highest placing Scottish location on the list.
Muir moved to the United States of America when he was a child and later became an early advocate for the preservation of wilderness in the country. It was through this work that he came to be known as the 'Father of the National Parks'. John Muir Way opened in 2014 and includes a diverse selection of scenery, showcasing the best of Scotland's natural beauty. Those walking the trail will traverse farmlands, woodlands, beaches, and clifftops.
Other highlights include Blackness Castle, which has been used as a filming location for Outlander, and the Falkirk Wheel — the only rotating boat lift in the world.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Fans Supporting Foodbanks is uniting supporters across ScotlandIT was all part of a long tradition of community members seeing need and mucking in to help - but for what is now a UK-wide initiative, it was far…
Read more »
Boxing Day snow and ice warning with people warned not to travel in ScotlandBoxing Day drinkers have been urged to put on an extra layer and wrap up as a snow and ice warning is in place for parts of the country 🥶️
Read more »
Snow and ice warnings blanket Scotland as two-day alerts threaten travel chaosFour weather warnings for snow and ice have been issued across Scotland
Read more »
Boxing Day weather: Everywhere in England and Scotland that will see snowThe Met Office confirmed the UK saw a White Christmas this year
Read more »
White Christmas forecast for parts of Scotland⚠️ The Met Office has warned that 'Santa will have to dodge some thunderstorms and hail as he delivers our presents, but we’re sure he’s up to the task' ☃️ White Christmas forecast for parts of Scotland
Read more »
Met Office snow and ice warning extended to more parts of ScotlandStrengthening west-northwesterly winds will bring increasingly frequent wintry showers to parts of Scotland through Sunday night and into Monday…
Read more »