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Lochs, bothies, and burial chambers: readers' favourite trips in Scotland
From the epic landscapes of the Highlands and Islands to intimate local community events, our readers share their best finds in Scotland. Tell us about a cool neighbourhood in a European city – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher.
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- A fogbow was observed over Loch a’ Choire Mhóir in the northern Highlands near the Choire Mhoir and Magoo’s bothies.
- Readers explored Neolithic sites in Orkney, including Skara Brae, the Ring of Brodgar, and Maeshowe burial chamber.
- Solo trips to the Outer Hebrides offered wildlife sightings (minke whales, dolphins, otters, sea eagles, grey seals) and peaceful beach walks on Harris.
- Campervan trips along the west coast highlighted Kinlochewe, Gairloch, Loch Morar, and Ardnamurchan with its Sanna beach.
- The Kintyre peninsula provided unspoilt scenery, coastal paths, and attractions like Tarbert harbour and Saddell Bay.
- Glasgow offered cultural experiences at Kelvingrove museum, the Barras flea market, and tenement house history.
- The community-owned Isle of Eigg provided stunning views, wild beaches, and a welcoming atmosphere with local amenities.
- Carrifran Wildwood in the Moffat Hills showcases successful forest regeneration through collective effort.
- Coastal Aberdeenshire featured Stonehaven's lido and beach, and the dramatic Dunnottar Castle.
- An experience on Tiree during a storm involved attending a local film screening at Screen Argyll.