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Long-form writing from across Scotland: route guides, gear reviews, skills articles and trip reports.
- Hillwalking14 Apr 2026 · 19 min
The Cobbler (Ben Arthur): Why Scotland's Best Hill Isn't a Munro
The Cobbler is 884m, 16 metres short of Munro status, and the most recognisable hill in southern Scotland. Here's the full walker's guide — route, scramble, seasonal notes, and the story of the hill the Munro list missed.
Read → - Hillwalking14 Apr 2026 · 13 min
Your First Munro from Glasgow: 5 Hills Within 90 Minutes
You live in Glasgow, you want to bag your first Munro, and you don't want a four-hour drive. Here are the five closest Munros, ranked for first-timers with honest notes on difficulty, terrain and when to go.
Read → - Hillwalking14 Apr 2026 · 20 min
The 10 Best Corbetts in Scotland: A Hill-Bagger's Shortlist
The Corbetts are Scotland's under-appreciated hill list — 222 summits between 2,500 and 3,000 feet, quieter than the Munros, often harder, and frequently more interesting. Here are ten to start with, from beginner-friendly to proper Highland days.
Read → - Hillwalking13 Apr 2026 · 3 min
Why the Corbetts Beat the Munros
The Munros get all the attention. The Corbetts are wilder, quieter, often more interesting, and you don't have to fight crowds at the cairn. Here's the case.
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