My coast

IS the success of a holiday all down to the weather? It certainly is when you are in the Hebrides, though we always go well prepared for the worst, and take lots of books too so that after wet walks w

A weekend away from it all in the wild landscapes of the Shetland Islands offers the perfect break from city life

It’s a part of Iceland that’s off the tourist trail, but it’s brilliant for birding, writes Vanessa Wright

There’s so much to fall in love with on the Misty Isle

30-minute birder Amanda Tuke sees the benefits of being distracted by birds at home, and on the coast

10 great sites for brilliant birdwatching