26 inner hebrides isle of muck

■ Distance: 5½ miles/8.5km ■ Time: 6-7hours ■Grade: ...

From gnarly ridge traverses to relaxing strolls along silvery beaches, these island hikes lend themselves to the long days of Summer

■ Distance: 7¼ miles/11.8km ■Time: 3¾ hours ■ ...

Alastair MacDonald Jackson spent two years visiting as many of Scotland’s west coast islands as possible. Here he showcases some of the greatest wonders of the west – and offers practical advice on how to see them

■ Distance: 11¾ miles/19km ■ Time: ...

■ Distance: 8½ miles/13.7km ■ Time: 4 hours ■ Grade: Moderate