25 highland slaggan bay

THIS western wilderness in the Scottish Highlands seems almost untouched by tourism. As my partner, Will, and I drove along the single track roads to reach our destination, we barely saw another perso

■ Distance: 6 miles/9.7km ■ Time: 2½-3hours ■ Grade: Easy

Fed up with busy, bustling beaches? Find serenity by the sea, as Daniel Start, co-author of the new Wild Guide: West Ireland , shares some of his favourite hidden gems along the Wild Atlantic Way

■ Distance: 5¼ miles/8.3km ■ Time: 2½ hours ■ Grade: Easy

■ Distance: 7½ miles/12km ■ Time: 4-5 hours ■ Grade: Challenging

Blow away the cobwebs and supercharge your mental wellbeing with these seven superb coastal walks