A practical guide to visiting the scottish isles

TAKING a trip to the islands of North and South Uist and Benbecula is not a spur of the moment decision. Getting there requires planning, preparation and patience, but once you arrive you will find yo

If you’re travelling from southern England, the Caledonian Sleeper runs direct overnight train journeys to and from London Euston and Glasgow Central, with seats from £50 and classic rooms from £190 (

You’ll find wild scenery, castles and more in this magical region

Recommended by RiDE’s contributors, each one is the perfect way to cap off a great riding season

Prima’s Claire Fox headed to Scotland for an adventure like no other…

Celebrating 100 years of the BBC Shipping Forecast, Jane Russell takes us on a series of coastal cruises through the forecast sea areas, exploring some of the special places on offer in each of them