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Let your running loose

A straightforward winter ascent along a sinuous summit ridge in the Highlands leads to a Munro with spectacular alpine views.

At the farthest western tip of the British mainland lie the remains of one of the most violent volcanic moments in the nation’s pre-history. Walking it is a challenge – and a revelation.

Take a road trip around Scotland’s ‘misty isle’ for volcanic rock formations, wild swimming at the Fairy Pools and warming drams of cask whisky.

How do you find the sweet spot between adventure and self-preservation? Trail headed up Blencathra on a perfect winter’s day to work it out.