Our walks is mon 1 Bruach na Frithe ...

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

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.

■ Distance: 5½ miles/8.9km ■ Time: 3-4hours ■ Grade: Moderate

■ Distance: 9 miles/14km ■Time: 4 hours ■Grade: Moderate

Tom Shepherd combines two iconic Irish coastal routes for a journey filled with breathtaking wildlife spots, dreamy scenic stops and a taste of adventure