John Davidson

An autumn festival taking place around Inverness and Loch Ness aims to spark a sense of adventure while connecting people to the outdoors.

Cyclists in the Highlands and beyond can look forward to the spring by signing up to the 12th edition of the Etape Loch Ness.

A new wind farm is being considered in the hills above Loch Ness with what would be the highest turbines in the area.

‘Mind blowing’ challenge raises more than £12,000 as experience is described as being of massive benefit to her physical and mental health.

Wildfires in the Highlands and Moray have closed a number of roads with flames said to be rising up to 50ft in the air.

Disruption is expected later this month when the Far North Line is closed for three weeks as part of a major upgrade of the track.

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson enjoys a short walk with the children to a prominent viewpoint not far from Inverness – complete with trig pillar

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson completed his 10th Etape Loch Ness at the weekend as the cycle sportive returned to Inverness

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: A former railway line that is now part of a long-distance walking and cycling route has reopened after being closed for two years

Avonlea is now gearing up to provide pupils with additional needs with a space for supported learning.