There is a quiet satisfaction to be had at Roseisle, one of the Moray coast’s more rewarding spots. A walk through the coastal forest will in time open up, with little fanfare, onto an expanse of beach. It is a landscape that begs to be repeated: forest, then beach, and so on. The transitions are … Read more
There’s a particular kind of satisfaction in covering the ground on a route that has long since been superseded by newer ways of doing things. The Dava Way is a case in point. This 24-mile trail from Forres to Grantown-on-Spey is a fine example of how to repurpose industrial heritage into something of striking diversity. … Read more
If you have an hour to spare and would rather not be in the car, this is where to head. Sanquhar Pond is less than a mile from the High Street, set in a patch of woodland on the south side of town that most visitors never come across because they are not pointed in … Read more
There’s a lot going on in and around Forres this Easter, and local businesses are putting on a wide variety of things to see and do. We’ve put together a handy summary of events, activities and fun going on, but there’ll be more! And don’t forget to visit the the town centre, local shops and … Read more
A new map showing where mobile phones WON’T work properly due to lack of signal can be used in reverse for those who want to really get away from it all. Digital devices that need a 4G connection are the biggest distraction to our modern lifestyles, and it’s no surprise that people head for the … Read more
We all love a walk on the beach, but a little bit of beachcombing can turn a walk into a fun activity. Next time you’re walking along the shore, look at all the bits and pieces washed up by the tide. From tiny bits of broken glass with their sharpness rounded off by the eternal … Read more
Weathermen and astronomers will always argue that spring starts either on the 1 March or later in the month. For me, it starts when I see that wonderful carpet of crocuses appear in Grant Park. And in fact, it’s not just in the town where you can witness this spectacle. These beautiful harbingers of spring … Read more