Map of Scotland 2021: Folded road map (Collins Road Atlas)

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Take to the sea in a canoe, in one of the many lochs and inlets along the route. Enjoy a different perspective and get up close with the local wildlife Road type – one lane in each direction, no difficulty unless you take side roads to explore (Motorhome / Campervan OK) Military maps of the Board of Ordnance include the earliest detailed town plans of Perth and Inverness (ca. 1716)

Visit the stunning ruins of Elgin Cathedral. Built in 1224 and known asthe ‘Lantern of the North’,it was one of the most spectacular medieval cathedrals in Scotland. The enchanting Isle of Gigha can be reached in just 20 minutes on a ferry from Tayinloan and is a fantastic day trip destination. Kissed by the gulf stream, the beautiful Achamore Gardens feel exotic, whilst in contrast, a hike up Creag Bhan, the highest point on the island, showcases the best of the raw and wild landscape. Visit Lady Victoria Colliery, one of the best and last surviving Victorian collieries in Europe, and now the National Mining Museum of Scotland. Explore the machinery used to mine and take coal to the surface, imagine what a miner’s life was like, and experience the sights and sounds of a working pit on a fantastic tour of the pit head. Visit the viewpoint at An Ceann Mor, in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, to get a sense of the sheer size and incredible beauty of Loch Lomond.The OS 25 inch maps cover all inhabited areas of Britain. They are a smaller scale than the Town Plans but a larger area is covered. These maps are particularly useful to local historians looking at changes in smaller settlements including changes to buildings and streets.

Length – 55 miles – 89km (via northern Road + small detour to Quiraing + small detour to Fairy Glen) If you are tired of all those beautiful mountains and want a change of scenery, head south of Edinburgh. Town plans are usually detailed maps of urban areas. They can refer to any built up settlement including cities and burghs.Detail from an OS six-inch characteristic sheet showing different symbols used for uncultivated land. Aberdeen& Aberdeenshire: From pristine beaches to crumbling castles, exciting cultural attractions to ancient maritime heritage, Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire is one of the most vibrant regions in Scotland. At its heart, the city of Aberdeen is a cosmopolitan hub and bustling commercial centre. Widely regarded as the ‘Oil Capital of Europe‘, Aberdeen’s proud heritage in the oil and gas industries has propelled it into the spotlight as a city of excellence where people worldwide come to explore and do business. Westport boasts a sandy beach, perfect for surfing.There is a surf school in the village where you can hire equipment and take lessons if this is your first time on a board. You’ll need a wet suit, whatever the weather – the water in these parts is pretty chilly! Make a stop at the very pretty village of Fort Augustus, the gateway to Loch Ness and the most southerly tip of this famous body of water. It is also the point where the Caledonian Canalleaves Loch Ness, cutting through the small village on its way south. Visit the Castle of Mey, which was restored by The Queen Mother when she bought it in 1952 and saved it from abandonment. A fascinating glimpse into a castle that served as a holiday retreat for the royal family, and with wonderful gardens, this is a truly beautiful place.