Sleeping beneath the stars between the lochs and the pines is an immersive way to reconnect with nature. From where you can camp to what you need to bring with you, here's how to pitch your tent responsibly.
Pitching a tent far from civilisation, where the only sounds come from the birds and the whistling of the wind through the trees, makes for a restorative break for anyone who enjoys spending time in nature. But wild camping is for the most part illegal in England and Wales without the landowner’s permission — save for in Dartmoor National Park, where access rights were recently restored.
One place where you are generally free to pitch up where you please is Scotland as, thanks to the Land Reform Act 2003, the bulk of the highlands, islands and wildest reaches are generally open to all. Here’s what you need to know to plan an adventure.Wild camping involves pitching your tent away from all infrastructure, carrying all your equipment and leaving no trace.
The next most important piece of kit is your sleeping bag. Scotland can become cold suddenly, especially at higher altitudes, so ensure your sleeping bag is rated warm enough to tackle all possible temperatures you might encounter. A lightweight sleeping mat is also worth taking, as is a small travel stove, fuel and a basic cooking set.
And don’t forget to bring a water filter, or the means to boil water, as well as a bin bag, toilet roll, a shovel and a good head torch. In terms of clothing, lots of layers are best, with waterproofs to protect you from the rain.
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