Amazingly, nearly 60% of Scotland’s landmass could be termed as hilly or mountainous. Ben Nevis is the highest mountain not only in Scotland, but also in the UK; and the country also boasts some of the remotest mountain areas in places like Cairngorm. Truly spectacular! Furthermore, this is the only area in the UK that regularly has sufficient snow for skiiers and snowboarders to enjoy.
Throughout Scotland there are many different rock types and faces, including sandstone, gabbro and gneiss (the oldest rock in the world). Climbers and mountaineers can marvel at every possible type of cliff, each one a challenge in its own right. Some are easy to scramble, whilst others require more technical skills and the right kit.
83,000 regularly take part in climbing or mountaineering
51,000 regularly ski
23,000 regularly snowboard
7,000 people have paid to watch skiing
7,000 people have paid to watch snowboarding
405,000 people watch skiing on TV
200,000 watch snowboarding on TV
Mountaineering, climbing and skiing are important pastimes for many in Scotland. In this zone there will be not just ideas for those who indulge in adrenalin sports, but also the chance to 'have a go' for yourself in the interactive area.
Bamboo Rider
Stand 130
Bamboorider is an eco friendly clothing label founded in Fife, Scotland. They make clothing from natural materials for people inspired by the ocean, mountain and urban landscape. Stop at their stand to view their exciting range of clothing.
Epic Ventures
Stand 124
Epic Ventures is an Edinburgh outdoor activities company providing guidance, tuition and equipment hire for a wide variety of outdoor pursuits. These can be carried out, either in the Edinburgh area, or in an area requested by the client, depending on the activity required.
F5 Karts
Stand 108-118
Blast around the beaches using purely the power of the wind and learn to land-yacht. Great fun for children and adults. See them on the Destination Dumfries & Galloway stand.
Galloway Activity Centre
Stand 108-118
Showing as part of the Destination Dumfries & Galloway stand, this activity centre can offer everything from sailing to Windsurfing, from powerboating to kayaking; even outdoor Laser Quest too.
Glencoe Activities
Stand 136
Centre yourself in Glencoe Valley in the heart of the Outdoor Capital of the UK and pick from a remarkable range of superb things to do and to enjoy. Whether its golf on a stunning parkland course, rib rides out to open sea or the thrill of high-adrenalin canyoning. Professional guides, personal attention, friendly people and superb equipment.
Laggan Outdoor
Stand 108-118
Exhibiting on the Destination Dumfries & Galloway stand, the Laggan Outdoor activity centre can offer Outdoor Activity Holidays or individual Outdoor Activities.
Team Magnus
Stand 122
Team Magnus helps children reclaim the outdoors so that the adults can reclaim the house. Both sports skills and a sense of fun are best acquired in open spaces. They provide the not-seen-before kit and the just-right clothing to make kids beg to stay out longer.
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