Spring 2011 Issue of Scotland Outdoors

The latest issue of Scotland Outdoors is in stock in Peebles (£3.80)

For Spring 2011 you'll find articles on the rich variety of seabirds in Scotland, travels on lonely Rannoch Moor and a cycle tour along the length of the Outer Hebrides together with a fantastic opportunity to win a cruise to World Heritage site St. Kilda.

P.S. Congratulations too, to Richard Rowe, Scotland Outdoors editor, on becoming a first time Dad

25 years on...still going strong

In November 1992 we were working hard to get our shop in Peebles opened. We were living in a draughty old shepherd's cottage in the Moorfoot Hills at the time and one day, our landlady remarked that there was a famous mountaineer coming to give a fundraising talk in aid of the village hall. It seemed unlikely but yes, Chris Bonington was coming to Carrington. It proved to be a memorable evening that people still occasionally mention to us today. Standing room only with an eclectic audience of school children, Women's Institute stalwarts, elders of the kirk and a smattering of outdoor enthusiasts. It probably wasn't the kind of gathering Bonington was used to speaking to but his professionalism and communication skills ensured that his stories came alive for everyone in the room. At the end of the presentation we joined the scrum of autograph hunters and got his signature on a poster which we hung in our new shop on the day it opened. It stayed on the wall for quite a few...

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Harrogate Branch Sale on Selected Paramo Clothing

Our Harrogate branch currently has some rarely available sale offers on selected Paramo garments. Availability is strictly limited so don’t waste any time in contacting us to check availabilty.

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