The Christmas period is often a time of excess. And when you’ve eaten (or drunk) a little too much, it can be tempting to just vegetate on the couch for days on end while flicking channels and reaching for the biscuit tin. But getting fresh air is important, even in winter, with time outside proving a great way to boost your mood. If you don’t fancy a mammoth hike, but more of a short walk, then here are some of the best across Scotland.
Dean Village and the Water of Leith, Edinburgh Most of us will have walked up Arthur’s Seat or Calton Hill while in Edinburgh. But what about taking a stroll around the lesser-visited Dean Village? This curious, charming “village”, which looks straight out of a postcard, is in fact located in the heart of Scotland’s capital city. Starting in the centre of Edinburgh, it doesn’t take long to reach Dean Village, with its collection of 19th-century cottages and brightly painted houses.