In Scotland, on or among the hills, it may be winter any day of the year and to cope with the wide variations of weather and temperature the “layer” principle of clothing helps.

Several layers of clothing incorporating essential outer wind and hooded waterproof layers.

Walking boots are considered essential for hill walking.

Warm and waterproof clothing should be carried and strong footwear should be worn.

Don’t forget a hat and gloves and bear in mind that you can at any time meet wind-driven rain, hail or snow.

Denims are not suitable as they get wet very quickly and do not dry out.