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Protecting Scotland's countryside
Discover our work to protect the beauty of Scotland’s countryside.
Scotland has a wealth of stunning places to walk in the countryside that we protect to ensure future generations can continue to explore them.
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Vehicle tracks in Scotland’s hills
Vehicle tracks in the hills can cause damage to fragile upland areas yet sadly they don’t need planning permission. We are campaigning for better regulation.