With spring almost over and summer just around the corner, more and more Scots will be looking to get out and immerse themselves in the country's natural beauty.
While hikes are a great way to see some of the best Scotland has to offer, some people will look to go further and spend the night in a bothy. Compared to hotels and holiday cottages, bothies provide a very different and less comfortable experience.
Usually having no facilities and minimal furnishings, bothies are usually left unlocked and available for anyone to use free of charge. Provisions such as sleeping bags and drinking water should be taken in, as these are not provided.
