We Are ScotWays
Founded in 1845, ScotWays (The Scottish Rights of Way and Access Society) is the independent charity which upholds and promotes public access rights in Scotland. We are widely recognised as experts in the law and practice of access and advise on access problems, provide information and training, and maintain a vast database about routes in Scotland. You can see our recognisable green and white signs on routes across Scotland.
We are home to the Heritage Paths Project, a unique archive of Scotland’s old paths and roads. We record hundreds of old routes, from Roman Roads to Pilgrim Paths. Why not have a look?
Explore our website and find out more about public access to the outdoors in Scotland, how it developed, the Society’s history and what you can do to support us. Of course, the best thing you can do is join us!
LATEST NEWS
SORA Manifesto
ScotWays is very pleased to be part of the Scottish Outdoor Recreation Alliance (SORA), a coalition of the main outdoor recreation organisations representing activities including walking, climbing,...
Are local councils failing to uphold Scotland’s world-renowned public access rights?
Scotland’s statutory right of access, commonly referred to as ‘Right to Roam’, is something for Scotland to be proud of however, it only works if properly upheld. In the Scottish Parliament back in...
PATH OF THE MONTH
Heritage Path for September 2025: Applecross Coffin Roads
Heritage Path of the Month. Applecross Coffin Roads is our Heritage Path of the Month for September 2025, click here to view the details More about Applecross Coffin Roads: From Applecross village (Clachan) go round the head of the bay and take the private road, which...