The heather in Scotland is breathtaking. Blanketing the landscape in the prettiest of purples, it’s a magical sight. So much so that I’ve spent much of the past week on the moors taking it in. Today I want to share its beauty with you, and if you’re wondering where to see heather in Scotland for yourself, read on.
Where to See Heather in Scotland
Heather is fleeting. It blooms for a few weeks every August, then fades away as autumn sets in. I’ve seen it in the Lammermuir Hills in the Scottish Borders, particularly around The Southern Upland Way. It covers moorland throughout Scotland and northern England, too. If you get a chance, I recommend seeing the heather in Scotland up close. I’ve never experienced anything like it in all my travels, and I’m sure you’ll be as enchanted by it as I am. These 11 photos will show you why…
Do you have recommendations for where to see heather in Scotland? Please share!
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You’re killing me! Who needs lavender when you’ve got heather like that!
Yeah! It’s so amazing to see.
I’m leaving for Scotland tomorrow! As if I needed another reason to be excited!
That’s great! I hope you get to see the heather while you’re in Scotland!
I went to Scotland two years ago and it was a very pleasant and excellent time. I love the photos!
Thanks!
Oh my gosh that is absolutely beautiful, Julie!! Of course I also like the photo that included the dog! 🙂 Have a great week! 🙂
Thanks, Mike! I loved seeing the dog running through the heather. Have a great week!
So, so beautiful!
Thanks!
Oh wow, that looks amazing! Didn’t even know this existed in the UK 🙂 Definitely need to see more of Scotland! Hope you’re settling in well, with this nature around you, I’m sure you are!
Yeah, I didn’t know about it until a couple years ago either. It’s so lovely!
Beautiful photos, thank you for sharing. I live on the Isle of Skye and our heather is just fading, it blooms a bit later this further north and west to the Borders. We’ve had some amazing different shades of purple this year which I have gathered and dried to enjoy throughout the winter.
That’s great! Drying it sounds like a good idea.
Simply stunning photos! That purple colour is just lush!
Thanks! It’s really amazing to see in person.
A fellow Californian..thank you for the pics! My husband and I are planning a visit to Scotland this year, and the primary reason is to see the heather!! So thank you?
I’m so glad to hear that! I hope you enjoy your trip.
Hello Eve from Cape Town South Africa, I’m also going to be in Scotland in August and can’t wait! <3 Enjoy every moment!