Torridon becomes Scotland's newest National Nature Reserve
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Torridon becomes Scotland's newest National Nature Reserve

6 Aug 2026 · Originally published 6 Aug 2026 9/10 Original headline: Scotland’s newest national nature reserve revealed
NatureScot has granted National Nature Reserve status to a 5,100-hectare area of Wester Ross, stretching from the shores of Loch Torridon to the peaks of Beinn Alligin and Liathach. This designation provides long-term protection for the region's native woodlands, rare plants, and upland wildlife, ensuring the landscape is managed for nature conservation over the next two centuries.
Source: STV News Highland
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