Scotland's world-class mountain biking centre at Glentress never looked so stunning as it did on Saturday. The fine Easter sunshine showed off the forest trails at their best as my son & I tackled the 15km Blue course, one of four signposted routes at Glentress, near Peebles. Long climbs and thrilling descents through the pine trees, and all for nothing more than a few pounds for the car park.

Like ski runs, the routes are pitched at all levels of riders, from Green (5km and near flat) to Black (30km of hair-raising up and down). With the wonderful Hub cafe, MTB shop and showers on site, and bike hire available (limited - phone ahead), this really is a fantastic day out.