Hi, I’m Peter, a proud husband to Debbie and father to my autistic son, for whom I’m a dedicated carer.
My life changed for the better through my involvement with Ramblers Scotland and Glasgow Triathlon Club, and though I no longer actively go out with them, I remain a member in gratitude for the impact they’ve had.
These days, you’ll find me training at Chris Bowman Fitness, where I love hitting the gym and joining classes.
This site is my way of inspiring you to step outside, explore Scotland’s breathtaking landscapes, and get hooked on the joy of adventure.
I aim to share detailed route guides, complete with GPS mappings and OS map references, to help you plan your own journeys.
I’d love for you to contribute by sharing your own experiences and favourite places. Let’s celebrate Scotland’s beauty together!
More of my story….
Views are my new addiction
The motivation to get fit for his young son and the desire for a good view led to Peter Gordon’s weight loss and addiction to walking.
My life changing experience has been a journey over three years with a drastic attempt to lose weight. My motivation was to get more mobile for my seven year old son Rodrick who has autism. I was nearly 18 stone, eating unhealthily and living a lifestyle that could lead to a heart attack and deep down I really wanted to change.
One summer at a theme park I wanted to go on the teacup ride with my son but when we got on the ride I was squashing him and felt embarrassed.
The easiest thing I could do was walk. I was too fat to run so attempted walking up Ben Bouie in Helensburgh. What should have been a 40 minute walk took me an hour and a half with lots of stops and gasping for breath. I came to one of the ridges near the top and the view was mind blowing. I could see Ben Lomond and the Arrochar Alps in the distance. This is how I got the bug for walking and dreamed of climbing these mountains for the view as well as losing weight.
My wife was attending Slimming World and I went along to give her support but I enjoyed the challenge of losing weight every week. I started the diet but got into the walking. Every morning I walked up towards Ben Bouie and got fitter and fitter. In two months I lost nearly three stone.
I bought an OS map and planned my route up Ben Bouie. One day I reached the summit and could see the Arrochar Alps and I thought to myself the Cobbler is my next one. I faced the Cobbler on a wet, blustery day and I stopped at every corner of the zigsag path but with determination I did it. I saw Narnain beside me and the other Munros and with a map and proper gear I tackled them losing weight till I was down to 12 stone. Eventually I was doing two or three Munros and the views were my new addiction.
Joining Ramblers Scotland was a game-changer, allowing me to lead walks and inspire others to discover the joy of the outdoors. For a time, I served as a footpath officer, advocating for better access to Scotland’s trails. My dream is to help others experience the same life-changing views that fueled my addiction to walking—from the rugged peaks of the Arrochar Alps to the rolling beauty of Ben Bouie. Through this site, I hope to guide you to these moments of awe and encourage you to take that first step toward your own adventure.