The ‘right to roam’ in Scotland, as outlined in the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003, grants everyone in Scotland the right to be on land for recreational purposes and to cross said land for these uses. However, this right comes with limitations and responsibilities, including restrictions on private land adjacent to dwellings, farm buildings, schools, and other man-made features.

The right to roam must be exercised sensibly and responsibly, with guidance available in the Scottish Outdoors Access Code. Unlike in England, where the right to roam only applies to open access land, in Scotland, wild camping is possible and occurs regularly. Motorised activities like off-road driving do not fall under the right to roam and require the landowner’s permission.

Overall, the right to roam in Scotland allows for recreational use of land, but with limitations and responsibilities. Unlike in England, where camping is restricted to campsites, in Scotland, wild camping is allowed. Motorised activities like off-road driving do not fall under the right to roam and require permission from the landowner.