April - Hire of the Month - John Muir Way

The John Muir Way

John Muir was a man of many talents; farmer, naturalist, botanist, inventor, explorer, mountaineer, writer - but is best known as a pioneer of nature conservation.

Muir was born in the coastal town of Dunbar, East Lothian on 21st April 1838. During his childhood in Scotland, he developed a deep love of the natural world, which grew into a lifelong cause, earning worldwide recognition.

April 2014 marked the centenary of Muirs death and the opening of the 215km celebratory John Muir Way. The trail stretches from his East Coast birthplace, through coastal, country and urban central Scotland, to Helensburgh on the West coast- the Muir familys departure point on their emigration to North America.

Gordon Nicolsons tartan design to honour Muir was inspired by " the Father of the National parks" legacy, and by the stunning coastline, countryside & Lammermuir hills which surround Dunbar, where Gordon lives with his family.

John Muir Way tartan is woven by Lochcarron of Scotland."...the colours are earthy & natural - with a nod to Dunbar (the red - from Dunbar tartan) and the flash of blue - the sea & the sky. "

The John Muir Way Tartan is approved by Scottish Natural Heritage, and is Registered with the Scottish Register of Tartans.

Browse our selection of John Muir Way Tartan Hire Outfits here. Use code GNKAPR10H at checkout. 

T&C's 

John Muir Way Kilt Outfits can be booked in April for any Hire occasion throughout the year - while stocks last.  Any Kilt Outfits hired before and after April will not be eligible for this discount. No other offers can be used in conjunction with this discount.

Further news.... ...If you love this tartan and want to find out more about our exclusive design which commemorates such an important son of Scotland, and stay tuned to the Kiltmakers Chronicle for more !