Win the ultimate midge survival kit and avoid nasty bites this summer

Get the Scottish Highlands on a good day, and it’s one of the most spectacular outdoor playgrounds you’ll find. You can climb a mountain, enjoy views that stretch out to the coast and beyond, take a dip in a mountain lake, and sleep out under the stars.

It’s adventure heaven. But there’s one tiny (literally) problem. The summer may bring warmth and sunshine for 18 hours a day, but it also brings one of nature’s greatest pests: the Highland Midge. These minuscule insects can be extremely prevalent throughout Scotland (and other parts of the UK) during summer, especially in areas like the West Highlands, the Isle of Skye, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs, and around Fort William. All places that are favourites for campers and hikers.

Midges can gather in thick clouds, and female midges bite persistently, leaving itchy and irritating lumps behind. While they’re not as big or noisy as mosquitos, they’re arguably more annoying, thanks to the greater numbers and sheer doggedness of the midge. Plus, because they swarm and are so small, they’re more difficult to swat away.

While they’re not dangerous and don’t carry disease, they can be frustrating to deal with, and make an otherwise perfect camping trip a lot less enjoyable.

That’s why, with the help of Smidge, we’re giving away five of the ultimate midge survival kits. In each kit, you’ll find repellent, a mesh head net, and a tick remover, to help deal with another of Scotland’s little biters.

Simply answer the question below to be in with a chance to win.

Win a Smidge Survival Kit

Inside the survival kit, you’ll find a 75ml and a 30ml bottle of Smidge, which protects against midges, flies, ticks, and mosquitos for up to eight hours. It’s water and sweat-resistant, safe for children, and DEET-free.

Plus, you’ll get a midge-proof head net for which is a real life-saver if a swarm visits your campsite, and a Quick Untick card which slips into your wallet and provides a quick and easy way to safely remove ticks from yourself or your dog.

It’s the ultimate collection of items to ensure your Scottish adventure isn’t ruined by midges.

Answer the question below and add your email address to be in with a chance to win one of five Smidge Survival Kits.

Terms and Conditions

• All entries must be received by 23:59 on 31 August 2025. Entires after this time will not be counted.
• Entrants must be at least 18 years old.
• The prize is non-transferable, non-refundable, and there are no cash equivalents.
• The winner of the competition will be chosen at random from all those who entered and will be notified within 28 days of the competition closing.
• One entry per person.
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• The organiser reserves the right to cancel this competition, or to change any condition of this competition, without notice.
• Acceptance of these terms and conditions is a condition of entry.