HUMAN ENDEAVOUR,
PIONEERING EXPEDITIONS
AND WARTIME EXPLOITS
Rough Bounds owes much of its inspiration to a unique era in Great British history - from the early 1900’s up to and including the Second World War - and the extraordinary people who found themselves alive during this fascinating period of travel, adventure, expedition and war.
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Achnacarry pack
Versatile Waxed Cotton backpack featuring side pockets for water bottles, padded laptop sleeve, waterproof bergen liner, secure zip front pocket, and leather straps and base.
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£169
Achnacarry pack
Versatile Waxed Cotton backpack featuring side pockets for water bottles, padded laptop sleeve, waterproof bergen liner, secure zip front pocket, and leather straps and base.
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Great British
Craftsmanship
In an age of disposable fashion, Rough Bounds upholds the techniques and styles of time past. With our commitment to sustainability our products are meticulously handmade using traditional methods and sustainable materials sourced throughout the UK, ensuring durability, timeless style and a unique, rugged patina.
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Learn How the Special Operations Executive, Commandos and Combined Operations Redefined the course of WW2
Learn How the Special Operations Executive, Commandos and Combined Operations Redefined the course of WW2
Birth of the Commandos
Lord Lovat
Lord Lovat was unquestionably one of the key driving forces behind the introduction of modern-day special service troops, initially with the formation of the Commandos which then spawned a host of other special forces units which have since shaped the elite troops of today. It was Lord Lovat’s vision, along with his cousins the Stirling brothers, who proposed that new tactics were needed to thwart the Nazi’s advances in Europe having made significant gains and were now threatening a UK invasion.
The Prime Minister, Sir Winston Churchill, agreed with their proposal and concept so these well-heeled, well connected land owners who knew the Highlands of Scotland so well, with their families owning significant swathes of land, set to work to establish a Special Training Centre (STC) at Inveraillort House situated on the Road to the Isles near Mallaig. This was effectively the first ever Special Forces training area.
Lord Lovat was unquestionably one of the key driving forces behind the introduction of modern-day special service troops, initially with the formation of the Commandos which then spawned a host of other special forces units which have since shaped the elite troops of today. It was Lord Lovat’s vision, along with his cousins the Stirling brothers, who proposed that new tactics were needed to thwart the Nazi’s advances in Europe having made significant gains and were now threatening a UK invasion.
Arctic Explorer & Survivalist
Freddie Spencer Chapman
Freddy Spencer Chapman was an accomplished mountaineer, arctic explorer, teacher, and author. He achieved notable feats in the Himalayas, leading a successful expedition to the summit of Chomolhari in 1937.
Serving as an instructor at Inverailort House on the shores of Loch Ailort and later with SOE in Malaya, Chapman endured years of isolation, fighting bravely against the Japanese despite multiple injuries and illnesses. Recognized with a DSO and bar, he retired as a Lieutenant Colonel.
They drank from a different fountain
The hard men of early Polar exploration gripped the nation with their bravery. The resilience and national sacrifice during the First World War, the ‘inter-war’ years followed, and pioneers headed out into all corners of the world, climbing in Europe, exploring central Asia and sailing the oceans.
Unbeknown to these people, the skills they acquired on their travels came into sharp focus after the Nazi’s invaded Western Europe and threatened to invade Britain.
Paying homage to the breathtaking region of the Rough Bounds and those who made it their training ground.
