Hikes in Scotland and beyond, SKYE, THE HEBRIDES

Hikes on Skye: Oronsay Island

This is a stunning easy walk of around 5km total , to a tiny tidal island in Loch Bracadale. It … Continue reading Hikes on Skye: Oronsay Island

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SCOTLAND’S LOVELIEST VILLAGES

With a short trip to Spain coming up, to enjoy some World Heritage cities and beautiful medieval villages, it made … Continue reading SCOTLAND’S LOVELIEST VILLAGES

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MY NO 2 DRIVING ROUTE TO SKYE

How to travel to Skye? See the best views? This is my 2nd favourite route. It starts from Glasgow via … Continue reading MY NO 2 DRIVING ROUTE TO SKYE

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A HIKE ON SKYE’S TROTTERNISH RIDGE

The Quiraing to Beinn Edra (6 miles/10km return and 600m ascent) The Trotternish Ridge and the Black Cuillin mountain range … Continue reading A HIKE ON SKYE’S TROTTERNISH RIDGE

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THE ISLE OF MULL : a Skye alternative

Which ferry to take? The most scenic ferry crossing is Oban to Craignure.It’s a glorious 50 minute sail.Oban is less than 2.5hours drive from Glasgow taking you past Loch Lomond, through lovely Glen Croe, Inveraray (and its fairytale castle, a nice little town in itself), then over the hill road to Loch Awe.Unless it’s winter, book the ferry as soon […]

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Walks on the Isle of Harris – Beinn Dubh

Beinn Dubh (506m) : The Dark Mountain (3 – 4 hours round trip) This lovely hill in the Outer Hebrides … Continue reading Walks on the Isle of Harris – Beinn Dubh

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THE QUIRAING, ISLE OF SKYE

A landscape out of Lord of the Rings, which has drawn Hollywood directors, car marketing men and of course, … Continue reading THE QUIRAING, ISLE OF SKYE

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STAFFA AND THE TRESHNISH ISLES (AKA Puffin Therapy)

A Wild Camp on Mull and lunch at Ulva Boathouse The forecast was set fair for the weekend ahead, but … Continue reading STAFFA AND THE TRESHNISH ISLES (AKA Puffin Therapy)

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THE GOLDEN EAGLE OF DUNVEGAN HEAD

We did this walk up on to Skye’s highest clifftop, by what I’ve called ‘The Peat Bog Way’ , … Continue reading THE GOLDEN EAGLE OF DUNVEGAN HEAD

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HARRIS AND LEWIS(briefly)

Previous day – ST KILDA DAY TRIP WALKS ON NORTH UIST(Berneray beach) More Harris /Lewis winter photos – The big … Continue reading HARRIS AND LEWIS(briefly)