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April 25, 2025
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Trossachs
April 26, 2025 in Scotland ⋅ ☁️ 10 °C
Landing in Edinburgh we received a car with no tread
Upgraded to a hybrid, then drove to Falkirk for a bed.
Awoke to chilly morning air giving a glow to our skins
Revisited an old favourite, the impressive Kelpie twins.

Drove through the Trossachs past sultry Lomond Ben
Viewed a misty viaduct which spans over Ogle Glen.
Russet coloured scenery appeared rugged and raw
Low clouds rolled in accompanied with a downpour.

Journeyed alongside lochs with grey waters like glass
The semi submerged STILL statue we couldn’t bypass.
Folk stripped down to swimwear with bravado that’s bold
Because those mountain fed waters are mightily cold.

Returned back via the small village of Saint Fillan
Onto Dochart Falls that flow through nearby Killin.
At the smokehouse devoured the smoked salmon plate
Complimented with Scottish raspberry gin made it great.

Kilchurn Castle once belonged to the Clan Campbell
Whose ruins aside Loch Awe made for a pleasant ramble.
Continued onto Oban our destination for end of day
An intriguing port town perfect for a few nights stay.Read more
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Isle of Mull
April 28, 2025 in Scotland ⋅ ☁️ 14 °C
By vehicular ferry took the car over to Craignure
On the Isle of Mull we made a self driving tour.
Up to Tobermory well known for it’s distilleries
Onto Mull Isle dairy to sample famed cheeses.

Passed abandoned boats decaying in sandy beds
Woods full of bluebells, nodding their fragrant heads
Walked to a waterfall flowing through rocky ravines
Warmed up with Cullen Skink & tasty langoustines.

Durch Castle stands proud to all weather exposed
Grabbed a scone & tea in the cafe before it closed.
Back in Oban viewed McCaigs Tower that’s unfinished
Yet it’s grand circular presence definitely not diminished.Read more
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West Scottish Highlands
April 29, 2025 in Scotland ⋅ ☁️ 17 °C
Travelling north turned off to see the iconic Castle Slaughter
With a cloudless sky its reflection picturesque in the water.
Continued on via a winding valley road to Glencoe
Views enhanced by a haunting solo bagpipe echo.

Fort William for a lunch stop was today’s chosen place
Walked it off climbing the steps of Neptune’s Staircase.
Multiple folk visit Glenfinnan for it’s famous viaduct curve
Jostling for best place and the Harry Potter train to observe.

At Whispering Pine Lodge aside Loch Lochy we stayed
Enjoyed the calm reflections as the sun did gently fade.
Onto Eilean Donan Castle built where three lochs meet
It’s popularity means for a car park you have to compete.Read more
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Isle of Skye
April 30, 2025 in Scotland ⋅ ☁️ 15 °C
The Isle of Skye ferry was full so we had to change our plan
Instead drove over the Skye bridge supported on Eilean Ban.
Greeted with deep potholed roads, only one lane wide
Also home to many sheep curled up asleep on the side.

First stop was at the legendary old Sligachan Bridge
Collie & Mackensie’s statue overlooking Cuillin Ridge.
Glenbrittle’s Fairy Pools were a trickle, not at their best
Then onto Neist Point lighthouse that protects the west.

Our AirBnB was tucked away along a twisty lane
Arrived just as the chilly wind picked up yet again.
Admired the view across Loch Dunvegan’s salmon pens
Whilst planning our next day’s trip starting with Fairy Glen.

Whose ponds & hills form an atmosphere quite mystique
A contrast to the remote imposing Qairings, they felt bleak.
Due to the bitter winds plus an intense rain squall
Headed to coastal Kilt Rock with its sheer waterfall.

The next rock formation to see was ‘The Old Man of Stohr'
Where the challenging trek for me was too much of a chore.
Clouds parted in Portree proving it to be a winner
Completed our day at The Dunvegan Pub for dinner.Read more
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West to East
May 2, 2025 in Scotland ⋅ ☁️ 11 °C
An hour and half drive across Skye leaving behind it’s allure
Headed to quaint Plokton to partake in a Highland Cow tour.
Wonderful to wander amongst the hairy bovines with no rush
Highlight being able to give them a cuddle and a good brush.

Contined towards the east coast looking for a quick meal
Finding gluten free choices proved to be quite an ordeal!
Our destination was a sustainable housesit located in Rora
It’s remoteness increases the chance of seeing an aurora.

Priority was to care for Buttons, a cat recently rescued
Skittish, but he’s a real loving, handsome tabby dude.
Quickly settled in to the comfy home so spick n span
Which belongs to the brother of an old friend, Fran.Read more
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Aberdeenshire
May 5, 2025 in Scotland ⋅ ☀️ 10 °C
Unusually for May the skies were blue and weather dry
Attracting many visitors including other friends nearby.
The beautiful rugged cliffs full with birds of the sea
Fullers, terns, gannets and even puffins we did see.

Brisk clifftop walks serenaded with seabird sounds
Along to the ruins of Slain Castle windswept grounds.
Visits to the Scottish Lighthouse Museum, we had a few
Extremely informative and interesting with a perfect view.

Fishing villages like Crovie and Pennan are quite charming
Whose stone homes along the coastline steadfastly cling.
Air pungent with salt, ozone, seaweed and crustaceans
Waves constantly carving out intriguing rock formations.

Like the Needles Eye, aside Talair pool, newly renovated
On finding Aikey Brae stone circle, we ritually celebrated.
Numerous meals for family and friends lovingly prepared
Riotous afternoons laughing over old memories shared.Read more
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East Coast
May 23, 2025 in Scotland ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
Occasional the beaches provide an awesome sight
Yet the North Sea water always contains a chilly bite.
Perfect for the dolphins and seals often seen at play
When strolling the firm sands or a raised causeway.

Lambs and crops rapidly growing with Spring in full bloom
Bluebells, campion plus abundant yellow of gorse & broom.
Deer, hares and partridges scatter as you drive by
Swifts and swallows nesting, busily swoop in the sky.

Three weeks flew past but we left behind a colourful display
Side trip to Stonehaven then onto Dundee’s museum V & A.
Strawberry punnets filled for our tea at a pub stay in Cupar
Its proximity to the airport ensured us not travelling too far.

In Falkland explored with a good stroll around the block
Then saw Midhope House, a.k.a Outlander’s, ‘Lallybroch’.
Returning the hire car felt like we were in a corral
Finally on a plane to our next destination, Portugal.Read more
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Trip end
May 24, 2025