Traditional Thatched House, Benbecula, Hebrides

Today we undertook a tour of the heart shaped North Uist, starting Benbecula and finishing Lochmaddy, Hebrides. This encompassed a rich diversity including:

• An otter, eagle and numerous birds including a oyster catcher.
• Stunning scenery…

Castlebay, Barra, Scotland

This morning, we arrived at Castlebay after an 11 hour crossing from Oban on the Scottish mainland.This journey had taken twice the normal time due to delays caused by severe weather conditions.

Upon arrival at Castlebay we checked into the hotel for a freshen up and breakfast and then…

Oban Harbour, Scotland

This afternoon our tour is experiencing a 7 hour delay due to adverse weather conditions which has disrupted ferry crossings to the Hebrides. Consequently we are facing an unplanned sojourn in Oban on the west of Scotland.

Because of the heabvy train and wind we took the opportunity to visit…

Ben Lomond, Loch Lomond, Scotland

This morning I collected guests from Argyll Hotel in Glasgow and then headed north-west visiting the following sites:

• Loch Lomond where we stopped to photograph a snow-capped Ben Lomond.
• Ret and be Thankful scenic pass.
• Inveraray Castle and town on Loch…

Mackay Gathering, Orrin Side, Scotland

This morning, we departed Tulloch Castle Hotel and then drove a few miles west to the upscale town of Strathpeffer which boasts a few luxury hotels and a Spa. No doubt latter was the catalyst for the holiday business dating back to Victorian times. Here we visited the…

This morning, our tour commenced in Fort Augustus in the Scottish Highlands. After departing our lodgings we headed north, tracking Loch Ness, with first stop at the scenic Invermoriston Falls.

Invermoriston Falls, Great Glen, Scotland

Next, continuing north for about 20 mins we arrived at Castle Urquhart, an excellent…

This morning, we departed our lodgings in the pleasant Scottish Borders town of Annan and then drove 6 miles to our first destination of Kirkpatrick-Fleming where we explored the burial ground and successfully located the grave-marker of John Gilchrist and other family members.

Annan Town Hall, Annan,…

This morning, we departed our lodgings in the pleasant Scottish Borders town of Annan and then drove 6 miles to our first destination of Kirkpatrick-Fleming where we explored the burial ground and successfully located the grave-marker of John Gilchrist and other family members.

Annan Town Hall, Annan,…

Neilston Pipe Band, Neilston Show, Scotland

This afternoon, I visited Neilston Agricultural Show. Neilston is a pleasant small town situated S.W.of Glasgow.

The event was very well patronised with what appeared to be thousands of visitors. Events included show-jumping, sheep dog trials, cattle and…

Goat Fell, Arran, Scotland

This evening, I am focusing on Goat Fell on the Isle of Arran. This is the tallest peak on Arran with height of 818 M. Very popular with hikers and climbers.

Fell (Old Norse fjall)…