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The Torridon Hills is one beautiful area in the Scottish Highlands! It is known as one of the most scenic spots in the whole of the British Isles. Not only that, it is home to some of the oldest rocks in the world too. A place full of jaw-dropping scenery and history. If you are …
Knockan Crag is a lovely, little walk to do. Perfect if you are driving the NC 500, or any over road trips, and want to get out and stretch your legs. Or even no road trips and you just want a little walk to do, or the weather may not be too good to get …
Sandwood Bay, located miles away from any roads, hidden high in the northwest of Scotland, is one true hidden gem! If you are driving the NC 500 or visiting Kinlochbervie, this walk is a must! Not only is it one of Scotland’s most remote beaches, but it has also been voted as one of the …
If you are in John O’Groats, this is a ‘must do’ walk! Duncansby Stacks are some interestingly eroded sea stacks, with such a unique shape. They are believed to have stood in this position for the past 6,000 years, slowly eroding away by the North Sea, and by harsh elements, along Scotland’s most northerly coastline. …
Eilean Donan Castle is one of the most beautiful castles I have ever seen. It is located on a small tidal island situated at the junction to three different sea lochs, located on the west side of the Scottish Highlands, not too far from the Skye Bridge. Even if you are not interested in visiting …
Glenfinnan is a lovely little hamlet in the Lochaber area, of the Highlands of Scotland, just 17 miles west from Fort William. It is located at the bottom of Loch Shiel and is surrounded by stunning scenery. Glenfinnan is well known for the famous 21 arch viaduct, and the filming set for the 2nd and …
Pap of Glencoe (translated into English: Nipple of Glencoe) is one of the more challenging Corbett’s I’ve climbed. Located north of Glencoe, the summits sits at 742 metres (2434.38 feet) above sea level. It’s not the highest I’ve climbed, but it is a long climb as the route starts at sea level. The route then …
Accommodation We stayed in a lovely log cabin called Ash Lodge, located next to Loch Eck in Benmore. Our log cabin was part of the Whistlefield Lodges. The log cabin was small but cosy and had a very lovely, homely feel to it. Next to Whistlefield Lodges, there was a lovely family run pub called, …