Pine Martens In Scotland are a very elusive animal and one of Scotland’s best loved creatures, so what do we know about them? The Pine Marten are about the size of a domestic cat and belongs to the weasel family, with long bodies and a dark brown fur blending into a cream coloured throat, they have fairly large eyes and protruding round ears. They are very good climbers with an excellent grip from their strong claws, with a bushed tail ideal for balancing during difficult climbs. They can jump very well from tree to tree with a very acrobatic style almost looking like they are flying. … [Read more...] about Pine Martens In Scotland
Kincraig, Loch Insh and Surrounding Villages
Kincraig set within the heart of the Scottish Highlands and situated within the Cairngorm national park, and surrounded by some of the most beautiful landscapes consisting of Lochs, Mountains, forest and rivers, One of these lochs and well known for its water sports activities is loch Insh a prime spot for sailing and canoeing among other water based pastimes. The Loch is a great day out that consists of a water sport centre and a great restaurant with gift shop, self catering accommodation is also located by the loch. The River Spey The River Spey also runs through this area offering … [Read more...] about Kincraig, Loch Insh and Surrounding Villages
Walking in The Mountains Near Glen Shiel
The magnificent Mountains of Glen Shiel, sweeping Southeast from Loch Duich, delivers some of the best walking routes in the Scottish Highlands. Mountains around Glen shiel Rising spectacularly to over 3000ft in just a few miles the Mountains are exposed to some of the worst West Highlands Notoriously unforgiving Scottish weather, please do not underestimate the following two hiking routes, they can look fairly easy walks looking at a map but many people have been unfortunate tackling these walks due to failing to estimate nightfall and being trapped in unexpected weather, the weather on … [Read more...] about Walking in The Mountains Near Glen Shiel
Kyle of Lochalsh, The Gateway to Skye
Kyle of Lochalsh is a town on the northwest of Scotland, and home to the Skye bridge. Before the bridge, Kyle of Lochalsh was the main port for the ferry to the Isle of Skye, but the town is now a passing place for commuters heading to Skye or Wester Ross. I can't help feel a little sorry for the Kyle of Lochalsh, once a busy place with people waiting for the next ferry to the island, but it does have its charms, if you take the time to stop and look before heading straight to the Skye Bridge. Without the ferry, Kyle of Lochalsh is still a decent transport hub, with a train station offering … [Read more...] about Kyle of Lochalsh, The Gateway to Skye
Meet the Locals, Keith Melton, Go Glencoe Guiding
As part of our series of "meet the locals" we spent some time on a guided tour of Glencoe, with Keith Melton, owner of Go Glencoe Guiding and the Glencoe Independant Hostel. During our long walk up one of Glencoe's stunning mountains, Buachaille Etive Beag, we spent some time in-between some stunning scenery to ask a few questions. What is special about a holiday in Glencoe? There really is something for everyone – wonderful landscapes to relax in, great food, top pubs, but for me it has to be the mountains. There are not many places as spectacular as Glencoe, it’s world class! Why … [Read more...] about Meet the Locals, Keith Melton, Go Glencoe Guiding
Loch Linnhe Scotland
Loch Linnhe in Scotland has a special attraction to photographers due to its fantastic scenery and sunsets. Not only photographers enjoy this unique location the area offers many other outdoor activities like kayaking, fishing, sailing and walking. At 31 miles long and about 1.2 miles wide it stretches past Fort William, fed from the North by Loch Eil and continues south as far as the Firth or Lorne, the Loch is fed from the East by Loch Creran and opens up into the Firth of Lorne at its South Western point. Loch Linnhe Wildlife Wildlife in the Loch is in abundance with many seals … [Read more...] about Loch Linnhe Scotland
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