The Ultimate Scottish Coastal Route For most people, including me, the west coast of Scotland offers some of the most beautiful scenery in the country. And yet, for some unknown reason, there is not something like an 'Official Coastal Route' which would cover most roads on the Scottish west coast, to let you admire this stunning part of Scotland. It's of course not easy, the west coast isn't straight, it has many inland sea lochs, islands and other obstacles, making the journey a rather lengthy and time consuming yet very pleasant enterprise. If you want to make this journey along the coast … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Scottish Coastal Route – Driving the Entire West Coast of Scotland
Wester Ross
Things you Must See and Do in Wester Ross
So you've decided to Holiday in Wester Ross. Accommodation is booked, travel plans are made and there you are, in one of Scotland's most beautiful scenic landscapes. The rather large area that comprises Wester Ross has no strict borders but it can roughly be found between Loch Carron in the South, Ullapool in the North, Kinlochewe in the East and The Minch, the sea between the Outer Hebrides and the west coast. With so many beautiful things to see and do it is hard to decide where to go first, and what you really should see before you head home again. I've compiled a wee list of things … [Read more...] about Things you Must See and Do in Wester Ross
Arctic Convoys in Edinburgh Exhibition
I'm always keen to read about the Arctic Convoys that sailed from the North of Scotland to Russia to deliver supplies to the Soviet Union during WWII, from August 1941 to May 1945 to be precise. My fascination has grown over the years due to the many times I've visited the very area and loch where they sailed from, Loch Ewe in Wester Ross. It's hard to overlook the many, mostly ruined, remains of the gun emplacements and other structures of this dark period when you are travelling around Loch Ewe. And if it's not for the structures, this period is still very much in the hearts and souls of the … [Read more...] about Arctic Convoys in Edinburgh Exhibition
Support The Russian Arctic Convoy Museum and See the Enigma Machine
It was in August 2011 that the community around Loch Ewe held a 70th anniversary Memorial Service to commemorate the first of many convoys that set sail from Loch Ewe on their perilous journey taking war supplies to Russia. Between 1941 and 1945 the local Wester Ross community supported this key part of the war effort, and today's local community are now working hard to raise money for a Museum on the shores of the loch. They are determined to create a lasting legacy to the 3,000 men who died and to all who took part in this remarkable story from WWII. The importance of highlighting the … [Read more...] about Support The Russian Arctic Convoy Museum and See the Enigma Machine
Visit Loch Ewe and Visitor Centre
If there is one Loch in Scotland that has a somewhat unusual history it's probably Loch Ewe. Why? Loch Ewe played an important part in WW2, it was a Convoy Collecting Point for the Arctic convoys to Russia. During that time Loch Ewe was protected by light and heavy anti aircraft guns, the remains of these gun emplacements and other buildings are still present and dotted around the Loch. For some the history of this Loch is reason enough for a visit but for most it's the sheer beauty of the place. Loch Ewe and surrounding area is a stunningly beautiful part of Wester Ross. There are lovely … [Read more...] about Visit Loch Ewe and Visitor Centre
Stunning New Pages on Scotland Info
Over the years I've taken thousands of pictures and visited many parts of Scotland and most of these places made a lasting impression, both in my mind and in harddisk space as pictures on my computer. Some of these images and memories have found a place on the current Scotland Info Website pages but a lot of them haven't, but that is about to change. I'm quite proud to announce a new section on the Scotland Info website titled Scotland Feature Pages. These pages will be dedicated to the most beautiful places I've been to in Scotland and it doesn't come as a surprise that this will eventually … [Read more...] about Stunning New Pages on Scotland Info
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