Food in Scotland

The Wondrous Western Isles of Scotland

The Outer Hebrides (or the Western Isles) have been on my bucket list since it was first compiled and The Time of Covid presents a perfect opportunity to make the trip. This is an archipelago of some...

Solo Travel in Edinburgh for Halloween

I've been to Edinburgh once before with friends and always wanted to go back. So 5 years later I booked a two night solo trip for Halloween and I was very excited. I arrived in Edinburgh at 4pm...

Exploring Scotland North East Coast

Bow Fiddle Rock is a natural sea arch near Portknockie. It's steep folded sides and rock arch which resembles a fiddle bow tip. A great place to visit for a day out. Short walk to scenic...

Hills, Show and Soft Furnishings

The thing about being women of a certain age is that we can get a little bit tired. Pip and I have been back at work for two weeks now and we've both had the busiest January ever. This, coupled...

Fire Pits and Maps

"Let's have a winter BBQ!" announced Ever Patient Husband one dark evening last autumn. "Hmmm." I replied, hoping he would forget all about it and we could all move on. Sadly, this was not to be...

Head Torches are for Wimps!

I like walking in the dark. I love the dark. I find it comforting and peaceful. This is the opposite to what most people feel about the dark. I love nothing more than turning off all the lights in...