Southwards through the Highlands and Islands.

In the time since our last blog we have explored some wonderful country in the Highlands and Islands.

One of our objectives was to climb Stac Pollaigh in Wester Ross. After days of rain the day dawned clear and we had a great day out on the hill.

We came down the coast to Inverewe and visited the gardens, described as' oasis of the North ' which included flora from all around the globe including NZ . A southern rata was in flower!

Onwards to the Isle of Skye where after arriving at Glen Brittle in the heart of the Cuillin Mountains, we walked up to Corrie Lagan with a misty Scurr Alasdair towering above us. Chas was envious of people with packs and ropes venturing into the vertical world.

Continuing on down the coast we caught the ferry from Armadale to Mallaig from where we took a day trip to the Small Isles of Muck and Eigg passing close to Rum. Today in Lochaber and heading towards Ardnamurchan Point.

We have done some great hill walking on most days despite the indifferent Scottish weather.