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Belfast
This morning our local guide took us to the self-segregated neighbourhoods of Shankill (Protestant) & Falls (Catholic) to learn more about the devastating period of political & nationalistic conflict, “The Troubles”, which plagued Belfast & Northern Ireland for about 30 years. These neighbourhoods were the hot spot of the conflict where many lives were lost…
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Edinburgh to Belfast
Hello Northern Ireland! Our whole day was taken up with flying from Edinburgh to Belfast even though it was only a 35 minute flight. Seriously, it took longer for the air hostess to warm up the toasted sandwich than for the pilot to ascend then almost immediately get the landing gear out. ☺️ We actually…
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Inchree to Edinburgh
On our return to Edinburgh we finally got some great weather. It was a beautiful day to be out and about. When we were here at the start of the Scottish leg, we thought we could just wander up to the castle & get entry. But it is so popular that unless you have pre-booked…
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Isle of Skye to Inchree
All the Harry Potter fans out there will like this: There is lots of left hand drive vehicles over here, most probably have driven across the channel from Europe. Seeing around some of those blind corners is hard enough in a right hand drive. The European Football League (UEFA) is on at the moment, hosted…
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Shieldaig to Isle of Skye
After a quick birthday call home to Kayla (& Max), we left our lovely accommodation at Shieldaig with its spectacular views & headed to the Isle of Skye. The mountain streams tumble down from the Cullen through a series of pools. We were pleased to jump back into the warm car but alas we aren’t…
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Ullapool to Shieldaig
A beautiful day for a short hike, sun is shining & only a light breeze so no need to wrap my head in a scarf. It’s a great look on the cold, windy days.🤪 So just to add in a bit more adventure we drove the Bealach na Ba which is the highest ascent road…
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Tongue to Ullapool
Today we had a very scenic, winding drive around the coast to Ullapool. Towering mountains, beautiful bays & blind corners on a very narrow road added to the excitement. No rain but we did have a gale force icy wind. ❄️
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Wick to Tongue
Och the Scotties are a hardy breed putting up with this challenging summer weather. Another day of biting wind, rain & wishing I had packed my beanie. 🥶❄️ But it hasn’t stopped us getting out into it & experiencing this great land. 🏴 Drove past the Dounreay nuclear site where decommissioning is in progress but…
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Inverness to Wick
Today we hit the road again heading into the Highlands following the NC500. The NC500 (North Coast 500) is the Route 66 of Scotland. It is very beautiful country, very green. As we follow the coast we are seeing lots of wind turbines off shore & some drilling platforms. Our first stop was at Loch…
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Edinburg to Inverness
Before leaving the city we picked up our hire car & were impressed to be given a free upgrade to a sports Mercedes. Not much luggage space but we’ll cope!! A very picturesque drive to Inverness even if it is raining.
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Edinburg
Hello 🏴! Have had a very energetic day climbing to the top of Arthur’s Seat overlooking Edinburgh & then wandering the streets.
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Newcastle Upon Tyne to Edinburgh
For the farmers- we have seen some 🐑 , a few cows & John Deere is the preferred brand of tractor. And still more castles …, And onto Holy Island …. So good to have Cody & Nikita meet us in Edinburgh to do a lap around Scotland with us. And Des & Meryl came…
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York to Newcastle Upon Tyne
Great news! I think I am acclimatising! Only had 4 layers on today. I’ll be in my shorts in a week or two. 😜 A nice drive across to Scarborough & then up the coast. Shortly after arriving in the UK we joined English Heritage which gives free admission to a lot of historical sites…
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York
We have had a great day wandering the historic streets & city walls of York. We joined a walking tour this morning to learn about the history of York starting in AD71 when the Romans built a fort near the River Ouse.
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Lincoln to York
This morning we left the rabbit warren & took a few detours through little villages to look at more old stuff. ☺️ It seems to be a recurring theme over here. I have had a request for some food photos…. They have some pretty wildflowers- We’ve noticed that many areas (roadsides, roundabouts, parks, footpaths etc)…
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Lincoln
Wow it’s 🥶 today with the whole raft of weather conditions changing every 10 mins – sunshine, cloud & showers. Every day has been cold but today it is exceptionally cold.
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Cambridge to Lincoln
As we spent most of the days at the Imperial War Museum at Duxford this post should interest the boys. Planes, planes & more planes ….. A very impressive display which reminded us all to appreciate those who have served & to never take our freedom for granted. We then hit the road to visit…
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Cambridge (part 2)
This morning we cycled around this beautiful university city with its canals, cobbled streets & little alleyways. There are 31 colleges here, all with beautiful old stone buildings & churches. At the outdoor market we picked up some fresh berries & cherries which are especially delicious. One of the 9 bridges we passed under. We…
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Cambridge
It’s time to get out of the city. We picked up our hire car in London this morning & hit the road for Cambridge. 5 minutes down the road we have missed a turn, Siri is sending us up dead end streets in the rougher end of town & we are getting beeped on a…
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