..low over highlands

Posted by Mark A. Johnson | Posted in , , , , , , | Posted on Friday, January 08, 2010

Ruthven Barracks, Scotland

If you get a chance to take in some of the Scottish Highlands do it! but be prepared for a wee bit o'a breeze (read: blowing a gale) and a wee drizzle (read: lashing it down) and a wee bit sun (a strange yellow object sometimes known to appear in a late July sky) along with generous helpings of good old-fashioned warm and friendly hospitality in one of the many welcoming abodes (but pick one that has a roof!)



One of things I love most about Scotland is the remoteness,
 but be aware, sometimes the facilities may leave a little to be desired!



Lecht Mine
Back in the 30's, the 1730's, this was (and remains) the largest manganese mine ever worked in Scotland. It employed over 60 men & boys and produced over 50,000 tons per annum! It's located on the Glenlivet Estate so I imagine a wee dram or two would have flown quite freely - just to keep the chill off of course!


Girdleness Lighthouse, Aberdeen




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