2 October A somewhat soggy stroll in Stornoway this morning. I managed to dodge most of the rain but there were still strong … [Read more...]
Scotland and the Isles, 2017: 5
25 September Unable to find one locally, I ordered a new collapsible water carrier for collection from the post office in Thurso, the existing one … [Read more...]
Scotland and the Isles, 2017: 4
21 September The morning broke Shetland / Orkney / Far North of Scotland normal. It was raining. I phoned the Swannay Brewery only to be told that … [Read more...]
Scotland and the Isles, 2017: 3
10 September The ferry arrived in Lerwick at about 07:45. If one wishes, the vehicle can be disembarked and the driver return on board to breakfast. … [Read more...]
Scotland and the Isles, 2017: 2
5 September There was a brilliant sunrise over Scapa Flow, a huge natural harbour providing shelter for the largest ships afloat. I discovered … [Read more...]
Scotland and the Isles, 2017: 1
1 September After driving from Somerset I was in need of diesel by the time I got to Perth. It was also convenient as I planned to leave the A9 and … [Read more...]
Germany 2016, 2; Goslar and the road to Berlin
Continued from part 1, Detmold The point comes when one has to get the show on the road and this was the day to set off on my tour. A very slow … [Read more...]
Germany 2016, 1; Detmold
In the early 1970s I had a stunningly unsuccessful career in the army. One of the places I was stationed was a delightful small town in Germany called … [Read more...]
Tintern Abbey
Driving from the Welsh Marches to Somerset the A466 Monmouth to Chepstow road is a pleasant run and offers a break at Tintern Abbey. Apart from the … [Read more...]
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