Upon leaving Dunkerque I made my way to Ieper / Ypres (“Wipers” in WW1 Tommyspeak) where I found a parking space in the old railway yard. The weather … [Read more...]
Scotland and the Isles, 2017: 6
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...]
France and Spain 2016, 2; The Road To Andorra
From the overnight stop on the aires at Arromanches-les-Bains I headed south to Le Mans. Somewhere along the way I found myself in a … [Read more...]
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