After an overnight stop on the edge of Kastanies I was bowling along the main road and a copper stepped out to pull me over. There's two of them and … [Read more...]
Poland
My first visit was to Gdansk, the city at the root of the overthrow of communism in eastern Europe. Anna Walentynowicz was sacked from her job in the … [Read more...]
Netherlands & Germany
On to Arnhem, the location of Operation Market Garden during World War Two which featured in the film, “A Bridge Too Far”. The bridge has since been … [Read more...]
Norway
I crossed the border and passed through Customs at about 08:00 in the morning. The main thing I was asked about was beer. He lost interest in tobacco … [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...]
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