Author Archives: Ruth Livingstone

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About Ruth Livingstone

Walker, writer, photographer, blogger, doctor, woman, etc.

513a Gills to John o’Groats

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Ruth Livingstone

I reach John o’Groats. Was prepared to hate it… but I loved it. Continue reading →

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512b Castle of Mey to Gills

Posted on August 17, 2024 by Ruth Livingstone

I eat in the “Scone with the Wind” cafe, and discover a delightful hidden haven. Continue reading →

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512a Brough to Castle of Mey

Posted on June 28, 2024 by Ruth Livingstone

Road walking. A mill, sheep, cattle, chickens and lot of signs to look at. Continue reading →

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511 Castletown to West Dunnet

Posted on June 27, 2024 by Ruth Livingstone

A wonderful walk along a sandy beach, where I find giant shells. Continue reading →

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510 West Dunnet to Dunnet Head

Posted on June 23, 2024 by Ruth Livingstone

I reach the most northerly point on the British mainland! Continue reading →

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509b Thurso to Castletown

Posted on June 3, 2024 by Ruth Livingstone

Tracks, anti-tank defences, grey sands, cows, and a heritage trail that I’m too tired to follow. Continue reading →

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509a Thurso to Castletown

Posted on June 2, 2024 by Ruth Livingstone

I walk past surfers, a weird castle, a shipwreck, and a hidden cave. Continue reading →

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508b Scrabster to Thurso

Posted on June 1, 2024 by Ruth Livingstone

I reach a lighthouse, and marvel at finely sculpted cliffs. Continue reading →

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508a Forss to Scrabster

Posted on May 11, 2024 by Ruth Livingstone

I end up on the infamous A9, and eat Cullen Skink beside a harbour. Continue reading →

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507b Forss to Crosskirk

Posted on May 9, 2024 by Ruth Livingstone

I dodge rooks and walk past ruins, to reach an ancient chapel – a beautiful spot. Continue reading →

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