Category Archives: 24 North Coast of Scotland

502pm Swordly to Kirtomy

Posted on March 15, 2024 by Ruth Livingstone

I climb more hills, discover a disappointing “spring” and enjoy some wonderful views. Continue reading →

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502am Bettyhill to Swordly

Posted on March 14, 2024 by Ruth Livingstone

I discover another lovely beach, follow a path to a high cairn, and discover an old green lane. Continue reading →

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501Torrisdale Bay to Bettyhill

Posted on February 20, 2024 by Ruth Livingstone

I worry about finding a route along the shore, and search for a solution to pongy boots. Continue reading →

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501 Skerray and Torrisdale Bay

Posted on February 19, 2024 by Ruth Livingstone

I walk through a Skerray, find an unexpected bridge, and step out onto the sands. Continue reading →

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500 (part 2) – Tongue to Skerray

Posted on February 17, 2024 by Ruth Livingstone

I walk across a bleak landscape, and end up in a Scottish pizza restaurant. Continue reading →

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500 (part 1) – Tongue to Skerray

Posted on February 16, 2024 by Ruth Livingstone

I walk under a magnificent mountain, and have a chat with a woman and her two kittens. Continue reading →

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499b Melness diversion

Posted on November 20, 2023 by Ruth Livingstone

I walk past lovely green fields, enjoy fabulous views, and abandon my plans when the rain comes. Continue reading →

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499a Moine House to Kyle of Tongue

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Ruth Livingstone

I walk an old road and cross a beautiful causeway. Continue reading →

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498 Cape Wrath

Posted on November 4, 2023 by Ruth Livingstone

I get to Cape Wrath! But it turns out to be an anti-climax for a number of reasons… Continue reading →

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497 Loch Eriboll to Moine House

Posted on October 23, 2023 by Ruth Livingstone

I leave a beautiful loch, walk through Hope, and enter a featureless bog. Continue reading →

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