Category Archives: 25. North East Scotland

544b Taindore to North Kessock

Posted on May 25, 2026 by Ruth Livingstone

I am confused by signs and duplicate names, but end up in the right place – passing under the wonderful Kessock Bridge. Continue reading →

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544a Munlochy to Taindore

Posted on May 24, 2026 by Ruth Livingstone

I follow a Core Path, and end up back on the JOG Trail. Then I get lost… of course. Continue reading →

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543b Ormond Castle through Avoch to Fortrose

Posted on May 21, 2026 by Ruth Livingstone

I am disappointed by a castle, but walk through cold mist to the quaint fishing port of Avoch, and then past a mysterious stone to reach Fortrose. Continue reading →

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543a Munlochy to Ormond Castle

Posted on May 20, 2026 by Ruth Livingstone

I walk along an old railway line, and then a wonderful, misty walk through woodland. Continue reading →

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542pm Rosemarkie to Fortrose

Posted on May 18, 2026 by Ruth Livingstone

[This walk was completed on Sunday 11th May 2025] Such a treat to have lunch in a cafe! There have been so few places open on the north coast of Scotland – closed pubs, and cafes that have erratic opening … Continue reading →

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542am Rosemarkie and Fairy Glen

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Ruth Livingstone

I don’t see any fairies, but I do discover some wonderful waterfalls and peaceful pools. Continue reading →

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541pm Cromarty to Rosemarkie

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Ruth Livingstone

I may not be close to the shore, but I have a wonderful view over the Moray Firth. Continue reading →

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541am Cromarty to Rosemarkie

Posted on September 10, 2025 by Ruth Livingstone

A lovely walk through fields of sheep and woodland. Continue reading →

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540 Nigg Ferry and Cromarty walk

Posted on September 8, 2025 by Ruth Livingstone

I walk high above Moray Firth and enjoy wonderful views over the mouth of Cromarty Firth. An unexpectedly glorious day! Continue reading →

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539 Chapelhill to Nigg Ferry

Posted on August 31, 2025 by Ruth Livingstone

The day begins with a ferry ride, and ends with a beautiful beach. I discover an old church, another Pictish stone, and a cholera stone. Continue reading →

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