Tag Archives: travel

506b Sandside Bay

I admire a beautiful wall, and walk across a radioactive beach. Continue reading

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506a Reay and Sandside Head

I walk past a contaminated beach, and head for Sandside Head. Continue reading

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505b Melvich to nearly Reay

I head off the beaten track, pass un-named lochs, and leave Mackay Country behind. Continue reading

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504a Strathy Point to Strathy Bay

A lighthouse, a dolphin sighting, and a beautiful beach at the end. Continue reading

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503b Armadale Bay to Strathy

I endure a long boring slog through MAMFA country. Continue reading

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503a Above Kirtomy to Armadale Bay

After battling wind and sleet, I walk along a boring road, and reach another beautiful beach. Continue reading

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502pm Swordly to Kirtomy

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

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502am Bettyhill to Swordly

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

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

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

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