Tag Archives: walking

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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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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521 Lybster to Latheron

Posted on April 12, 2025 by Ruth Livingstone

A beautiful coastline, but with some challenging scrambles. Continue reading →

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520b Whaligoe to Lybster

Posted on March 28, 2025 by Ruth Livingstone

Difficult ground, terrible fatigue… and one last giant set of steps to climb. Continue reading →

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520a Whaligoe to Lybster

Posted on January 28, 2025 by Ruth Livingstone

I admire an incredible series of steps, finally get to use my barbed-wire kit, and keep a watch out for cattle and rabbit holes. Continue reading →

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519pm Wick to Whaligoe

Posted on January 9, 2025 by Ruth Livingstone

Countless geos, mysterious statues, and a leap of death – quite a day! 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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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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505b Melvich to nearly Reay

Posted on May 5, 2024 by Ruth Livingstone

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

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503b Armadale Bay to Strathy

Posted on April 28, 2024 by Ruth Livingstone

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

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