Walk (181) Glen Rosa-Brodick Bay Circuit (Isle of Arran)
Due to its variety of scenery and dramatic mountains, the Isle of Arran is often described as “Scotland in miniature”. Equally, the diverse environments encountered on this special walk might qualify it to be described as “Arran in miniature”! This very enjoyable route takes in mature mixed woodland; a deep rocky gorge enclosed by giant rhododendrons, with rushing waterfalls; an atmospheric upland glen with open grassy moorland under steeply sloped mountains; an arresting view of Goatfell; a tumultuous highland river with cascading waters; abundant birdlife, with an opportunity to encounter some sheep and red deer; green and pleasant pasture; a golf course; a sweeping sandy beach; and, optionally, visits to the Arran Heritage Museum, and Brodick Castle, with its grand Victorian edifice, and its unique and exotic gardens … 
John’s Facebook post: https://bit.ly/3Nad4z9 , 1st June, 2022
Walk (180) Clauchlands-Dun Fionn Circuit (Isle of Arran)
For its size, the Isle of Arran offers a wonderful variety of walks in different surroundings. This route provides a great little introduction to the island, with fantastic views, near and far. Although this is a short walk, there is a steady ascent in the mid-section to the site of an ancient hillfort at Dun Fionn. Here, two of the most iconic views in all of the Isle of Arran are achieved from one vantage point. On one side there is a breathtaking view towards Brodick Bay and the Goatfell range beyond, while on the other side there is a splendid vista towards the majestic and eye-catching Holy Isle, in Lamlash Bay …
John’s Facebook post: https://bit.ly/3wZEjXC , 30th May, 2022
West Coast Weather …!
Checking our Lumphanan-Tullochvenus walk route this afternoon, it seems we’ve taken the sunshine and showers weather typical of Arran home with us … 
Alison’s Facebook post: https://bit.ly/3PLb0iX , 28th May, 2022
Arran Holiday Finale …
Making the most of our final day in this special environment … 
Alison’s Facebook post: https://bit.ly/3LUfq40 , 25th May, 2022
Moo Neighbours …!
We got back to our accommodation tonight to find new neighbours have moved in …
Alison’s Facebook post: https://bit.ly/3lIwLlH , 24th May, 2022
Lovely At Lochranza …
The beautiful north of the island [Arran] …
Alison’s Facebook post: https://bit.ly/3LMbzWE , 23rd May, 2022
Arran Wilderness Landscapes …
For sure, you don’t need to go too far off the beaten track to encounter some dramatic scenery here … 
John’s Facebook post: https://bit.ly/39LRMt4 , 23rd May, 2022
Both Sides Now …
Exploring the east and west of the island [Arran] …
Alison’s Facebook post: https://bit.ly/3wBfCke , 21st May, 2022
Clauchlands – Lamlash …
First impressions of the Isle of Arran …
Alison’s Facebook post: https://bit.ly/384b5NI , 19th May, 2022
Walk (126) Keig-Turf Hill Circuit (Aberdeenshire)
We recently enjoyed a return visit to our Turf Hill walk, and have extended and modified the route to deal with a parking issue at the previous start/end point.
This is a varied hill walk, passing Castle Forbes at an early point, and with an impressive detour to the ancient Cothiemuir Stone Circle on the homeward section. The mid-part of the route is on a heather hillside with fantastic views in all directions, but particularly over the Howe of Alford. There is a leg-stretching ascent, passing abandoned grouse butts, to the delightful little larch wood at the summit of Turf Hill, one of the lower tops on the Bennachie range …
John’s Facebook post: https://bit.ly/3yJ0XVp , 16th May, 2022
Re-visiting And Re-working The Turf Hill Walk …
Warm and sunny up on nearby Turf Hill this afternoon …
Alison’s Facebook post: https://bit.ly/3wdhKOE , 14th May, 2022
Making Friends With Flora …!
Delighted to meet lovely wee Flora, today. She was well up for a photo shoot. Until nap time came along….
Alison’s Facebook post: https://bit.ly/3w8ufLr , 13th May, 2022
Shades Of Green …
May brings many shades of green to the Howe. Walking and e-biking locally this week …
Alison’s Facebook post: https://bit.ly/3wkxiiF , 12th May, 2022
Walk (179) Bellabeg-Bunzeach Forest-Lonach Hall Circuit (Aberdeenshire)
This is a varied walk, incorporating visits to two wonderful viewpoints, around and about the small village of Bellabeg in the scenic but remote area of Upper Donside known as Strathdon. Not long after leaving the village, a diversion onto a bluff overlooking Bellabeg provides not only a wonderful view over the settlement and Glen Nochty but also the opportunity to participate in the Cairngorms National Park “Scenic Photo-Posts” Project which aims to record changing landscapes over the seasons at a number of locations in the Park. Towards the end of our walk there is a diversion to a bench and viewpoint high above the village where there are great views of the Don Valley below you, and a panorama of surrounding hills and countryside …
John’s Facebook post: https://bit.ly/3svYmKz , 9th May, 2022
Leith Hall Walled Floral Delights …
Beautiful blooms at one of our favourite places …
Alison’s Facebook post: https://bit.ly/3MYhMjc , 8th May, 2022
Strathdon Tho’ …!
Around and above Bellabeg and Strathdon today…… how green now, how beautiful …
Alison’s Facebook post: https://bit.ly/388m60g , 6th May, 2022
The Mack Walks 