A New Zealander living in Scotland who loves cargo bikes
We visited the Oban Distillery in Oban today and did the tour. Kids are allowed on this tour which is great because Daniel and Elizabeth find it very interesting and … Continue reading Oban, Stalker Castle, and Glencoe
It seems like too long since we went for a proper walk. That is how I felt this morning when I woke up and so off we went in search … Continue reading Dunnideer Castle
A photographer friend of ours visited for a few days this week and took off before dawn each morning to capture the sunrise. One morning he got this shot of … Continue reading Aberdeenshire in the Autumn
I have had the best four days. I can’t even begin to describe how fantastic it has been. Friday was Dunnottar Castle, Saturday was a cycle ride to Newton Dee … Continue reading Balmoral Castle
My sister is visiting us which gave me an excuse to go to Dunnottar Castle. I never tire of the dramatic coastline around the castle with its precipitous cliffs and … Continue reading A medieval castle
Yesterday was rainy and so we had a lazy day and pottered around Loch Carron. We spent an hour in the Lochcarron Weavers Shop. They have over 500 tartans and … Continue reading Lochcarron Weavers and Strome Castle
We visited the The Fairy Pools on the Isle of Skye today, as well as a couple of other places. I’ll let my photos tell the story. Loch Carron: Balmacara, … Continue reading The Fairy Pools, Isle of Skye
Snow or castle? That was the question we asked ourselves yesterday when deciding what to do today. Fortuitously, we got both at Castle Fraser. The snow we had this week … Continue reading Snow, castles, and a squirrel mug
There are so many castles in Aberdeenshire and I’m still discovering ones we’ve never seen, like Kildrummy Castle, which is where we went today. It’s a ruin but in its … Continue reading Kildrummy Castle
I tried to convince Ben last week that we should buy this doer-upper: http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-for-sale/property-63319526.html It was built by Lord Sinclair in 1565 and Ben’s mother’s maiden name is Sinclair. Maybe … Continue reading The ultimate doer-upper
Penelope – that’s her name. My new Pashley is called Penelope. I think I emerged from the womb riding a Pashley because it feels so natural. When we’re cycling I’m … Continue reading Born to ride a Pashley
We went castling again today. I’ll see whether you can guess which castle we visited. It was drizzly but this didn’t spoil the fun. The carved dragon’s head is new. … Continue reading Downward dog on the dragon’s head
I have a new look. Just call me Bond, James Bond. I even have my own trusty Aston Martin, a.k.a. Busby. Daniel is very lucky to have a friend from … Continue reading Power dressing, old friends, Drum Castle, and new toilets
Most weekends I find myself craving for some fresh country air and a walk through the woods or up a hill. Today we satisfied my craving with a trip to … Continue reading Gardens and woodland walks at Crathes Castle
We’ve been to Drum Castle more than any other castle now, mostly because it’s so close, but it’s terrific and one of the best in Aberdeenshire. It’s also open all … Continue reading Exclusively Highlands Craft Fair at Drum Castle
My aunt and uncle have left now – I thoroughly enjoyed having them here. We went to Castle Fraser on Thursday and I’m only just getting around to posting the pics. … Continue reading Castle Fraser
We took Susie to Crathes Castle today and I forgot how terrific it is. I love Crathes Castle! The castle is awesome, the gardens are probably the best castle gardens … Continue reading Go Ape at Crathes Castle
We took the kids to open air theatre at Drum castle last night. We saw A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare and performed by Illyria. It was wonderful and Illyria are fantastic! … Continue reading A Midsummer Night’s Dream
We left Mar Lodge today but extended our holiday somewhat by visiting Balmoral Castle on the way home. Balmoral Castle is owned by the Royal Family. The estate and original … Continue reading Balmoral Castle
Yesterday I booked a car and took the kids for lunch and a play at Drum Castle. Drum Castle is displaying some of the art from Aberdeen Art Gallery while renovations are … Continue reading Castle playgrounds and central heating
