Tag Archives: Scottish Highlands

#222 – The Lost Valley of Glencoe

Posted on 04/06/2017 by Paul Shorrock

(Left click all images for expanded view, use browser return arrow to go back) In May 2016 Chris and I had enjoyed a great two-week trip to the Scottish Highlands, and had enjoyed settled weather that had made mountain days … Continue reading →

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#203 – Over the Sea to Skye (Part 2) – Storr Rocks

Posted on 28/06/2016 by Paul Shorrock

Skye holds many great mountaineering memories for me, but I would be the first to admit that the island gets more than its fair share of bad weather, and when conditions eventually turn fine the curse of the Scottish midge … Continue reading →

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#202 – Over the sea to Skye (Part 1) – The Quiraing

Posted on 13/06/2016 by Paul Shorrock

The mountain walking highlight of our Scottish trip in May was undoubtedly my trip up Quinag (see post #201), but I had also pre-planned a couple of shorter days out that Chris might enjoy, both of them on Skye.    … Continue reading →

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#124 – Avalanche!

Posted on 01/04/2013 by Paul Shorrock

There has been little incentive to head for the higher hills over the past week – strong winds have made walking difficult in the mountains, and wind chill on top of an already cold temperature has made it feel like … Continue reading →

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