With the Internet finally up and running (wish I had my own Dan S!) I thought I put up the first of many posts on my new life in the Hebrides. It was an epic journey up from Cambridgeshire made a lot easier by stop-offs at Darwen and Maybole but made considerably more difficult by over-indulging at Jenna and Dom’s wedding.
Once past Glasgow the scenery was fantastic. On the way up to Skye to get the ferry there were plenty of stops for photos…
The new car waiting to enter Glencoe
Arriving late on Sunday meant everything was closed…except the Chinese takeaway! Not the ideal start to healthy and wholesome living. Thankfully the Monday was a bank holiday here and so I could get out and explore a little.
The next few days was spent working and exploring Stornoway.
Stornoway Harbour from Lews Castle grounds/em>;;;;
I was delighted to find that a great Salmon and Sea Trout river was five minutes from my door!
What was also amazing was the newfound ability to throw some bits and bobs in the car and after a short drive be dining in style.
Still getting round to eating healthily, overlooking the Minch
I found myself getting to the end of the working day feeling a bit like a boy in a sweet shop with everything I love doing on my doorstep. Last week was my first trip down to the Uists, Benbecula and Barra.
The flight from Stornoway to Benbecula only took 30 minutes and I was greeted with some of the most beautiful views I have ever seen…
Beach on the East coast of South Uist
One of the 400 photos I took on the first evening in the Uists
I also managed to get some fishing in while I was down. At certain times the Lochs get an influx of sea life (shrimp, little crabs) which bring out Slob Trout. Unfortunately they didn’t take me fly but the views more than compensated!
straight from work…shirt still on!
The drive back to the hotel (empty handed) was perhaps the slowest I have ever driven…must keep eyes on the road!
After getting back on Thursday I managed to fish each night and took in a brisk walk this morning.
Am loving the photography!! Absolutely stunning part of the world…you must be in your element! Hope work’s going well……Dad told me about the conference….Dr Urquhart…hee hee. xxx
Hmm…a pity I sat there in stunned silence for the rest of the time! I only hope the weather stays like this for when you come up!
What a beautiful start to life up in the Western Isles… I hope (and believe) you will be very happy there…. As will the rest of us when we all come to invade for holidays!! The beaches look stunning. I look forward to reading the second installment!
Well Han when are you coming up!?!
Dude, you are one lucky son of a gun. Good on you sir, your photos make it look all the more amazing!! We’ll be up to visit soon, armed with me camera. Ely’s coming on real nice, plenty of space for visitors… ahem…
Big love to you.
Dan
I’m sure it won’t be too long until I’m back down. You definitely need to bring your camera…my point and shoot doesn’t really do the place justice!
Fantastic views, you sound in a state of bliss. If you keep posting photos like that on your blog you are not going to be living a quiet life. Katie and I will be visiting with our dogs and that will certainly break the transquility! Hope you manage to keep the blog going.
Hey Graeme,
You’d be welcome anytime! Two bedrooms going spare (although filled with climbing, fishing and camping gear!).
Take it easy,
C
Looks a great place to live 🙂
I can’t imagine living anywhere else now!
Great blog and great to have you living in the Western Isles. Look forward to surfing, kayaking and maybe even snorkelling with you oh and the night life is pretty good too!
Aye, I’m not too sure whether I can get the night life on the blog though 😉