Many moons ago (during the summer of 96 ) I graduated from the University of Edinburgh after four years of partying, punctuated with frantic bouts of study.… Read more “An idyllic weekend on the Isle of Iona”
Category: Castles & ancient ruins
What’s not to love about Caithness?
It was my birthday recently and Mr G treated me to a long weekend in the far north of Scotland. Hooray for birthdays. Our base was a… Read more “What’s not to love about Caithness?”
Luxury and sunshine in the Scottish Borders – Cringletie House Hotel
I have happy memories of childhood trips to the Scottish Borders. I’ve always loved the pretty towns, rolling hills and romantic ruins of the region. So, when… Read more “Luxury and sunshine in the Scottish Borders – Cringletie House Hotel”
Remote, bliss in rural Perthshire – a pet-friendly stay on the Straloch Estate
A hectic spell had left me longing to escape to a quiet corner of Scotland. I needed to unwind, and slow the pace down a little. Fortunately,… Read more “Remote, bliss in rural Perthshire – a pet-friendly stay on the Straloch Estate”
Trigony House Hotel – a dog friendly gem in Dumfries and Galloway
I love Dumfries and Galloway so I was delighted when I was invited to spend the night at Trigony House Hotel, in the heart of the region.… Read more “Trigony House Hotel – a dog friendly gem in Dumfries and Galloway”