We woke up in Kenmore all dry and cosy and refreshed from a good nights sleep. Said goodbye to Dad (his ashes) and then we headed over to the west, to Glencoe, which isn’t on the NC500 but looked spectacular to visit.
What an understatement! As we passed a sign saying welcome to the Highlands I was already in love with the vast and beautiful landscape. Then Glencoe…if ever a place was going to take your breath away and leave you mesmerised.. it’s here. I think it’s genuinely the most beautiful place I’ve been.
We went to the visitors centre, walked around, met the Highland coo’s (cows to you and I) and then headed to our next destination, back east to Loch Ness. Stunning, but I’d been spoilt by Glencoe.
Back west again towards Ullapool (who come up with this itinerary 😂) we were now officially on the NC500. Because we were breaking the journey up we stopped at Rogie falls which saw lots of salmon jumping up the falls. Pretty spectacular indeed!
We left Rogie falls and drove today’s last leg to Ullapool. We were greeted by the friendliest hotel owner who sorted us out with the best fish & Chip recommendation and was just genuinely really very helpful.
We ate our tea on the beach, watched the seals, plotted our trip for tomorrow and now in bed, super early. Adam bagged the best room. Fuming! Ha…
This trip, especially today has far exceeded my expectations. The best bits being Glencoe, sharing the adventure with Adam (he is having an amazing time too) and surprisingly…the driving. The driving has been so very lovely and picturesque that it’s all been very easy.
Checking out on Day 2. It’s been a blast
Sue & Adam
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