Travel - Scotland 2021

Autumn 2021, and finally the chance to escape the rock in search of some adventure following the misery of lockdown.

With plenty of restrictions still in place, we decided that an autumnal road trip a little closer to home might prove easier to execute.

As such, we decided to head north and explore Scotland as this had been on the 'to do' list for many years.

With a busy schedule and circa 1500 miles mapped out we started in Manchester and took in Glasgow, the Highlands, Skye, Aviemore, Pitlochry, Edinburgh and a whole host of lovely places in between.

The autumnal conditions are clear to see in my photos and I certainly fell in love with Scotland. The people, scenery and whisky were all very memorable ;-)

Autumn leaves carpet the green grounds in front of an old stone castle under a cloudy evening sky.
A tree-lined path covered in vibrant autumn leaves stretches into the distance on a foggy fall day.
Moody black and white panorama of a large abandoned mansion ruin with empty windows under a dramatic cloudy sky.
A tranquil autumn landscape featuring a small tree-covered island in a calm blue lake surrounded by forested hills and sunlit...
Stone church partially hidden among dense autumn forest foliage on a hillside.
Sunlight filters through tall pine trees in a lush, moss-covered forest with dense green undergrowth.
Serene aerial view of a calm lake surrounded by forested hills and mountains, with a small blue lakeside cabin and docks refl...
Scenic view of Eilean Donan Castle on a calm tidal loch in the Scottish Highlands, framed by leafy tree branches and surround...
Long-exposure view of a cascading waterfall flowing over dark rocks into a calm pool, with rugged mountains and cloudy skies ...
A tranquil blue lake nestles among rolling green and brown hills beneath rugged cliffs on a clear sunny day.
Calm lake reflecting the rugged cliffs and grassy slopes of the Old Man of Storr on the Isle of Skye under a clear blue sky.
Historic white and ochre lighthouse buildings with weathered walls and a tall lantern tower under a dramatic cloudy sky.
Coastal lighthouse complex on a grassy hill under a dramatic cloudy sky at sunset.
Aerial view of a historic stone castle perched on a rocky promontory beside a calm lake, surrounded by lush green and autumn-...
Scenic view of a tranquil lake and green hillside with a white cottage, framed by the rough stone opening of an old ruin.
A winding rural road cuts through golden autumn moorland beneath a misty mountain and overcast sky, with a red car driving in...
Dense pine forest with tall straight tree trunks rising above a carpet of moss and undergrowth on a misty day.
Weathered stone ruins of an ancient hilltop castle rise above green grassy mounds under a cloudy grey sky.
Moody black and white coastal scene featuring a solitary lighthouse on a grassy headland above a quiet sandy beach with expos...
Tall white lighthouse rises behind a stone wall under dramatic storm clouds, with a narrow path leading through coastal grass...
Black and white long‑exposure photograph of a dramatic sea arch and jagged rocky coastline with waves washing around the rocks.
Ruins of an old stone castle sit dramatically on sea cliffs above a deep grassy gorge under a partly cloudy sky.
A wooden footbridge with a pergola-style frame leads through an autumn forest, lined by mossy stone walls and fallen leaves.
Tranquil autumn woodland scene with a small wooden boathouse reflected in a calm forest lake surrounded by colorful trees.
Picturesque small fishing harbor with moored boats and traditional stone houses under a bright blue sky.
Old stone harbour building with lobster pots and fishing gear stacked outside under a bright blue sky.
Historic stone castle and manicured green lawn framed by an old stone archway under a partly cloudy sky.
Bronze statue of philosopher David Hume outside a stone building, humorously decorated with multiple orange and white traffic...
Dramatic storm clouds cast shifting light and shadows over rolling green hills in a rural landscape.