Tag Archives: hiking the Highlands of Scotland and the Outer Hebrides

Plotting Revenge in Edinburgh.

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Julia Barrett

What is Edinburgh but the site of historical plots and counter plots? An ancient city built atop the tail of a volcano with the Palace of Holyroodhouse (still in use by the British royal family) at the lower end and … Continue reading →

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Up and Away - Climbing Mealisval!

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Julia Barrett

The cairn on the peak of Mealisval, the highest point in the Outer Hebrides. That’s me with one of my English companions. It was a windy day, a little snowy, but all in all, not too bad for climbing. The … Continue reading →

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It always starts with a warning.

Posted on December 3, 2011 by Julia Barrett

Sron Uladal on the Isle of Harris in Scotland. Yes, I’ve climbed it. Well, to be precise, my husband climbed it. I skipped the last half mile and instead opted to make the eight mile trek back to the van … Continue reading →

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