Tag Archives: Skye

Rubber Honey! A Superb Coastal Walk Around the Northern Point of Skye, Rubha Hunish

Posted on July 2, 2013 by MART IN THE HILLS

Rubha Hunish (headland of Hunish) is the most northerly point on the Isle of Skye and provides a hugely recommended low walk crammed full of interest. If you can manage the short steep rocky section, you’ll be rewarded with wonderful … Continue reading →

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Two Men Alone on a Mountain (only one does Twitter) – The Curious Tale of Sgurr Na Stri

Posted on October 18, 2012 by MART IN THE HILLS

Scotland Trip Day 4, Saturday night and one full day left in the Highlands. Driving back from the day’s fun on Waterstein & Neist we agreed it was crucial that once back at the guest house I immediately hooked up … Continue reading →

Posted in Scottish Highlands & Skye | Tagged Loch Coruisk, midge, pint, Route tracking, Sgurr na Stri, Sgurr na Stri from Sligachan, Sgurr na stri route, Skye, Sligachan, Social Hiking, Tweeting on mountains | 22 Comments

Waterstein Head and Neist Point – in Search of Sun, Highlands Trip Day 3

Posted on October 13, 2012 by MART IN THE HILLS

Saturday morning started bright with patches of blue sky, however rain was expected to move in soon so once again it was time to scour the forecasts desperately in search of some inspiration. The bad weather was approaching everywhere with … Continue reading →