Arrival at Newcastle, trip to Strathyre
At 9h. in the morning we arrive at Newcastle and before we get out of the harbour we have to pass several roundabouts. At the first one we go wrong already. It is the first time for Teije that he has to drive on the 'wrong' side of the road, so we decide to just drive around a bit for the first half hour, to get used to the traffic and the driving on the left side of the road. We don't exactly have a plan or itinerary, we just want to see all of Scotland. Quite ambitious, don't you think. But first we want to visit the Highlands, at a relaxed pace.
We avoid the highways and take the small roads to enjoy the environment. After hours of driving, we arrive at Stirling and after a look on the map we decide to search for a place to spend the night in Strathyre. According to the map it is situated almost in the exact geographical centre of Scotland, in a woody area.
Until now, we have always camped in a tent, but this time we want to stay in hotels or bed and breakfasts. But we are not prepared for the prices. After a comparision between all hotels in this small village, we decide to treat ourselves the first night with a somewhat more expensive hotel; well, that is what we thought. But after 3 weeks it turns out to be one of the cheapest hotels on our entire journey: £ 20 each., about € 65 for one night for two persons.
We stay in the Ben Sheann Hotel with 2 very friendly people, Terry and Lorna, as owners. It is only for one night, but it wouldn't be our last night there. But we didn't know that then.
From our window we have a beautiful view on the hills and the sun that sets. We feel totally at home.
© Teije and Elisabeth 2000 - 2012
We avoid the highways and take the small roads to enjoy the environment. After hours of driving, we arrive at Stirling and after a look on the map we decide to search for a place to spend the night in Strathyre. According to the map it is situated almost in the exact geographical centre of Scotland, in a woody area.
