Anyway, pictorial update on my run yesterday from Lybster to Tongue, via John o'Groats and Thurso; sticking to the coast.
First off, went a few miles inland to a long cairn, which is believed to be an ancient burial place.
Onwards to the NE corner of Scotland and John o'Groats. No photo as its just a small harbour, car park and collection of tourists shops.
Instead went to the Eastern tip of the country and Duncansby Head with lighthouse and views to the Orkney Islands.
Looking south to the Duncansby Stacks.
From there I decided to visit the Castle of Mey, which was the private holiday home of Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, bought as a ruin which was about to be demolished whilst she was in mourning in 1952.
with wonderful coastal outlook.
Continuing around the coast I stopped at a Viewpoint with picnic area.
If you look to the skyline beyond the picnic area you can see a white dot. This is a white globe being part of the Dounreay Nuclear power plant and reprocessing center.
Some notable sponsorship for the picnic area.
There are some amazing beaches up here.
The coast a few miles from my hotel.
They're very welcoming here. A small decanter of sweet sherry in my room.
and even whisky for breakfast.
Finally, some smart cars parked outside the hotel this morning.
Last but not least, I'm having a quiet, no driving, day today and am taking some exercise by going out for a long walk.
Guy
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