Day 11 – Ullapool to Stornaway and the Isle of Lewis
In which Sid and Doris go to the Outer Hebrides.
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Bothy McWeevil – At the Uttermost Ends
Bothy is hopeful that the edges of the UK will provide some inspirational entries for his awards.
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Day 10 – From Thurso to Ullapool
In which Sid and Doris move from one little ferry port to another.
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Bothy McWeevil – Orkney
Sid and especially Doris have wanted to go to Orkney for a very long time, so it comes as a slight shock to realise that it is already a popular tourist destination with plenty of opportunities already grasped. But Bothy knows that creativity is always rewarded.
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Day 9 – Bird Spotting on Orkney
In which Sid and Doris go to chapel on Sunday, then from Mainland to the mainland.
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Day 8 – Post-Neolithic Pre-WW2 Orkney
In which Sid and Doris see a broch, a brough and two seals, but do not risk being marooned.
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Day 7 – WW2 Orkney
In which Sid and Doris take the Narrow Road to the Deep South of Ronaldsay.
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Day 6 – Thurso to Orkney
In which Sid and Doris go to The Mainland.
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Day 5 – Inverness to Thurso
In which Sid and Doris find that the Highlands are not high.
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Bothy McWeevil – Across the Highlands
As we set out northwards into the land of sheep, grouse and tourist farming, Bothy is hopeful of some good competition.
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