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My Neck of the Woods—Adventures from the Northeast of Scotland (and Just a wee tad Beyond) NE792
My NE792 route of the North East of Scotland
Brooke McKinnell
Jun 1911 min read


Uncover the Heartwarming Legends and Hidden History of Sweetheart Abbey in New Abbey, Dumfries and Galloway!
Sweetheart abbey
Brooke McKinnell
Jun 123 min read


Alva Glen Wonderland: Dive into the Magic of Scotland's Hidden Gem!
Alva Glen Wonderland: Dive into the Magic of Scotland's Hidden Gem!
Brooke McKinnell
Jan 26, 20242 min read


Arisaig Unveiled: Scotland's Coastal Symphony of Sand and Sea🏴🌊✨
Welcome to Arisaig, the Scottish coastal marvel that's so much more than meets the eye! Situated 7 miles south of Mallaig on the...
Brooke McKinnell
Jan 19, 20244 min read


"Bennachie Bonanza: Where Hills, Legends, and Giant Love Stories Collide!"
Hold onto your sporran, folks, because we're about to dive into the enchanting world of Bennachie, a range of hills in Aberdeenshire,...
Brooke McKinnell
Jan 16, 20245 min read


"Findlater Castle: Unveiling Secrets, Phantom Maids, and Coastal Adventures!"
🏰 Dive into the enchanting world of Aberdeenshire's castle extravaganza! Picture this: more castles per acre than you can count,...
Brooke McKinnell
Jan 16, 20242 min read


Take a tour of the Stalactite Cave- Arbroath, Scotland
I have been visiting the Arbroath cliffs and finding the caves en route for a while now. When suddenly, one day, I came across a post...
Brooke McKinnell
Apr 11, 20235 min read


My wonderful castle tour of Dumfries and Galloway
Visitors to Scotland often overlook this general area, and it’s a shame as it has so much to offer. The McKinnells of my family were all...
Brooke McKinnell
Apr 5, 202310 min read


Bonnie Glencoe & Glen Etive
The breathtaking Glencoe is a scenic glen (or valley) in the Scottish Highlands. Glencoe is renowned for its stunning natural beauty,...
Brooke McKinnell
Apr 5, 20236 min read
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