

The room was basic but it met my needs, the house was run like a hostel. Good kitchen for cooking and a very strong wi fi signal, it was also very quiet with great views

Out of the blue an old flame (Agata) had contacted me before I left asking if I was walking the Sunday. I informed her I was heading to Skye and would be doing Sgurr na Stri that day, also she was welcome to join me. Fortunately she had Monday off so booked a room and would join me Sunday & Monday


Day 1 - Saturday 24th Nov
After an easy drive up on Thursday I was ready to start my little adventure Friday morning. So just after 8am I donned my lycra and set off for a 40 miles cycle of Sothern Skye, taking in Ord, Toskavaig, & Tarskavaig.
Start from the digs

It was a cold but lovely morning. The sun was rising as I left the main road and headed across the single track road to Ord.
Black Cuillin looking orange


It was shortly after the view above I felt the bike skidding...I hit black ice on a downhill and crashed! My knee had a large gash, my hand bruised, and my confidence dented! For some of the downhills I would get off my bike and walk, however the views made up for any pain

Those views...



Thankfull I managed to complete the cycle, it was around noon. A bite to eat, a change into my running gear, and I was heading to Elgol for a 5k trail run. I would also take in the sunset from Elgol - A truly magical viewpoint

Views on the drive to Elgol



Bla Bheinn

I parked at Elgol and took in the views towards the Black Cuillin.


My trail run would start at Glasnakille and head towards Drinan, and then returning. A great run with magnificent coastal views.
Highland cows at Drinan

After my run it was back to Elgol to take in the sunset

Views on short drive to Elgol from Glasnakille.

Sunset @ Elgol






A great first day, and the forecasted weather promised more delights


Day 2 - Sunday 25th Nov
Agata, her dog Dashy, and I left at 7.30am to walk Sgurr na Stri. We would tackle it from Camasunary Bay. Parked up just after 8am we headed West to a rsie of about 150m before descending similar down to the bay.
The start

Camasunary Bothy

Camasunary Bay

It took about an hour to reach the bothy. We then had to cross the river, however it presented no issues at all. Our route we see us ascend the SE corrie before turning North up alomg the ridge to the summit.
Nearing the ridge I spotted some bird hovering high in the sky, turns out it was a male golden eagle



Agata & Dashy on the ridge

Pretty quickly we stood on the summit, Lock Coruisk lay before us shrouded by the Black Cuillin. The view is indedd sensational and had to be experienced as photos just don't do it justice.
That view







Views to the Isles

We sat up here for about an hour...I actually didn't want to leave, however time was pushing on and darkness would be upon us. We set off, planning to catch the sunset fron Elgol as just 15 minute drive away.
Agata having a little slip on return route


Some highland traffic


At Elgol the sunset wasn't as spectacular as I'd experienced the evening before, however still a great wat to finish the day






Back at the digs we had dinner and an early night, I fell asleep at 21.30pm



Day 3 - Monday 26th Nov 2018
Another early rise and heaeded off @ 07.30am. From Broadford its an hours drive to Uig, where the Fairy Glen is situated. A lovely little Glen which we had all to ourselves

Fairy Glen






It took about 30 minutes to drive to the Quiraing Car Park. There were a few cars but again it wasn't really that busy, bliss


The views






The pinnacles are steep to reach but once there a maze of paths intertwine them, some leading to a grass table. We would eat lunch here

Lunch view


Again, I could've stayed here all day but Agata had to leave at 16.00hrs as was on call that night. So pushed for time we headed back to the car and drive down the coast for the Storr Car Park, firstlt stopping at Kilt Waterfall for a quick peep.
Kilt Waterfall

Views to West Coast and Torridon

And soon we were walking up the path that leads to The Old Man of Storr. The ‘Old Man’ is a large pinnacle of rock that stands high and can be seen for miles around. As part of the Trotternish ridge the Storr was created by a massive ancient landside, leaving one of the most photographed landscapes in the world
Views looking West

The 'old man' was soon in our grasp, one last push to reach its base...and another great spot for a bit to eat






With one eye on the clock we headed back down and drove to our base at Broadford. Agata was super happy at her first vist to Skye, but unhappy about having to leave





Tomorrow my plan was to revisit the Coral Beach & Neist Point Lighthouse, and a first to the Fairy pools.
Day 4 - Tuesday 27th Nov
As per clockwork I left at 07.30hrs for the 1hr 15 minute drive up the NW coast to Coral Beach near Dunvegan. Arrived at the car park and set off for the 1 mile or so walk to the beach. Again I would have this destination all to myself, spending over an hour here as the sun rose behind me in the East. A great way to start the day

The Coral Beach





On my walk out I said hello to one woman and her dog, I hope they enjoyed the peace and tranquility as I did

The winding route back down South then cutting West to Neist Point Lighthouse took about 40 minutes. The Lighthouse is situated on the most Westerly Point of Skye. More solitude ensued, with a 30 minute seat looking into the sea across to the Isles.
The views







As I made my way out it started to get a little busy, my timing was great

As I arrived the car park was not too busy, there was about 20 people walking back and forth from the path to the pools. As I reached them no one was around

The views



The Fairy pools are beautiful and one can imaginea very early morning summer dip





Driving about Skye, with its single track roads, is fantastic and offers great views. The Island offers a diverse range of activities to suit every level of experience and fitness, I'd highly recommend it

Finally, some views whilst driving around...





Looking forward to a good winter now, hopefully
