Castles and Wee Scotland

Ian and I dusted off our brooms and headed to Alnwick Castle. It was so interesting hearing about the defence of the castle in those times, death pits and dungeons people were dropped into never to be seen again! You have to wonder why would you attack a castle in the first place!!! There was also the ghostly presence of Harry and his co-horts zooming around the keep. A chattering group of children dressed for the same sporting brooms and swords added to the magic of the day. There was this amazing tree house on the grounds where a young couple were having their wedding reception at later in the day. WoW!

Scotland was our next destination and the open hills and hospitality made us feel instantly welcome. Our B&B first night was Alden Guest House in Callander, the exterior being the film location for a doctor series in the 60's apparently. I am loving the B&B experience, every night is a new location and new best friends!!! The seafood and local fare has been amazing, like the sea scollops cooked in butter and garlic and served with salad and dressing that we ate on the pier at Oban with the cry of the seagulls all around and fishing boats bobbing about in harbour. The tides here are ferocious and rush in and out of the river.