TRAVEL

On the road to relaxation

heart-stirring views

Loch Morlich

Knockan Crag

Calton Hill, Edinburgh

Cardrona Forest

Clatteringshaws

Castle Fraser Estate

Trossachs National Park

Stac Pollaidh Circuit

Dumyat

Falls of clyde

This 3.75-mile loop around Loch

Morlich offers amazing views of
snow-dusted Cairngorm
mountains to the north.

Begin at the Rock Room visitor

centre before heading out along
the trails, where sculptures and
jaw-dropping viewpoints await.

SCENIC SCOTTISH RAILWAYS

DEPARTING
COACH TOUR WITH PICK-UPS
JUNE, JULY & AUGUST 2017 THROUGHOUT SCOTLAND
4 DAYS FROM

425 PP

The north of Scotland is blessed with some

wonderfully scenic railway lines. The challenge of
building railways through some of the most difficult
terrain in the British Isles was taken up by the
great engineers of the Victorian age. Their legacy is
sweeping curves and majestic viaducts of the singletrack lines which cross wild moors and lonely glens
to provide important links to the north and west
Highlands.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: Iconic views over Loch Shiel from
the Glenfinnan Viaduct; Classic Steam journey through
the Cairngorms; Breathtaking views of the Cuillin
mountain range on Skye; The palm trees of Plockton;
Scenic banks of the Beauly Firth

Beautiful views of Scotlands

capital, especially when the city
centre is alive with the lights of
the Christmas markets.

Your cares
will disappear.

Perthshire resort
is the perfect
place to unwind

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PRICE INCLUDES
Return coach travel coach travel from Glasgow,
Edinburgh, Dunfermline, Kinross, Perth or Dundee,
Arbroath or Montrose (subject to minimum numbers)
3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at the
comfortable Highland Hotel, Strathpeffer (or similar)
in a room with private facilities
Comfortable coaching throughout
Rail journeys from Dingwall to Wick (single) and Kyle
of Lochalsh (return); from Fort William to Mallaig
(return) on the Jacobite; from Aviemore to Broomhill
(return) on the Strathspey Line
Services of atour manager

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There are three great trails

through the winter forest of the
Tweed Valley the Burn Trail, the
Kirkburn Trail and Wallaces Trail.

heres a moment when

youre driving through
deepest Perthshire and the
sun is shining and the
autumn leaves are glowing
that you get that feeling.
Its almost tangible. A
lightness as a weight gently
lifts from your shoulders and
mind.
If youre not used to it, it
can be quite unsettling. But
dont worry, its just your
cares being left behind as you
wind further into the
landscape of woods, rivers
and mountains.
By the time my wife and I
reach the pretty country town
of Aberfeldy we feel quite
giddy, so relaxed are we.
Luckily were headed for
Moness Resort, the perfect
place to put your feet up and
chill out.
The resort which consists
of 106 cottages and an
attractive four-star hotel set
in 35 acres of well-manicured
grounds is located just

By Chae Strathie
outside town, across the road
from the start of the famous
Birks of Aberfeldy walk.
If youre driving it will take
you only a couple of minutes
to get back into Aberfeldy
and all it has to offer in terms
of shops, restaurants, pubs
and more. On foot its only a
10-minute saunter less if
youre more of a brisk stride
sort of person.
The grounds are secluded
and private, with a winding
drive and ample parking. We
check in and make a beeline
for the hotel building, where
we are staying for two nights.
The hotel has a fresh, clean
feel and is comfortable and
classy-looking. The signs are
good.
We open the door to our
room and smiles spread
across our faces. Oh yes,
thisll do nicely, thank you
very much.
The room is spacious and
welcoming, with a king size
bed, ample wardrobe space

Visit Bruces Stone, which

commemorates his victory at
the Battle of Trool, before
beginning the Loch View hike.

and a deep bath in which to

soak away what remains of
stresses and strains (not
much by this point).
The obligatory bed bounce
test ensues (just soft enough
but not saggy, pillows
pleasingly plump) and the
view is admired the
windows look out across the
putting green to the trees
beyond.
After a spot of concentrated
lounging I am an expert in
such matters we decide to
take a wander into town.
Aberfeldy is a cracking little
town with plenty to keep you
occupied, especially if your
main interests include eating
and drinking!
First off we head for The
Watermill bookshop and cafe
in Mill Street. Its a warm hug
of a place, with nooks and
crannies lined with books
and a warmth and buzz that
welcomes you in and makes
you reluctant to leave.
And speaking of warm
hugs, the new in thing is
the Danish concept of
hygge, which espouses the

notion of sharing lovely

moments in cosy places with
good friends. Youll find
everything you need to
hygge-up your home at
Homer, the interiors shop
next to The Watermill. Its
choc-full of stylish
ornaments, candles, throws
and soft furnishings and,
while not cheap, is a lovely
place to shop for that special
something.
After our short shopping
spree we decide
refreshments are in order, so
we head down the road and
find ourselves at Three
Lemons cafe bar.
Its a striking affair housed
in a former haberdashers

and a comfy leather sofa in

the window is the perfect
spot to watch the world go
by while sinking a couple of
good beers.
Its not long before the low
rumble of hungry bellies can
be heard in our area, so we
take our leave and skedaddle
back to Moness for dinner.
The Flemmyng Restaurant
on the site is spacious but
still cosy and the excellent
waiting staff are as attentive
as you could possibly ask for.
The menu has fine dining
stamped all over it.
After much humming and
hawing we opt for the haggis
bon bons and celeriac soup
to start, followed by breast of

FACT BOX
For more info, prices and special offers visit www.moness.
com or call 01887 822108. Rooms cost from 105 a night.
Starters at the Flemmyng Restaurant cost from 5.95, with
mains from 12.95. Dinner, bed and breakfast guests have
an allowance of 27 per person to spend on evening
meals. Find out more about the area at
www.visitscotland.com and search for Perthshire.

corn-fed chicken and

salmon fillet and for dessert
Eton mess and a cheese
board. Washed down with a
bottle of mellow red, every
element hits the mark
perfectly.
After a post-dinner drink
in the lounge we head for
our super-comfy bed with
big smiles on our faces and
delicious food in our bellies.
The next day we enjoy a
tour of the local area, taking
in beautiful Killin and
Kemore and a visit to the
Crannog Centre, which is a
fascinating trip back in time.
For those guests at Moness
wanting a more leisurely day,
there are great facilities on
site, including a swimming
pool, sauna, steam room
and hot tub.
There are various spa
treatments available as well,
if you really want to pamper
yourself.
When we leave Moness its
with a pledge to visit again.
The road to Aberfeldy is
one we look forward to
taking before too long.

Enjoy stunning winter views and

keep an eye out for elusive
ptarmigan in their snow-white
winter plumage as you walk.

A characterful hill in the Ochils

overlooking Stirling, with the
Pentlands in the distance on a
clear winter day.

Youll think youve walked into

the pages of a storybook in the
grounds of this castle, which are
stunning on a frosty winter day.

The majestic Stac Pollaidh offers

vistas over Assynts wintry
landscapes. Take a steep climb
for breathtaking views.

When the trees are heavy with

snow and icicles dangle from
the falls, this walk will take your
breath away.

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