Ben Bhraggie and beyond..

We were drawn to the East Coast again this weekend and a walk from Golspie. After a second breakfast that we didn't need at the rustic cafe we headed up through the scenic forest before all to soon being spat out on to the icy open hill above.

The statue of the first Duke of Sutherland dominates the area and skyline and is much hated by most as it symbolises the Highland clearances. Many want it removed, but others want it to remain as a reminder to the tragic past. 

It's certainly in a striking position with great views across to the Moray Coast and far to the West. 

Away from it all

For a lot of the walk I was thinking about the disastrous election result and chaos to come. It made me draw parallels with the clearances in a small way. It now feels very much like the Conservatives will create a second wave of clearances because a lot of folk won't be able to stomach the isolating future and rule that is coming and will try and leave. 

Golspie bound

Sun set on another day!

When we got back down into the forest and big burn I was able to appreciate the natural wonder of the place again and it was a great end to walk the last mile or two along the sea shore back into Golspie.