Day Trip to Glencoe

It's been a while since I visited the Glencoe area and this time of year is probably about the best time to go.

Arrived around 10:00 and the first sight was the mist in the valley as the snow covered peak of Ben Dorain rose above me from the road.

The small lay-by soon filled up as drivers stopped and grabbed a photo of the impressive view.

Then on to Inveroran via Bridge of Orchy and temperature of about -3.5 degrees.

A few shots at Inveroran and then a frozen Loch Tulla.

Next stop was the Black Rock Cottage before carrying on to the Kings House hotel where the deer are fairly tame and can be fed by hand.

Then on down Glen Etive with regular stops for photos before arriving at Loch Etive with the light starting to drop.

On the return journey up the Glen I managed a few images of young stags - albeit the light was now fading fast.

Another few stops to look back at the fiery setting sun and get a few final images.

Although the light was virtually gone it was impressive to view these stunning hills and mountains, and grateful that we have such raw beauty on our doorstep here in Scotland. We are truly blessed.

A slow drive home with traffic but a good day out and very content on arriving back at about 20:00.


Snowy Peak of Ben Dorain near Tyndrum


Campers at the River Orchy


River Orchy

Highland Cottage

Crunchy Snow


Loch Tulla

 Black Rock Cottage

 Young Deer

 Waterfall at Glen Etive

Loch Etive


Loch Etive

Wary Stag

 Young Stag

 Proud Stag

 Inquisitive Stag

 Setting Sun Illuminates Glen Etive

Burning Sunset Down Glen Etive

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Lady Bejum

The Bulk Carrier 'Lady Bejum' arrived on the Clyde today and made her way up to Glasgow.

It was a nice - if cold - sunny morning so I ventured to Greenock and managed a few shots as she passed Greenock.

Also one shot as she passed Dumbarton taken from my home.

Busy River

 'Ayton Cross' Leads the Way

Approaching Greenock

Passing the Greenock Ocean Terminal

Bridge


Passing East India Harbour

'Svitzer Milford' Takes the Stern

Passing Dumbarton

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Monte Carlo Classic Rally in Paisley Start

Tonight was the start of the 104th Monte Carlo Classic Rally with around seventy entrants gathering in Paisley.

Heavy snow was forecast so not quite sure what to expect.

However as cold an evening as it was, we did not get the snow too bad, though we did get enough to make it interesting in getting decent photographs.

I think it's good that Renfrewshire Council make the effort to host the event and although the crowd was a bit diminished, due I think to the weather, nevertheless it was a very good event and worth making the effort to go along.


Evening Descends


Granny Turismo Old Lady

 Last Minute Checks


Safety First

Smiling Car Crew


Get Your Hot Dogs Here

 Playing with Fire

 SAAB V4

Final Instructions


Marshall at the Start

 We're Off and Running

 First Car Prepares to Start


Snow Blows Across the Start Podium

 Here We Go ....

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Snowy Day On My Langbank Walk

Some images from Maya's later walk today - she sure loves the snow.

Still enjoying the compact camera though low light and winds meant a tripod was a must today.

A record of the first winter snow here in Langbank.

Looking Towards Cowal Hills

Snowy Field 


Burst of Late Light

 Snow Storm Passes

Shaft of Sunlight 

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Bo'ness and Kinneil Heritage Railway - Winter Diesel Gala 2014

Bo'ness and Kinneil Heritage Railway held their two day Winter Diesel Gala on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th December.

I managed through on the Sunday, and although well attended I gather the Saturday was even busier.

Primarily aimed at diesel enthusiasts the day was very interesting to anyone who remembers the sounds and smells of these powerful diesel engines.

Mostly from the sixties many are still in use on the network today - some having been taken out of their heritage retirement duties to assist the railway companies haul their freight.

As expected the Station Buffet at Bo’ness was open for delicious homemade food and drinks.

Bitterly cold and felt worse as the sun set for the night but a worthwhile day I think.

 Diesel Locomotive 47603 at Bo'ness 

 Diesel Locomotive 56105 at Bo'ness Station


Semaphore Signal at Manuel Station


Tracks near Manuel Station


Tracks near Manuel Station

 Locomotive 47603 approaching Bo'ness


Locomotive 66721 'Harry Beck' 

Locomotive 47603 approaching Bo'ness

 Locomotive 66721 'Harry Beck' 

Locomotive 55022 'Royal Scots Grey' 

 Station Lamp at Bo'ness Station

Locomotive 66721 'Harry Beck'  

 Diesel Locomotives at Bo'ness Station

Bo'ness Station as Dusk Falls

Quieter as the Night Comes 

Shop Area

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