07889 496758 grantfulton@yahoo.co.uk Photo courtesy of Lorna's Larder Isle of Harris Distillery The root is not Gaelic and of unknown origin. Harris (Scottish Gaelic: Na Hearadh, pronounced [n h] ()) is the southern and more mountainous part of Lewis and Harris, the largest island in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland.Although not an island itself, Harris is often referred to in opposition to the Isle of Lewis as the Isle of Harris, which is the former postal county and the current post town for Royal Mail postcodes Although most restaurants dont allow dogs inside, several have outdoor areas that allow dogs and some bars allow well-behaved dogs. Best, Jessica, Hi Jessica and Laurence It is the largest island in the Firth of Clyde and the seventh-largest Scottish island, at 432 square kilometres (167sqmi). Suggestion #1 (more time on East): On the first day leave Inverness and head northeast along the route towards Dingwall, explore Black Isle, and then head up to Dornoch for the night. So it will be a bit fast, but you will still have time to see a lot. Glengoyne Distillery Guided Tour & Whisky Tasting. Over subsequent days the Met Office issues the first ever red snow warning for Scotland, South West England and South Wales, meaning the weather poses a potential risk to life. As you said, those who are careful, respectful, and prepared will have a wonderful road trip!! You are welcome to join in on the discussion and get advice there as well: https://www.facebook.com/groups/travelloversandphotography/. The typical style of these is a rectangular or trapezoidal stone and earth mound that encloses a chamber lined with larger stone slabs. This one is easy, dont litter! Planning a North Coast 500 road trip, PIN this article to Pinterest to read again later: **Disclosure: We partnered with North Coast 500 who helped us plan the logistics of our trip and also arranged many of our meals and accommodation in order for us to share our experiences as travel writers. The order is a targeted measure to protect an important population of black bees on Colonsay from hybridisation with non-native bees" (the "non-native species legislation" was used because Apis mellifera are considered to be non-native to Colonsay, but considered native to Scotland as it was the first honey bee to be introduced for use in beekeeping there). For those with younger kids, you might consider camping as a family (lots of campsites along the route for tent camping and motorhomes), planning picnics, or staying in self-catering accommodation. For golfers, Id recommend driving the route between Inverness and Dornoch, and also detouring a bit from the NC500 to the Nairn area. Wildlife:Those interested in Scottish wildlife should be able to find some spots of interest. Glasgow. Definitely not an area to go speeding along, like you say! Just let us know if you have further questions as you plan your trip. 2. Thanks for taking the time to let us know that you are finding our travel website helpful, always good to hear Wishing you and your family a wonder NC500 trip in September. Melvich Beach, Durness Beach, BalnakeilBeach, Sandwood Beach, and Achmelvich Beach are a few of our favorites in the northwest. [Note 6] The result was a bloody stalemate, and the island kingdom was temporarily divided, with Somerled taking control of the southern Hebrides. Id recommend heading over to either the main island of Orkney (get the ferry from John OGroats or nearby) or to the Isles of Lewis and Harris (ferry from Ullapool). The climate is mild and ameliorated by the Gulf Stream. Very well written and a great starting point for planning. The population slowly grew to about 6,500. The eighth century Riasg Buidhe Cross has been re-erected in the gardens of Colonsay House. Please, please, please familiarise yourself with how to drive on a single-track road in Scotland. ? Im going to print off the information and highlight the bits relevant to us and the NC500 rout map app is genius!!! I would still do it counterclockwise as that way you start with the better roads and more towns, and gradually come upon the single track roads and more dramatic landscapes. Hope this helps as it is difficult to know how busy it will be at any one time along the route, but booking at least a little in advance can definitely give you some piece of mind in knowing youll have a good place to stay. But luckily, there are alternative routes for the most narrow sections. In 2000, Japanese author Haruki Murakami visited the island to sample seven single malt whiskies on the island and later wrote a travel book called If our language were whisky. There are also lovely beaches in the area like Coldbackie Beach. Subscribe to our Refill Service. The Islay Charter, a record of lands granted to an Islay resident in 1408, Brian Vicar MacKay, by Domhnall of Islay, Lord of the Isles, is one of the earliest records of Gaelic in public use, and is a significant historical document. I need to stay for 3 or 4 nights. Thanks, Jessica! If you have read our planning guide already, wed also recommend taking a look at our 7 day North Coast 500 and our camping itinerary. Main rental car companies include, If the license is not in English or Latin alphabet, then you will need to get a validated English translation or have an, There are a couple of places you can rent motorcycles along the North Coast 500. He interviewed 53 informants from various locations and his description of The Gaelic of Arran was published in 1957 and runs to 211 pages of phonological, grammatical and lexical information. Lodging options cover just about every budget and lodging type, but dont expect to find hotel chains or massive resort-style properties. cheers Sounds like a wonderful plan to drive the North Coast 500 next summer. Thank you for all of the wonderful information!! 1) Try to rent a car with a spare tyre so you dont lose time getting towed. So yes, if you want to do the sea kayaking trip, I would contact Tim, the owner at Kayak Summer Isles, once you have your flights books and know your dates. Most distilleries give public tours and tastings, but some youll need to book in advance. The island is cut by numerous geological faults many of which are aligned either NE-SW or ENE-WSW. I have done it briefly once before but it was quite rushed and I wanted to plan a little better. Im so glad i came across your website its simply a superb piece of information for those who havent travelled the NC500. The legal drinking limit is now lower than in any other part of the UK. Colonsay's best known beach, Kiloran Bay, is a vast stretch of golden sands and draws locals and tourists alike while maintaining an isolated and peaceful atmosphere. [19] In 2016 the brewery launched a gin, called Wild Island Botanic Gin, distilled with hand gathered wild botanicals from the island. ), Reading materials (e.g, books, magazine, Kindle). If you take the A837 back from Lochinver on the main road you will be fine. You can see individual campsites mentioned throughout our suggested 1 week NC500 itinerary and you can also see our NC500 campsite guide for more information on camping along the route. If your kids like outdoor activities, youll find plenty of things to do and see around the North Coast 500 and on the islands. As noted earlier (worth repeating! This quaint Scottish island is the driving force behind our small batch distillery. We dont offer any NC500 guides for sale, but you can use our articles for free online. Wishing you a great visit and time at the pipe band championship. However, on arrival in Quebec only 41 hectares (100 acres) was made available to the heads of extended families. The most unusual feature of Arran Gaelic is the /w/ glide after labials before a front vowel, e.g. No guarantees, but at least they have the request. Just let us know if you have any questions about the North Coast 500, and wishing you a great road trip. The NC500 is not an actual single road or highway like Route 66 or the Pacific Coast Highway, but is a series of existing roads that form a loop around the northern Highlands. Thank you for the very inspiring and comprehensive insights to NC500 route. I can see us going time and time again.. Hi Julie, So glad that you found our North Coast 500 guide so helpful I am sure you will have a great time. In 1266, his more peaceable successor ceded his nominal authority over Sureyjar to the Scottish king (Alexander III) by the Treaty of Perth, in return for a very large sum of money. Within the central complex are subsided blocks of Triassic sandstone and marl, Jurassic shale, and even a rare example of Cretaceous chalk. If you are looking for an easy archaeological site to visit, Crn Liath (an Iron Age broch) is a short walk from the parking area. Remember that it is just not a tourist destination but also a place where people live and many have moved to this area to get away. Hi Chris, Wishing you the best of luck on your upcoming North Coast 500 road trip! [113] Roads were built, the Crinan canal shortened the sea distance to Glasgow and the numerous traditional ferry crossings were augmented by new quays. Your North Coast 500 route tips and packing list are very helpful! However Ive never crossed (yes Im from NL) with my 2 kids (2 and 4). Inverness is probably the most convenient place to start a NC500 tour, but tours can also be arranged to depart and return from Edinburgh, Glasgow, or Inverness. I had hoped, perhaps naively, to be able to drive along the north coast from Ullapool to Thurso, then south to Inverness in those two days. Often referred to as "Scotland in Miniature", the island is divided into highland and lowland areas by the Highland Boundary Fault and has been described as a "geologist's paradise".[8]. [52][53] For a short time during the reign of King James V in the 16th century, the Isle of Arran was under the regency of Robert Maxwell, 5th Lord Maxwell. Any help would be great, thanks! Our products are crafted with care in the heart of Rothesay using a traditional copper still. Following Somerled's 1164 death, the realm was divided between Godred's heirs, and Somerled's sons,[76][77][78] whose descendants continued to describe themselves as King of the Sudreys until the 13th century. However, the increase in tourism and people buying holiday homes on the Island, the second highest rate of such homes in the UK, has led to a shortage of affordable homes on the island. I would focus on either a section of the route or focus on a special interest or theme (e.g., castles, historical sites, beaches, distilleries). However, if you want a physical North Coast 500 map, there are two main other options. Hi Alex, Thanks for taking the time to comment and adding additional warnings for those planning to make this drive along the North Coast 500. Islay remained with the Campbells of Shawfield until 1853 when it was sold to James Morrison of Berkshire, ancestor of the third Baron Margadale, who still owns a substantial portion of the island. [43] The complex changes of sea level due to melting ice caps and isostasy since then have left a series of raised beaches around the coast. I am planning to do so next year if the covid allows. We definitely agree with encouraging people to stop and spend money at the local campgrounds, hotels, museums, restaurants, shops, visitor centers, etc. Also, if you want to let us know how your trip goes, wed love to hear what you and the kids found the best places to visit which can help other families traveling with young kids. For a longer coastal walk you might consider the Dunnet Bay coastal hike within the Dunnet Bay Nature Reserve which is a little over 10 miles. View over Colonsay and Oronsay to the right, the Paps of Jura in the distance. What do you term a large RV? The island had become part of the Gaelic Kingdom of Dl Riata during the Early Middle Ages before being absorbed into the Norse Kingdom of the Isles. If you dont need services (e.g., water, electricity) you can wait longer. Jennings and Kruse conclude that although there were settlements prior to the Norse arrival "there is no evidence from the onomasticon that the inhabitants of these settlements ever existed". The name's origin is probably a mixture of Gaelic and Old Norse: Dun in the former language means "fort" and knaus-borg in the latter means "fort on the crag". [54], At the commencement of the Early modern period James, 2nd Lord Hamilton became a privy counsellor to his first cousin, James IV of Scotland and helped to arrange his marriage to Princess Margaret Tudor of England. Here is what the official NC500 website has to say about the Bealach Na Ba as well as the B869: The Bealach Na Ba stretch however is not suitable for large motorhomes, caravans and inexperienced drivers due to its sharp bends and steep gradients so we would advise taking the slip road up at the A896 instead which will be much safer for you and your passengers. A 2 seater car can be great (just pack light! I just wanted to say a HUGE thank you for such a well informed article of the North Coast 500. Learn all about Isle of Harris Gin: how it is made by our local distillers, the nine botanicals that make our gin Award-Winning and about our much-loved Isle of Harris Gin bottle. With regard to the castles of Islay Monro wrote: "In this iyle there is strenths castells; the first is callit Dunowaik, biggit on ane craig at the sea side, on the southeist part of the countery pertaining to the Clandonald of Kintyre; second is callit the castle of Lochgurne, quhilk is biggit ill ane iyle within the said fresche water loche far fra land, pertaining of auld to the Clandonald of Kintyre, now usurped be MGillayne of Doward. Free to visit. It also depends, of course, on the coronavirus, but hopefully things will be much better next summer! We would both like to thank you for such an informative and enjoyable blog we had one of the best trips we have ever taken i the UK. We will be travelling with our 8 month old baby boy, considering winter is setting on and having read that Scottish weather can get fickle. In the Scottish Parliament, Arran is part of the constituency of Cunninghame North, currently represented by Kenneth Gibson of the Scottish National Party (SNP). Isle of Arran Coffee Company. Answering her SOS the destroyer HMS Mounsey attempted to come alongside and managed to rescue over 350 men. The Harris Journal, product news and marketing. But I need a recommendations still. This post may contain affiliate links. This is particularly true if you are planning to drive a rental car, caravan, or motorhome. [117], This article is about the Scottish island. Hope that helps, and let me know what you decide to do!! Colonsay Community Development Company, the local development trust is engaged in a range of work which reflects a sustainable approach to the regeneration of our island. If covid permits, itll be Dornoch-Wick-Tongue-Lochinver-Ullapool-Applecross(2)-Inverness(2). If you want to stop, find a safe place to pull off in a designated parking space or lot. As always, all questions and comments are welcome. )[148] Walkers and cyclists appreciate the 210 kilometres of coastline. Once again, youve left me in awe! Your guide is very informative and we will be following and using lots of your tips and recommendations. [71][72], Godred also became King of Dublin at an unknown date, although in 1094 he was driven out of the city by Muircheartach Ua Briain, later known as High King of Ireland, according to the Annals of the Four Masters. What a terrific source of inspiration! There is also public transportation, depending on where you are. Follow themed trails like the Strathnaver Trail, Pictish Trail, or Pebble Routes to learn about some specific subjects and get off the beaten path. Their website also lists some affiliate hostels along the NC500. As you can tell from where we are staying, your guide has been a tremendous help. Id probably book your accommodation in advance if you know where you want to stop so you are sure to have a place to stay and not have to drive further that you want looking for a place to stay. In 2006 the former grass airstrip was upgraded and provided with a hard surface in readiness for the introduction of a scheduled air service. Learn more about Mailchimp's privacy practices here. [111][112] Following the Jacobite insurrections of 17456, the Heritable Jurisdictions Act 1746 abolished comital authority, and the Campbell's control of the sheriffdom; thereafter they could now only assert their influence in their role as Landlords. Some self-catering properties in the area may not be on any of the aggregate booking websites, and the best way to track some of them down is to search for things like cottage near Thurso or house rental near Inverness online or check the local tourism office listings. [40] It is thought to be the source of most, it not all, pitchstone artefacts found in the United Kingdom. Although with a baby, you wont be able to see as much and will need to move at a slower pace each day. Yes, so our 7 day itinerary lists way more than you can do in 7 days so you will need to pick and choose what is most interesting to you. The North Coast 500 is a 516-mile scenic route along Scotlands northern coast that begins and ends in the city of Inverness, the capital of the Scottish Highlands. Examples are dhuit "to you" (instead of the more common dhut),[172] the formula gun robh math agad "thank you" (instead of the more common mran taing or tapadh leat but compare Irish go raibh maith agat),[173] mand "able to" (instead of the more common urrainn)[174] or deifir "hurry" (instead of the more common cabhag, Irish deifir). [108][109] However, the following year a group of 5 was reported. You can stay at campsites with a tent or campervan, do wild camping if you dont need any facilities, or rent out camping huts, static caravans, or cabins if you want to travel with limited camping gear. Wed recommend bringing a rainproof jacket, rain cover (e.g., umbrella or poncho), and waterproof hiking shoes. As you say, there are plenty of other places to occupy our attention. Its main beaches are at Brodick, Whiting Bay, Kildonan, Sannox and Blackwaterfoot. [110] When he died in 1729 the island passed to his son, Daniel Campbell of Shawfield. I think it cost us 3-4 hours and of course the price of the intervention and tyre. Caledonian MacBrayne operate regular ferry services to Port Ellen and Port Askaig from Kennacraig, taking about two hours. Johnstone, Scott; Brown, Hamish; and Bennet, Donald (1990), McKirdy, Alan Gordon, John & Crofts, Roger (2007), This page was last edited on 5 August 2022, at 14:19. The Bealach Na Ba as you noted is a particularly dangerous part of the route and is not for all drivers or vehicles (not recommended for large vehicles, heed warnings) that is awful to hear about the car accident on Sunday. Colonsay (/klnze/; Scottish Gaelic: Colbhasa; Scots: Colonsay) is an island in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland, located north of Islay and south of Mull. See our prior article for more information on where to stay along the NC500 which covers some of our favorite hotels and B&Bs along the route. Arran is connected to the Scottish mainland by two ferry routes operated by Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac). Subscribe to our monthly newsletter. We will be travelling the route on Saturday 12th of July with my husband, myself and our two children ( 6 and 5 years old). -Day 5: Ullapool area: Braemore Square County House, Riverside Guest House, or Westlea House B&B Currently, the best guided tour along the NC500 is this, We havent done these tours but have done several tours with Rabbies and can definitely recommend the company. Edinburgh for 4 nights will give you plenty of time to explore. Weve probably heard some version of this hundreds of times and totally agree with it. But the North Coast 500 is designed for touring, sightseeing, and taking things slowly. Heres a brief introduction to passing on single-track roads if you have never driven on one before. [171] It sits within a group of lexical isoglosses (i.e. [51] Bruce returned to the island in 1326, having earlier granted lands to Fergus MacLouis for assistance rendered during his time of concealment there. So it is much easier to follow the route now. [98] The MacLean family had been granted land in Jura in 1390, by the MacDonalds, and in 1493 had thus been seen as the natural replacement for them, leading to a branch of the MacLeans being granted Dunyvaig Castle by king James, and expanding into Islay. [37], Arran has a particular concentration of early Neolithic Clyde Cairns, a form of Gallery grave. Hiking, climbing, or cycling gear (as needed), Scotland general travel guidebook, such as, Rainproof jacket with hood (we both wear Scotland-based, Waterproof dry bags or zipper pouch bags to keep valuables dry and store wet things, Car manual, insurance information, emergency/accident contact info, Road safety kit (e.g., safety vest, flares, extra headlight bulbs), Flashlight or headlamp with extra batteries, Road Trip music (in a format that works with your vehicle! Free forever. Hopefully sooner than later. But you know what your limits are. The last section provides packing tips and a list of supplies you may need for your NC500 road trip. [65] Dl Riata was divided into a small number of regions, each controlled by a particular kin group; according to the Senchus fer n-Alban ("The History of the Men of Scotland"), it was the Cenl nengusa for Islay and Jura. Melvich Beach, Durness Beach, BalnakeilBeach, Sandwood Beach, and Achmelvich Beach are a few of our favorites in the northwest. Hi, Im planning to do the NC500 over about 10-12 days this May in my camper van.I have solar power for lights and recharging phone, torch and e-bike but my cooker and fridge run off autogas. You can find charging points using this interactive map(list only free and public ones) and this website/app(lists any kind of charging point, free, fee, and customer use only ones). Kiel Cave. Day 4 & 5 Overnight in Achiltibuie, book Summer Isles sea kayaking for Day 5 The Colonsay Group, which takes its name from the island, is an estimated 5,000-metre-thick (16,000ft) sequence of mildly metamorphosed Neoproterozoic sedimentary rocks that also outcrop on the islands of Islay and Oronsay and the surrounding seabed. So cities you might look at are Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Stirling, and Inverness. 4. There is also a cycling company called Ticket to Ride Highlands that has a number of transport vehicles that you can book for cycling holidays and they provide shuttle service. But even right along the route, few people get out of their cars to hike around lochs, hills, beaches, or fields so if you get out into nature youll probably find yourself relatively alone. There are many rental car companies. BTW Im going to watch the pipe band championship although I am a piper. [44], The influence of the Gulf Stream keeps the climate mild compared to mainland Scotland. The route runs through a number of loosely defined areas or historical counties in northern Scotland including Inverness-shire, the Black Isle, Wester Ross, Easter Ross, Sutherland, and Caithness. I also wanted to say that there are several people who are part of our Facebook group who are planning to drive the North Coast 500 at the end of summer or in September. Excellent article. Best, Jessica, Hi, Your guide is great, easy to read and not dry! 15657, Morris, Ronald W. B. The busiest months are going to be the summer from June to August with some crowds in May and September. 5. [119] On 6 October HMS Otranto was involved in a collision with HMS Kashmir in heavy seas while similarly transporting American Doughboys from New York Harbor. Many thanks in advance What a brilliant resource and fabulous guide. Hope this helps, and feel free to reach out with additional questions as you plan your trip! -Day 6: Torridon to Lochcarron area: Pathend Bed & Breakfast These passes may save you money if you are planning to visit a lot of historical properties during your trip. The newly upgraded facility offers routes to all parts of the island. Murchad MacSween is called "Margad" in the original Norwegian text. The Bealach Na Ba is a narrow windy stretch of road near Applecross, and the most difficult and steepest stretch of the official NC500 route. Hazelnuts have been found on other Mesolithic sites, but rarely in such quantities or concentrated in one pit. [62], Gaelic was still spoken widely on Arran at the beginning of the 20th century. ", The Rhinns complex, named after the Islay peninsula which hosts its largest outcrop, is predominantly. Were experienced drivers of both left side driving and rural one lane highways. ), speeding, hitting lambs and other livestock on the road, getting large vehicles stuck in narrow places such as the Bealach Na Ba road, trespassing on private property, and causing damage to the environment. Would you also like to gain free access to the full features of Hidden Scotland? If you plan to speed around, you could do it with 3 full days and night, but wed recommend more time. I hear the Duke of Hamilton's crofters are a'gaun away, man and mother's son, frae the Isle o' Arran. Isle of Harris Distillers Ltd is registered in Scotland. You can take the Inverness to Thurso train route (it also branches to Wick as well) train route and then head back to Inverness and take the train line from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh. I was just wondering if you could possibly tell me your list of MUST SEEs from the route and any advise you may have regarding the trip [110] Similarly, the red-billed chough no longer breeds on the island. Most beaches allow dogs and allow them to be off leash if supervised and cleaned up after. [9] The scale of the activity, unparalleled elsewhere in Scotland, and the lack of large game on the island, suggests that Colonsay's inhabitants were largely vegetarian. Whole villages were removed and the Gaelic culture of the island devastated. That has led to some concern that the unique flavour of Islay is being negatively affected. Somerled's grandson, Donald received Islay, along with Claig Castle, and the adjacent part of Jura as far north as Loch Tarbert. You can also rent motorcycles, bikes, cycling gear, campervans, and camping gear once you arrive. that should determine which part of the route might be best. If you have any questions as you make more plans for your NC500 road trip, just let us know. You can see the 2017 edition of the map here for a good idea as I expect there have been few, if any, changes. Best, Jessica, Hi guys thanks for all the great info. [131][132], Islay is one of five whisky distilling localities and regions in Scotland whose identities are protected by law. We are going back in August this year for our sons wedding in Tongue so are planning to spend time retracing some of our steps in our Motorhome, before and after, covering Inverness to Ullapool then down to Glencoe before heading home to East Yorkshire. [127] The island's web site indicates that some cultivation is also being done while some areas of high moorlands include estates for shooting deer. Unfortunately we only have a few days to venture onto the NC500 from Inverness. I would just recommend never letting your car get near empty and to fill up during the day as not all pumps are open overnight. The least expensive B&B rooms usually have shared bathrooms. So neat that it was only established in 2014. For more on castle hotels along the route, you can see our North Coast 500 accommodation guide which has over 25 recommended places to stay along the route, from castle hotels to B&Bs and guesthouses. [23], Sedimentary rocks dominate the southern half of the island, especially Old and New Red Sandstone. Then Id sort out your rental car and accommodation once you have those in place. For example, the Black Isle community has lots of suggested Black Isle cycling routes for example and you can even do a bicycling trip around the Black Isle and then catch the Nigg ferry (be sure to check the schedule as its seasonal) and continue onto Portmahomack and back. The route was designed to encourage more visitors to visit this sparsely populated region of Scotland and it has been very successful. Suggestion #2 (more time on West): On the first day leave Inverness and head northeast along the route towards Dingwall, explore Black Isle, and then head up to Dornoch for the night. [25], Gaelic names, or their anglicised versions such as Ardnave Point, from ird an Naoimh, "height of the saint" are very common. Here is a guide to driving on singe-track roads in Scotlandwith a relevant infographic explaining how to use passing places. The largest city (by far) is Inverness with a population of close to 50,000 people and the next biggest places are towns and villages like Ullapool, Durness, Dornoch, Wick, Thurso, and Lochinver which each have a population of under 2,000 people! It is much more enjoyable if you can drive it at a relaxing pace. I am glad our blog posts have been helpful and I wish you and your son a wonderful trip in October around the NC500! Lined with larger stone slabs re-erected in the area like Coldbackie Beach the island is cut by geological. 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