After a great nights sleep and a full Scottish breakfast at The Drovers Inn The Bastardos headed off for Crianlarich, before the days final destination of Tyndrum (12 miles in total).
Much better terrain for walking today, land rover tracks underfoot for most of the day. Temperatures hit 23 degrees and for me that really saps the energy. Being away from Loch Lomond the views today were all the mountains and glens, simply stunning.
We arrived in Crianlarich for lunch after around 3 hours. The Rod and Reel pub was the destination for a bite to eat, a pint and some great craic. Many stories were shared and I heard a few new ones about the big fella. Another moment on this trip that's very special.
After lunch Enzo scattered some of Lanky's ashes under a railway bridge in Crianlarich. Lanky always said he hated Crianlarich (Johnny B will explain if ye ask him), so it was only appropriate that we included this in the special locations that will be forever Stevie!
The afternoon walk to Tyndrum saw some fantastic views down through forest tracks and the shelter provided from the trees was very welcome.
We're staying at the By The Way hostel in Tyndrum, and a very welcome sight was Bobby Purves with Murrays pies and bottles of beer! Bobby then took Shona to the chippy to pick up a round of fish suppers.
Ross had left us to return home this morning and was really missed by the group. It has been great to have had his company for a few days, he's a cracking young man.
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Hi John - we were in Tyndrum last night as well - staying in the Pinetrees campsite. Was keeping an eye out for you but no sign - and you were just round the corner !! Hope you've enjoyed the journey - it certainly sounds like it.
ReplyDeleteWas a great trip Colin, loved every second.
ReplyDeleteThey midges take nae prisoners though!