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2 days ago

The Falls of Clyde

A walk from New Lanark village up the riverbank to view the impressive Falls of Clyde

3 days ago

New Lanark village was a significant step both in village design and social provision. Now a UNESCO site it has been beautifully restored.

Jan 7

The distant Campsie Hills viewed from Shandon Farm next to Appletree Cottage On the second of January we took a wonderful walk along the...

Nov 28, 2024

The recent frosty weather we've been having over the last couple of weeks has brought some beautiful clear blue-sky days to Appletree...

Nov 20, 2024

After our journey up the back road from Drymen to Aberfoyle (see previous blog) we continued our drive northwards. Loch Achray looking...

Nov 13, 2024

A trip along cycle route 7 between Drymen and Gartmore.

Aug 19, 2024

Linlithgow Palace is only 32 miles from Appletree Cottage and is well worth a visit. Accessed from the Borough Hall Square in the centre...

Aug 7, 2024

We discovered the ancient and historic church of St. Michael's Church, Linlithgow on a recent day out to Linlithgow Palace. Only 32...

Jul 10, 2024

Inchmurrin Ferry arrives at the jetty at Arden on the west bank of Loch Lomond During this lovely weather, we took one of our favourite...

Jun 26, 2024

Taking advantage of this recent lovely weather, we decided to take a quick hike up Duncryne Hill, (known locally as The Dumpling ) which...