moving on up the east coast of Scotland

 I left us down in Montrose in the last holiday post, we then drove further north to Lossiemouth. The weather was still cold and wet and unfortunately the touring part of the campsite had seen better days. It was a holiday weekend and maybe they were short staffed but the state of the amenities block left a lot to be desired and the large rubbish bins were overflowing. The touring pitches were just tired and looked more like the end of a summer season rather than the start. We spoke to regular visitors who said that the park seems to be cutting down on the number of pitches and replacing them with camping pods. We did get the impression that the holiday homes areas had more attention.

The advertised shop was still being built but there was a bar and swimming pool along with the usual bingo and entertainment although we didn't partake.

However the site had easy access to the beach.

Due to the weather still being cold we grabbed a taxi down into town and had a look round the harbour.

followed by sausage rolls from the local bakery and cheesecake in the local restaurant :-) that brightened up a dull day.

There is a small museum near the harbour and I grabbed a couple of photos of some old fair isle knitting. We then crossed the new bridge connecting a small sandy island to the mainland, the remains of the old bridge could be seen along with a few hardy surfers,.

Another lighthouse, this time overlooking the campsite and now used as holiday accommodation.

Back on the road again, this time heading to our favourite campsite, crossing the bridge outside Inverness and heading onto the Black Isle

The campsite at Rosemarkie is a favourite of ours, virtually on the beach and an easy walk to the cafe for coffee and the golf bar for a pint in the evening.

Woodland walks

Fairy garden hidden amongst them

An old ice house

and chance to relax watching the sea

Ian managed to spot some dolphins, I wasn't quite so lucky :-) We like this site as it gives Ian a chance to explore on his bike leaving me to potter around.

Speak soon xx