visiting Scotland in November - Page 2

Lovel · 6th September 2020, 13:02

Don’t get me wrong on this subject and all are hopefully given a warm welcome and enjoy the scenery up here when you travel. However my feeling is that all the NC500 has done is create long tailbacks of cars on single track roads. It’s nice to bring some money to the communities , but at what cost? Spoiling the peace, tranquility and the real reason why tourists would come to the North isn’t it? It has had its day. The pressures this year have been even more pronounced given the staycations.

Rick-sta · 7th September 2020, 19:42

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Originally Posted by mbev51

As virus cases soar in england there may well be a travel ban on people visiting scotland from england. Just keep an eye on that.

Yes we're keeping an eye on that thanks

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Originally Posted by Simondi

A few suggestions although some may be outwith your route

Norton House, Edinburgh. Just outside Edinburgh but close to park n ride tram into the city
Ayrshire ( God's own country)
Enterkine house never stayed in it but many a gorgeous meal

Auchenrannie Isle of Arran although in November the ferry may be a tad choppy

Stone field Castle Tarbert in Argyll. Absolutely stunning.

MacDonald Hotel Aviemore a very large complex but a very nice hotel

Nice one thanks for the suggestions, will take a look into them

clarky81 · 19th September 2020, 20:21

I completed the NC500 today and it has been absolutely amazing. I would recommend doing it anticlockwise as the scenery is so much more dramatic heading over to the west and on the west coast itself. We did it with 4 overnight stays (stayed in Inverness after completing the route) averaging approximately 130 miles each day. We did a few detours, including a circuit of Skye. If stopped at every photo opportunity we would on the route for at least a year.

There are a lots of single track roads, where you are in second and third gear a lot but every time you come around a bend there is a fantastic view awaiting you. The Applecross Pass is stunning. It was busy but I never felt I was being held up too much. The amount of camper vans on the road is unbelievable but going a bit slower allows you more to admire the scenery. We didn't notice any animosity from the locals, so long as you let those who look like they are working pass you and you will always get a wave. Be courteous and considerate and you can't go wrong.

Not sure about doing it in November though, some very high routes with some very steep roads, a bit of ice or snow on some of those roads would definitely lead to some squeeky bum moments.

My cdti cruised around the route and I arrived at each stopping point fresh and ready to go.

If you do decide to go for it book in advance as there were lots of places with no vacancy signs. The roads will be a bit quieter outwith the usual school breaks.

clarky81 · 19th September 2020, 20:43

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Originally Posted by clarky81

I completed the NC500 today and it has been absolutely amazing. I would recommend doing it anticlockwise as the scenery is so much more dramatic heading over to the west and on the west coast itself. We did it with 4 overnight stays (stayed in Inverness after completing the route) averaging approximately 130 miles each day. We did a few detours, including a circuit of Skye. If stopped at every photo opportunity we would on the route for at least a year.

There are a lots of single track roads, where you are in second and third gear a lot but every time you come around a bend there is a fantastic view awaiting you. The Applecross Pass is stunning. It was busy but I never felt I was being held up too much. The amount of camper vans on the road is unbelievable but going a bit slower allows you more to admire the scenery. We didn't notice any animosity from the locals, so long as you let those who look like they are working pass you and you will always get a wave. Be courteous and considerate and you can't go wrong.

Not sure about doing it in November though, some very high routes with some very steep roads, a bit of ice or snow on some of those roads would definitely lead to some squeeky bum moments.

My cdti cruised around the route and I arrived at each stopping point fresh and ready to go.

If you do decide to go for it book in advance as there were lots of places with no vacancy signs. The roads will be a bit quieter outwith the usual school breaks.

I completed the Applecross Pass with both a huge smile and grimace at the same time.

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Rick-sta · 30th September 2020, 17:07

Thanks all for the suggestions. Unfortunately with the way things are going we've decided to not go to Scotland. Think we'd enjoy it more anyway if we go during the summer months one year.

So back to the drawing board. Probably just have to book a lodge in a couple different locations to spend our two weeks away on a mini moon until we can book our proper honeymoon again.

skellum · 30th September 2020, 18:43

Probably good thinking Rick-sta.
We're in Stornowy, and by Late November the days are very short. By Christmas we have just 6 hours and 20 minutes of gloomy daylight.
The time to do the far North is May/early June or late August/early September.
July wet and full of midges.
We have some really great driving roads, but in November you'd be driving them in the dark. Hope to see you up this way sometime though.

Simondi · 30th September 2020, 20:02

A wise choice, fingers crossed for next year

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Lovel I really should get out more....... P6B, L550, Imp, F56, Commando Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Aberdeenshire Posts: 2,886 Thanks: 352 Thanked 677 Times in 440 Posts	Don’t get me wrong on this subject and all are hopefully given a warm welcome and enjoy the scenery up here when you travel. However my feeling is that all the NC500 has done is create long tailbacks of cars on single track roads. It’s nice to bring some money to the communities , but at what cost? Spoiling the peace, tranquility and the real reason why tourists would come to the North isn’t it? It has had its day. The pressures this year have been even more pronounced given the staycations.

19th September 2020, 20:21	#13
clarky81 Regular poster Rover 75 Saloon Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Banff Posts: 63 Thanks: 27 Thanked 9 Times in 7 Posts	I completed the NC500 today and it has been absolutely amazing. I would recommend doing it anticlockwise as the scenery is so much more dramatic heading over to the west and on the west coast itself. We did it with 4 overnight stays (stayed in Inverness after completing the route) averaging approximately 130 miles each day. We did a few detours, including a circuit of Skye. If stopped at every photo opportunity we would on the route for at least a year. There are a lots of single track roads, where you are in second and third gear a lot but every time you come around a bend there is a fantastic view awaiting you. The Applecross Pass is stunning. It was busy but I never felt I was being held up too much. The amount of camper vans on the road is unbelievable but going a bit slower allows you more to admire the scenery. We didn't notice any animosity from the locals, so long as you let those who look like they are working pass you and you will always get a wave. Be courteous and considerate and you can't go wrong. Not sure about doing it in November though, some very high routes with some very steep roads, a bit of ice or snow on some of those roads would definitely lead to some squeeky bum moments. My cdti cruised around the route and I arrived at each stopping point fresh and ready to go. If you do decide to go for it book in advance as there were lots of places with no vacancy signs. The roads will be a bit quieter outwith the usual school breaks.

30th September 2020, 18:43	#16
skellum Avid contributor MG ZT Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Stornoway Posts: 115 Thanks: 17 Thanked 41 Times in 27 Posts	Probably good thinking Rick-sta. We're in Stornowy, and by Late November the days are very short. By Christmas we have just 6 hours and 20 minutes of gloomy daylight. The time to do the far North is May/early June or late August/early September. July wet and full of midges. We have some really great driving roads, but in November you'd be driving them in the dark. Hope to see you up this way sometime though.