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New Lanark - a stroll back into history

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

Feb 26, 2025

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

Jan 7, 2025

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 28, 2024

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

Nov 20, 2024

A trip along cycle route 7 between Drymen and Gartmore.

Nov 13, 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 19, 2024

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

Aug 7, 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...

Jul 10, 2024

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

Jun 26, 2024

Sunny days are here again! After what felt like weeks of endless rain, recent weather has been sunny and warm. The result is that the...

Jun 12, 2024