In the far end of East Ayrshire, a few miles to the east of Muirkirk, lies the site of a former mining village called Glenbuck. What was once a bustling village with over 1000 residents, is now just a memorial to those who lived and worked there. What makes the site truly remarkable, is that this isolated mining village produced …
A Walk Around Millport – The Isle of Cumbrae
When you think of a Scottish Island you probably think of Arran or Skye, or perhaps even Shetland. The notion probably conjures up visions of a ferry battling against stormy sea’s and all-consuming remoteness. This isn’t always the case, however. There is a Scottish island, reachable only by ferry, that you can travel to in 8 minutes. Yes. 8 minutes. …