At the end of The Far North Line at Thurso

After two restful nights in a lovely cottage in Dornoch today we set off for Golspie. Once again our plan to use the bus was thwarted by virtually no buses, and none connecting with our 1246 train to Thurso. Hey ho - another taxi!

Despite the grass and weeds on the single track the two carriage train arrived on time. On our way north T spotted a stag on the moor spectacularly antlered against the storm clouds.

As we trundled north over the “clickety clack” of the fishplated (bolted) rails we were mesmerised by the vastness and tranquility of the flow country. *

Our host was on the platform at Thurso to drive us the mile to his holiday let in the town. Another excellent AirbnB pick!

We walked around the town, bought supplies for our three day larder here and ventured to the beach. The wind was very keen. We were glad not to be venturing to Stromness on this trip. We did that in 2017!

My blip is looking north from Thurso beach towards Dunnet Head which is the most northerly point on the U.K. mainland.


*The Flow Country – the most intact and extensive blanket bog system in the world. Stretching across Caithness and Sutherland in the far north of Scotland this vast expanse of blanket bog comprises a complex set of interlinked pool systems and micro features that not only host an eye-catching flora and fauna but also play a vital role in our defence against the effects of climate change.
Source : The Flow Country website.