It was pouring down with rain this morning in Inverness, not our favourite start to the day but miles have to be covered whatever the weather. We started off over the Kessock Bridge where dodging waves from the cars going through puddles at high speed was the main aim. After the bridge there was a lot of cycle path until we got towards Conan Bridge…a distant memory of a pub called the Drouthy Duck entered my mind as we cycled past there!!
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| The view towards Bonar Bridge...starting to appear out of the rain and mist! |
We then headed to Bonar Bridge and our lunch stop. It was an oasis of heat at the Bridge Hotel with an open fire roaring and more pieces of cycle clothing than in your average shop, drying by the fire. Most of us were fairly reluctant to leave after lunch, but the rain had stopped so we made a move.
We headed over the back road past the Falls of Shin and then headed for Lairg. It was starting to get a bit warmer and the sun was trying to appear. The quietness and remoteness of Sutherland was stunning, and the cycling along these single track roads was beautiful. The obligatory Highland cow was out for a photo stop which everyone appreciated.
After some more lovely cycling we descended through the moorland to the Crask Inn, our destination for the night. Mike and Kai, the owners, welcoming us into their home like friends. If you have never been to the Crask it is worth a visit for its welcome alone (but take midgey repellant!)
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| The Crask |
Our evening meal was in the small dining room round one table. Kai had cooked a fabulous venison stew with dumplings. It was like a big family meal, sharing stories and telling jokes, we had a great evening.
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| Dinner time |
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