Scotsman Walking Wearing Kilt By Callanish Standing Stones Circle On History Visit To Lewis Scotland

Tour Scotland very short 4K travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a Kilt and and Sporran and walking by Callanish Standing Stones Circle on Spring equinox ancestry, history visit to Isle Of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides, Britain, United Kingdom. The Callanish Stones, or Clachan Chalanais or Tursachan Chalanais in Scottish Gaelic, are an arrangement of standing stones placed in a cruciform pattern with a central stone circle. They were erected in the late Neolithic era, and were a focus for ritual activity during the Bronze Age. They are near the village of Callanish, Gaelic: Calanais, on the west coast of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides. According to one tradition, the Callanish Stones were petrified giants who would not convert to Christianity. In the 17th century the people of Lewis were calling the stones fir bhrèige, meaning false men. Another legend is that early on midsummer morning an entity known as the " Shining One " walks the length of the avenue, his coming heralded by the call of the cuckoo. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. The date for astronomical spring is 20th March, ending on Tuesday 21st June All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Scotsman Walking Wearing Kilt On Neist Point Headland On Spring History Visit To Skye Scotland

Tour Scotland very short 4K travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a Kilt and and Sporran and walking on cliffs by the lighthouse on Neist Point Headland on Spring equinox ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to coast of Isle Of Skye Inner Hebrides, Britain, United Kingdom. The lighthouse was built in 1909 by David A. Stevenson, a member of the renowned family of Scottish lighthouse engineers. Its primary function was to guide ships safely past the hazardous coastline and strong currents of Skye. For decades, the lighthouse was manned by keepers who maintained the light and foghorn. Neist Point is a famous headland and the most westerly point on the island and offers stunning cliff scenery, views of the Outer Hebrides, and opportunities for wildlife viewing, especially minke whales in summer. The car journey to Neist Point involves a single track road and can be a bit of an adventure. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. The date for astronomical spring is 20th March, ending on Tuesday 21st June All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Road Road Trip Drive With Bagpipes Music On History Visit To Milnathort Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland 4K late Winter travel video of a road trip drive, with Scottish music, East on the A91 road on ancestry, genealogy, family history visit to the town of Milnathort situated at the foot of the Ochil Hills a mile North of Kinross, in the parish of Orwell, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. In the Nineteenth Century woollen and spinning mills were established to the south of the village centre on the North Queich, a development that resulted in the settlement extending southwards. Situated at a crossroads, the form of the settlement is closely linked to the development of turnpike roads in the early 19th century. Professor David Hepburn was born in Milnathort in 1859 and attended Brand’s School in the town. He was a Scottish physician and anatomist. He served as President of the Anatomical Society from 1916 to 1918, His final years in Edinburgh were spent at 11 Glenorchy Terrace in the south side of the city. He died on 9 March 1931. The poet Walter Chalmers Smith was Free Church minister here from 1853 to 1858 and poet James Logie Robertson was born here in 1846. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. When driving on Scottish roads in Scotland slow down and enjoy the trip. By the meteorological calendar, the first day of Winter is always 1st December in Scotland; ending on 28th of February. Officially, the Scottish winter runs from the 21st of December through to the 20th March All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Grey Squirrel On Winter Friday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Winter Friday wildlife nature camera travel video of the sight and sounds of a bushy tailed Grey Squirrel spotted eating peanuts on morning visit and trip to my Scottish cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. While they are known for their agility and resourcefulness in finding food, providing them with supplementary nourishment can offer an exciting opportunity for observation and interaction. As its name suggests, this squirrel typically has a grey coat with white undersides, though the coat colour can also be quite brown at times. Grey squirrels are mainly herbivorous, eating acorns, hazel nuts, berries, fungi, buds and shoots, and even bark. The grey squirrel was introduced to Great Britain in the middle of the 19th century. There is now an estimated population of 2 million making them much more common than the native red squirrel. They arrived in England from North America and are now one of Britain's most well known and frequently seen mammals, with an estimated population of 2 million. It is a myth that grey squirrels chase red squirrels away. Greys are just more adaptable to new surroundings. Being in nature, or even viewing scenes of nature, reduces anger, fear, and stress and increases pleasant feelings. Exposure to nature not only makes you feel better emotionally, it contributes to your physical wellbeing. Feeding grey squirrels provides a wonderful opportunity for observing their behaviours up close. You might witness their playful antics, social interactions, and even their impressive agility while navigating your garden. While squirrels may become accustomed to your presence, it's essential to remember that they are wild animals. Maintain a respectful distance, and never attempt to handle or approach them closely . Feeding grey squirrels in your garden can offer a unique connection to nature, fostering a sense of appreciation for the wildlife that coexists alongside us. By providing suitable and healthy food options, you can contribute to their well-being while enjoying the delightful charm these creatures bring to your outdoor space. By the meteorological calendar, the first day of Winter is always 1st December in Scotland; ending on 28th of February. Officially, the Scottish winter runs from the 21st of December through to the 20th Marc All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Female Blackbird On Winter Friday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland very short 4K Winter Friday wildlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of a dark brown female Blackbird spotted eating on morning visit and trip to my Scottish cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. Female and juvenile blackbirds have a mainly dark brown plumage. This widespread bird is a common visitor to United Kingdom gardens, and has adapted well to suburban areas, it’s often possible to get quite close. It can also be found in woodland and grassland areas, but you’re much less likely to see it on areas of higher ground and in some parts of Scotland, Common and widespread across Britain, the blackbird population is currently stable, although it has seen periods of decline in the past. One of the biggest threats is lack of food availability, particularly when the weather is dry. Leaving mealworms and ground feeder mix out on bird tables and planting bushes that attract caterpillars to your garden are great ways to help blackbirds. If you were to believe various myths and folktales, you’d find this solitary, territorial bird to be imbued with evil and supernatural powers. Welsh poet R. S. Thomas observed that there was “ a suggestion of dark Places ” about the blackbird that was at odds with its beautiful song. In the story of the life of Saint Benedict, the Devil was said to have come to tempt the saint in the form of a blackbird. The English nursery rhyme “ Sing a Song of Sixpence ” involves blackbirds “ baked in a pie ” which reanimate and sing when the pie is opened. Being in nature, or even viewing scenes of nature, reduces anger, fear, and stress and increases pleasant feelings. Exposure to nature not only makes you feel better emotionally, it contributes to your physical wellbeing. Being in nature, or even viewing scenes of nature, reduces anger, fear, and stress and increases pleasant feelings. By the meteorological calendar, the first day of Winter is always 1st December in Scotland; ending on 28th of February. Officially, the Scottish winter runs from the 21st of December through to the 20th March All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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