Scotsman Walking Wearing Kilt By Cape Wrath On History Visit To Sutherland Highlands Scotland

Tour Scotland very short 4K Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a Kilt and Sporran and walking by cliffs during storm waves on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to the coast of Cape Wrath on North West Coast of the Sutherland Highlands, Britain, United Kingdom. Cape Wrath, Scottish Gaelic: Am Parbh, is a cape in the Durness parish and is the most north westerly point in Great Britain. The name Cape Wrath is derived from Old Norse hvarf " turning point ", accordingly, wrath is pronounced as in cat. Vikings are believed to have used the cape as a navigation point where they would turn their ships. Cape Wrath was once the home of a series of small crofting communities, although by 1845 the only families remaining on the Parph were those of shepherds. In the 1930s it supported a population of 30 to 40 people, including a small side school at Achiemore which had up to ten pupils in the 1930s but closed in 1947. On 27 September 1915, while sailing for Scapa Flow, the ship HMS Caribbean, known as RMS Dunottar Castle before being requisitioned for wartime service, foundered off Cape Wrath in bad weather. A tow by HMS Birkenhead was unsuccessful, and 15 died. The sea cliffs around the cape are composed of Torridonian sandstone and Lewisian gneiss. Clan Sutherland, also known as the House of Sutherland, is one of the most powerful Highland Scottish clans, traditionally holding territory in the shire of Sutherland in the far north of Scotland. Derived from the Old Norse Sudrland, meaning southern land relative to Orkney and Caithness. 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. Meteorological Autumn or Fall is different from standard and astronomical Autumn and begins September 1 and ends November 30 All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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

Tour Scotland 4K Autumn Friday wildlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of a bushy tailed Grey Squirrel spotted hanging upside down and eating on morning visit and trip to my Scottish cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. While Squirrels 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. Meteorological Autumn or Fall is different from standard and astronomical Autumn and begins September 1 and ends November 30 All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Magpie Birds On Autumn Friday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Autumn Friday wildlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of beautiful, sociable, black and white Magpie Birds spotted eating on morning visit and trip to my Scottish cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. The magpie bird is one of our most familiar birds and the source of much myth and legend: '" ne for sorrow, two for a joy "is a rhyme that many children learn. Magpies are, in fact, small crows, and are omnivorous, feeding on carrion, invertebrates, and chicks and eggs. They are sociable birds and are often seen in small groups across many habitats, from gardens to parks, and heaths to hedges. The magpie is an unmistakeable long tailed bird. It is mainly black, with a white belly and white patches on the shoulders and wings. Folklore surrounds the magpie: from providing good luck when greeted, to being in league with the Devil, its ubiquitous presence has provided plenty of opportunities for stories. Many surround religion, including the belief that it didn't mourn with all the other birds at Christ's crucifixion, and that it refused to enter Noah's Ark, preferring to stay on the roof and swear for the whole journey. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. 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. Meteorological Autumn or Fall is different from standard and astronomical Autumn and begins September 1 and ends November 30 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 Toe Headland On History Visit To Isle Of Harris Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and sporran and walking on cliffs by Rubh' an Teampuill on Toe Headland on stormy ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip the coast of South Harris, Outer Hebrides, Britain, United Kingdom. Perched prominently on the headland lie the ruins of a medieval chapel built around the 15th or 16th century. For centuries, South Harris was the stronghold of the MacLeods of Harris and Dunvegan. The clan chiefs managed the island's resources and fiercely guarded their territory from rival clans. The late 18th and 19th centuries brought profound hardship through the Highland Clearances. Clan chiefs transformed into commercial landlords, forcibly displacing thousands of local residents from the fertile, grassy machair of the west coast to make room for profitable large-scale sheep farming. The evicted families were pushed onto the harsh, rocky, and barren eastern fringe, the Bays of Harris. To survive, these communities turned to crofting and built intricate seaweed-fertilised lazy beds directly into the rock. For a long time, these eastern hamlets were only reachable by sea. 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. Meteorological Autumn or Fall is different from standard and astronomical Autumn and begins September 1 and ends November 30 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 Scarp Island On History Visit To Isle Of Harris Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and sporran and walking on cliffs on the coast Scarp Island on stormy ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip the coast of the Outer Hebrides, Britain, United Kingdom. Scottish Gaelic: An Sgarp it is a rugged, now uninhabited island and headland located just half a mile off the northwest coast of Hushinish on the Isle of Harris. Scarp was permanently settled by eight farming families in 1810. The population expanded dramatically in 1823 following the Highland Clearances on the Harris mainland, as displaced families sought refuge on the island's marginal lands. The island’s population peaked at 213 residents in 1881. Life was precariously balanced; residents survived on a basic crofting and fishing economy, raising sheep and cattle, growing potatoes, cabbages, and oats, and catching lobster to sell to London markets. Because Scarp lacked an all weather harbour, it was frequently cut off from the mainland by ferocious Atlantic tides, waves and currents. Scarp was one of several Scottish islands, including St Kilda and Handa, where all the men of the island would gather every morning in a so-called " parliament ", to agree the work to be done on that day. Such meetings would sometimes last for many hours, and on these occasions no work would be done, except by the women of the island. Scarp was the site of an experiment by German inventor Gerhard Zucker to deliver the island's post by rocket mail. In July 1934 Zucker made two unsuccessful attempts at firing rocket mail between Scarp and Harris. 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. Meteorological Autumn or Fall is different from standard and astronomical Autumn and begins September 1 and ends November 30 All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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