High summer @ John O'Groats

Lighthouse at Duncansby Head.

Today it is unmanned and runs automatically

Staying for five nights at the Natural Retreats at John O'Groats.The wet and windy weather during from mid-morning through to early afternoon illustrated the potential harshness of the climate up here even during summer. Despite the weather we ventured up to Duncansby Head for a short walk. Duncansby Head is the most north easterly point of mainland Scotland.   

Plaque showing the Pentland Firth between 

Duncansby Head and the Orkneys.

The Pentland Firth is a busy but potentially dangerous 

channel between the Atlantic and the North Sea

Looking westwards towards John O'Groats 

There are fine views across from Duncansby Head 

across to the Orkneys

(above and below)

Signpost to the Stacks

The Stacks of Duncansby

2013 Scottish Jaunt: a revitalised John O'Groats

 The restored John O'Groats Hotel

Enjoying the luxury of a Natural Retreats self-catering residence right at the end of the road at John O'Groats. The old hotel which was very run-down and falling into decay has been beautifully restored and self-catering units developed. Very well appointed and equipped with amazing views over the Pentland Firth to Stroma and Orkney – enhanced by the glorious sunsets we've had so far.

 Glorious sunset at John O'Groats (above and below)

 Our hut@John O'Groats

The huts have been carefully sited and spaced out