Off to the bonny land

Just watched the News Rob, and the overnight forecast is gale force winds and rain, Steady as she goes captain!!!! I never known a night like it:goodluck:
 
Robmac said:
I would always recommend Applecross, but it's an interesting journey over the pass at this time of year. We always stop off at a small site just outside Aviemore (Rothiemurchus), it's a beautiful little site, with excellent facilities and brilliant walks into the Lairig Ghru, gives us a chance to top up with water, empty cassette etc.
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I've stayed there too, lovely little site. Whilst walking from there last year (in knee deep snow) we found a great spot for wilding, with amazing views of the Cairngorms. Once we've tried it out I'll post it on here.
Good luck with the wind, looks like it should be better next weekend.
 
runnach said:
A cut and paste from local rag, which outlines what can happen when a vehicle driver ignore warning signs.

"The Forth Road Bridge reopened to cars only at around 7.25am after it was closed when a van overturned in the high winds at around 12.40am this morning.

The bridge had been open to cars only at the time, however a van whose driver had ignored this restriction was overturned by the wind just before the bridge closed completely.


Barry Colford, Chief Engineer and Bridgemaster, said: “This driver put himself and other bridge users at great risk by attempting to drive a wind-susceptible vehicle across the bridge in such conditions.


“Incredibly there were no casualties, however the driver has now been charged by Police Scotland.


“I would like to thank bridge users for their patience and understanding.



All travellers are advised to check weather and traffic reports before travelling and to plan accordingly.


There have been reports of fallen trees across the Lothians and police are urging motorists to take care on the roads.


The ferocious gales have been stirred up by an extra-powerful jet stream triggered by plunging temperatures in the United States hitting warmer air in the south.

The wild winds – which reached more than 90 miles per hour at Blackford Hill and at the Forth Road Bridge – were expected to ease today but forecasters warned that more bad weather will follow over the weekend."
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What a dope BBC News - Scotland storms: High winds batter lorry on Forth Road Bridge
 
Take care,sleet and snow forecast for the week ahead.Just been watching Winter Road Rescue on Ch 5
 
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runnach said:
A cut and paste from local rag, which outlines what can happen when a vehicle driver ignore warning signs.

"The Forth Road Bridge reopened to cars only at around 7.25am after it was closed when a van overturned in the high winds at around 12.40am this morning.

The bridge had been open to cars only at the time, however a van whose driver had ignored this restriction was overturned by the wind just before the bridge closed completely.


Barry Colford, Chief Engineer and Bridgemaster, said: “This driver put himself and other bridge users at great risk by attempting to drive a wind-susceptible vehicle across the bridge in such conditions.


“Incredibly there were no casualties, however the driver has now been charged by Police Scotland.


“I would like to thank bridge users for their patience and understanding.



All travellers are advised to check weather and traffic reports before travelling and to plan accordingly.


There have been reports of fallen trees across the Lothians and police are urging motorists to take care on the roads.


The ferocious gales have been stirred up by an extra-powerful jet stream triggered by plunging temperatures in the United States hitting warmer air in the south.

The wild winds – which reached more than 90 miles per hour at Blackford Hill and at the Forth Road Bridge – were expected to ease today but forecasters warned that more bad weather will follow over the weekend."
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The same thing has happened on the A19 flyover on Teesside on numerous occasions.
Signs will state no high sided vehicles only cars, hgv's, vans etc, etc keep using it and the authorities then have to close it to everyone due to these inconsiderate drivers.
 
runnach said:
When the tolls were done away with, this also did away with having those in the booths able to monitor and report the idiots to the police.
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Not sure but is ignoring signs stating no high sided vehicles etc an offence or are they advisory ? If an offence the police should stop and prosecute drivers ignoring the signage. I'm sure the word would soon get round the HGV community etc and they would then not do it.
 
Well, stayed overnight at Scotch corner on Thursday, got buffeted a bit, but no big deal. Set off for Glencoe, but on arrival, decided the driving rain was a bit too much, so decided to press on to Applecross.
The drive was fine until we got north of Fort Bill, after that some of the roads looked a bit like a bombsite. Lochcarron was very dark (no power) which was quite weird.
We then drove over the Bealloch, which we assumed would be ok as it had been reopened that afternoon, big mistake!

We struggled over the pass, in sleet, snow, and 100 mph gusts, barely making headway in first gear in places, but after an hour finally made it to the inn, which was also without power. I parked the van and retired to the pub. After a few beers, I slunk back to the van and fell asleep. Next thing I knew, Julie was waking me with the immortal words "are we enjoying ourselves yet??"

The van was heeling over severely, taking the wind beam on, so I had to get up and turn it face on to the wind, it was 3 o clock in the morning and we were knackered, and awake for the rest of the night.

I got into the pub at midday to soothe myself, but power didn't come back until about. 3. I am now suitably relaxed.

With the snow and wind, I am hoping to get stranded here for a couple of months or so, with a brief escape for the Scottish meet, we shall see.

laters!
 
Hi rob,hope you guys stay safe,I've just pmd you b4 I saw this post .bn thinking on you guys yest n the day when watching the weather reports.glad you've stayed ok so far,
Good luck and hope to see you next weekend mate
Regards Gordon
 
I'm chuckling at that post buddy, well done for the stamina lol, stay safe and see you next Friday night
 
Robmac said:
Well, stayed overnight at Scotch corner on Thursday, got buffeted a bit, but no big deal. Set off for Glencoe, but on arrival, decided the driving rain was a bit too much, so decided to press on to Applecross.
The drive was fine until we got north of Fort Bill, after that some of the roads looked a bit like a bombsite. Lochcarron was very dark (no power) which was quite weird.
We then drove over the Bealloch, which we assumed would be ok as it had been reopened that afternoon, big mistake!

We struggled over the pass, in sleet, snow, and 100 mph gusts, barely making headway in first gear in places, but after an hour finally made it to the inn, which was also without power. I parked the van and retired to the pub. After a few beers, I slunk back to the van and fell asleep. Next thing I knew, Julie was waking me with the immortal words "are we enjoying ourselves yet??"

The van was heeling over severely, taking the wind beam on, so I had to get up and turn it face on to the wind, it was 3 o clock in the morning and we were knackered, and awake for the rest of the night.

I got into the pub at midday to soothe myself, but power didn't come back until about. 3. I am now suitably relaxed.

With the snow and wind, I am hoping to get stranded here for a couple of months or so, with a brief escape for the Scottish meet, we shall see.

laters!
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Exactly where are / did you park up in Applecross ? Up there next week all being well.
 
Obanboy666 said:
Exactly where are / did you park up in Applecross ? Up there next week all being well.
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You're fine to park opposite the pub, but with the severity of the gale, we parked in the car park about 200 yards away, there are toilets there as well, open 24 hours, sign says 'no caravans' so not too worried, and I would say it is probably the most unchecked car park in the UK!
 
Robmac said:
You're fine to park opposite the pub, but with the severity of the gale, we parked in the car park about 200 yards away, there are toilets there as well, open 24 hours, sign says 'no caravans' so not too worried, and I would say it is probably the most unchecked car park in the UK!
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Many thanks, parked up for the day in that carpark when i last visited Applecross.

May use it to overnight in next week.
 
Obanboy,hi just wondered if you were staying up this way next weekend as were meeting at St.andrews and would be great if you could join us in our get together?
Regards gordon
 
The laird said:
Obanboy,hi just wondered if you were staying up this way next weekend as were meeting at St.andrews and would be great if you could join us in our get together?
Regards gordon
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Yes, I'm off up the West coast next Tues / Wed. Would have loved to attend the meet as I have never been to one but unfortunately I'm visiting friends on Syke and we have made arrangements for next Friday / Saturday then I will be travelling home on Sunday.
Hopefully I will be able to attend another meet in the future, they sound great fun and it will be nice to put put faces to names.
 
Robmac said:
Well, stayed overnight at Scotch corner on Thursday, got buffeted a bit, but no big deal. Set off for Glencoe, but on arrival, decided the driving rain was a bit too much, so decided to press on to Applecross.
The drive was fine until we got north of Fort Bill, after that some of the roads looked a bit like a bombsite. Lochcarron was very dark (no power) which was quite weird.
We then drove over the Bealloch, which we assumed would be ok as it had been reopened that afternoon, big mistake!

We struggled over the pass, in sleet, snow, and 100 mph gusts, barely making headway in first gear in places, but after an hour finally made it to the inn, which was also without power. I parked the van and retired to the pub. After a few beers, I slunk back to the van and fell asleep. Next thing I knew, Julie was waking me with the immortal words "are we enjoying ourselves yet??"

The van was heeling over severely, taking the wind beam on, so I had to get up and turn it face on to the wind, it was 3 o clock in the morning and we were knackered, and awake for the rest of the night.

I got into the pub at midday to soothe myself, but power didn't come back until about. 3. I am now suitably relaxed.

With the snow and wind, I am hoping to get stranded here for a couple of months or so, with a brief escape for the Scottish meet, we shall see.

laters!
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I was looking at the pictures of an overturned van on the news!!! Very pleased that you are both safe, sound and in the pub :)

Richard
 
Blowing again tonight, although not as bad as Friday. I've persuaded Julie that we need to stay another night or so as the food and beer is excellent!
Walked the hound at Sand Bay today, and saw magnificent Stags, real MOTG stuff,

Once again, suitably soothed!
 
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