I Travelled to Scotland's Highest Village

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    Let’s travel together to Scotland’s highest village. To many people’s surprise, Scotland’s highest village is NOT located in the Scottish Highlands. Located in southern Scotland in an area called Dumfries and Galloway, this part of Scotland is often overlooked as visitors make their way to more well-known places like Edinburgh or the Isle of Skye.
    There are many things to do in Dumfries and Galloway in the Scottish lowlands, it’s home to the Southern Upland Way and the towns of Wanlockhead and Leadhills, Scotlands highest and second highest villages. I hope this travel guide video will inspire you pay south west Scotland a visit sometime.
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  • @markmillward9733
    @markmillward9733 3 місяці тому +6

    Once i start watching 1 of your videos i can't turn away.

  • @trig6712
    @trig6712 Рік тому +26

    Many Thanks,,, I was Born in Leadhills in 1941. I have lived in Dumfries now for 79 years .. My Grandfather worked in the mines and also on the railway .. all vegetables are polluted by lead as Lead smelting was done outside for well over 200 years. no one was told about it until 1960's when a survey was done it showed lead pollution 116% above maximum level ..

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +6

      Thank you for sharing about the lead in the soil, I was very curious about it. It's amazing to see the mines and where your grandfather would have worked

    • @garrymcginley2841
      @garrymcginley2841 Рік тому +3

      That might be the reason John Taylor lived 'til he was 137 😅

    • @neilanderson841
      @neilanderson841 10 місяців тому +3

      @@ruthaisling come on Ruth. In Scotland we have burns not streams!!.👍. Wanlockhead & leadhills are definitely villages not towns. LOL

    • @gingerfellah5665
      @gingerfellah5665 2 місяці тому +2

      @@neilanderson841I think she is self editing for Japanese people, I’ve noticed this in many of her videos. I like her videos but as a fellow Scot I find it strange that pronounces things in a non Scottish way.

    • @puppy2haley
      @puppy2haley 10 днів тому

      @@gingerfellah5665 I think we can give her a break considering she’s lived in Japan, Australia, and several other countries. Living in Japan for 12 years I have a feeling she might have a very minimal change of Scottish accent, but I pick up her accent very well. Some people.🤣

  • @Chambers101
    @Chambers101 Рік тому +6

    My mum had some friends who moved to Leadhills in the 90's to open up a cafe.. a good number of weekends were spent up there & in Wanlockhead.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому

      That's a nice place for a cafe, is the cafe still open?

  • @MeTheRob
    @MeTheRob 10 місяців тому +4

    I live in Wanlockhead ! been here for 18 years now. Quite a change from London, where I stayed before.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  9 місяців тому +1

      What a lovely place to live!

  • @user-hg2si8hk9y
    @user-hg2si8hk9y 27 днів тому +1

    Wanlockhead & Leadhills are 40 minutes away from my hometown 💙 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @michelbackus
    @michelbackus 6 місяців тому +4

    Sccotland is far more beautiful than I ever expected!!

  • @jsfaulds
    @jsfaulds 11 місяців тому +4

    You're as they say in Scotland a breath of fresh air

  • @thewilsons5036
    @thewilsons5036 2 місяці тому +2

    Great video, I’m a local lassie, there’s still a problem with lead in the soil and something I find interesting is the wild black rabbits you can see in spring and summer around the hills of leadhills ❤ that’s when spring has sprung for me, when I see my 1st black bunny 🖤

  • @zapfanzapfan
    @zapfanzapfan Рік тому +5

    Cattle grids exist in Sweden (called "färist") but I can't recall ever driving over one on a public road. Hiking trails and bike paths have them though and maybe some farmers have them on their private roads/tractor trails.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +1

      That's interesting, thanks for sharing!

    • @ModLil6520
      @ModLil6520 Місяць тому +1

      We have them in Western North Carolina in the US, and they have cattle grids on the Biltmore Estate as well. Many Scotch Irish settled here in the Appalachians. I enjoy your videos! So restful and your kind and gentle nature shows through!

  • @nicholson392005
    @nicholson392005 Рік тому +6

    I have lived in Scotland for about 15 years and never thought of the South being higher than the Highlands.....maybe you should become a tour guide for lesser known places in Scotland

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +3

      I was also surprised when I found out! I love visiting lesser known places so I'll try and share lots here on this channel

  • @JohnSmith-uy7sv
    @JohnSmith-uy7sv Рік тому +5

    You should be working for a major company like the Discovery channel. You make very informative interesting documentaries. This was great. Why didn't you video yourself petting the sheep? They won't hurt you. It would have been nice. thanks again. 🥰🥰

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +2

      Haha that’s so kind, thank you! The sheep tend to run away from me, I must look scary! 😂

    • @JohnSmith-uy7sv
      @JohnSmith-uy7sv Рік тому +1

      @@ruthaisling The next time, sit on the ground so you are not intimidating. They can't hurt you. Some smaller animals get intimidated with taller things. I would love to play with sheep as I did Goats growing up and horses. Thanks again. 🙂

    • @frednorman1
      @frednorman1 Рік тому +2

      No, don’t work for a major channel like The Discovery Channel, the beauty of these UA-cam videos is they are so intimate… I assume you do your own drone shots?

    • @JohnSmith-uy7sv
      @JohnSmith-uy7sv Рік тому

      @@frednorman1 Yes, keep making little money from youtube when you can be very wealthy the way you do these. If you have the skills, then use them. It is your gift. Not many are good like you. Of course she does her own drone shots. Do you see anyone living or traveling with her??? NOPE!

    • @JohnSmith-uy7sv
      @JohnSmith-uy7sv Рік тому +1

      @@ruthaisling Then again, maybe they don't like the color ..."RED"!!! 😁 Bulls don't like it. Maybe sheep too. 🤣

  • @julesdymond8728
    @julesdymond8728 Місяць тому

    Hi Ruth. You are a ray of sunshine and always have a smile on your face 😊 it's amazing that the gentleman lived for 137 years 😮 if I've got that, right? The sign in the pub about not getting out sober made me chuckle 😆 very interesting 😊 Thank you, Ruth 😊

  • @raydavis6979
    @raydavis6979 Рік тому +4

    In Texas, we call them “cattle guards.” We also have large areas where there are no fences and the cattle roam. Most areas, however, are fenced.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +3

      Cattle guards, that's interesting, it's the first time I've heard that! Thanks for sharing

  • @lorrainesherred6458
    @lorrainesherred6458 22 дні тому

    My grandmother went to school there. You were standing where my great grandfather died. He was riding his bike coming home from visiting his daughter. A storm started and he was found the next day “prone and quite dead” it was right at the cattle greats. My cousin and I travelled there. Margaret and the rest of the staff went out of their way to help us. Thanks the memories

  • @paulpayton8238
    @paulpayton8238 11 місяців тому +5

    Thanks for sharing Ruth I only know the Scottish Borders a little 😀 very interesting your a grand bonnie lassie xx 😘

  • @mikehopkins1055
    @mikehopkins1055 26 днів тому +1

    Thank you so much for your fantastic videos Ruth. We want to visit Scotland next year and these videos have been so helpful to decide where to go. Mike.

  • @husbilssnack8478
    @husbilssnack8478 10 місяців тому +2

    In Sweden there are many cattle grids and they are called "färist". Most Swedes have seen them, but many do not know what they are called.

  • @happysporran
    @happysporran Рік тому +6

    Thanks Ruth. The borders are often overlooked. I hope you bring lots more videos from you local area...it looks perfect for cycle touring.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +2

      There is some fab cycling, the roads are very quiet!

  • @TravelSoGood
    @TravelSoGood Рік тому +6

    It looks beautiful. Scotland is such an amazing country to visit. I've been several times and have enjoyed it every time.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +1

      I'm so glad you enjoyed your trips to Scotland!

  • @hillsmanjackson6318
    @hillsmanjackson6318 2 місяці тому

    In Texas, cattle grids are called cattle guards. I now live in Dallas and I am sure they can be found in the more rural country roads but in the Hill Country where I grew up, a lot of the country roads had them. Love your videos and am now planning a retirement trip, summer 2025 to Speyside for Scotch and fly fishing. Will spend a few nights in the Highlander.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 місяці тому

      That’s great you’re travelling to Speyside. I hope you have a wonderful trip!!

  • @90-minutebookvideo77
    @90-minutebookvideo77 3 дні тому

    I always enjoy watching your videos .. thank you for the work you put into them.

  • @timsands7288
    @timsands7288 Рік тому +3

    Also the highest golf course in Scotland!

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому

      Is it?! Can't believe I missed that!

  • @David_Ellison_Photography
    @David_Ellison_Photography 2 місяці тому

    On my way back home from Durness, I thought I would explore the mines and quarries around Leadhill before popping across to Well Lane in Moffat to get my Haggis supply. A bit confusing that Leadhill Mine Museum is in the next village but they were both worth visiting and both villages have character. Didn't know about the Wanlockhead Inn until I watched this video - will try that on my next visit. I was amazed at the size Mennock Pass - I didn't expect that south of the Highlands! Love your presentations - always happy and smiling (even when seasick :) )

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 місяці тому +1

      I’m so glad you enjoy the videos!

  • @user-nu5xs8cj5t
    @user-nu5xs8cj5t Рік тому +5

    One Rock Head, a townscape that feels like you've gone back in time on a time machice. The town I want to visit, One Rock Head, has been input into my heart, thank you Ruth-san.
    タイムマシーンに乗って昔に戻ったような町並みワンロックヘッド, 時が止まったかのような静けさ、素晴らしいですね、羊の放し飼いしてると言うことはスコットランド名物料理のハギス発祥の土地かな?行きたい町ワンロックヘッド、私の心にインプットされました、ありがとうルースさん🤗

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +1

      I'm glad you enjoyed the video about Wanlockhead! Thank you for watching and I hope you can visit someday!

  • @SaizouManjigatame
    @SaizouManjigatame Рік тому +4

    ものすごく美しい世界だ😲🌏
    ルースさんの故郷、素晴らしいですね✨
    こういう山々の中の自然豊かな所で暮らしたいです🏔️
    今日も素敵な景色をありがとうございます😊

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +1

      山の景色を気に入っていただけてうれしいです。日本にも美しい山がたくさんある!

  • @fr57ujf
    @fr57ujf 4 місяці тому +1

    I love the fact that you named your van.

  • @CampervanEcosse
    @CampervanEcosse 16 днів тому

    Thanks Ruth. Another place to add to my list.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  16 днів тому

      Definitely add it to your list!

  • @gdavew63
    @gdavew63 11 місяців тому +1

    I stumbled across this video and am glad I did. This is a part of Scotland I didn’t know about until now. There is so much beauty and history to learn and see. I’m in Tennessee, I may have seen cattle grid at the end of a farm house driveway, but never on a road…

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  11 місяців тому +2

      Many people tend to miss the whole area of Scotland south of Glasgow. It's where I grew up and there is lots to see, I'll share more in future videos!

  • @eddiehauraki6272
    @eddiehauraki6272 10 місяців тому +1

    I've never really thought about visiting Scotland until I came across your videos. I really enjoy them keep it up.👍👍

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  10 місяців тому

      Thanks Eddie, please visit Scotland sometime!

  • @rupertbare2023
    @rupertbare2023 Рік тому +4

    We have cattle grids in Western Canada, where they are signposted as 'Texas gates'. I wonder what they are called in Texas? 'Canada gates' perhaps? 🇨🇦

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +2

      That's interesting to know!! Haha, yes they must be 😂

    • @jem1282
      @jem1282 10 місяців тому +1

      😂 In Spain Cattle grids are called "pasos canadienses" , you Can even find it at Wikipedia. My English is basic but I think it can Be translated as Canadian Passages 😊

  • @twotriumphs7398
    @twotriumphs7398 2 місяці тому

    Where I live in wales we have a town called llandudno and on the mountain there lives a heard of goats that was presented to queen victoria and left to live on the mountain ,during lock down they came down into the town and have never left .

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 місяці тому +1

      Resident goats 😆 🐐

  • @wata5951
    @wata5951 Рік тому +2

    In Scotland, there was an image of a wide mausoleum, but there is a town at an altitude of more than 400 metres, I think it's a wonderful place.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +1

      It was a great place to go on a road trip

  • @phillloyd5233
    @phillloyd5233 Рік тому +1

    I think we are following you around Ruth! We were at Muckleflugga recently, as were you, and next week we go to Dumfries and Galloway for 8 days, so will pay a visit to Scotlands highest village. Great minds think alike, eh? 😂😂

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +1

      Great minds definitely think alike! Where else do you plan to visit in Dumfries and Galloway?

    • @phillloyd5233
      @phillloyd5233 Рік тому

      We are staying near Newton Stewart. Not been to the area before, so want to fit in as much as possible, but Mull of Galloway is on the list and the Forest Drive is it? 😊

  • @ryudokuroma8184
    @ryudokuroma8184 Рік тому +2

    The rounded hills and mountains without corners are mysterious. Even when it is cloudy, there is a sense of transparency, similar to the transparency of the highlands of Shinshu, such as Kamikochi and Kobuchizawa in Japan. The idyllic scenery is refreshing, and the nature is so precious that it makes me want to live here when I retire. I heard that there is a valley in Scotland called "Coogburn Valley,(日本読みでクーグバーン渓谷?)" which also has a spectacular view.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +1

      I'm glad you like the Scottish scenery. I still haven't made it to Kamikochi, I once travelled to the bottom of the ropeway but the weather forecast was so bad for that day that I decided not to go as I probably wouldn't have been able to see anything. Hopefully will get there someday! I will search about that valley you mentioned, thanks for sharing!

  • @marypost2353
    @marypost2353 Рік тому +5

    This was such an interesting video! Love learning about the history! So scenic! Thank you for the tour Ruth!❤

  • @ks8452
    @ks8452 4 місяці тому +1

    Thanks to your videos my bucket list is growing. Safe travels, Ruth!

  • @sheilajoseph9953
    @sheilajoseph9953 Рік тому +3

    Beautiful scenery, quaint little town. Thankyou Ruth for all the info, looking forward to your next place to visit. 😊

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +2

      I'm glad you enjoyed it, next travel video will be on an island!

  • @stevebrown6665
    @stevebrown6665 Рік тому +1

    Visited there early on in the year
    You can also stay at the hotel in Leadhills in a campervan if you buy a meal, this being the highest hotel in Scotland too

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому

      That's great to know Steve! I did visit the highest hotel too but it was very busy and hard to film anything 😂

    • @stevebrown6665
      @stevebrown6665 Рік тому

      @@ruthaisling
      Definitely an underrated area and it’s beautiful around there
      Looking for to seeing more videos

  • @Micah276
    @Micah276 2 місяці тому

    Such an amazing place. Stayed here for a few days in the summer of 2017, and was amazed at just how quiet and peaceful this village is. Would love the opportunity to go back and visit again.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 місяці тому

      Couldn't agree more! It beautiful 😍

  • @nicholasr82
    @nicholasr82 9 місяців тому

    If that lead thing you spoke of is still the case then the animals that eat grass will be full of lead to I'd assume.
    Great video Ruth. Love watching them. Still catching up on your previous ones.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  9 місяців тому +1

      Yes I wonder about that too

  • @ceuler10
    @ceuler10 Місяць тому

    There are cattle grids in Switzerland

  • @Kitty_cat2001
    @Kitty_cat2001 Рік тому +1

    I come from Australia & because there’s a huge amount where there is either no or minimal population some of the farms/stations are thousands of kilometres in or hundreds of thousands kilometres in size & a way to keep the animals in are via 4:29 cattle grids.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +1

      Wow, that's hard to imagine farms being so big!!

  • @rascal1956
    @rascal1956 Рік тому +3

    Excellent video, very informative. That road through the hills looks beautiful. Definitely worth a visit.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +1

      If you get a chance, I definitely recommend a trip

  • @mollziki
    @mollziki Рік тому +1

    Thanks for highlighting this often overlooked area! I spend a lot of time working in south west Scotland and my time there has inspired me to try walking the SUW - when I can get enough time off!

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому

      Yes, it's a bit of an undertaking!

  • @GordonAndrews-q9h
    @GordonAndrews-q9h Місяць тому

    Hi Ruth. Loved the Campbeltown video. My first and now subscribed . Like you have travelled all over Scotland I seldom stray further. Couple of points (not complaining! ) but surprised you did not do Davaar Island? Lighthouse , cave painting, tidal access? Viewers would have loved it. I did find St Columbia footprints but last time I missed seafood restaurant maybe it’s new? Do I detect a wee bit of Galloway in your accent? Not from but I have lived in Newton Stewart for 25+ years. Best regards. Gordon Andrews

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Місяць тому

      Thanks for subscribing! I’ll probably be back in Campbeltown so thank you for the tips!

  • @johnallison7608
    @johnallison7608 11 місяців тому +1

    Great video Ruth. Despite living relatively close by, in Ayrshire, I've only visited Wanlockhead two times but a beuatiful, remote place. I'm surprised Scottish Tourist Board (STB) haven't recruited you!

  • @alannorman1773
    @alannorman1773 Рік тому +1

    Fascinating ❤. Often driven past the area but never visited. I must change that!! Thanks 🙏

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +1

      Dumfries and Galloway is definitely worth a visit!

  • @danwells3401
    @danwells3401 8 місяців тому

    Great video as always Ruth! Been gold panning in and around Wanlockhead many a time :)

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  8 місяців тому +1

      Did you find any gold?

    • @danwells3401
      @danwells3401 8 місяців тому

      @@ruthaisling yeah every time :)

  • @Annie4Always
    @Annie4Always Рік тому

    Amazing! This area of Scotland, around Wanlockhead & Leadhills, is one of the most lush, green & beautiful areas of Scotland I have ever seen.The landscape there reminds me a bit of Ireland! It is truly lovely! It also has a very interesting history there! Fascinating! Also, it was so cute seeing sheep just walking down the middle of the road in the Village as well! LOL.Only in Scotland!! The Village of Leadhills, with its cute wee train, is also lovely! The old Cemetery is very intriguing, especially containing the grave of John Taylor, living to the age of 137 years! Wow! I have never heard of anyone living to that ripe old age! He sure must have eaten a lot of porridge! LOL. Incredible! Lastly, the wee Pub at Wanlockhead was so charming & the food looked really delicious there! Aye lassie! Thank you for sharing another delightful Scottish adventure!

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  11 місяців тому

      Thank you for watching another video! I love reading your comments haha! I wonder if John Taylor did eat porridge 😂

    • @Annie4Always
      @Annie4Always 11 місяців тому

      @@ruthaisling My pleasure I'm sure! Thank you for your appreciation of my Comments & my humor. LOL. Blessings to you lass!

  • @TheAviator340
    @TheAviator340 8 місяців тому

    Looking great and beautiful. I definitely planning to visit this summer. Thanks for all information. Subscribed 👍

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  8 місяців тому

      Glad it was helpful, enjoy your trip!

  • @vgrof2315
    @vgrof2315 22 дні тому

    Thank you.

  • @ericbrun4251
    @ericbrun4251 Рік тому

    I have been in your beautiful country one month ago and i have to say i don’t regret any moment . The father of my son in low is english and he told me, you’ll see, you will want take a picture all the time. He was right. Fantastic sceneries, kind peoples and by any chance lovely weather. Every was perfect ( sorry for my english i’m french )

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому

      I'm very happy to hear you enjoyed your trip so much, please come back to Scotland again sometime

  • @carterlively5193
    @carterlively5193 2 місяці тому

    In Virginia they are called cattle guards and they are not as long. They are concrete with rounded tops.

  • @fredfeldt5329
    @fredfeldt5329 Місяць тому

    I absolutely love you. I wish I could travel with you in my own travel camper. You amaze me ❤❤❤

  • @AdDewaard-hu3xk
    @AdDewaard-hu3xk 10 місяців тому

    I will never get there now. So, thanks, vicariously.

  • @michaelhoran407
    @michaelhoran407 4 місяці тому +1

    Wanlockhead, Scotland’s highest village, looks great.

  • @johannesvanschalkwyk304
    @johannesvanschalkwyk304 2 місяці тому

    Yes, you find them in rural areas of South Africa.

  • @74quo
    @74quo 9 місяців тому

    I stop off in crawford and abington when heading north ruth.
    Lovely little villages with great scenery, especially when you have the snow👍😎

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  9 місяців тому +1

      I'll need to visit again in the snow!

  • @colinblack7049
    @colinblack7049 Рік тому +1

    Great video Ruth, the scenery down there is fantastic, I was in Moffat at the weekend then up to St.Mary's loch. Thanks for the comprehensive content, I must get down there for a wee trip on the train.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +1

      Hope you had a great trip. Did you have some Moffat toffee?

    • @colinblack7049
      @colinblack7049 Рік тому

      Hi Ruth, no, I didn't get any toffee, the weather was a wee bit unsettled so we just sat in our car and had a sandwich and a cuppa. The scouts were at St.Mary's loch so we did some people watching.

  • @MrGrizfromDidsbury
    @MrGrizfromDidsbury Рік тому

    Hi Ruth, we have been watching quite a few of your UA-cam videos lately and all of them are thoroughly enjoyable. You commented if anyone has undertaken the Southern Upland Way walk! A friend and I completed it in two stages, breaking it in Moffat. We didn't camp and walked from Portpatrick from accommodation to accommodation. I am more than happy to share the experience of the planning etc and everything else about the adventure. He hardly met anyone else on the walk (less than 10 people) and have still not met anyone else that has done it!! following this walk we did the Speyside way (including Tomintoul and Dufftown spurs) and Offer's Dyke. I am as I type this planning the Pennine way walk for this September/October.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому

      Thanks for sharing, I am so surprised you met less than 10 people on the walk, I didn't imagine it would be so quiet.If I ever do it, it would be very helpful to chat about it! Good luck for your next walk!

  • @seancobb8853
    @seancobb8853 6 місяців тому

    Ruth we do have catel grids

  • @OneStrokeTwin
    @OneStrokeTwin 4 місяці тому

    Hi Ruth, firstly I live your videos. Snow tyres in Scotland, yes many of my friends used to switch to snow tyres for the winter when I lived in Scotland, especially the guts who were keen skiers, typically these were a softer rubber compound which wears out quicker than normal but doesn't get as brittle bin the cold and this provides better grip, along with a more chunky treat pattern. As a boy from Keith I used to work at Strathisla distillery and travelled to many of the Speyside sites you've featured so now I live in Australia it's great to see my homeland and some of the places I used to work as well as this video in Tomintoul another area I know well because I used to visit the Lecht to ski often accessing it from both sides , when I stayed in Keith from the Tomintoul side and when I stayed in Banchory from the Deeside side. Not much opportunity for skiing here in Perth WA unless I fly over East or to Japan. I couldn't ski now anyway with a knee injury. Keep up the great work, I'm loving your content from Scotland and your Europe trips, again visiting places I've been in the past, great work. It's making me homesick but I enjoy hearing your accent and always learn something new watching you channel, thanks.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  3 місяці тому

      I I m so pleased you’re enjoying the channel in Australia and how interesting that you worked at Strathisla!!

    • @OneStrokeTwin
      @OneStrokeTwin 3 місяці тому

      @@ruthaisling
      I worked as a stock checker when I left school, travelling to all the warehouses operated by Chivas brothers including the large bonded warehouses in and around Keith and the on-site ones at various distilleries including Benriach and Longmorn, zhlenlivet, Glen Grant and Caperdonich, Brars of Glenlivet, etc.do we travelled quite a bit everyday to and from these distilleries, then I moved into a more administrative role based at Strathisla. Looking back they were great times but as I moved more into an IT role the options for more money working for Oil& Gas companies in Aberdeen was too good to resist at the time and that experience led me to Perth but I still miss the NE of Scotland and the Whisky industry, although at the time standing in a freeIng cold warehouse in the middle of winter I'd dream if being somewhere warm with beautiful beaches like here in Perth. I think I definitely have had the best of both worlds. Strathisla is a beautiful and iconic distillery and I worked with some real characters. I enjoyed a dram it twoas well but I can't drink at all now, I do miss the odd nip, Glenlivet was my favourite.

  • @lukekao8136
    @lukekao8136 Рік тому +1

    Lead Mining....hmmm? I see? Maybe that's where the lead came from for my clinic. Shrug. :)

    • @lukekao8136
      @lukekao8136 Рік тому +2

      I didn't know they do lead mining in Scotland. But, then again, I didn't know there was a really cute youtuber name, Ruth over there either. Shrug. :)

  • @simoncbroadley9577
    @simoncbroadley9577 10 місяців тому

    Ill be going on my next visit to Scotland , Thanks , X

  • @hamishbrooks6933
    @hamishbrooks6933 9 місяців тому

    Just beautiful thanks for your post

  • @keith800
    @keith800 11 місяців тому

    I think its nice when place's get overlooked as that way they do not get spoilt and keep there uniqueness , you missed the famous water powered Wanlockhead beam engine that pumped out water from the mines 😊,

  • @user-hf6ok2tj5h
    @user-hf6ok2tj5h 5 місяців тому

    How many times can you say "The Highest Village in Scotland" in a single episode? 😊 Seriously, it's good to see that Wanlockhead is also home to the highest pub in Scotland. And that you get overnight parking with facilities simply for enjoying a reasonably priced meal. What a deal!

  • @jem1282
    @jem1282 10 місяців тому

    Catlle grids are quite popular here in Asturias and probably all spain, but mostly (or always) in little roads that climb to mountain pastures where the cattle is drive at summer. Of course to our standars this village is pretty low but at that latitude the climate must be almost extreme.
    Your videos are great, i'm in love with scotland for so long and you are really nice, so: new subscriber here!

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  10 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching the videos!

  • @siw2275
    @siw2275 9 місяців тому

    Thank you for this interesting video. We always look for places away from the tourist routes when visiting Scotland. We put it on our list!

  • @stevestruthers6180
    @stevestruthers6180 9 місяців тому

    Cattle grids are common in the rural areas of the western Canadian provinces of British Columbia and Alberta.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  9 місяців тому

      Thanks for sharing about where you live!

  • @seancobb8853
    @seancobb8853 6 місяців тому +1

    Ruth your amazing

  • @denisebowes4715
    @denisebowes4715 10 місяців тому

    We came across your videos one night and have thoroughly enjoyed them. The first video we watched was your distillery visits. Love your presentations. You are so sweet. Love the way you are so excited with the natural vistas and animals. Truly hope you come across a real otter 😁. We do indeed have cattle grids. We live in Osoyoos , British Columbia, Canada.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  10 місяців тому

      Thank you for your nice comments and for watching the videos Denise!

  • @MicroCampers
    @MicroCampers 9 місяців тому

    Lovely video and I have saved the locations. I have a campervan and great to know the pub takes campervans.

  • @scottgorges3019
    @scottgorges3019 4 місяці тому

    Yes. I live in Kansas in the united States of America. We have cattle gates here also.

  • @mariomartin6437
    @mariomartin6437 2 місяці тому

    We have them everywhere in the USA

  • @brentkasl6510
    @brentkasl6510 17 днів тому

    Cattle guards in the Sandhills of Nebraska USA

  • @wingmanhoy3999
    @wingmanhoy3999 7 місяців тому

    Truly magnificent outstanding scenery, heritage and culture, looking forward to visiting, all the very best, health and happiness, thank you for what you do.

  • @davidhall2877
    @davidhall2877 Місяць тому

    That was an interesting one Ruth, I've never heard of it. I liked the sign "Nobody Gets Out Sober".
    Are you allowed to park overnight at the side of these remote country roads.

  • @ludi7083
    @ludi7083 2 місяці тому

    "Nobody gets out sober" 😀 Cheers from Austria, I love your videos! Ludi

  • @WILSHIRERN
    @WILSHIRERN Рік тому

    I’ve just moved to Biggar so if ya passing come for a brew love the vids been to warlock head and funny I wan to the castle yesterday loved it. 😂

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому

      That's a nice place to live. That's funny you went there yesterday! 😂

  • @tonysutton6559
    @tonysutton6559 Рік тому

    The pub's claims are misleading as it only actually opened 2003 and there was a higher pub in the village that closed in 1990s. However, it is now definitely that highest pub in Scotland and because of that I forced myself in to buy myself a pint. It seems odd that there are several pubs in England that are higher than the Wanlockhead Inn as Scotland has so many mountains.
    The museum and library were well a visit but the runnel tours weren't available when we went a few years ago. The kids wanted to have a go at panning for gold but were less keen when their hands turned blue because of the cold water. We also enjoyed our visit to Drumlanrig Castle and were the only people on the tour so we got really good service.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому

      It sounds like you did the exact same trip as I did in this video! I wonder where the previous highest pub was in the village...!

  • @laurencejohnson4106
    @laurencejohnson4106 Рік тому +1

    A drive to Tomintoul would make an interesting video and it fairly high too 1164 ft.

  • @craigwilliams4161
    @craigwilliams4161 Рік тому

    Ruth a great vlog. This is an area I enjoy visiting. My Mum and her family are from Moniaive. I have fond memories of visiting the area om summer holidays etc. There is a lot of history in the area and uch to see.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому

      Dumfries and Galloway is such a lovely area, it's a shame it's often overlooked!

  • @lukekao8136
    @lukekao8136 Рік тому +1

    I wonder who parked her cute red van next to the burger place? hmmm? heehee. Could it be the lovely "Ruth"? maybe? :)

    • @lukekao8136
      @lukekao8136 Рік тому +1

      Is it hard being so beautiful, Ruth? heehee :)

  • @markrenfrow9873
    @markrenfrow9873 Рік тому +4

    Hey Ruth. Cattle guards are common out west in the USA. Uncommon east of the Mississippi River. Nice video !

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +2

      That's really interesting to know, thanks for sharing

    • @ericrabinowitz6390
      @ericrabinowitz6390 Рік тому

      The only cattle guard I know of east of the Mississippi River is at my sister's home at the eastern end of Long Island, NY. They have apple and plum trees, so the yard is fenced and the driveway has the cattle guard. All to keep the deer away from the fruit trees. I didn't know they had them in Scotland. How cool!

  • @seancobb8853
    @seancobb8853 6 місяців тому +1

    Ruth this video was amazing

  • @seanmcerlean
    @seanmcerlean Рік тому

    Thank you Ruth 😊
    Very interesting.
    Little info for you regarding the scenery.
    That basket of eggs rolling terrain was formed in the last Ice age as the ice scoured the land.
    You are not too far from the douthern limit of the ice there.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +1

      That's interesting, thanks for sharing!

  • @stevelansdowne
    @stevelansdowne Рік тому

    So nice to finally see a videos of your travels through Scotland!

  • @donaldpatrick9886
    @donaldpatrick9886 10 місяців тому

    New to your videos but have enjoyed them very much.

  • @georgewhite1972
    @georgewhite1972 Рік тому +1

    Nice video. Steve Marsh (A fellow Scottish UA-camr) posted a video on his channel a few months ago visiting the same places 👍

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому

      It's great that more people are visiting Dumfries and Galloway!

  • @scotlandfromabove
    @scotlandfromabove 11 місяців тому

    i am lucky enough to live 15 minutes from here, only problem i see is the amount of campfires on the way up

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  11 місяців тому

      Yeah I sae a lot of those too unfortunately

  • @rebelrebel4980
    @rebelrebel4980 11 місяців тому

    Amazing place, I really must visit. I could watch your videos all day, so very well done

  • @captaindave47
    @captaindave47 Рік тому

    Thanks Ruth for showing us that fabulous area, I love That region but never ventured off the A76 on my way back to Dumfries. I will definitely visit this time. I am currently on Arran. Enjoy the rest of your journey.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +1

      I hope you are enjoying your time on Arran! Fingers crossed for some better weather this week

  • @m1k1tea
    @m1k1tea Рік тому

    I can't believe it's the same time.
    July 30th  jp

  • @vivellasmum
    @vivellasmum 5 місяців тому

    Lovely video Ruth! I must be running out of Scottish ones I've not seen now. Will you take us to Castle Douglas? Is there a castle? Really enjoy your trips 😍

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  5 місяців тому

      Yes there is a lovely castle there called Threave Castle, you need to catch a boat to get to it

  • @michaelbruchas6663
    @michaelbruchas6663 10 місяців тому

    Cattle GUARDS in the US function the same way as cattle grids. Might have a bit more space between bars…

  • @JohnGlenwright-lb2zy
    @JohnGlenwright-lb2zy Рік тому +1

    Another well put together video

  • @user-io5yw9dw9q
    @user-io5yw9dw9q Рік тому

    見るからに空気が澄んでいる感を感じるような美しい風景を見せていただいて…思いっ切り深呼吸したくなった〜✨

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому +1

      ビデオを気に入っていただけてうれしいです。応援ありがとうございました。

  • @IshwaraYogaNET
    @IshwaraYogaNET 11 місяців тому

    Funni I have looked at Leadhill and Wanlockhead recently, in looking for a remote cottage to buy, it's a beautiful landscape, thanks as ever for your enthusiasm 🥰

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  11 місяців тому

      Oh that would be a lovely area to live. So many cute cottages around there 😍

    • @IshwaraYogaNET
      @IshwaraYogaNET 11 місяців тому +1

      I ended buying in Ayr lol but beautiful coastline @@ruthaisling

  • @SUSEYE7
    @SUSEYE7 Рік тому

    I am Japanese. but I have been Glasgow and Edinburgh.. quite many times.. やはり綺麗ですね〜ハイランド地方

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  Рік тому

      I am happy to hear you have visited many times, please visit again!