The Cycling Scot
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Travel blogs about exploring Scotland. Lonely Planet contributing writer-Experience Scotland book.
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I blog about exploring Scotland by bike. Here's my website if you'd like to take a look:
www.cyclingscot.co.uk
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Exploring Scotland by bicycle
Travel features and blogs about Scotland. This site is not just for cyclists, but for anybody interested in Scotland.Not only does it feature cycle routes, but also Scottish food and drink, hotels, wa...
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over 1 year ago
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Visiting the Scottish Vintage Bus Museum
Here's all you need to know about visiting this museum, located about 4 miles north of Dunfermline
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Campbeltown to Dunoon cycle route
A description of the route between Dunoon and Campbeltown
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Review of Culzean Castle and how to get there by bike
If you only have time to visit one castle in Scotland then Culzean should be the one.
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3 days ago
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Review of Riding Out by Simon Parker
Riding Out tells the story of Britain during a time of crisis, providing a unique take on the cycle-touring genre. It's also a personal tale of Simon's navigation through grief and anxiety.
https://bit.ly/3LlGcY7
21 days ago
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Summer house in the grounds of Culzean Castle. There are around 40 buildings to discover. One of the reasons why Culzean is one of the best castles to visit in Scotland. Find out more on my blog:
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23 days ago
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The gardens at Culzean Castle are stunning. I've written a review of the castle on my blog:
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27 days ago
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Is Culzean Castle worth visiting? Here's my review:
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28 days ago
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New blog. My review of Culzean Castle:
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Review of Culzean Castle and how to get there by bike
If you only have time to visit one castle in Scotland then Culzean should be the one.
https://bit.ly/4tcZEYv
29 days ago
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Melrose Abbey. Here's how to visit the Scottish Borders Abbeys by bike:
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30 days ago
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Scott's view is named after literary giant Sir Walter Scott- this was one of his favourite places in the Scottish Borders. One of Scotland's most beautiful views. Here's how to visit by bike:
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Castle Campbell- the location above Dollar Glen is the standout feature. From the approach road the view of the fortress, peaking from the tree tops is a moment you will always remember. Easy to visit by bike from Alloa, details on my blog:
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about 2 months ago
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Review of Riding Out by Simon Parker
Riding Out tells the story of Britain during a time of crisis, providing a unique take on the cycle-touring genre. It's also a personal tale of Simon's navigation through grief and anxiety.
https://bit.ly/3LlGcY7
about 2 months ago
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Tullibardine Chapel is 3.5 miles from Gleneagles station. Built by one of the wealthiest families in Scotland. The Murray's founded Tullibardine chapel around 1446 as a place of private worship and burial. It features in my cycle route to Drummond Castle:
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about 2 months ago
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The Big Burn Walk in Golspie. One of my favourite walks. And easily accessible by public transport:
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House of Dun. Can be visited by bike from Montrose station. It's a 4 mile cycle. All the details are on my blog:
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2 months ago
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For an authentic experience of how British Railways used to be the Caledonian Railway is a great day out and easy to reach by bicycle. All the details on my blog:
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2 months ago
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My blog about Wemyss Bay station. I think its Scotland's most beautiful train station? What do you think?
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Cycling Helmsdale to Strathy Point
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2 months ago
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The Round Church, Bowmore, Islay.
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East Aquhorthies Stone Circle near Inverurie. A few years ago when there was snow
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Merry Christmas! These photos are from a snowy bike ride in Aberdeenshire a few years ago.
2 months ago
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Isle of Colonsay- stunning beaches. 15 things to see and do in Colonsay:
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2 months ago
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Exploring the Isle of Gigha by bike. I was amazed!
YouTube video by The Cycling Scot
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2 months ago
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Culzean Castle. Of all the castles in Scotland this one has the most to see and do. Not just the castle, but the grounds. This is a full on castle experience, perhaps the best in Scotland. Have you been? What do you think?
2 months ago
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Try this great little cycle route. Take a train to Alloa and then there's an easy to access 7 mile traffic-free cycle route that transports you to the pretty town of Dollar and the spectacularly located Castle Campbell. Read about it on my blog:
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Forres is known for its floral displays and impressive architecture. The town is in Moray, around 26 miles from Inverness. Here's my blog about exploring the town:
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3 months ago
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Sorry to see what happened to the Spey viaduct. One of the best cycling experiences in Scotland is crossing it:
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Spey viaduct
It is one of the greatest railway bridges in Scotland and you can walk or cycle across it. The Spey viaduct was completed in 1886 as part of the Moray Coast Railway. It crosses the third longest river...
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3 months ago
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The Bow Fiddle Rock. One of the most stunning things you can see in Scotland. Here's my blog about it:
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3 months ago
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You can get 5% off the AS2 Ultra using discount code COLINBAIRD on the Cycplus website. Here's my review of this electric bicycle pump:
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Cycplus AS2 Ultra review
A review of this electric pump
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3 months ago
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Cullen is a gorgeous place. My top reasons you should visit:
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3 months ago
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It's 70 miles from Dunoon to Campbeltown. Great for a multi-day cycling trip. You could even break the journey with a trip to the Isle of Gigha. Plan your adventure using my guide:
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Campbeltown to Dunoon cycle route
A description of the route between Dunoon and Campbeltown
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3 months ago
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This book is a unique take on the traditional Lands End to John O'Groat's bike ride. It takes place in the pandemic and focuses on the author's inner journey. It is emotional, inspiring and adventurous:
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Review of Riding Out by Simon Parker
Riding Out tells the story of Britain during a time of crisis, providing a unique take on the cycle-touring genre. It's also a personal tale of Simon's navigation through grief and anxiety.
https://bit.ly/3LlGcY7
3 months ago
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If you are looking for a Christmas gift for a cyclist this book is great:
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Book review of Potholes and Pavements by Laura Laker
The book is about cycling parts of the Network to discover how it all started, how it is funded and why some parts of the route are frankly terrible. During her journey she talks to people involved in...
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3 months ago
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The Scottish Deer Centre offers the special experience of being able to hand-feed deer, including the iconic red deer. You can also see magnificent birds of prey and watch them in flight at one of the falconry shows. Here's my blog about it:
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Visiting the Scottish Deer Centre
All about the Scottish Deer Centre, near Cupar in Fife, Scotland. The park has 12 species of deer.
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3 months ago
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The Cycling Scot
Melissa & Chris Bruntlett
3 months ago
London is fast becoming a cycling city. As each new piece in the network appears—which has more than quadrupled from 90 to 431 km since 2016—so do new cyclists. Its infrastructure now sees a stunning 1.5 million daily users—a 43% spike since 2019—moving nearly half as many people as the Tube below.🧵
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This book would make a great Christmas gift for someone. ​Kate Rawles cycles for thirteen months following the spine of the Andes in South America on a bicycle she built herself from bamboo
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The Life Cycle by Kate Rawles. Book review
​Kate Rawles cycles for thirteen months following the spine of the Andes in South America on a bicycle she built herself from bamboo. She does this journey to explore biodiversity, its loss, its impor...
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3 months ago
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These stones are known as Fingal's Limpet Hammers' as they have the appearance of the tool that was used to detach limpets from rocks. You'll find them on the Isle of Colonsay. 15 things to see and do on the island:
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3 months ago
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Oban
3 months ago
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A great wee cycle route is Alloa to Dollar. Here's my guide:
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3 months ago
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Cycling in Glen Clova:
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The Life Cycle by Kate Rawles. Book review
​Kate Rawles cycles for thirteen months following the spine of the Andes in South America on a bicycle she built herself from bamboo. She does this journey to explore biodiversity, its loss, its impor...
https://bit.ly/46A7273
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Highland cow action on Colonsay
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15 things to see and do on the Isle of Colonsay:
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3 months ago
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Oban Chocolate Company. Chocolate Paradise on Scotland's West Coast. Here's my blog about this amazing chocolate shop and cafe:
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3 months ago
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This thirteenth century mass of formidable stone once guarded the sea approach to the heart of Scotland. One of Scotland's most famous historical figures, Flora McDonald, was imprisoned here. Exploring Dunstaffnage Castle:
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4 months ago
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This book is a fascinating exploration of the National Cycle Network (NCN). Laura Laker is a journalist who writes about cycling. Her book is about cycling parts of the Network to discover how it all started, how it is funded and why some parts of the route are frankly terrible:
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Book review of Potholes and Pavements by Laura Laker
The book is about cycling parts of the Network to discover how it all started, how it is funded and why some parts of the route are frankly terrible. During her journey she talks to people involved in...
https://bit.ly/4mK3sfM
4 months ago
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In March 2020 the UK entered its first Covid lockdown. Simon Parker’s career as a travel journalist stalled, a close friend died, and a suppressed anxiety disorder returned. His response was to cycle around Britain, starting in Shetland. Here's my review of 'Riding Out':
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Review of Riding Out by Simon Parker
Riding Out tells the story of Britain during a time of crisis, providing a unique take on the cycle-touring genre. It's also a personal tale of Simon's navigation through grief and anxiety.
https://bit.ly/3LlGcY7
4 months ago
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You can get 5% off the AS2 Ultra using discount code COLINBAIRD on the Cycplus website. Here's my review of this e-pump:
bit.ly/4k6j6jU
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Cycplus AS2 Ultra review
A review of this electric pump
https://bit.ly/4k6j6jU
4 months ago
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Road of the Kings. Glen Lonan is the ancient funeral route of Scotland's Kings to their final resting place on the island of Iona. Here's my guide to cycling it:
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4 months ago
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15 things to see and do on the Isle of Colonsay:
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15 Things to See and Do on the Island of Colonsay
Colonsay is an island on Scotland's west coast. It is famed for its beaches, wildlife and tranquility. It even has a brewery and a golf course! Eead on to discover 15 things you can see and do on the ...
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4 months ago
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