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Clachtoll Broch

Ursula Schmitz

The heatwave was over and Clachtoll beach was pretty empty again – perfect for a little walk around the beach and the cliffs towards Clachtoll broch.

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Scotlands traffic wardens

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Hiking from Clachtoll Beach in Assynt to the broch.

Hiking from Clachtoll Beach in Assynt to the broch.

Going down towards the beach, and coming by the former salmon bothy. The poles outside were used to dry the nets. And inside there is a “fisherman” waiting to tell you their story.

Hiking from Clachtoll Beach in Assynt to the broch.

The Icehouse for storing the salmon

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Salmon Bothy

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Walking along the cliffs toward the broch – is quite an easy but a very lovely walk. For directions have a look at WalkingHighlands.

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Clachtoll Broch

Finally, I caught the first glimpse of the broch.

Hiking from Clachtoll Beach in Assynt to the broch.

The weather got moodier and moodier which added an extra layer of atmosphere. Clachtoll Broch was the home of a family in the Iron Age and was destroyed by a huge fire.

Hiking from Clachtoll Beach in Assynt to the broch.

Drumbeg

Ursula Schmitz

Walking through Drumbeg in Assynt towards the secret tea garden.

After the Clashnessie falls I continued driving to Drumbeg a lovely crofting village in Assynt with amazing views. And a secret tea garden!

Walking through Drumbeg in Assynt towards the secret tea garden.

The parking spot at the viewpoint is the perfect spot to start the walk and enjoy the views over all the tiny isles.

Walking through Drumbeg in Assynt towards the secret tea garden.

After walking through the village I found the secret tea garden, a little candle & soap shop and a stunning little café. After browsing and getting a few candles it was time for coffee and a little snack, I definitely would recommend it!

Walking through Drumbeg in Assynt towards the secret tea garden.

Walking back towards the viewpoint, I enjoyed another stroll through Drumbeg.

Walking through Drumbeg in Assynt towards the secret tea garden.

Even cats have to do a bit of shopping now and then. The Drumbeg Shop also sells freshly made samosas and get as many as you can. I only got one for dinner at home and it was amazing!

Walking through Drumbeg in Assynt towards the secret tea garden.

Some more stunning views…

Walking through Drumbeg in Assynt towards the secret tea garden.

Clashnessie Falls

Ursula Schmitz

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I parked next to the beach in Clashnessie and walk the short walk to the falls, it´s been pretty dry, so the falls weren´t that impressive, but at least it was raining a bit, so there was water.

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Birds nesting in a post box, seems to be a cosy home, I saw that more than once happening.

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First view of the waterfall, as said, it was a really nice little walk through the heather to get tthere.

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There was a cottage right next to the little river going to the walk and this one was ready for me and a bit of play catch.

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The rain had stopped again and I spent some more time at the beach.

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