Do Not Sell My Personal Information Jump to content
Ad: Genuine Lexus parts & accessories from the Lexus official store on eBay ×


  • Join The Club

    Join the Lexus Owners Club and be part of the Community. It's FREE!

     

Scotland Roadtrip

RichGS11
 Share

Recommended Posts

RichGS11 Proficient

RichGS11

Posted
Posted

Hey all,

I couldn't find an appropriate area to post this on the forum but I do know there are a fair few people in the F community from the area.

I'm off to Scotland with some mates for a roadtrip mid Sept. I've been compiling a list of places to visit and roads to travel. We're just inbetween Stirling and Dunfermline and we're looking to to do around 200 to 250 miles a day.

Any recommendations for good roads and photo locations for the cars? I'll have my drone if anyone can reccomend places for using that too?

Thank you.

Rich.

P.S. please move this if I have posted it in the wrong place!

HGUS Collaborator

HGUS

Posted
Posted

How about doing the NC 500!  Lots of beautiful scenery and off shoots on route to explore, even going across to Orkney, Skye, etc ....

  • Like 1
RichGS11 Proficient

RichGS11

Posted
  • Author
Posted
Just now, HGUS said:

How about doing the NC 500!  Lots of beautiful scenery and off shoots on route to explore, even going across to Orkney, Skye, etc ....

The guys I'm going with did it a few years back and I think they didn't enjoy it all that much. Possibly due to how many other people were on it and sections didn't lend themselves to the supercars they take. We'll no doubt hit parts of it though for sure.

Malc1 Grand Master

Malc1

Posted
Posted

I've driven up to and around Scotland a few times but only ever for a holiday .  a few weeks  .  the thought to drive 200/250 miles a day will be very stressful, strenuous and totally unenjoyable .  to me anyway 

It's a beautiful place to amble around enjoying magnificent scenery and impromptu unbooked  B&Bs etc ............  if you can take a while to do the journey then you'll enjoy it much much more than just trying to eat up the miles

Malc

  • Like 1
4969_LXS Community Regular

4969_LXS

Posted
Posted

I recommend the old military road over the Cairngorms. Put those 275 tyres and PPE manifolds to good use. It was great to end our NC500 trip with that route

  • Like 1
RichGS11 Proficient

RichGS11

Posted
  • Author
Posted

Sorry, I think I need to say that the reason for this holiday is to drive and enjoy the roads of Scotland. We've all been and done some sightseeing before, etc, so it's less about seeing what Scotland has to offer walking, sightseeing and visiting places.

We have a place we're renting out for a week with hot tubs, BBQ, etc, so our evenings and days off will be spent relaxing and doing some of the things mentioned. The long days with high miles will be mainly getting up to and near places of interest, as we're staying lower than initially anticipated. I do a lot of landscape and drone photography, so two of my days will be spent doing that.

What the intention is for us is to drive to locations, grab some photos, a coffee, some food, then move onto the next and essentially leapfrog our way around. The high mileage days will be early starts and getting to the areas we then wish to explore.

  • Like 1

RichGS11 Proficient

RichGS11

Posted
  • Author
Posted
Just now, 4969_LXS said:

I recommend the old military road over the Cairngorms. Put those 275 tyres and PPE manifolds to good use. It was great to end our NC500 trip with that route

Yeah the guys have all said the Military Road is a place they want to revisit, so I've planned a route into the Cairngorms.

  • Like 1
HGUS Collaborator

HGUS

Posted
Posted
2 hours ago, RichGS11 said:

The guys I'm going with did it a few years back and I think they didn't enjoy it all that much. Possibly due to how many other people were on it and sections didn't lend themselves to the supercars they take. We'll no doubt hit parts of it though for sure.

That's a shame.  Out of season would definitely be better.  One place, maybe if you have thoughts of another outing, I enjoy is zipping around the mountains in Corsica.  I see loads of supercars there. 🏎️🏎️🏎️🏎️

  • Like 1
Harrier Man Experienced

Harrier Man

Posted
Posted

You could try the road from CockBridge (Tor-na-Haish) to Tomintoul (also includes parts of the old military road). However, my favourite suggestion would the road around the Applecross peninsular, from Ardarroch to Shieldaig via Applecross.

  • Thanks 1
Harrier Man Experienced

Harrier Man

Posted
Posted

There are some nice harbours along the Moray Firth coast: for example, Nairn, Burghead, Lossiemouth where you can get the cars close to the boats for some nice pictures. Findhorn a lovey bay too.

  • Thanks 1
RichGS11 Proficient

RichGS11

Posted
  • Author
Posted
1 hour ago, Harrier Man said:

There are some nice harbours along the Moray Firth coast: for example, Nairn, Burghead, Lossiemouth where you can get the cars close to the boats for some nice pictures. Findhorn a lovey bay too.

Awesome. Thank you for the suggestions. Added to the itinerary. Will be good to get some diversity with the images, so Harbour shots would be fantastic.

RichGS11 Proficient

RichGS11

Posted
  • Author
Posted
2 hours ago, HGUS said:

That's a shame.  Out of season would definitely be better.  One place, maybe if you have thoughts of another outing, I enjoy is zipping around the mountains in Corsica.  I see loads of supercars there. 🏎️🏎️🏎️🏎️

Well you say that, we should have been in the South of France and Monaco, but we had to change the plans because the trip needed to he shorter.

HGUS Collaborator

HGUS

Posted
Posted
19 minutes ago, RichGS11 said:

Well you say that, we should have been in the South of France and Monaco, but we had to change the plans because the trip needed to he shorter.

😒 Fantastic places !!  There's always next time 😃👍

All the best with your trip !!


RichGS11 Proficient

RichGS11

Posted
  • Author
Posted
6 minutes ago, HGUS said:

😒 Fantastic places !!  There's always next time 😃👍

All the best with your trip !!

Thank you very much 😊

Flytvr Grand Master

Flytvr

Posted
Posted

Like others have said - avoid NC500

Cairngorms. Coffee at Glen Shee ski centre, then on to Lecht ski centre, stopping at Braemar for lunch at the Flying Stag. 

Also - image.thumb.png.9d1896aeaa17daa2b9783d6a47a25871.png

 

And

Glen Etive (just down't road from Slyfall famous shot)

AIL4fc_315JDv5E-KNzTff-kd2POin7q8WFBaYodKJ8jt5FUSr1CixwxIEr94y_RpLwOhSHmaflpgrIHEe-l8SWAbSmq6OMFmWRrxNV5DeY9fXzhwO0OPvfQODPCNhgXFmlRf3t39rb96xcQ76DjFfr3CKbRIGF330guyyqo7LDcBp6RfDLUYn6rXu5qTW3Gd4QQjDzJTs2m0eUL9pwhPY4KyHVhUM8AaRLlBlzb8ZGII9nE2QqoPk9od8FJgXXwUQfzprtJkGTGkcJCiyxG7qNJoaDaTU3eOtTAXLtpDV_reto9NZobwcuLB_-EV1NtfyH1_CxjGBbAwgBmbYilC6ArMddPmfEzzfpb6R02LPtf6iPxpeo4TAisa2gkGQ51DX1PJoWLUK8B69Tn1zkOeSmgyErPJbP2O5erSO8EvO7z4UyC7dWqFrDei_7wuyXbYpWH9NzM9xi0O6meY0yg3mYyb7FEpv3r4m8wjZGhbOSA363R8e3M2aTEfYPJfXOreP_FWcSo3KV7m2jnQWyVmYC9uWFDpYGKQ3xwIBZ0QsuirNkK_Z7qTcMsaWCcrffd8NKIs3hy_-kNuxrPP9WU1CBvTQQMHTJrJFmKUWc8rt2iYnmwv2Fi8tls1P2Pd0-qOk8-86tnA6KV44vz-jbwTjfKr7BxaWG8abEZBuFB_a8iBwRXA9C2ZJnvh2sUPcj0OMcKNtUQDZIj9r-9dipVVCdg7u48WmSrpnPmjXR_pjVOkB82OvwkftQxbNawABlYjQmhovZgNZ95oycl9R-O1kTZ0gBKiO9IEZCTtLCKkIz1SPlQ52bgWV7PMv4eFYCnSIBb84EwthqzSibwYSeGHsWn284sRRIN62kv8rUNtu5JDMAXNnaTU8AwGNCwA_-wwKxd9SIl-pwwLj6WR5L-5Dfuza34RzU=w2738-h2053-s-no?authuser=0

 

 

  • Thanks 1
RichGS11 Proficient

RichGS11

Posted
  • Author
Posted
30 minutes ago, Flytvr said:

Like others have said - avoid NC500

Cairngorms. Coffee at Glen Shee ski centre, then on to Lecht ski centre, stopping at Braemar for lunch at the Flying Stag. 

Also - image.thumb.png.9d1896aeaa17daa2b9783d6a47a25871.png

 

And

Glen Etive (just down't road from Slyfall famous shot)

AIL4fc_315JDv5E-KNzTff-kd2POin7q8WFBaYodKJ8jt5FUSr1CixwxIEr94y_RpLwOhSHmaflpgrIHEe-l8SWAbSmq6OMFmWRrxNV5DeY9fXzhwO0OPvfQODPCNhgXFmlRf3t39rb96xcQ76DjFfr3CKbRIGF330guyyqo7LDcBp6RfDLUYn6rXu5qTW3Gd4QQjDzJTs2m0eUL9pwhPY4KyHVhUM8AaRLlBlzb8ZGII9nE2QqoPk9od8FJgXXwUQfzprtJkGTGkcJCiyxG7qNJoaDaTU3eOtTAXLtpDV_reto9NZobwcuLB_-EV1NtfyH1_CxjGBbAwgBmbYilC6ArMddPmfEzzfpb6R02LPtf6iPxpeo4TAisa2gkGQ51DX1PJoWLUK8B69Tn1zkOeSmgyErPJbP2O5erSO8EvO7z4UyC7dWqFrDei_7wuyXbYpWH9NzM9xi0O6meY0yg3mYyb7FEpv3r4m8wjZGhbOSA363R8e3M2aTEfYPJfXOreP_FWcSo3KV7m2jnQWyVmYC9uWFDpYGKQ3xwIBZ0QsuirNkK_Z7qTcMsaWCcrffd8NKIs3hy_-kNuxrPP9WU1CBvTQQMHTJrJFmKUWc8rt2iYnmwv2Fi8tls1P2Pd0-qOk8-86tnA6KV44vz-jbwTjfKr7BxaWG8abEZBuFB_a8iBwRXA9C2ZJnvh2sUPcj0OMcKNtUQDZIj9r-9dipVVCdg7u48WmSrpnPmjXR_pjVOkB82OvwkftQxbNawABlYjQmhovZgNZ95oycl9R-O1kTZ0gBKiO9IEZCTtLCKkIz1SPlQ52bgWV7PMv4eFYCnSIBb84EwthqzSibwYSeGHsWn284sRRIN62kv8rUNtu5JDMAXNnaTU8AwGNCwA_-wwKxd9SIl-pwwLj6WR5L-5Dfuza34RzU=w2738-h2053-s-no?authuser=0

 

 

Thank you very much!!

Amazing info!!

dandydons Rising Star

dandydons

Posted
Posted

Try the East Neuk of Fife . Coastal towns including Elie , St Monans , Pittenweem , Anstruther , Crail , St Andrews . Some decent scenic harbours , great beaches and plenty decent cafes . Definitely try the fish and chips in Anstruther . 

  • Like 2
Malc1 Grand Master

Malc1

Posted
Posted

I think what we're all saying is that the opportunity to travel the length and breadth of much of Scotland is a bit of a travesty to " rush "  ............... I know I never could and have always had a sort of a Plan to start the day BUT nigh on always got sidetracked to visit some place I'll be coming upon and divert there and tarry a while .........  rarely pre-book accommodation in times past, just landing where the late afternoon took us .........  BUT I've also been reading of European tourists that can mess with that simple plan as they also, in large numbers sometimes, enjoy roaming Scotland too ........

Plan but be happy to manage it on a simple day to day basis and venture to unknowing spots is always brilliant  ✌️

Malc

  • Like 1
MNMJ Experienced

MNMJ

Posted
Posted

Wherever you go, get up very early for a dawn drive. Enjoy empty roads and the best time for photography, then back to the B&B / Hotel for a full Scottish breakfast.

Follow with a nice walk, pub lunch, afternoon nap, then a late afternoon drive or more booze depending on how long the pub-lunch was.

 

  • Like 3
Flytvr Grand Master

Flytvr

Posted
Posted
On 8/24/2023 at 3:30 PM, Malc1 said:

I think what we're all saying is that the opportunity to travel the length and breadth of much of Scotland is a bit of a travesty to " rush "  ............... I know I never could and have always had a sort of a Plan to start the day BUT nigh on always got sidetracked to visit some place I'll be coming upon and divert there and tarry a while .........  rarely pre-book accommodation in times past, just landing where the late afternoon took us .........  BUT I've also been reading of European tourists that can mess with that simple plan as they also, in large numbers sometimes, enjoy roaming Scotland too ........

Plan but be happy to manage it on a simple day to day basis and venture to unknowing spots is always brilliant  ✌️

Malc

Wise words!!!

Scotland has some epic roads. When transmitting between one epic road and the next, there’s a good chance you’ll stumble upon many great roads!

As a Welshman, I’d describe Scotland as Wales on steroids! Adore the place!

  • Like 1
mr2lad Mentor

mr2lad

Posted
Posted

Defo recommend NC500, done it in RCF and parts of it quite often (does help i live not to far away), also around Loch Ness way and Glen Coe… re the NC500 a car group that im affiliated with did this this weekend over 2 days with no problems everything from lambos n Porsches etc to the normal family car (over 40 cars in total).. no hassles

IMG_5103.jpeg

IMG_5126.jpeg

IMG_0792.jpeg

IMG_5121.jpeg

IMG_0126.jpeg

  • Like 1
Malc1 Grand Master

Malc1

Posted
Posted

as you've been to Loch Ness today I'd have thought you'd be taking a snap of the Monster ....... there's hoards of people out there searching this weekend I'm seeing on the news 

She must surely be coming out to play !  Stags are good but you've missed seeing the main chance surely ?  🤣

Wot a lovely part of the world eh !

Malc

Latest Deals

Lexus Official Store for genuine Lexus parts & accessories

Disclaimer: As the club is an eBay Partner, The club may be compensated if you make a purchase via eBay links

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing





Lexus Owners Club Powered by Invision Community


eBay Disclosure: As the club is an eBay Partner, the club may earn commision if you make a purchase via the clubs eBay links.

DISCLAIMER: Lexusownersclub.co.uk is an independent Lexus forum for owners of Lexus vehicles. The club is not part of Lexus UK nor affiliated with or endorsed by Lexus UK in any way. The material contained in the forums is submitted by the general public and is NOT endorsed by Lexus Owners Club, ACI LTD, Lexus UK or Toyota Motor Corporation. The official Lexus website can be found at http://www.lexus.co.uk
×
  • Create New...