This tour to Scotland so far is different from any other tour. While it has amazing scenery it also has one big challenge: It rains a lot and today is no exception. However, I'm on a mission and can't delay. I am out again on a trip that has the least effect on overall success and heading for Scotland's capital.
I'm using the same route south as yesterday which starts with that challenging route through the mountains, but soon we pass the Glengoyne Distillery and into new territory. It's an awkward drive from here reaching the outskirts of Glasgow. The plan for today is to use a commuter train and we arrive at Robroyston Park and Ride and park up. From here it's hardly more than 10 minutes into Glasgow's Queen Street, the fare quite reasonable.
From the station, we emerge to our first experience of the capital where all around is Victorian architecture in a style that boasts of Empire. In front of us is George Square, currently closed off for public works. On the east side of the square is the impressive Glasgow City Chambers. I arrive with no actual plan and rather disorganised. The purpose for being here is so that my partner can enjoy the experience. With no plans for lunch, I locate The Counting House, a Wetherspoon's pub. This wasn't planned but at least gets us out of the persistent drizzle.
With a bit more aspiration we decide to head for Glasgow Cathedral, but it's a 20-minute walk, not ideal for me. However, once inside, I appreciate the history it clearly represents.
Glasgow Cathedral is a parish church of the Church of Scotland. It was the cathedral church of the Archbishop of Glasgow, and the mother church of the Archdiocese of Glasgow from the 12th century until the Scottish Reformation in the 16th century. It is the oldest cathedral in mainland Scotland and the oldest building in Glasgow.
As we walk back to the station, there was something more I had in mind but the effort of reaching Glasgow Central Train Station for trainspotting is just too much. We hop on a train back to Robroyston P & R. As we make our way back to Tigh Mor, the weather gets worse. By the time we reach our apartment the view of Lock Achray is mostly obscured by mist. Today has meant a huge effort on my part, even a sacrifice, but it's achieved what was intended and that's what it will be remembered for.
Tomorrow there looks to be a break in the weather and I plan a long drive deep into the
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