Carbisdale Castle

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Carbisdale Castle
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“Carbisdale Castle was built in 1907 for the Duchess of Sutherland on a hill across the Kyle of Sutherland from Invershin in the Scottish Highlands. From 1945 to 2011 it was used as a youth hostel, operated by the Scottish Youth Hostels Association. The castle is situated north of Culrain, and…”
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National GeographicOct 23

Uncover Remote Trails on These U.K. Request Stop Hikes

Many of the scenic rail routes that wind through the British countryside are dotted with request-stop stations: secluded platforms that act as gateways to some of the country's most enchanting walks.

Clocktower designed with only three faces

15 things in this story
  • Carbisdale WoodTrailCrunch through morning frost
  • Carbisdale CastleSightClocktower designed with only three faces
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  • Loch DùghaillSightAchnashellach, United KingdomStygian water below
  • Easan Dorcha waterfallSightAchnashellach, United KingdomSurges over rocks racing down valley
  • Malltraeth EstuarySightBodorgan, United KingdomPatrolled by lavishly crested lapwings
  • Ynys LlanddwynSightBodorgan, United KingdomIsland beaches, ruins, lighthouse reachable at low tide
  • NewboroughNeighborhoodBodorgan, United KingdomStop for fish and chips
  • MalltraethNeighborhoodBodorgan, United KingdomStop for a well-earned drink
  • Shin Railway ViaductSightInvershin, United KingdomLattice of green metal spans estuary
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