Roger (Grisly)'s photos

Mountain Cloud, Glencoe!

Unable to upload a HWW image,IP not playing! This is the Calanais Standing Stones on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides and the most famous of several related stone settings in the Calanais area (including Calanais II, III, and others), forming part of a broader prehistoric ritual landscape. Often called the "Stonehenge of the North," the site features a distinctive cross-shaped arrangement of standing stones made from ancient Lewisian gneiss (some of the oldest exposed rocks on Earth). The main monument (Calanais I) includes:A central stone circle with 13 stones surrounding a tall central monolith (about 4.8–5 meters high). An avenue of stones extending northward (roughly 83 meters long, formed by two parallel-ish rows that fan out slightly). Rows of stones extending east, west, and south from the circle, creating the cruciform (cross-like) pattern The stones were erected around 2900–2600 BC during the Neolithic period—predating the main phases of Stonehenge by several centuries (roughly 500 years earlier than its famous sarsen circle). The central stone circle is shown in the image,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, It really does need a large view for the full effect !

Parish of Glasserton and Isle of Whithorn Church, Main Street, Isle of Whithorn. Newton Stewart, Associated with St. Ninian (one of the earliest Christian missionaries in Scotland), who is traditionally said to have landed nearby around 380–431 AD. Home to the ruined 13th-century St. Ninian's Chapel (linked to Whithorn Priory), which served as a key stopping point for medieval pilgrims arriving by sea and heading to Whithorn. Evidence of earlier habitation includes ancient clearance cairns, cultivation furrows, and building remains near the chapel. For much of its history, it acted as the port for the inland town of Whithorn, supporting trade and pilgrimage. Today, it is a quiet, scenic village with a strong sense of history, popular for walking, coastal views, and as a base for exploring the Machars.,,,,,,,,,,,,,, HBM!

Shores of Loch Achray,from Dukes Pass Woodland tracks and forest roads on the south side are great for walking/hiking. There are trails nearby with views of the loch. Duke's Pass is a famous scenic road in the Trossachs area of the Scottish Highlands. It is One of Scotland’s best driving and motorcycling roads — often featured in “greatest drives” lists and videos, HFF and a good weekend,

A fishing boat waits for recovery by tractor and trailer during low tide at Port Logan, in the Rhins of Galloway! Scotland. It is on the western side of the Rhins peninsula, about 12 miles (19 km) south of Stranraer and 7 miles (11 km) north of the Mull of Galloway. HWW!

North Sea Shelf Cloud captured at Burnmouth. Scottish Borders, It looks like a long, wedge-shaped or shelf-like cloud extending across the horizon. The underside is often dark, smooth, or rolling, with turbulent motion visible, Often signals,Gust fronts, derecho events, and severe thunderstorms. It frequently signals strong wind gusts, heavy rain, lightning, or hail approaching. Uploaded for "Contest without Prize" group

Strathpeffer Station also known as the Old Station a former Highland Railway terminus in the village of Strathpeffer, Ross-shire, in the Scottish Highlands, about 4 miles west of Dingwall. The main station building opened on 3 June 1885 as the terminus of a short branch line from Fodderty Junction (on the Dingwall to Kyle of Lochalsh line). It was built to serve the Victorian spa town , which was popular for its sulphurous springs. Now used for the Highland Museum of Childhood — a museum focusing on the history of childhood in the Highlands, with toys, games, and exhibits. It opened in the early 1990s and is one of the main draws for visitors. A café (often praised for its homemade bakes and relaxed atmosphere in the vintage railway setting). Small retail units, craft shops, and community spaces, HFF and a good weekend.!

The Castle is one of the most iconic and photographed landmarks in Scotland. It sits dramatically on a small tidal island at the confluence of three sea lochs—Loch Duich, Loch Long, and Loch Alsh—near the village of Dornie in the western Scottish Highlands, along the main route toward the Isle of Skye. The medieval castle was substantial, with a curtain wall, towers, and a keep. It played roles in clan feuds and Scottish history but was largely destroyed in 1719 during the Jacobite Rising. The present structure is 20th-century reconstruction, which took 20 years and was completed in 1935,,,,,,,,, HWW! ,,,,,,, large view recommended

No bench this week , instead a landscape from the Isle of Skye, This is the Quiraing one of the most dramatic and iconic landscapes on the island,It's a spectacular landslip on the eastern face of Meall na Suiramach the northern most summit of the Trotternish , escarpment this is the only section of the slip that is still moving today. In 16.9 format therefore a large view would be appreciated