Revealing how accessible Skye is For All
After lunch at Cafe Cuil, we took a short drive to the parking area below Carbost War Memorial for a short and steep walk. Then we retraced our tracks down to the Merkadale burial ground, very close to Cafe Cuil for a short shoreside wander.
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The Fairy Pools are one of the top attractions on the Isle of Skye. Attracting thousands of visitors every year to this beautiful corner of the island. Recently the Outdoor Access Trust for Scotland has invested huge amounts into the infrastructure to support these visitor numbers. A new car park, toilet block and path have been created which increase accessibility and protect the environment surrounding the pools.
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The Skriaig Mast Walk is tucked away near the tiny township of Glenmore, Isle of Skye. It is a relatively straightforward and accessible walk to try. Based on a mainly tarmac surface you make progress whilst being rewarded with fantastic views all around you. From the Cuillin ridge to the MacLeod’s Tables all in one panorama. For those with an interest in TV transmitters here is more information.
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Now just cliff top ruins Duntulm Castle was originally an ancient Pictish Fort, Dun Dhaibhidh. Named for the Viking, David, who seized it from its Celtic owner. When the Lord of the Isles drove out the Norsemen, he seized the Dun and built a new and improved fort there. Now just a short walk from the road to the cliff top for those with reasonable mobility. Sadly not a path suitable for wheelchair users.
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This Struan Hill Road Forest Track is located approximately 4.5 miles from the centre of Portree on the B885 Portree – Struan Road. Known locally as the Struan Hill Road or Hill Road. We did enquire if the track was known locally by any name but nothing came forth so until we know any better we will call it the Struan Hill Road Forest Track. A good accessible track suitable for all abilities and all weathers.
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This walk starts just 4 miles south of Portree on the A87 by the Old Varragill Bridge. It is a linear walk of 1.5 km in total on an old forestry track, Sheltered from the wind by trees, a gentle ascent gives fabulous views to the Gaskin Burn waterfall. It is an easy to follow accessible track.
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When it opened on the 16th October 1995 the Skye Bridge linked Kyle of Lochalsh to Eilean Bàn and then further to Skye. Initially a Toll Bridge, after much protesting the tolls were finally lifted in 2004. Leaving a bridge that is free for all to use and offering great access to and from Skye and a fantastic spot for a walk with a view. The main bridge is just short of 0.4 miles or 0.6km and looks down upon Eilean Bàn which is home to The Brightwater Centre. The complete span over Loch Alsh is 1.5miles or 2.4km and includes the much more level Carrich Viaduct.
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The Glen Brittle Forest is a lovely spot for a quiet walk on Skye. The crowds follow the road down to the infamous fairy pools but we stopped a little earlier on the road to access the forest. Glen Brittle can also be accessed from Loch Eynort on the other side of the hill. From our side the path is fairly level with no steep inclines so is very accessible.
Continue reading “Glen Brittle Forest”The Balmeanach Wind Farm Track runs through the Glen Vik Askill wind farm to Upper Edinbane. The track was built during the construction of the wind farm and is currently used for maintenance and recreation. We walked from the Balmeanach end of the track and found it very accessible indeed. In fact we would like to think anyone of any ability could enjoy a walk, push, cycle or propel along this track.
Rathad Na Cloinne or Path of the Children is just outside Broadford in South Skye. A lovely upgraded path that hugs the coastline of Broadford Bay and skirts back through the woods. For the most part an accessible path but with a couple of tricky areas if you are in a wheelchair. It is a great path to see some of Skye without climbing a Cuillin or if you need to increase your fitness levels.
