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Hello, my name is Calum McNab and I know a great deal of the history of the area and not only the village of Bonawe but Cadderlie Bothy. I was first in "Sea View" which you called a " Tenement" when I was 2 weeks old along with my twin. We crossed on the wee ferry which in those days was a Rowing Boat from Tayniult with my family in the darkness of a September night in 1962. The "Tenement" which was where the Quarry managment lived. On the hill behind where you were standing stood a 3 story Tenement which housed 26 famillies.It was massive and was finally demolished in the 1980's. I was first in Cadderlie in 1969 at Newyear with the man of The Village of Kenmure Cottages, who after the bells would take the water and power up there little outboard motors and visit the various crofts and settlements up the loch. It was the MacIntyres who had it then before it was abandoned not long after. The Mountain Bothy Association looked after it from 1984 with the help of the "Ardhatten and Muchairn Estate" who own the land. Your video was enthrawling and brought back to many memories. I have spent many, many, many night in Cadderlie as well as 58 other bothies before my back gave up. I have subscribed and liked and will watch more of your content. x
Thanks for that extra information! And thank you for watching and subscribing. Perhaps my Taynuilt video will also bring back memories. Have a good weekend!
Oh my gosh, this was such a joy to find. My Uncle from Taynult worked as a digger driver in this quarry about 50 years ago. Him and my Aunty lived in Kenmore cottages, number 12. Have wonderful warm memories of visiting for family holidays. The view of Ben Cruachan fills my mind with many happy memories. I now live in Inverness, but would never leave. You even said Ardhattan, not like others who say Ardchattan ❤
Glad you enjoyed it. I lived in Taynuilt for several years myself, now a few miles up the road in Oban. You would probably find yourself up memory lane with these ones too: ruclips.net/video/bWQ3uxQVEGs/видео.html and ruclips.net/video/IMHNcMbsfh4/видео.html,
My mum nee Betty McNaught was born in the "top houses" (tenement building) along with her sisters Margaret, Ellen, Jessie...they attended Ardchattan school but eventually moved to Glasgow...my mum is now nearing 98 and still going strong. My grandad John McNaught worked at Bonawe quarry. My gran Jessie McNaught had another six sisters and one brother in Glasgow. We had our annual holidays for a few years in the late 50's when the sisters and families made our own campsite about half a mile from the quarry. I remember going out fishing in a large rowing with my dad and five uncles where I was the only one who caught a fish at seven years old lol. I remember there was a grocer's van used to visit the campsite everyday...I think his name was Ruben. Great memories.
Awh, fabulous memories, and thank you for sharing them. We lived in Taynuilt for several years, so I have a couple of videos from that side of the lough, and one in the lough too 😀
I really enjoyed your company and the stories. So many to choose from but suffice to say Lock Etive has got that X Factor. Viewed in full. All the best. Mark P.S subscribed on account of the good stories and good vibe. Peace!
Interesting to get info on the place, thanks. Walked into the bothy a few years ago. It was a cold wet and mucky outing too! Cadderlie though will still be owned by someone outwith the MBA, its really the upkeep and maintenance that they take over.
I loved the moon reflecting off the water. So pretty. A night hike must have been fun. I'm glad there was a good trail to follow! Does it get dark early in the winter time?
I am guessing a block of its like was probably for the single men, and the families were the short distance up the road closer to the school and amenities. I'm sure there would have been temporary workers moving in and out of the area too.
@@ExploringScotlandsHistory Indeed. Workers blocks resonate. Until recently there were some over at Polphail. Am just bemused by the 'tenement'. Maybe down to a relationship with a city architect more used to high-rise.
@@nacnudyelrah I think there's a slight difference, in that Bonawe was used for many years for staff, whereas Polphail didn't get off the ground at all. I'm a bit miffed I didn't get out to it before it was demolished😰
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I really enjoyed this, and great to find out more about local history and fokelore, Thank you!
You are most welcome, and thank you for watching. I love this end of the loch, so wild and remote.
Hello, my name is Calum McNab and I know a great deal of the history of the area and not only the village of Bonawe but Cadderlie Bothy. I was first in "Sea View" which you called a " Tenement" when I was 2 weeks old along with my twin. We crossed on the wee ferry which in those days was a Rowing Boat from Tayniult with my family in the darkness of a September night in 1962. The "Tenement" which was where the Quarry managment lived. On the hill behind where you were standing stood a 3 story Tenement which housed 26 famillies.It was massive and was finally demolished in the 1980's. I was first in Cadderlie in 1969 at Newyear with the man of The Village of Kenmure Cottages, who after the bells would take the water and power up there little outboard motors and visit the various crofts and settlements up the loch. It was the MacIntyres who had it then before it was abandoned not long after. The Mountain Bothy Association looked after it from 1984 with the help of the "Ardhatten and Muchairn Estate" who own the land. Your video was enthrawling and brought back to many memories. I have spent many, many, many night in Cadderlie as well as 58 other bothies before my back gave up. I have subscribed and liked and will watch more of your content. x
Thanks for that extra information! And thank you for watching and subscribing. Perhaps my Taynuilt video will also bring back memories. Have a good weekend!
Beautiful terrain and fascinating history, as always. Thank you so much and Happy New Year!
It was a nice hike out! Have been following your holiday escapade on Instagram, looks fun. Happy New year to you too!! x
Oh my gosh, this was such a joy to find. My Uncle from Taynult worked as a digger driver in this quarry about 50 years ago. Him and my Aunty lived in Kenmore cottages, number 12.
Have wonderful warm memories of visiting for family holidays. The view of Ben Cruachan fills my mind with many happy memories. I now live in Inverness, but would never leave.
You even said Ardhattan, not like others who say Ardchattan ❤
Glad you enjoyed it. I lived in Taynuilt for several years myself, now a few miles up the road in Oban. You would probably find yourself up memory lane with these ones too: ruclips.net/video/bWQ3uxQVEGs/видео.html and ruclips.net/video/IMHNcMbsfh4/видео.html,
My mum nee Betty McNaught was born in the "top houses" (tenement building) along with her sisters Margaret, Ellen, Jessie...they attended Ardchattan school but eventually moved to Glasgow...my mum is now nearing 98 and still going strong. My grandad John McNaught worked at Bonawe quarry. My gran Jessie McNaught had another six sisters and one brother in Glasgow. We had our annual holidays for a few years in the late 50's when the sisters and families made our own campsite about half a mile from the quarry. I remember going out fishing in a large rowing with my dad and five uncles where I was the only one who caught a fish at seven years old lol.
I remember there was a grocer's van used to visit the campsite everyday...I think his name was Ruben.
Great memories.
Awh, fabulous memories, and thank you for sharing them. We lived in Taynuilt for several years, so I have a couple of videos from that side of the lough, and one in the lough too 😀
@@ExploringScotlandsHistory I think my auntie Jessie was born in Taynuilt hospital.
I really enjoyed your company and the stories. So many to choose from but suffice to say Lock Etive has got that X Factor. Viewed in full. All the best. Mark P.S subscribed on account of the good stories and good vibe. Peace!
Loch Etive is stunning throughout the year!
I've been following your videos for a couple of years now 😉
@@ExploringScotlandsHistory I bet it is a sight no matter the season. Aaah, that's good to hear. Please do comment. I'd love to hear from you. Peace!
Interesting to get info on the place, thanks. Walked into the bothy a few years ago. It was a cold wet and mucky outing too! Cadderlie though will still be owned by someone outwith the MBA, its really the upkeep and maintenance that they take over.
Thanks for watching 😉 Its a nice walk whatever the weather anyway 👌
I loved the moon reflecting off the water. So pretty. A night hike must have been fun. I'm glad there was a good trail to follow! Does it get dark early in the winter time?
The moon came up about 3.30pm that day, and the light failed quickly. Still good fun though 🤗
Interesting that a tenement was employed to house the workers in such a remote place.
I am guessing a block of its like was probably for the single men, and the families were the short distance up the road closer to the school and amenities. I'm sure there would have been temporary workers moving in and out of the area too.
@@ExploringScotlandsHistory Indeed. Workers blocks resonate. Until recently there were some over at Polphail. Am just bemused by the 'tenement'. Maybe down to a relationship with a city architect more used to high-rise.
@@nacnudyelrah I think there's a slight difference, in that Bonawe was used for many years for staff, whereas Polphail didn't get off the ground at all. I'm a bit miffed I didn't get out to it before it was demolished😰
@@ExploringScotlandsHistory Take your point. Such a waste of public money. I holidayed in the area as a child and then the oil money wasted the place.