Definitely. Though I do also wonder who had the chuckle of recognition there. Been there, done that got the soggy t-shirt and so on :) I'm definitely one of them, but I'll agree with Rebecca: Very pretty landscape!
Another beautiful video of the Scottish country side! Thanks for putting yourselves through all of this Paul and Becka. Even though you couldn't make it. That was still really awesome. Good luck next time!
Welcome to Scotland. If you ever come back bring wet weather gear and shorts and some more wet weather gear and bring extra wet weather gear in case your wet weather gear gets wet
Please tell me those weren't jeans you were walking in?! If so, no wonder your legs were wet! Wear shorts if it's warm, your legs dry quicker than material! Take a survival bag, whistle, 1st aid kit, with you where ever you go and check mobile phone coverage where you're going and if it's ropey, take a PLB with you! And spare a thought for all us posties - I walk between 16 and 22 km, 6 days a week, in all weather (usually bad October on)!
Yes I know that from personal experience. The weather can change so fast in the Highlands. One minute it’s blue skys and sunshine, 5 mins later it’s hammering it down and Gail force winds😂 love Scotland though it’s beautiful🙌🏼👍
Hello! I've stayed at Corrour and got lost walking from Spean Bridge to Corrour so I can completely relate to the way the weather can turn on you up there. There's always another day and waterproof over trousers
Well wasn’t that just fantastic. Love how you do this. It looked freezing cold. Felt so sorry for you. Thanks so much for taking me along. Please stay safe and take care
When the weather goes bad we look for mushroom on the way back to the car. Keeps the wet hike worth the effort. I love your series and Rebecca s as well. Thank you
Fascinating tea-time viewing over my home-made corned beef hash. I have never been to Gorton station but I have long memories of the Munros to the south of Rannoch Moor. Especially Beinn Achaladair which looks quite benign on the map (OS not telling the full story). However because it has so many more spectacular neighbours hardly anyone tries to climb it. There is no path and getting to the top is a 3000 ft slog up a steep slope through knee-deep tussocky grass. Back to the railway, it was not unknown in the past for the odd passenger on an evening or night train, who lived nowhere near a railway station, to pull the communication cord when he neared his destination. When someone does this the driver doesn't usually slam on the anchors and make a full-blown emergency stop, he will usually bring the train down to dead slow and cautiously proceed to the next distant signal. On a single line like that over Rannoch Moor the train would be quite safe as the driver would be in possession of the token, without which no other train is allowed on that section of track. At this point the culprit would quietly open the carriage door and disappear into the night. I was told servicemen on home leave were particularly prone to this flagrant rule breaking.
@Tony Maries - Indeed, and on one occasion this practice of pulling the cord sadly led to a major accident (Winsford 1948) when the signalman overlooked the stopped train and the guard didn't protect it promptly.
So beautiful. I love that you took it all so well -- true explorers. You are in our favourite part of the world. I've never been there in this life (my wife has). Thanks for the experience. Terry
Well guys I take my hat off to you both in your valiant attempt to get to Gorton, it’s such a shame that you went all that way without achieving your goal, but you made the right decision in turning back, I’m sure the fair weather gods will shine down on your next journey to Gorton’s disused station. Looking forward to your next video, great work guys.
The way you mentioned how often the weather changes reminds me of hiking in Western Canada. The weather is as unpredictable, the the scenery is as breathtaking. Keep up the good work!
The one thing all Scots know is we get the four seasons in one day here! Better luck next year! Great video again Paul and Rebecca! A few years ago, there was a derailment on that line, no one was injured, but the unfortunate class 66 couldn't be recovered due to the remote part of the line having no road access. It was a tourist attraction for a while, but eventually was cut up. The great thing was, one less 66, hurray! I would have been sad if it had been a decent loco, like a 37 or 47! It was at Loch Treig , I was on a SRPS railtour and we slowed down to see it. It was hauled by a 47 to Fort William, and returned by 2 Black Fives from the Jacobite.
Horizontal rain. The joys. Here are my rules of walking. 1. Never wear jeans. 2. Never wear shorts 3. Always have waterproof jacket and trousers even in the middle of summer 4. Carry food and water 5. Leave a note on your car where you are going and what time you expect to be back 6. Carry spare socks
I remember being up there years ago (when the signalbox was still open!) and the fog came down. Had to spend 3 nights in a tent unable to move as visibility was down below 50m. Happy days ...
Great stuff, alledgedly the reason it rains so much up here is because the big fella upstairs is so proud of his creation he likes to wash it regularly 👍🏻😊 (I spent a few months at the station house at Corrour when the syha had the lease on it and it certainly is a bonny part of the world)
Shame you didn't get there but a location that has always fascinated me whenever I've travelled along the West Highland Line to Fort William. A very lonely location for the signalman when the box was still in use
Well I’d like to tell you a story back in 1985 myself and two friends managed to get off the train at that station or should I say the driver agreed to slow down and let us jump but it is nice to see the landscape without 2 foot of snow over it. It was packs first and then jump down the bank...
Anyone who has read the classic "West Highland Railway" by John Thomas will remember the story of the surveying party who literally got "Lost on Rannoch Moor" and nearly died before one of their number found the Gorton cottage. They were 7 hardy - or foolhardy - Victorians, some with hats and umbrellas! In January! You chose a more sensible time of year.
Well guys, if it's not the midges, it's the changing weather by the minute, that's the Scottish Highlands for you. But good call to turn back, as all too often you can find yourself dealing with a deteriorating situation which I found out to my cost many years ago when checking out Ben Nevis. Great vlog guys, & glad my two favourite geeks get to make another. Regards Rural Geeze.
@@pwhitewick Well the way you two are going u'll probably wear them out before then, but once the soles start to wear or they're no longer waterproof,e-mail me & I'll see about getting replacements for you. Remember the saying, "If in doubt, leave it out", & you should stay safe. Regards Rural Geeze. x
I have been fortunate to have visited/ worked in gorton loop as it is now, as a railwayman . the loop was reinstated in the early 90s for the use of the engineers and is still in operation. when the signaling staff were employed it was a man /wife job one did the early and the other the late shift. Rannoch and Corrour were the same.
The token block signaling was upgraded in late 60s when BR brought in STB (scottish Tokenless Block) which ran from Crianlarich (my station) to Rannoch station allowing the intermediate stations to be closed at quiet times of the day , it was then the crossing loop was closed. It could be a pain in the rear for the Signalman at Crianlarich as the section time from Rannoch to Crianlarich was 55 m to ih 10m depending what class of train it was. I was latterly RDR (rest Day Rlf) Signalman for Corrour, Rannoch Bridge of Orchy , Tyndrum Upper, Ardlui Arrochar. and Glen Douglas.@@pwhitewick
we are never done learning'' so they say ''. I've been to Scotland over 50 times, i have walked, peddle cycled, motored and even been on 4 day luxury rail holidays. I have learned. never trust the weather or forecast. Good on ya and very sensible to turn back. I'm sure you will get to Gorton even though I've never heard of it. I have just looked at my pre grouping rail atlas and have found the crossing. yeah go do it but next time at a better time of year....if there is one.. lol.
Aye, welcome to the reliability of a Scottish Weather Forecast; made mainly for towns folk, apparently. Nothing like catching the glint of horizontal, often upwards, rain on the high moorlands. I think we're all saying "Next Year" Paul. A pity it wasn't to be, this time. Haste ye back, baith o' ye! Cheers Paul and Rebecca!
The LNER had a policy of not having two stations on their network with the same name. This was not just to avoid confusing the public, but also to avoid any confusion in internal correspondence or instructions.
We were on holiday on Skye, a few years ago - the weather was absolutely terrible one day, but the owner of the B&B we were staying in said it wasn’t rain, it was atmosphere!
Top marks for effort, shame about the weather. I was traveling from Fort William to Glasgow a few weeks ago and notice the passing loop at Gorton. I had a no idea they'd ever been a station there!
Great video, and a very good effort by both of you, that was hard going I can tell (sitting here in my fairly cosy lounge). Hope you will make it next time!
We have taken three multi day hiking/biking vacations in Scotland, mostly in September. We had beautiful sunny weather for the vast majority of the time and never anything you would call a rain storm--no ,really ;-)
Great video as always, and a good call to turn back. Gorton will be there next year, but lost on the moor, you would not!! and we would be deprived of the fab, informative videos that make such great viewing. Cant wait for part two !!☺☺
Aside from the rookie mistake of wearing jeans for walking (in any weather), the last leg of the walk after going under the railway line was shown as nothing more than an electricity line on the OS map (black dotted line with pylons marked as circles)! But the video was very watchable and entertaining as always. Looking forward to the next attempt at reaching the station.
Cheers Paul. Yup thats a very good point and to be honest half the reason we turned back. We knew that the last km might be nothing buy boggy marsh with no real trackway.
The journey of the Fellowship of the Ring was a holidaytrip compared to your epic tour. Including the 'wild animals'. Eventhough a very nice video, great skys and landscape. Looking forward to your next exploration. Thanks and stay safe. 🚂
Thanks for taking me to Scotland for a few mins 👍🏻😊haven't been able to go this year cause of COVID ☹️. Will be looking out for your next vlog to see if you get there. 😊🍀🍀🍀
Da chi Yn Eryri? Dwy ar y pen Llyn. Maes telu fi Yn dod a byw Yn Ardal Llanberis. Mae Nain a Taid fi Yn cofio eiria 2' Yn yr gardd Yn y 1930's Yn Gwasstadnant. Mae rwy gen I am y cymraeg fi - ail iaith I fi. (Welsh weather)
Up here in the Highlands of Scotland a 10% chance of rain should always be assumed to be missing the extra 0 from 100%. Haste ye back though. If you've never done it the Glenfarg tunnels are fantastic too, would be well worth you visiting.
@@pwhitewick My Grandfather drove steam trains through them back in the 50's and 60's, was surreal walking through them decades later, they should make a proper walking attraction out of them given their condition.
It a real shame you never got to Gorton but when it doesn't go to plan... make the video even more interesting. It was still a enjoyable video. looking forward for the 2nd attempt when it happens.
@@pwhitewick Fine for a wet afternoon in Glasgow; for Rannoch Moor, not so much guys. Get the best gear you can afford, your lives might depend on it - literally. Not knocking you for a moment; you did the right thing in the end. Think about this though: if the wind caught one of you off balance and you fell, breaking an ankle, how long would you have waited, in that weather, for help, even assuming you had phone coverage at that point? You may need to 𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑦 rely on the weatherproof gear you choose. I'm no doom-monger guys and no elf + safety fanatic but you treat Rannoch Moor with a 𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍 kind of respect. 👍😁
@@pwhitewick NO NO NO!! Good quality breathable GORTEX waterproofs that may set you back a three figure sum each, not some disposable rubbish for a few quid, your lives may well depend on what you buy. Honestly guys, getting caught out on Rannoch Moor can be fatal, this isn't a stroll in a field in Surrey. You have found out what can happen in the blink of an eye with the weather, do not take any chances up there. Go prepared. Brush up on your navigation skills with something that doesn't depend on a mobile signal, i.e. a map and Silva compass. Ok you were on a track but if the cloud comes down and you loose the track your lifeline is your map and compass and ability to use them, even if it is sunny and clear use the map and compass as you go, build your skills. I'm sorry if this appears to be me harping on but when I did my walk I took advice from a colleague who was a Munro bagger so he was well versed in being out in that kind of terrain, I listened to him and followed his advice. I'll shut up now.
Aye, that's Scotland for you, all 4 seasons in one morning, I'm sorry you didn't make it to Gorton chums, hopefully, you can tick it off your list in 2021.
@@pwhitewick it’s in far better condition now with a refurb of the whole length finished in Jan this year from Mossdale to Gatehouse Station. Another good one which I’m currently working on is the old pilgrim route/drove road from Carsphairn to New Galloway.
Epic Fail, but great video! It's all about learning!👍 So proper walking gear, & loose the Denim! When its wet, ITS WET! Thanks for taking us with you guys!
Only thing that seemed to be missing was the midges. Really sorry you didn't make it but the decision to turn back was a good one. Pressonitis can quite often lead to a granduos mess. A thoroughly good watch though 👌
An excellent reference book and the author describes how the route planners got caught out by the weather, got lost, spent a night on the moor and very nearly perished.
@@juleshathaway3894 Yep, great book. The thing is, the weather that [Paul and Rebecca encountered wasn't that bad by Rannoch Moor standards. They absolutely made the correct decision in turning back. Once you're wet through, things tend 𝒏𝒐𝒕 to improve. I remember sitting near Corrour station in a bit of a storm, more wind than rain - still wet though. I was in the cab of a class 37 on a ballast working and the loco was shaking with the wind, actually moving from side to side. The thing I remember most was the noise; you couldn't hear the diesel. 😁
@@2H80vids Absolutely, this could've had Mountain Rescue Callout written all over it. When I did my walk 21 years ago the first day was brilliant sunshine. When I got there I moved about a good bit getting to different viewpoints, but after a short time I started to get cold quickly despite the sun all because of the wind. If you're not prepared it will bite you on the backside big style. It was overcast but not raining on the second day but I kept my Gortex trousers on the whole time I was still at Gorton and when I left and walked to Rannoch. My Gortex waterproofs cost over £300 which was a lot of money in 1999 but they were a necessity even if the forecast is sunny, so I hope Paul and Rebecca think again about the el-cheapo disposable ones from a pound shop which was suggested by someone else. Is the bear still in Crannoch Forest?? I never noticed if it was when I went that way last as I was on the fireman's side of the footplate of K4 61994....... www.jules-merlin27.com/Railways/A-K4-on-the-West-Highland-Line/i-4qvQhwr/A
@@pwhitewick They can't really leave though they are attached to us. Plus the last time I looked they spent 125% of their GDP annually so they'd be back for a loan...
At least the breathtaking scenery had to be some consolation. Better luck next time. There must be some days of nice weather in the height of summer.....🤔
Gorton was essentially a passing place. There was a platform, but no station buildings. It will be interesting to see what remains if you ever make it there!
"We do these things not because they are easy but because they are hard" I am not going to paraphrase such a great quote but you get my point. As for large livestock you roll the dice. If you've ever been chased down you'll know it's not a trivial event. Better luck next time.
I assumed it was Gorton in Manchester! This is totally different, apart from the rain. You are brave souls indeed but thanks for trying on our behalf. I know the ads contribute to funds but they're starting to be longer than your videos, a plea therefore to adjust your settings, ta.
Hmm. Number of disused stations visited on this trip = 0, a very long way to go to realise you've forgotten your coat. Think the best thing to do is to go through it on the train and photograph it as you go past, that would still count as visited in my book. Thanks for going so we don't have to and in this case I really mean it.
In the 70'sand 80's when travelling up to Mallaig for Skye Gortan was a block section and used as a passing place. No passengers but there was a coach used as a school if I remember correctly. . It was also interesting to seepass through it. Scots have a word for such weather if you can pronounce it properly. The word is "Dreich". The ch is pronounced as in the word Loch. Not a 'K' sound. Try it "Dree-ch". It means extremely wet and bleak.
I only watched this because of your expressions on the thumbnail. :D Just kidding. On saying that, very sorry about your wind. Do try again next year when you're better prepared. :) If you go around 11th of September next year, you'll catch the Highland Games at the same time. Hopefully, it will be a lot less windy, otherwise it will alter the scenery a tad, not to mention the video.
To the usual railway affectionado, Gorton Station would evoke thoughts of Beyer Peacock loco works (or perhaps even Myra Hindley!) not some squall blasted spot in this howling wilderness. You have my admiration for the long attempted trek from the car, not to say from your distant home base - although my guess is you went to Leadills et al when north of the border - but why a station there? Who were the passengers? Sheep? (or perhaps even bulls!!). If it was me, then I would quietly put that spot on the back burner until you have visted easier places, or even quietly brush the place under the carpet for the foreseeable. And perhaps after a repeat attempt you may find sweet FA at the location. Who knows? And if this is the most isolation station then where is the highest? Keep up the good work.
Some lovely shots of scottish sideways rain.
Who else chuckled when he said “wet weather gear is not needed in the highlands of Scotland”
Definitely. Though I do also wonder who had the chuckle of recognition there. Been there, done that got the soggy t-shirt and so on :)
I'm definitely one of them, but I'll agree with Rebecca: Very pretty landscape!
Another beautiful video of the Scottish country side! Thanks for putting yourselves through all of this Paul and Becka. Even though you couldn't make it. That was still really awesome. Good luck next time!
Welcome to Scotland. If you ever come back bring wet weather gear and shorts and some more wet weather gear and bring extra wet weather gear in case your wet weather gear gets wet
All very good advice.
Pretty much sounds like the usual Nürburgring Trip :->
And midge repellent and midge nets and extra ones incase the little bar stewards still get through
Please tell me those weren't jeans you were walking in?! If so, no wonder your legs were wet!
Wear shorts if it's warm, your legs dry quicker than material!
Take a survival bag, whistle, 1st aid kit, with you where ever you go and check mobile phone coverage where you're going and if it's ropey, take a PLB with you!
And spare a thought for all us posties - I walk between 16 and 22 km, 6 days a week, in all weather (usually bad October on)!
Yes I know that from personal experience. The weather can change so fast in the Highlands. One minute it’s blue skys and sunshine, 5 mins later it’s hammering it down and Gail force winds😂 love Scotland though it’s beautiful🙌🏼👍
you guys are a great couple . love your videos
Cheers
1:54 - "It's very windy!" to coin a phrase used elsewhere! Great video guys, as always.... Thanks for posting. Hope you make it next year.
It's never THAT windy up here!
Hello! I've stayed at Corrour and got lost walking from Spean Bridge to Corrour so I can completely relate to the way the weather can turn on you up there. There's always another day and waterproof over trousers
You guys should be on TV...Seriously...I don't think you know how well your presentations really are.
Thanks Lee. Very much appreciated
Well wasn’t that just fantastic. Love how you do this. It looked freezing cold. Felt so sorry for you. Thanks so much for taking me along. Please stay safe and take care
Positively EPIC. Stunning scenery and I do so hope that it will be second time lucky next year. Big respect for getting as far as you did.
When the weather goes bad we look for mushroom on the way back to the car. Keeps the wet hike worth the effort. I love your series and Rebecca s as well. Thank you
Trouble is, you need to know what mushrooms you are looking for!
Fascinating tea-time viewing over my home-made corned beef hash. I have never been to Gorton station but I have long memories of the Munros to the south of Rannoch Moor. Especially Beinn Achaladair which looks quite benign on the map (OS not telling the full story). However because it has so many more spectacular neighbours hardly anyone tries to climb it. There is no path and getting to the top is a 3000 ft slog up a steep slope through knee-deep tussocky grass. Back to the railway, it was not unknown in the past for the odd passenger on an evening or night train, who lived nowhere near a railway station, to pull the communication cord when he neared his destination. When someone does this the driver doesn't usually slam on the anchors and make a full-blown emergency stop, he will usually bring the train down to dead slow and cautiously proceed to the next distant signal. On a single line like that over Rannoch Moor the train would be quite safe as the driver would be in possession of the token, without which no other train is allowed on that section of track. At this point the culprit would quietly open the carriage door and disappear into the night. I was told servicemen on home leave were particularly prone to this flagrant rule breaking.
@Tony Maries - Indeed, and on one occasion this practice of pulling the cord sadly led to a major accident (Winsford 1948) when the signalman overlooked the stopped train and the guard didn't protect it promptly.
So beautiful. I love that you took it all so well -- true explorers. You are in our favourite part of the world. I've never been there in this life (my wife has). Thanks for the experience. Terry
Well guys I take my hat off to you both in your valiant attempt to get to Gorton, it’s such a shame that you went all that way without achieving your goal, but you made the right decision in turning back, I’m sure the fair weather gods will shine down on your next journey to Gorton’s disused station.
Looking forward to your next video, great work guys.
The way you mentioned how often the weather changes reminds me of hiking in Western Canada.
The weather is as unpredictable, the the scenery is as breathtaking. Keep up the good work!
What an adventure and such a remarkable landscape - fingers crossed for your next attempt! Really enjoyable film.
Cheerams Edward. Definitely back next year
You guys are so dedicated to providing really interesting videos.
The joy of being in scotland, you never really know what your gonna get, part of the fun, i'm sure you'll make it another time.
The one thing all Scots know is we get the four seasons in one day here!
Better luck next year!
Great video again Paul and Rebecca!
A few years ago, there was a derailment on that line, no one was injured, but the unfortunate class 66 couldn't be recovered due to the remote part of the line having no road access. It was a tourist attraction for a while, but eventually was cut up. The great thing was, one less 66, hurray! I would have been sad if it had been a decent loco, like a 37 or 47! It was at Loch Treig , I was on a SRPS railtour and we slowed down to see it.
It was hauled by a 47 to Fort William, and returned by 2 Black Fives from the Jacobite.
Horizontal rain. The joys. Here are my rules of walking.
1. Never wear jeans.
2. Never wear shorts
3. Always have waterproof jacket and trousers even in the middle of summer
4. Carry food and water
5. Leave a note on your car where you are going and what time you expect to be back
6. Carry spare socks
Good rules to go by
Did a tour of the U.K.four years ago.Even as a Canadian the cold and wind in Scotland ,in July,was a surprise.
I remember being up there years ago (when the signalbox was still open!) and the fog came down. Had to spend 3 nights in a tent unable to move as visibility was down below 50m. Happy days ...
Great attempt. You two are such troopers. Thanks for taking us along.
Another picturesque adventure! Thanks for braving the elements on our behalf.
Great stuff, alledgedly the reason it rains so much up here is because the big fella upstairs is so proud of his creation he likes to wash it regularly 👍🏻😊 (I spent a few months at the station house at Corrour when the syha had the lease on it and it certainly is a bonny part of the world)
Thanks for another video guys I do admire your perseverance I'd have stopped miles back take care stay well and safe.
Only one thing for it..... another trip AND another video. Cheers guys. The lengths you two go to, to provide us all entertainment :)
You two are amazing people.
i feel that in the UK a 10% chance of rain, really means that it WILL BE RAINING 10% of the time today.
Wow what an adventure though guys. Loved all of your Scotish adventures so far.
Cheers Shaun
Shame you didn't get there but a location that has always fascinated me whenever I've travelled along the West Highland Line to Fort William. A very lonely location for the signalman when the box was still in use
Well I’d like to tell you a story back in 1985 myself and two friends managed to get off the train at that station or should I say the driver agreed to slow down and let us jump but it is nice to see the landscape without 2 foot of snow over it. It was packs first and then jump down the bank...
Anyone who has read the classic "West Highland Railway" by John Thomas will remember the story of the surveying party who literally got "Lost on Rannoch Moor" and nearly died before one of their number found the Gorton cottage. They were 7 hardy - or foolhardy - Victorians, some with hats and umbrellas! In January! You chose a more sensible time of year.
Not the first person to suggest this reading material. I had best check it out
Well guys, if it's not the midges, it's the changing weather by the minute, that's the Scottish Highlands for you. But good call to turn back, as all too often you can find yourself dealing with a deteriorating situation which I found out to my cost many years ago when checking out Ben Nevis. Great vlog guys, & glad my two favourite geeks get to make another. Regards Rural Geeze.
Yup wrong time of year up on Ben Nevis could be quite a significant issue. We will be back in 2021.... no doubt still wearing the same footwear 😁
@@pwhitewick Well the way you two are going u'll probably wear them out before then, but once the soles start to wear or they're no longer waterproof,e-mail me & I'll see about getting replacements for you. Remember the saying, "If in doubt, leave it out", & you should stay safe. Regards Rural Geeze. x
What a walk! WOW! Super film. Hope you make it next year
9:45 That has now become a classic shot!
I have been fortunate to have visited/ worked in gorton loop as it is now, as a railwayman . the loop was reinstated in the early 90s for the use of the engineers and is still in operation. when the signaling staff were employed it was a man /wife job one did the early and the other the late shift. Rannoch and Corrour were the same.
Thanks James. What era are you referring to with the man and wife shift?
The token block signaling was upgraded in late 60s when BR brought in STB (scottish Tokenless Block) which ran from Crianlarich (my station) to Rannoch station allowing the intermediate stations to be closed at quiet times of the day , it was then the crossing loop was closed. It could be a pain in the rear for the Signalman at Crianlarich as the section time from Rannoch to Crianlarich was 55 m to ih 10m depending what class of train it was. I was latterly RDR (rest Day Rlf) Signalman for Corrour, Rannoch Bridge of Orchy , Tyndrum Upper, Ardlui Arrochar. and Glen Douglas.@@pwhitewick
Beautiful Place Nice Walk Cheers
we are never done learning'' so they say ''. I've been to Scotland over 50 times, i have walked, peddle cycled, motored and even been on 4 day luxury rail holidays. I have learned. never trust the weather or forecast. Good on ya and very sensible to turn back. I'm sure you will get to Gorton even though I've never heard of it. I have just looked at my pre grouping rail atlas and have found the crossing. yeah go do it but next time at a better time of year....if there is one.. lol.
I thought Gorton station in Manchester was still in service! You had me fooled for a minute.
Haha.... renamed for that very reason
Good one Rebecca Madam and Paul Sir.Really enjoyed the vlog.
Aye, welcome to the reliability of a Scottish Weather Forecast; made mainly for towns folk, apparently. Nothing like catching the glint of horizontal, often upwards, rain on the high moorlands. I think we're all saying "Next Year" Paul. A pity it wasn't to be, this time. Haste ye back, baith o' ye! Cheers Paul and Rebecca!
Valiant effort, you will get there ! 👍
The LNER had a policy of not having two stations on their network with the same name. This was not just to avoid confusing the public, but also to avoid any confusion in internal correspondence or instructions.
Scotland: You just have to love it...wind, gales, blizzards, sleet, sun...and that's before lunchtime.
Winter is just around the corner what do you expect palm trees and sun baked beaches .
@@murraygiles3191 Who mentioned winter? I was alluding to summer...
You know what they say “ fail to plan plan to fail”......... this did give me a chuckle. Better luck next time.
We were on holiday on Skye, a few years ago - the weather was absolutely terrible one day, but the owner of the B&B we were staying in said it wasn’t rain, it was atmosphere!
wow great to see - reminds me of walking up Ben Nevis with all the weather changes. bring on 2021
Top marks for effort, shame about the weather. I was traveling from Fort William to Glasgow a few weeks ago and notice the passing loop at Gorton. I had a no idea they'd ever been a station there!
A beautiful trip! Still not done it ourselves
Great video, and a very good effort by both of you, that was hard going I can tell (sitting here in my fairly cosy lounge). Hope you will make it next time!
Glad you are both ok,and as beautiful as The Highlands are it is deceptively rough.
well done you did your best xx the train looked nice
Came back here from Geoff's West Highland Line helicopter video 😀
Mountain bikes next time perhaps. Or maybe the land owner will see this and give you permission to drive up to the site in a 4×4.
Well done Paul and Rebecca for getting as far as you did. Good video, yet again. 10 outta 10. Where next?
Cuckoo Line!
@@pwhitewick polgate to erridge line ?
@@jondwyer3037 that's the one
@@pwhitewick Yay,looking forwards to watch that.
We have taken three multi day hiking/biking vacations in Scotland, mostly in September. We had beautiful sunny weather for the vast majority of the time and never anything you would call a rain storm--no ,really ;-)
Well this came up in my feed, living in the Highlands this looked quite calm 🤣
Anyway, enjoyed it guys so subscribed 👍
Welcome Hugh... back this year!
Great video as always, and a good call to turn back. Gorton will be there next year, but lost on the moor, you would not!! and we would be deprived of the fab, informative videos that make such great viewing. Cant wait for part two !!☺☺
Loved this and thank you
Wonderfull content so so near but so so far the highlands weather has many years ago caught me out aswell loved it.
Aside from the rookie mistake of wearing jeans for walking (in any weather), the last leg of the walk after going under the railway line was shown as nothing more than an electricity line on the OS map (black dotted line with pylons marked as circles)! But the video was very watchable and entertaining as always. Looking forward to the next attempt at reaching the station.
Cheers Paul. Yup thats a very good point and to be honest half the reason we turned back. We knew that the last km might be nothing buy boggy marsh with no real trackway.
Sassenach in Scotland LOVE IT LOL
The journey of the Fellowship of the Ring was a holidaytrip compared to your epic tour. Including the 'wild animals'.
Eventhough a very nice video, great skys and landscape. Looking forward to your next exploration. Thanks and stay safe. 🚂
Thanks for taking me to Scotland for a few mins 👍🏻😊haven't been able to go this year cause of COVID ☹️. Will be looking out for your next vlog to see if you get there. 😊🍀🍀🍀
That weather forecast sounds like some of our winter ones. "30% chance of flurries" can result in 3 inches of snow.
Da chi Yn Eryri? Dwy ar y pen Llyn. Maes telu fi Yn dod a byw Yn Ardal Llanberis. Mae Nain a Taid fi Yn cofio eiria 2' Yn yr gardd Yn y 1930's Yn Gwasstadnant.
Mae rwy gen I am y cymraeg fi - ail iaith I fi.
(Welsh weather)
The station was not achieved I believe, though you are simply heroes. The vlog is so well reported.CHEERS
Up here in the Highlands of Scotland a 10% chance of rain should always be assumed to be missing the extra 0 from 100%. Haste ye back though. If you've never done it the Glenfarg tunnels are fantastic too, would be well worth you visiting.
Cheers Kevin. Yup we did those too. Probably get that edited in the next few weeks
@@pwhitewick My Grandfather drove steam trains through them back in the 50's and 60's, was surreal walking through them decades later, they should make a proper walking attraction out of them given their condition.
It a real shame you never got to Gorton but when it doesn't go to plan... make the video even more interesting. It was still a enjoyable video. looking forward for the 2nd attempt when it happens.
Cheers Simon. Definitely 2021
Rain in Scotland?! As a Scot, I can tell you that it is very rare. :-D
ha ha ha!
You made the right call , you can visit another day
Poundland disposable waterproofs are worth adding to your bag, also available from ebay etc.
Yup just purchased a few pairs.
@@pwhitewick Fine for a wet afternoon in Glasgow; for Rannoch Moor, not so much guys. Get the best gear you can afford, your lives might depend on it - literally.
Not knocking you for a moment; you did the right thing in the end. Think about this though: if the wind caught one of you off balance and you fell, breaking an ankle, how long would you have waited, in that weather, for help, even assuming you had phone coverage at that point?
You may need to 𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑦 rely on the weatherproof gear you choose.
I'm no doom-monger guys and no elf + safety fanatic but you treat Rannoch Moor with a 𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍 kind of respect. 👍😁
@@pwhitewick NO NO NO!! Good quality breathable GORTEX waterproofs that may set you back a three figure sum each, not some disposable rubbish for a few quid, your lives may well depend on what you buy. Honestly guys, getting caught out on Rannoch Moor can be fatal, this isn't a stroll in a field in Surrey. You have found out what can happen in the blink of an eye with the weather, do not take any chances up there. Go prepared. Brush up on your navigation skills with something that doesn't depend on a mobile signal, i.e. a map and Silva compass. Ok you were on a track but if the cloud comes down and you loose the track your lifeline is your map and compass and ability to use them, even if it is sunny and clear use the map and compass as you go, build your skills.
I'm sorry if this appears to be me harping on but when I did my walk I took advice from a colleague who was a Munro bagger so he was well versed in being out in that kind of terrain, I listened to him and followed his advice.
I'll shut up now.
Search for the last great railway station in the Scottish Highlands . Sounds like a Holmes and Watson adventure .
Nice video, lovely place.
Love to go to Scotland
Be more afraid of the cows more dangerous than the bulls.
Oooooh very good point
Indeed. You can run away from a bull but cows can crush you to death.
Aye, that's Scotland for you, all 4 seasons in one morning, I'm sorry you didn't make it to Gorton chums, hopefully, you can tick it off your list in 2021.
Try Loch Skerrow station in Galloway ..... remote but easily accessible on foot or bike.
Loch Skerrow? Completed it mate....
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@@pwhitewick it’s in far better condition now with a refurb of the whole length finished in Jan this year from Mossdale to Gatehouse Station.
Another good one which I’m currently working on is the old pilgrim route/drove road from Carsphairn to New Galloway.
Epic Fail, but great video!
It's all about learning!👍
So proper walking gear, & loose the Denim!
When its wet, ITS WET!
Thanks for taking us with you guys!
Lovely views and right decision made better to come back another day properly kitted out 🤿
Only thing that seemed to be missing was the midges. Really sorry you didn't make it but the decision to turn back was a good one. Pressonitis can quite often lead to a granduos mess. A thoroughly good watch though 👌
I had to google that word before the penny dropped. Yup agreed.
Great to see the our lovely Scottish weather but I'd not tackle that in the weather
"The West Highland Railway", by John Thomas, is a great source, with several references to 'Gorton (Gortan)' station.
Thanks Kevin, I'll take a look.
@@pwhitewick Yep, pretty much the "definitive work" on the West Highland. You should be able to pick up a decent 2nd hand paperback for a £1. 😁
An excellent reference book and the author describes how the route planners got caught out by the weather, got lost, spent a night on the moor and very nearly perished.
@@juleshathaway3894 Yep, great book. The thing is, the weather that [Paul and Rebecca encountered wasn't that bad by Rannoch Moor standards. They absolutely made the correct decision in turning back. Once you're wet through, things tend 𝒏𝒐𝒕 to improve.
I remember sitting near Corrour station in a bit of a storm, more wind than rain - still wet though. I was in the cab of a class 37 on a ballast working and the loco was shaking with the wind, actually moving from side to side.
The thing I remember most was the noise; you couldn't hear the diesel. 😁
@@2H80vids Absolutely, this could've had Mountain Rescue Callout written all over it. When I did my walk 21 years ago the first day was brilliant sunshine. When I got there I moved about a good bit getting to different viewpoints, but after a short time I started to get cold quickly despite the sun all because of the wind. If you're not prepared it will bite you on the backside big style. It was overcast but not raining on the second day but I kept my Gortex trousers on the whole time I was still at Gorton and when I left and walked to Rannoch. My Gortex waterproofs cost over £300 which was a lot of money in 1999 but they were a necessity even if the forecast is sunny, so I hope Paul and Rebecca think again about the el-cheapo disposable ones from a pound shop which was suggested by someone else. Is the bear still in Crannoch Forest?? I never noticed if it was when I went that way last as I was on the fireman's side of the footplate of K4 61994.......
www.jules-merlin27.com/Railways/A-K4-on-the-West-Highland-Line/i-4qvQhwr/A
Shame you didn't make it, but wise turning back when you did. Keep up the good work great video
Watching all this beautiful landscape makes me realise it'll be heartbreaking if Scotland leaves the UK
Indeed yes, but to be fair, I kinda don't blame them.
@@pwhitewick me neither, I hope the government can turn things around and give them what they want and need
@@pwhitewick I do blame them. And I'm one of them. Those idiots in Holyrood Do Not speak for us.
@@pwhitewick They can't really leave though they are attached to us. Plus the last time I looked they spent 125% of their GDP annually so they'd be back for a loan...
WELCOME TO SCOTLAND! NOT LIKE THE TOURIST VIDEO'S IS IT?? :)
Awesome video you two!! Can almost smell that wind through the screen 😜😂
GLOVEEEES.......... it was a tad windy indeedy.
At least the breathtaking scenery had to be some consolation. Better luck next time. There must be some days of nice weather in the height of summer.....🤔
I love it when people make the right & proper decisions. If at first you don´t succeed...
.....try again in 2021
Gorton was essentially a passing place. There was a platform, but no station buildings. It will be interesting to see what remains if you ever make it there!
Check out the link at my comment further up.
"We do these things not because they are easy but because they are hard"
I am not going to paraphrase such a great quote but you get my point. As for large livestock you roll the dice. If you've ever been chased down you'll know it's not a trivial event. Better luck next time.
The thing is: Rebecca wouldn't need to outrun the bull, just outrun Paul. 😁
I know, I'll get my coat.
10 out of 10 for your efforts guys - it would be harsh to give you a lower score for your results given the state of the weather !! 😎😱
I'll take that thanks Stephen.
Great video.
Thanks Richard
I assumed it was Gorton in Manchester! This is totally different, apart from the rain. You are brave souls indeed but thanks for trying on our behalf.
I know the ads contribute to funds but they're starting to be longer than your videos, a plea therefore to adjust your settings, ta.
Oh god I forgot the cull them. Done. RUclips chucks loads in as standard. I then edit them down. I completely. Forgot. Cheers
Gorton in Manchester is even more bleak and unwelcoming! lol
Hmm. Number of disused stations visited on this trip = 0, a very long way to go to realise you've forgotten your coat. Think the best thing to do is to go through it on the train and photograph it as you go past, that would still count as visited in my book. Thanks for going so we don't have to and in this case I really mean it.
The bull's not going to bother you, it's the werewolves you need to worry about. :D
Erm.....
As an old Scottish friend would say...."och hellish"
Eye
Nice weather! Five seasons a day!
In the 70'sand 80's when travelling up to Mallaig for Skye Gortan was a block section and used as a passing place. No passengers but there was a coach used as a school if I remember correctly. . It was also interesting to seepass through it. Scots have a word for such weather if you can pronounce it properly. The word is "Dreich". The ch is pronounced as in the word Loch. Not a 'K' sound. Try it "Dree-ch". It means extremely wet and bleak.
preparation: vital
(can confirm)
Preparation: Fail.
I only watched this because of your expressions on the thumbnail. :D Just kidding. On saying that, very sorry about your wind. Do try again next year when you're better prepared. :) If you go around 11th of September next year, you'll catch the Highland Games at the same time. Hopefully, it will be a lot less windy, otherwise it will alter the scenery a tad, not to mention the video.
To the usual railway affectionado, Gorton Station would evoke thoughts of Beyer Peacock loco works (or perhaps even Myra Hindley!) not some squall blasted spot in this howling wilderness. You have my admiration for the long attempted trek from the car, not to say from your distant home base - although my guess is you went to Leadills et al when north of the border - but why a station there? Who were the passengers? Sheep? (or perhaps even bulls!!). If it was me, then I would quietly put that spot on the back burner until you have visted easier places, or even quietly brush the place under the carpet for the foreseeable. And perhaps after a repeat attempt you may find sweet FA at the location. Who knows? And if this is the most isolation station then where is the highest? Keep up the good work.
We did the highest just a few weeks ago. Leadhills.
My kind of walk (back in the day!)