I Went On A Solo Female Van Life Trip In Scotland
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I went on a solo female van life trip in Scotland. Today I'll be taking a solo trip in Scotland's countryside and travelling by van and exploring an area of Scotland which is often bypassed by many as they set their sights on Scotland's highlands and islands.
Dumfries and Galloway is a beautiful part of Scotland and I spend a couple of days enjoying a Scotland road trip in a different part of the Galloway Forest Park, the UK's largest forest!
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This was such a fun trip in southern Scotland, is this an area that you have visited before?
Absolutely fantastic
Woudl you believe that watching your videos has made us decide to visit Scotland in June of this year. And that is quite a trip for us, since we live in SE Asia in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia. Can’t wait to visit Scotland’s Whisky distilleries, forests, lochs and glens. Thanks for the inspiration, Ruth!
I’m so happy to hear that! I hope you have the most wonderful trip! ❤
Don't forget your raincoats ;)
Watch out for the wild haggis, they make crocs seem domesticated.
At Age 92 i drove this road 61 years ago whilst climbing in the western Highlands and there was only a couple of cottages.Part of the road was only 2 tracts and NO PASSING PLACES.Ruth thank you again for bring back very happy memories to a very elderly man with your films
I’m so pleased you’re enjoying the videos!
Empire biscuits used to be called German biscuits, but because of the war, they were named Empire biscuits.
I think Scottish Tourism ought to be paying you a wage................ for your fantastic videos, a must watch for anyone visiting Scotland.
So glad you are enjoying them! Always appreciate your lovely comments, thank you! ❤️
Totally agree, you have a real talent for this. Well done.
Aye, ms Watts. She's rather fond of letting ya know where she is.
Agree 100% You are so amazing and giving free guide on what to do in Scotland.
You have truly inspired me, I’ve been wanting to buy a camper van and travel around Scotland, and discover my routes, my grandparents were from Fife, before they passed they told me to explore Scotland, but being busy working as a clinician in the nhs I barely get time off. Also as a single man thought that on my own it wouldn’t be much fun, but watching you has inspired me to do it on my own, so thank you, best wishes Benjamin McGregor
I visited Scotland in the 80s, we stayed in a bed n breakfast at a dumfries farm. 3 of us for £10 including a huge breakfast too big to eat! It's so beautiful! Good luck.
Hi Ruth my wife and I camped at penpont and travelled around Dunfress.We found a forest called theA frorest which had a lot carved animals on or walk.Sadly my wife as died in the last month and would have enjoyed you vidoes.We both loved traveling around many parts of Scotland ,we live in the South of England near the windmills of the South downs at a village called Clayton ..The windmills are called Jack& Jill.Take care Ruth and thank you.
I know that forest, it’s very nice and I think it has good mountain biking. I’m sorry to hear the news of your wife. It’s nice you have special memories ❤️
@patrickwilcox5358 - so sorry to hear that your wife has died but your memories of your trips to Scotland, and of living in such a lovely part of the world, will keep you company. I know the Jack and Jill windmills up on the Southdowns' Way - I have walked the way both with my partner, and alone (apart from my dog) many years ago.
I only discovered your channel today, Scotland is close to my heart living on the fringes of Dumfries. I have been hill walking for a number of years. I am drawn to the Border hills up between Cappercleuch and Tweedsmuir, lovely rolling hills.I travel into the Highlands each May and do a circuit by van that takes in many walks along the way. Thanks for sharing your adventures.
Thanks so much, it’s a lovely area!
Living in the North of England with a strong Scottish heritage, I've always loved Scotland, and the Highlands and the west coast are magical places for me. I don't normally comment on RUclips videos but finding your videos and seeing your trips has inspired me to get out and do some solo road trips myself, your videos are excellent and as someone has already said, you should be doing this professionally and getting paid by the Scottish tourist board! Looking forward to viewing more ❤
Awww, thank you so much! So glad to hear that and hope you have a wonderful time on your trips!
Great video again Ruth magnificent scenery
Thanks Declan!
Your vidéos are absolutly Amazing. Thanks for share them . Landscapes are do beautifull. I would like do to visit this fabulous country. Thanks to you.
Thanks for watching and I’m glad to hear you like the videos! ❤️
Absolutely amazing video again Ruth beautiful scenery all around Dumfries and Galloway , thanks for sharing 😊
Thanks so much for watching! Dumfries and Galloway is really lovely 😍
@@ruthaisling you are welcome I watch most of your videos they are really great, I live in Dumfries and it’s such a beautiful place 😍
I am told that the naming of monkey shoulder whiskey comes from the workers in the distillery where they would shovel around the malt while roasting/drying. Heavy work and one gets strong shoulders!
And yes the whiskey is very tasty!
What a great name for the whisky!
A very nice drop.
Haha Monkeys Shoulder is an 'ok' whisky😅
#2 That was a wonderful story and I get to see some of my grandfather's country. Thank you for doing the walking for me. 💗
You are welcome, glad you could travel a little through the video!
So nice seeing you enjoying your own trip!
Thanks Ruth l thoroughly enjoyed your trip through Dumfries and Galloway. I've traveled the coast but not into the interior so l will revisit. Bramble jam, millionaire shortbread and empire biscuits are delicious particularly after a walk in the hills. There is a park in Glasgow that has an abundance of wild garlic which is so lush this time of year but l didn't realise you could use it for pesto. In Scotland are we so ignorant of nature's abundance around us. I must give it a try.
So glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for watching! Good luck with your pesto!
That was such a great video, I really felt like I was walking with you. Thank you so much for sharing it with us.
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Glad you enjoyed it! ❤️
Nice to watch this, as all i normally see is the road between Gretna and Cairnryan, beautiful as it is.
Love your videos Ruth- I am l slowly working through all of them. I have been lucky enough to see an otter on the island of Arran - in Kildonan, it literally crossed the path in front of us- we couldn’t believe it!
Great video Ruth. Fantastic to see the walk around Loch Trool is open again. It was shut most of last year due to logging. One of my favourite places. Although having been hundreds of times I did not know about the White Cairn, I must visit that. Thanks for sharing. Atb Dave
Oh I didn’t know it was shut! It’s looking good now. I wasn’t aware about that tomb until I spotted it on the map, it’s definitely worth a visit!
Lovely scenes, and yummy foods. The Merrick climb was a fun adventure. Really enjoyed this video, one of your best. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much! ❤
I only found your channel a few weeks ago and I was immediately impressed by how professional they feel. You could definitely front a travel documentary in my opinion!
My only complain is all the delicious-looking baked goods that make me really want to give up on my weight-loss mission... But that's okay.
Also, the pesto looked amazing, and I hope your experiences in France didn't put you off adventures in other parts of Europe. Would you consider trips to other parts of the UK and Ireland? Not that Scotland isn't enough, it's an amazing country.
Thanks for watching the videos Michael! Yes I’m half Irish and visit Ireland often but haven’t ever filmed anything there yet! Maybe soon!
Lovely vlog.
Glad the onboard whisky tasting combined with seasickness hasn't dulled your enthusiasm for a dram.
😂😂
Ruth you’re amazing love watching your videos
Haha, yes, I noticed ‘Hiya’ as well when I was walking the West Highland Way last year and I’m now saying it myself as well.
Great video, thank you!!
Hi Ruth, the pasta you made with wild garlic pesto was very nice to me and don't forget to chew a clove for avoiding garlicy smell after eating that meal. The area wasn't only natural gem also a historical site that was hosted to the wars between the troops and the memory of that soldier about the spider's web in the cave was incredible. Best regards from Turkey, take care :)
Thank you, glad you enjoyed the video!
Thanks once again Ruth for another fabulous Vlog.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Loved watching your excursions and look forward to the next.
Glad you like them! More to come.. thanks for watching.
That shortbread looks amazing, another brilliant video,I definitely need to go to Scotland again and do some walking
Can we get a tour of your hometown? Also, check out Compass Box blended Scotch. Non chill filtered and non colored so you get the pure expression of the whisky. A lot of Scotch whisky is colored because people think a darker whisky is better and chilled filtered to make the whisky clear.
Thanks for the recommendation. This video is near my hometown. I won’t share exactly where I’m from online for safety reasons. Hope you can understand! 🙏
@@ruthaislingOh yeah, I didn’t think about it and completely understand your reasoning. Safety first. Love the videos.
Thanks for the Videos' Ruth!
Thanks Victor!
Hiya! 🤣
There are otter pools not far from Clatteringshaws as well. But the only place I’ve seen them are on beaches on Mull.
Inspiring video, and great to see you so happy😁👍
Yes I think the raiders road might still be closed for the season. It’ll probably be open again soon
You had me at shortbread! And the the Monkey Shoulder too! Ruth, another great video. I started drinking whisky for our first Scotland trip in 2016. And spent a ton of money on the single malts. By accident I bought Suntory Toki, a blend and it was delicious. My son gifted me Monkey Shoulder and as you found out many blends are as good or better than the single malts, and cheaper too. Thanks for showcasing southern Scotland, my brother and I have added it to our 2025 trip...all the best!! (What a great laugh as you "milked the cow)
Thanks Jeffrey! Glad to hear you are enjoying the whiskies too!
Great video Ruth thank you for all your local info as you went along.
Glad you enjoyed it!
My nan was Scottish and i fondly remember visiting in 2001 at 11. Loved every second of it. Such a beautiful Country. I hope to visit again someday.
Ruth: You had me at " I am going to this store to pick up some local items" I love anything with short bread. I had to stop the video to regain my composure. "I am tasting this blend" you are so delightfully entertaining. What a physical workout. Love seeing your happy glow. Thank you and be safe.
THE best Scottish channel EVER!! 🏴
Thank you Andrew!
We say G'day ,as all Aussies would say.
Gorgeous scenery ,a lovely episode ❤
Glad you enjoyed it!
Nice to see you back on the road 👍
Thanks John, it was great to go on another trip!
Fantastic video huge respect.
Thanks so much Jeff!
If available, a wide-angle lens will allow reduced exposure time, cleaning up starlight photography.
This is perhaps trickier on phones & digital cameras, but might still be doable.
Very life affirming. Thank you 😊
Thank you very much for sharing your adventure back on Scottish soil, a lovely area Ruth ....just what I need before the return to work tomorrow ❤
Glad you enjoyed it!
Hi Ruth. If you're still struggling to spot otters, Strontian, 12 miles from Ardgour (Corran Ferry) is the only place I've seen one, although there is an otter hide at the Glenelg Ferry, Kylerhea, Skye.
Thanks so much for the recommendation!
Would love to see you over in Ireland. The Irish would make you very welcome and us Australians living here would happily buy you a pint of Guinness.
I’m half Irish so I’ll definitely film some videos over there sometime
I think it’s a blended malt as oppose to a blend which also contains grain whisky. Grain whisky on its own can be pretty good.
Outstanding! Wow! The Dumfries/Galloway Forest Area & Loch Trool is so beautiful. The view from the hillside looking down on the Loch was spectacular! Also, the wind on this hike really made this adventure even more wild & exciting! Hiking up the hillside to the top of the Merrick was also quite thrilling! Then, seeing the amazing view at the top was truly breathtaking! What a view! I am sure Old John would have loved that view as well! I can imagine him now, leaning on his stick, munching on his Oat Cakes & hummus, gazing in wonder at one of the bonniest views in Scotland. Aaaah! LOL. Along with that, your dinner looked delicious Ruth. Just mouth watering! Wild garlic? Who knew? I love garlic too, so I would really love to try this dish sometime. Mmmm! I'll just be sure not to kiss anyone after my dinner. Well maybe just my dog! He seems to love me no matter what! LOL.
Even beyond all of that beauty, was the breathtaking view from under the carpet of the myriad of stars, twinkling in the dark night Sky! Spectacular! I'm sure Old John would have loved that too. Aye! 'Tis true! If only Old John had managed to hold on for just another couple of centuries or so, he could have also been marveling at those bright sparkling 'diamonds' in that magical night sky. And, who knows,, maybe even sharing in a wee 'monkey dram,' & some Bramble Crumpets. LOL Alas, though, 'twas not meant to be. Aye lassie!(I thought it was about that time again, to give 'Old John' another wee remembrance in appreciation of his legendary long life!) Although, I am sure you were entranced by all of this, even without Old John's company! Indeed! Who wouldn't? Well, Ruth this was a very unique & delightful experience! Thank you for sharing it with us! Especially in showcasing a lesser known, but very beautiful part of Scotland. Blessings to you Ruth!
Maybe Old John did climb the Merrick, it’s not too far from Wanlockhead. He might have had a wee day trip there back in the day when he had a day off from the mines! 😂
@@ruthaisling I believe Old John would have done just that! Spunkster that he was! LOL. Have a nice day Ruth!
Never considered Scotland as a possible travel destination until I recently discovered your videos. Been to England a couple of times, but you've made me realize Scotland is entirely different and totally worth a visit. As a Norwegian I should probably have known better. 😅 Thanks for the amazing videos.
You will love Scotland and our weather!!
Hi Ruth, really enjoying your videos! Myself & a friend climbed up Merrick back in 1979, we parked in St John's Town of Dalry & on the way we stayed in a mountain bothy, it was great apart from the midges, it was Summer & some lads from a nearby town joined us. They brought beer, a huge stove & the ingredients for a huge fry up which they shared with us, well me really as my friend insisted on having his Ellis Brigham mountain meals. Really enjoyed staying in the bothy with it's simplicity, I watched your bothy video, a much nicer experience in the Summer! Thanks very much for your videos, Steve
That sounds like a great experience and glad to hear you’ve hiked up the Merrick too! I’ll maybe try a bothy in the summer next time!
4:04 it reminds me of the book “Ring of Bright Water”.
I've been fortunate enough to photograph wild North American river otters in the wild. I got some great photos of them. I hope to see them again.
Wow that’s incredible!
Your video is absolutely amazing. The landscape are beautiful area. 👍
Thank you very much!
Really enjoyed your video thank you😊
Glad you enjoyed it!
Such beautiful parts of southern Scotland love the very beautiful Loch Trool and the hike up the Merrick. I once climbed up the Ben More near Crianlarich many years ago that was fun doing a Munro :) When hikers meet in Denmark we often say Hej (Hi) love your choice of music (Niteworks) found it on spotify....Thank you for sharing this adventure.
Enjoy the music!!
Excellent video and commentary.
Thanks Anthony!
Great video Ruth! Looks like your upgrades in your van are working great! I love Scottish shortbread! All the sweets you got look delicious! Beautiful views from the top of the mountain you hiked. Thank you for taking us along!❤
Thanks so much!
Love the scottish wilderness. Another great video Ruth X❤
Thanks for watching, I love it too!
Thanks again Ruth great video just amazing 👍
Thanks for watching!
Talk about positive thinking! Here you are, grass still frost burned, trees completely bare, not any new green growth to be seen, snow still on the ground, certainly no later in the year than March, you're being subjected to an 'icy blast' and you're calling it spring... well, spring certainly hadn't sprung, had it? Truly admirable you are, that's what I say.... and by the way, the Merrick is really one of the most boring hills to walk in all Scotland. The only thing it has to recommend it is the view from the top. Otherwise it's just a lump; perhaps a big lump, but just a lump nevertheless.
Great video 🎉🎉🎉
Thank you 🤗
Nice keep them coming Ruth
My knowledge about Scotland is gaining from your RUclips video. It's amazing no one coming during your hiking. You could conquer all of beautiful scene by yourself. I'm happy to be able to see your relaxed journey. Keep going and have a good trip.
Thanks so much, glad to hesr you are learning more about Scotland!
In the Czech Republic used to be musician group Nightwork 😀
Love your videos Ruth! 🩵
Thank you! ❤️
My dad was born in Dumfries and Galloway but left before the war and never came back, marrying my English mum down South after demob. He never spoke much about his early life before he died, and I've never been - so thanks for this, it certainly is a beautiful part of the world which I will visit!
Glad you got to see some of the area your dad was from, do you know where in Galloway?
Beautiful, amazing videos and so skillfully edited. I always get in a good mood watching these. Power and energy to you from far away in Finland ♥️
Thank you, glad you are enjoying the videos, that means a lot!
Great watch Ruth. Thanks so much. 😊😊
Glad you enjoyed it!
@@ruthaisling very much. Never visited that area of Scotland. On my list now. Loved the history side of the vlog. Take care and look forward to the next installment x
Nice one Ruth, what a blend, on the road with the campervan, hiking to historical sites, soaking in the beauty of Scotland, with your wonderful Scottish accent, love it.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!
Ruth I think you are so brave to go everywhere on your own x
Wow great video Ruth
Thank you! 😃
Glad to see you enjoying your travels again after the Continental debacle. Clever of you to explore such a lovely area before the summer horde arrives. Makes such a difference , imo. I've sailed that coast a few times in my youth & visited Kirkcudbright for an arts festival during which you could visit all sorts of artsy/crafty studios. I think you might enjoy it. Funny you mention "monkey shoulder" ; my Weegie friend used to complain that he was getting monkey shoulder from working the winches on the boat. Had no idea of the whisky maker origin till years later. Kudos for supporting Wild & their brilliant eco-packaging.
Monkey Shoulder is a new one on me, I had to look it up. I'm not sure about the afliction, but it's name is much funniier than Tenis Elbow and Housmaid's Knee.
That must have been lovely sailing into Kirkcudbright!
@@ruthaisling Actually we chickened out of the planned sail to the isle of Man because of dodgy weather & rode to Kirkcudbright in a van full of hippies we met in Stranraer. Highly recommend the town, though. I'd love to see a video on the path down the Ayr coast. Doesn't have the rugged majesty of the Highlands, but some lovely beaches & wee port towns.Not to mention endless ruined castles built to ward off those pesky Irish & Viking invaders...lol... Ditto for The Isle of Man to which I've still never been. You ?
Enjoyed that video and you may be right about this area being overlooked. I'm in Glasgow and instinctively head north when I go on a day or weekend trip. Maybe I should travel south on occasion. Can't beat a bit of millionaires shortbread however the empire biscuit was my wife's favourite. Cancer took her and my trips are a little lonelier but I will keep going on them just maybe not as many.
Today I enjoyed a short hike around the foot of Ben Lomond and my dog enjoyed his swim in the loch.
Talking about elevation changes..... At the top of The Merrick you are only just a few hundred feet above to lowest point of the Grand Canyon.
If you like walks there are some great walks in the Galloway forest park and you can access it from Ayrshire so it’s not too far from you. Sorry to hear about your wife, cancer is just so awful. 😥
@@ruthaislingThank you, will check it out. The great bit about living in Scotland is nowhere is really that far to travel too even in a day.
Lovely hike, great day for you to be out. Thank you for taking us along!❤
Glad you enjoyed it!
Glad to see you chilled after the trip home in that dreadful storm on the ferry..This tour has been very watchable, beautiful landscapes and a charismatic tour guide.The pasta with the wild garlic looked delicious, also wild garlic scones is a great idea. Since i starting following you on your adventures, I have found myself eating so many more cakes and pastries , I had to pause the video to go and munch on a bakewell tart and a scone with wild blueberry jam !
That sounds delicious! thank you for watching.
I like that you show maps and precise prices for future travelers---and thank you for being always cheerful and enthusiastic!
Glad these things are helpful!
Amazing video again Ruth. Dumfries is very beautifully, you did it justice.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Ruth; and thank you too for this heart, you are very sweet and adventurer,
you continued with this nice videos.
good luck
Tony
Thanks Tony!
Another wonderful film. We love Dumfries and Galloway - so unspoilt.
I’m glad you enjoyed it! It’s a beautiful area 👍
Enjoying your Vlog. Making me homesick from Down Under. We say Hi 👋🏾 down here 🏴🇦🇺I absolutely love history. Thank you😊
I’m so glad you’re enjoying the videos! Thank you for watching in Australia 🇦🇺
BRILLIANT
This is a beautiful Vlog Ruth. The scenery is stunning and I love the history you give with your adventures. Your enthusiasm is infectious and shines through in all your presentations of journeys, the food and drink . It’s so refreshing to see the use of natural food products Well Done and Thank You
Thanks Clive, that's so nice of you to say, thanks for watching!
Welcome home Ruth! So glad you are back in Scotland. I am happy you did a video on Dumfries and Galloway as it is often overlooked. When we visit in May, I will have my eyes peeled for Ernie! He is becoming quite the star. Lol.
Hahaha might be on some trips in May! 😂
This was a very nice adventure for your return to traveling in Scotland. Thanks for bringing us along.
Thank you, more to come!
Keep up with the fantastic videos showcasing the beautiful world of Scotland.
Thank you so much, that’s very kind of you!
Thanks for the videos from Scotland, being Scottish in blood makes me want to go visit my homeland! Thank you
You should visit 🏴
This is a great video. Love that you explain the history and meanings of each of the places you visit. Scotland is so beautiful!
Glad you enjoyed it
Superb video Ruth, what great use of views and of course the visit to shop ,great cakes, I will try and watch more of channel, cheers.
Please do! I hope you enjoy.😊
A great video Miss Ruth! We say ' Howdy' to folks as well hello and other greetings.
If meeting an older man you know, you would say ' Howdy Míster Bill."
If meeting any woman or girl, you always use the term Miss in front of her first name, even if married or just a child. Like Miss Ruth! Just a way to show respect and kindness to any female, young or old, married or single.
That is what we Do in The South.
My mom thot it impolite for any man to just use a womans first name by itself. She said it showed a familiarity between them to the public and that was not property. Using Miss Ruth shows the property respect.
Interesting to know! Thanks for sharing!
Otters show in morning early morning and fish also in the evening before dusk. One of my favorite animals. I live in Florida we have them here if you ever come I'm happy to show you or tell you.
As you were saying they come at dawn or dusk i was typing it😂😂😂
I just need to keep looking 👀
Absolutely beautiful views, you are very good at what you do, and all the history you add is wonderful. We visited Scotland last summer and enjoyed some whiskey tasting and found some new favourites, we enjoyed our visit and would like to come back to see more of this beautiful country. Thank you for sharing. 🇨🇦
In Texas a greeting we sometimes use is "Howdy." This is a contraction for "how do you do?"
Cooking goes better with whiskey. I just adore shortbread. Unfortunately, it doesn't love me back. It makes me fat.
I enjoy your videos. You have such energy and enthusiasm for your subject.
Because she is young and not old like you and me. 😞
Thanks so much for watching. Shortbread is very dangerous 😂
@@ruthaisling to your thighs???? 😂😂
I love that area ❤
Me too! ❤️
Yeah its just beautiful ❤
What a fantastic video with you so positive and bright! Glad to see you enjoying yourself and in such high spirits!
Thank you so much!
I relish your foods and choices. For years I have avoided most, for weakening I would put on inches and stones. Keep them coming , it is grand to see such modern choices. They are identical to the old ones, named differently. Happy days. Rmb5*
I've been lucky enough to see otters a fair few times recently near where I live around Kenmare Bay, Ireland.....though naturally they only appeared when I was not deliberately going to a renowned spot to catch sight of them, as that never worked! Anyway Ruth, I hope you get lucky enough to catch them in situ one day too, they're wonderful to watch in their native terrain.
That Empire biscuit looks really nice. Thinking of Scottish biscuits/cakes reminded me that, when I was a kid (1960's) you used to be able to get a biscuit called a Royal Scot - quite plain semi-sweet, but with a salty taste that made them unique. Can't get them anywhere in England now!!
Oh they sound lovely!
I love watching your videos.
I'm Swedish and can have trouble keeping up when I listen to English.
However, you speak clearly and perhaps a little more slowly than many do, so I hear and understand what you say.
There are interesting videos, including about hikes.
Happy to hear that! Thanks for watching from Sweden!
Ruth, you are such a pleasure to listen to, I'm very grateful to have happened onto your channel. I got a hoot watching you on your Japanese friend's channel and was quite impressed with your command of the language. I've learned a fair amount more of Scotland from your travelogs and would love to travel there one day. BTW, I write hiya all the time, not sure why but I do.
I hope you enjoy the channel!
TY for the music recommend
You are welcome, hope you enjoy!
Great to see you in a beautiful part of Scotland. We visited there last year and it’s beautiful and such an atmospheric place. The Galloway Astronomy Centre does courses and events. We visited to collect a telescope as a gift for someone which the guy there ordered and was so helpful and knowledgable. We will be visiting the area again soon and plan to go to Kirkcudbright and surrounding area. The pasta looked great as well as all the other goodies! Well done on the hike.
Oh lovely, I’ll need to visit that center next time!