Monday, 27 February 2012

An August trip to Scotland


In August we will be hot footing it to Scotland (near Aberdeen) for a spot of salmon fishing.
For my resident hunter it is an annual trip, for me, it will be the first time.
I am more of a fair weather holiday maker, anything that carries any risk of involving 'cold' was simply never worth taking holiday time.  No longer do I have this excuse and so I am obliged to come.
Our hosts are pretty serious about the fishing, rain or shine, it is up at 6 am and standing in cold water to our waists until sunset.  I have heard of parties who break for boozy lunches and tots of whiskey, which would seem like a good idea if the weather is particularly inclement, but not so for us.
As I don't want to waste a rod by being a lightweight, I thought I would beg a few days off for other activities.  So far I have found only Cawdor Castle which looks amazing and worth a trip.
Any tips regarding good spas, restaurants or any thing to do in the area other than fishing would be gratefully received!
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  1. Anonymous27 February 2012 at 06:51

    Ha! I went fishing last year and loved it until "Wait, how long do we stay out for?" The promise of food and alcohol was the only thing that kept me going.

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  2. Unknown2 March 2012 at 09:11

    You are lucky you are not going up to Sutherland I can assure you there a no Spas up there. Only salmon fishing and grouse moors. You might have a sporting chance of finding something civilised to do near Aberdeen.

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