Steam in the Highlands - The Jacobite Steam Train (July 2017)
Take a ride on The Jacobite steam passenger service from Fort William to Mallaig in the beautiful Scottish Highlands.
The West Highland Line route was featured in the Harry Potter films as the setting for the Hogwarts Express - most notably the viaduct at Glenfinnan.
This video marks my first time outside of the United States, and special thanks goes to Dayna Jodzio for driving on the wrong side of the road to get to these beautiful locations!
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BRITISH RAIL JOURNEYS - WEST COAST OF SCOTLAND
The historic West Coast of Scotland can boast hundreds of mighty mountains, shimmering rocks, and miles of magnificent coastline. Even in the wettest of weather there is always plenty to see, and the West Highland Line travels through the very heart of it.
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The West Highlander Steam Express - England & Scotland - 2014
Railway Touring Company's four day tour, to the Scottish Highlands, would see my longest ever mainline video. The steam side of the tour started from Preston, with 61994, The Great Marquess. The K4 Would be taking on some of Northern Britain's toughest hills.
Day 1 : Crewe - Preston - Carlisle - Carstairs - Glasgow
Our first sighting of the tour, begins at Salterwath & Shap Wells, on the climb to Shap. The K4 is seen twice, marching up the bank in fine style. Our afternoon location, sees us head into southern Scotland, to witness the Marquess taking on Bettock. Another good climb from the sturdy, 2-6-0. Now, firmly in Scotland, we see our final sighting on the Friday, where 61994 makes a easy departure from Carstairs, on route to Glasgow.
Day 2 : Glasgow - Crianlarich - Oban - Crianlahrich - Fort William
After a overnight stop in Glasgow, our early start, was somewhat hampered, with the failure of the K4, which was suffering from leaking steam tubes. So that would mean, we would miss out on a couple of shot's on the Suburban lines. Not to be deterred, we headed to our first Highland location. After a early arrival, into Tyndrum Lower, the weather dramatically shifted in our favour, and that would remain the case for the weekend. The tour, now into it's second day, would see the double Black Fives, lifting the tour out of Tyndrum, as they take the tour to Oban. After a brief lunch at Oban, 44871 & 45407 would be turned around, and prepared for their awesome climb out of Oban. The pair are seen making all kinds of noise as they reach the Summit, in some style. After Oban, we chased the tour to just after Dalmally, where the pair are seen passing Arrivain, just a few miles outside of Tyndrum, where the day began. Our final scene, sees us just outside of Crianlahrich, where the deadly duo, are seen powering away to Horseshoe Curve. A location that would be revisited, on the Sunday.
Day Three : Fort William - Mallaig - Fort William - Glasgow
Our final day following the tour, would see us head onto the Jacobite route. And with another loco change, this time, the K1 Class, 62005. Our locations, were probably two of the most popular locations, on the Jacobite route. So, Glenfinnan, it was. With the weather in Western Scotland, now resembling conditions you were likely to find in warmer climates, we was treated to the elegant passing of Glenfinnan viaduct. Which, was followed by a dramatic departure of Glenfinnan, as the the K1, powered through the Highlands, as it bathed in conditions, I could of only dreamt about, a few days ago. With a long break, until our final sighting of the tour. We would retrace our steps, to a spot situated in between, Bridge of Orchy & Upper Tyndrum. They call it the Horseshoe Curve. The tour now on it's Third day, and with another leading loco, which was now, Black Five 45407. Unfortunately the middle scenes, have been cut down, due to horrendous traffic noise, which effected some of the video. But, all importantly, the noise wasn't to overpowering for the better images at the end, which I'm sure, you will enjoy, regardless of the unwanted noise. This scene finishes off a fantastic stay in Western Scotland. And cannot wait to visit again.
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Train Ride Through the Highlands of Scotland, 2016!
One of my most beautiful train rides in the whole entire United Kingdom.
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Scotland 4K | West Highland Way (Drone & GoPro) | summer 2018 full route
This video will give you an impression of our journey in Scotland. We walked the West Highland Way during the summer of 2018. 154 km / 96 miles through the rough terrain in the Scottish Highlands.
Our route:
- Flight from Amsterdam to Glasgow
- Train from Glasgow to Milngavie
Day 1: Milngavie - Drymen (17 km)
Day 2: Drymen - Balmaha (16 km)
Day 3: Balmaha - Rowardennan (11,5 km)
Day 4: Rowardennan - Inverarnan (22,5 km)
Day 5: Inverarnan - Tyndrum (19 km)
Day 6: Tyndrum - Inveroran (13,5 km)
Day 7: Inveroran - Kingshouse (14,5 km)
Day 8: Kingshouse - Kinlochleven (16,5 km)
Day 9: Kinlochleven - Fort William (24 km)
Equipment used:
- Drone; DJI Mavic Air
- Actioncamera; GoPro Hero 6
- DSLR; Canon 77D (EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM, EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM)
- Smartphone; iPhone 7 Plus
Music: All credit goes to the original composer and no infringement is intended. All music is by Bear McCreary from the Outlander series on Starz.
Train Trip Summary; ScotRail West Highland Line; From Glasgow to Fort William
March 26, 2019. This is one of my favorite train rides. Western Scotland is stunningly beautiful.
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SCOTLAND - THE WEST HIGHLANDS & COAST
The North West Highlands and Coast of Scotland From Laxford Bridge to Dourness.
And on Into North West SutherLand Visiting Stornaway, Durness, Easdale, John O' Groats.
A Trip on The Jacobite (Vintage Steam Train in Scotland)
This video is of an all-day round trip journey on Scotland's famous vintage steam train, The Jacobite, which runs between the towns of Fort William and Mallaig. Near the middle of the trip, the train passes over the scenic Glenfinnan Viaduct, and both the train and the viaduct have been made famous again by their appearances in the Harry Potter movies (the train appearing as the Hogwarts Express).
West Highland Line passing Beautiful Loch Lomond
The West Highland Line is a railway line linking the ports of Mallaig and Oban in the Scottish Highlands to Glasgow in Central Scotland.
The line was voted the top rail journey in the world by readers of independent travel magazine Wanderlust in 2009, ahead of the notable Trans-Siberian line in Russia and the Cuzco to Machu Picchu line in Peru.
The ScotRail website has since reported that the line has been voted the most scenic railway line in the world for the second year running.
The West Highland Line is one of two railway lines which access the remote and mountainous west coast of Scotland, the other being the Kyle of Lochalsh Line which connects Inverness with Kyle of Lochalsh. The line is the westernmost railway line in Great Britain.
Rannoch railway station, West Highland Line, Scotland
Rannoch station stands on the moor of the same name and was opened as part of the West Highland Line to Fort William and Mallaig in 1894. It has a regular service and is one of the most remote stations in the United Kingdom, but is popular with walkers and other visitors. A visitor centre and popular tearoom are located within the main building.
West Highland Railway
A journey along one of the most scenic railway lines in Britain, linking the fishing port of Mallaig on the west coast of Scotland to the city of Glasgow.
West Highland Way 2018 - Hiking and Camping in Scotland
The West Highland Way is a 96 mile hike from Milnagavie to Fort William, taking in some of the best scenery the Scottish Highlands has to offer. I did the walk in May 2018 over 6 days, camping along the way. It was a great trip, made even better by the fantastic people I met along the way.
My itinerary was:
Day 1: Milnagavie to Sallochy Campsite (22 miles)
Day 2: Sallochy to Inversnaid Bunkhouse / campsite (11 miles)
Day 3: Inversnaid to Tyndrum, By the Way campsite (19 miles)
Day 4: Tyndrum to Rannoch Moor, wild camp at Ba Cottage ruins
(15 miles)
Day 5: Rannoch Moor to Kinlochleven (13 miles)
Day 6: Kinlochleven to Fort William (16 miles)
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Intro: Saint Patrick's Parade (Doug Maxwell, Media Right)
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Day 2: Tupelo Train (Chris Haugen)
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Day 4: Eagle Rock (Wes Hutchinson)
Day 5: Birds in Flight (Dan Lebowitz)
Day 6: Hooky with Sloane (Bird Creek)
Places to see in ( Fort William - UK ) Jacobite Steam Train
Places to see in ( Fort William - UK ) Jacobite Steam Train
The Jacobite is a steam locomotive-hauled tourist train service that operates over part of the West Highland Railway Line in Scotland. Jacobite Steam Train has been operating under various names and with different operators every summer since 1984. Jacobite Steam Train has played an important role in sustaining a scenic route.
The daily service of the Jacobite Steam Train departs Fort William at 10.15am and arrives at Mallaig at 12.25pm. The Return from Mallaig departs at 2.10pm arriving back into Fort William at 4pm. The service crosses the additional afternoon train at Glenfinnan on Mondays to Fridays and this is the only regular crossing of two steam services passing each other on the national network. In 2011, for the first time, train operator West Coast Railway Company added a second daily Jacobite service from Fort William to Mallaig due to demand, using Ian Riley's Black 5 44871 and a spare set of coaches that were formerly used for The Cambrian. The additional service departs Fort William at 2.30pm with an arrival time back in Fort William of 8.24pm and runs from June to August, Monday to Friday. The future of the Jacobite service was thrown into doubt in 2015 by the complete suspension of West Coast Railways' train operating company licence. The ban was lifted on May 8th 2015, allowing the Jacobite service to continue. West Coast Railway were banned again in February 2016.
The Jacobite runs a distance of 41 miles between Fort William and Mallaig, passing through an area of great scenic beauty including alongside Loch Eil, Glenfinnan Viaduct and Arisaig. Trains cross with regular service trains at Glenfinnan station. The route is also the same shown in the Harry Potter films. The company running the Jacobite service provided Warner Brothers with the train used as the Hogwarts Express in all of the movies and allowed them use of the Jacobite's route for filming. The locomotive used to pull the Hogwarts Express in the films, the GWR 4900 Class 5972 Olton Hall, is presently located at Warner Bros. Studios, Leavesden and can be seen during studio tours.
( Fort William - UK ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting the city of Fort William . Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Fort William - UK
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Steam Through the Scottish Highlands preview
is the website where you can order this DVD for just £8. You will then be transported on arguable Britain's most scenic railway, the West Highland extension from Fort William to Mallaig. This is a ltravelogue. Though most topics are about the railway itself, Clive Anderson also visits a distillery, the Genfinnan Visitor Centre and a herring factory. Take a look at the preview to see the fabulous weather that this was filmed during - on board the train as well as from the air. Available on DVD or to download at video125.tv
Railway Station Arisaig West Highland Line Scottish Highlands Scotland
Tour Scotland video of the Harry Potter steam train arriving at the railway station in Arisaig on the West Highland Line on visit to the Scottish Highlands. The station connects the village to Mallaig and Fort William. It is the most westerly station on the British mainland.
Scottish Highlands, beautiful scenery, mountains and stunning coastline.
Beautiful Britain Series - Visit the Scottish west coast islands, lochs and mountains in Spring 2012
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A journey from London Kings Cross to Edinburgh Waverley with Virgin Trains, showing the train, scenery, and stations. For times, fares, tickets & info see
Featuring Kings Cross station & the Virgin Trains first class lounge, first & standard class seats, York, the 'London-Edinburgh Half Way' sign, Darlington station, Durham cathedral & castle, crossing the Tyne into Newcastle, the Northumberland coast, the Royal Border Bridge at Berwick, and Edinburgh Waverley station.
Blown Away, By the North Coast 500 route, Scotland
The route that circles around Scotland’s top north highlands has always been there, but never got a name, until not so long ago. Now, known as the North Coast Route 500, this natural itinerary moved in the limelight, and was nicknamed Scotland’s Route 66.
This may sound daunting, but we have just been on a trip that strikes the perfect balance between planning and spontaneity, and is not to mention one of the most beautiful places we have ever encountered.
If you want to take it easy and spend time at every attraction, you’ll need 7 days and a cheap car rental, and that’s all it will take to experience a whole new world
Some great spot you’ll find along the road:
Day 1 Some spectacular sights, starting in the northernmost city in the UK, called Inverness. Bordered by rolling hills and castle ruins at Loch Ness, it’s as beautiful as it is mysterious.
Stop at the Dunrobin Castle is just as beautiful. Everything about it, the gardens, spires and turrets makes it look like a castle that comes straight out of a fairy-tale, while Disney looks dismal in comparison.
Just a short drive away is the Carn Liath, a prehistoric structure that takes you back to the iron age when it was originally built. Only 19 metres in diameter, it’s easy to get a real sense of the place and admire it in its entirety.
DAY 2: Brora to Thurso
Wake up early and do a little bit of exploring in Brora, known for its golden sandy beaches and array of sea life. Dolphins, Minke whales and seals are regular visitors.
Grey Cairns of Camster. These rare Neolithic stone tombs are definitely worth a visit. They hold immense historical value that were built over 5000 years ago, unveiling many secrets of that time.
Characterized by immense cliff stacks, this impressive path leads to the remote Duncansby Head lighthouse. Perched on the corner of a sheer drop.
Port Lybster is a fun stop over for who lover lighthouses.
DAY 3: Thurso to Durness
Scotland is scattered with hundreds of these historical ruins, of both enchanting castles and landhouses. Another one to look out for is Castle Varig, which is well worth a short hike up a neighbouring hill that offers the best viewpoint of the castle, and a nearby loch.
Secondly, an assortment of wildlife tours that take you to the perfect vantage points, where you can view the stunning local Puffins up close.
Durness: the best artisan chocolate in all of Scotland, at the Cocoa Mountain Café and Chocolatier, and when paired with one of their famous coffee blends, you may just want to stay here all day.
Smoo cave is truly exceptional, making it onto our list of top 5 experiences along the NC 500. It’s unique in that it’s formed by two caves, one fresh-water cave and one sea-water cave, linking together as one. The entrance has been formed by the action of the sea, whereas the inner chambers are freshwater passages, and if you dare enter the cave, you’ll be rewarded with the sight of a spectacular waterfall.
DAY 4: Durness to Ullapool
Achmelvich beach is by far the best place to chill, with its soft white sand and pristine clear blue waters that could easily match those of the Maldives (except for the temperature).
DAY 5: Ullapool to Torridon
Ullapool is a popular holiday destination for the Scots, and although it’s relatively big and touristy, it has its own unique charm that’s worth experiencing. When the crowds get too much, jump back into nature to see one of the natural wonders of the Highlands - Corrieshalloch Gorge.
DAY 6: Torridon to Strathpeffer
Torridon boasts some of the most picturesque landscapes we’ve had the pleasure of seeing with our own eyes, and the perfect finale to a memorable trip. Wake up early and let the sunlight reveal it to you.
Once you’ve had a chance to take it all in, head over to a peninsula called Applecross, made up of small-scale food producers. It’s relatively unknown to tourists and is home to a number of gems if you take the time to explore the community.
Then to end the roadtrip off on a high, take a turn onto the Bealach na Ba road, meaning “The Pass of the Cattle”. This is by far one of the most impressive roads in the UK, with remarkable views of , the whole of Skye, and the Islands of Rum and the Outer Hebrides while the road wind towards Strathpeffer.
DAY 7: Strathpeffer to Inverness
Waking up in Strathpeffer, knowing it’s your final day, can’t help but make one feel slightly heart sore. However, there’s nothing quite like a spa day to make you feel better, and it just so happens that that town is known for its Spas.
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