Leg 34

Mallaig to Plockton Friday 27th August
After a few domestics like showers and shopping, we had a mid morning start, timed to catch the tide as it goes north through the Kyle of Rhea, to the Skye Bridge. The day started sunny, but at mid-day we headed into cloud and rain. We were passing along the shores of Knoydart, which can only be accessed by boat, and is supposed to be one of Britains last true wilderness areas. Well, the hills looked wild enough, but we were surprised at how many houses there were along the shoreside for a 'wilderness' area! It looked very atmospheric with sunlight/clouds scudding across etc! Across the channel we even saw a waterspout - scary to think the damage it could do if we got caught up in that. We made good time to the Kyle of Rhea, and head through the very narrow channel against the tide! Still, we are in no hurry, so we just get more time to look at the scenery! By the time we get to the Skye Bridge its raining hard, so not a time for arty photo's of either bridge or boat, which is a shame, as I think Chris was looking forward to the opportunity of snapping the bridge form a different angle (keen with cameras!)
We headed for Plockton, about 5 miles round the corner, and the rain eases as we approached. The bay is very sheltered and pretty, with some well organised visitor moorings. We were soon tied on to one, cracked open a beer, and sorted tea! Very peaceful end to a bit of a wet day, but hopefully Chris enjoyed his first day on the boat.

P.S. You may have noticed how these photo's are a bit more 'arty' or 'atmospheric' !! I mentioned that Chris is keen with camera's, well, I s'pose I felt a bit more inspired with my pic taking too, with him being so keen, and talking about 'the light' so much!!