M6 WSC Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 So, the Mrs & I are doing our first Westfield roadtrip, starting this weekend for a week. I've managed to persuade her that going in a 'comfortable' Westfield with an aeroscreen, half doors and no wet-weather gear apart from a cockpit cover when stationary will be an 'adventure' (runs to garage to adjust Nitrons to softest setting). She's excited. Should be c.1400 miles in total over 7 days, stopping off in Glasgow, Glencoe, Fort William, Skye (a round-trip of the isle over 2 days + a flight in a seaplane if the weather is ok..), Loch Ness, Aviemore, Edinburgh for the Fringe Festival, Newcastle and back home. Any last minute words of wisdom or advice we might not have thought of?... Cheers R&L http://s1036.photobucket.com/user/robj1987/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsuylhmet5.png.html'> http://s1036.photobucket.com/user/robj1987/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps5bsuxycw.png.html'> 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoffrey Carter (Buttercup) Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 I would make sure that you have plenty of stops to keep her happy. That way she won't be put off.Plan on it raining in Scotland. Then if it doesn't then it's a bonus. if you do a search for my 2015 Scotland trip, I did a daily "lessons learnt" which may help with anything. There looks to be a lot of motorway on your trip. I can give you details of a "pretty route" that I have used to Glencoe and back from Edinburgh from the Yorkshire area but its not as fast as the motorway. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh H Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 Advice, in all honesty, with other half in tow............ Don't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoffrey Carter (Buttercup) Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 if you have no wet weather gear then I suggest you take an umbrella. Really handy if you get a shower. If you get wet, you will take your mind off it as you will be driving. The passenger has nothing to do apart from sit there feeling cold and wet. You will have a great time. Fabulous pub to get something to eat in at Carbost on Skye. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirmodawn1 Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 The midges will be out in force - make sure you buy and midgie hood and have plenty of repellent. Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M6 WSC Posted August 10, 2016 Author Share Posted August 10, 2016 Cheers Geoffrey - have read the posts from your trip too - very helpful. Umbrella sourced too. Bob- thanks, purchased too!! JWH - panic not, she does half the driving and loves it as much as I do! (Almost) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh H Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 Cheers Geoffrey - have read the posts from your trip too - very helpful. Umbrella sourced too. Bob- thanks, purchased too!! JWH - panic not, she does half the driving and loves it as much as I do! (Almost) Lol - sorry, maybe that was a little blunt of me. Mine's generally pretty tolerant but refuses to drive it, summer pub runs are okay, motorways and rain not so much! You sound in a much better position that me for this to be successful, best of luck ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rab (bombero) Reid Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 Just for the experience, take the short Glenelg-Skye ferry over to Skye! Edinburgh traffic will be manic!! Without giving too much away on here, do you have a secure place to park the car where you're staying? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M6 WSC Posted August 10, 2016 Author Share Posted August 10, 2016 Certainly do - car park under the hotel fortunately! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onliest Smeg David Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 CLACHAIG INN, Glencoe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Colonial Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 A tube of Preparation H? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M6 WSC Posted August 10, 2016 Author Share Posted August 10, 2016 Thanks Mr Chairman... Just had to google what that was!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoffrey Carter (Buttercup) Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 Thanks Mr Chairman... Just had to google what that was!! Did you go on images. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M6 WSC Posted August 13, 2016 Author Share Posted August 13, 2016 So we set off today! Today's drive is London to Glasgow. We're taking the main roads, just so we can get up there as fast as possible, and then have more time to explore Scotland once we're there. Early start today, leaving at 0615, but there are still smiles so far! Bought a 60L dry bag from LOMO and I have to say, it's great - thanks to Tom (Cotswolds AO) for the recommendation. [/url http://s1036.photobucket.com/user/robj1987/media/Mobile%20Uploads/5F6C1E99-A6D5-454A-ACC7-DDAF3F63DC05_zpslqhblxds.jpg.html] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoffrey Carter (Buttercup) Posted August 13, 2016 Share Posted August 13, 2016 You guys have a great trip. Don't forget to take plenty of pictures. Your car looks well smart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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