We were racing the weather north as we headed from Chester to New Lanark. So far we have missed most of the rain with just a few showers as we found our hotel in New Lanark. This 18th century cotton spinning mill village is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This was an industrial area where the Industrialist looked after his workers with good housing, schools and improved working conditions. Our hotel was in one of the old mills with views across the River Clyde.
An early start to drop our bags at the hotel, return our hire car and have a walk around the streets of Edinburgh. Unfortunately Holyrood Palace is closed as the High Commissioner is in town but we enjoyed a walk to the top of Calton Hill and the views to Arthur’s seat and the town.
Friday dawned with clear blue skies and we headed up to Edinburgh Castle. Perfect weather to appreciate the views and take in the history of this place.
A quick trip to the Museum of Scotland then back to the hotel to meet Jane who is joining us for our trip to the Isle of Skye.