I’ve gradually been working my way around Britain’s coast, paddling solo for a few weeks here and there when I have time free. I think that I’m now about three quarters of the way around (must check …).
Anyway, last summer I paddled 280 miles down Scotland’s east coast. This coast was all completely new to me, and clearly deserves to see far more sea kayakers than it currently does. I experienced some incredible coastal scenery and birdlife - indeed, the best yet, in Caithness – but also some persistently awful weather. For this reason it was a somewhat frustrating trip, with lots of stopping and starting, and lots of short days.
There is no such thing as a bad paddling trip however, as I hope that my photos make clear … enjoy.
