Author: ~ Dawn-Marie ~

Hello! I'm Dawn-Marie and I love exploring my home country Scotland whenever I can. I started my blog in November 2015 as a personal challenge and to teach myself to write and learn new digital skills. I soon realised that the only way to learn is to do it yourself. I also feel that my blog will eventually become my personal legacy. My children can look back and hopefully enjoy reading about my challenges. I love them both very much. Running and walking are what I do most, but I also love hiking and cycling. Getting outdoors in the fresh air with my eyes gazing across our beautiful landscape just makes me feel so much better. Fitting all this in to an already busy life with family and work can prove to be challenging though! I hope you enjoy reading my stories and feel inspired to challenge yourself to try something new. It's so important to be happy in life. Do what makes you feel alive! 💙

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Arran Coastal Way ~ Day 5: Blackwaterfoot to Lagg

July 24, 2017July 24, 2017 ~ Dawn-Marie ~

It was a fond farewell to Lochranza Campsite as we drove to Blackwaterfoot to start day five of our walk. We’d definitely be back, lovely friendly staff and clean facilities. Day 5 – Blackwaterfoot to Lagg (12 km/7.5 miles) My … Continue reading Arran Coastal Way ~ Day 5: Blackwaterfoot to Lagg

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Arran Coastal Way ~ Day 4: Imachar to Blackwaterfoot

July 17, 2017July 24, 2017 ~ Dawn-Marie ~

I was relieved that I slept all night in the camping pod at Lochranza campsite. We booked a third night as well, so our accommodation was sorted. Our plan today was to drive to Blackwaterfoot, leave the car, catch the early … Continue reading Arran Coastal Way ~ Day 4: Imachar to Blackwaterfoot

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Arran Coastal Way ~ Day 3: Lochranza to Imachar

July 11, 2017July 24, 2017 ~ Dawn-Marie ~

I had a much better sleep in the camping pod. After a refreshing shower at Lochranza campsite I felt less achy and ready to walk the next stretch of this beautiful island. The showers and toilets are kept very clean, … Continue reading Arran Coastal Way ~ Day 3: Lochranza to Imachar

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Arran Coastal Way ~ Day 2: Sannox to Lochranza

July 3, 2017July 24, 2017 ~ Dawn-Marie ~

When my eyes eventually decided to open, I realised that the soft vibrating noise was our alarm telling us “get up now and pack away your tent.” I was stiff and sore lying on my 3cm sleeping mat. Don’t get … Continue reading Arran Coastal Way ~ Day 2: Sannox to Lochranza

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Arran Coastal Way ~ Day 1: Brodick to Sannox

July 2, 2017July 24, 2017 ~ Dawn-Marie ~

Our wedding day was over, so it was time to rest our weary eyes to re-energise for day one of our coastal walk. This was My Peak Challenge and honeymoon combined. I’m so lucky that my husband wanted to share my … Continue reading Arran Coastal Way ~ Day 1: Brodick to Sannox

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💖 Joining four rings on the Isle of Arran

June 30, 2017 ~ Dawn-Marie ~

You may have noticed I write about my visits to the Isle of Arran a lot! The island is close to where I live and so easy for me to travel there. I’m lucky to have Scotland in miniature right on … Continue reading 💖 Joining four rings on the Isle of Arran

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What lies beneath Culzean Castle?

June 2, 2017July 5, 2017 ~ Dawn-Marie ~

Our Ayrshire coast is simply stunning and I don’t explore it often enough. So it was time to revisit Culzean Castle and Country Park (pronounced Culane). This 18th century castle sits high on its dramatic cliff looking out across the … Continue reading What lies beneath Culzean Castle?

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