Marhofn 171.09 - May 2007

Baglogs: Upper Hall:

Baglog: Dorothy Wilson (+22=1032)

In 2006, for the first time ever, I climbed more new Marilyns in England than in Scotland. However, I had great days on the hills climbing old favourites, Yeamans and other lovely little hills. All were memorable, but among the most outstanding were:

• Beinn Dubh an Iaruinn and Meallan Odhar Doire nan Gillean at the top of Glen Strathfarrar.
• Meall an Doirein above Loch Maree.
• Cnoc nan Cuilean and Ben Hiel near Tongue.
• Seat Sandal in the Lake District.
• May Hill in Gloucestershire - a short and easy climb, with a lovely view from the top.
• Hergest Ridge near Kington in Herefordshire.
• Stiperstones, Caer Caradoc Hill and The Wrekin, in Shropshire.

On the summit of Beinn Dubh an Iaruinn I was amazed to see someone in the distance coming towards me. It was Peter Dawes from Banchory, also climbing Marilyns; I enjoyed a great chat with him. On some of the English hills I met ponies, many with foals - very interesting for me. Another first was going to the Marhof dinner at Fort Augustus. I thoroughly enjoyed the evening; it was great to see everyone.

Beinn Dubh an Iaruinn (photo: Alan Dawson)