Travelling Scotland's Royal Areas

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    This time I visit Scotland's Cairngorms National Park and explore Royal Deeside, one of Scotland's royal areas. Located in Royal Deeside is Balmoral Estate, a vast estate owned by the Royal Family covering over 50,000 acres and featuring woodlands, rivers, moors and Balmoral Castle.
    The general public can visit Balmoral Estate and I enjoy a hike around Loch Muick, one of Scotland's most beautiful lochs. The nearby towns of Ballatar and Braemar look beautiful during autumn and it wouldn't be a Scotland road trip without also a visit to a whisky distillery...!
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  • @ruthaisling
    @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +68

    What do you think of this part of Scotland? I absolutely love Loch Muick and it looks spectacular at this time of year!
    For those of you using subtitles for the videos, I am still working on them and they will be available on this video within the next 12 hours, sorry for the delay!
    🙏

    • @georgeriddell9356
      @georgeriddell9356 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      In your history Glen Dee starts with a German family.

    • @jackwatsonepic626
      @jackwatsonepic626 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@ruthaisling love glencoe & Oban ❤️ from Middlesbrough England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 🇬🇧

    • @stlouisix3
      @stlouisix3 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Wonderful as all of Scotland❤

    • @benjaminmiles5062
      @benjaminmiles5062 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Would you go on a dinner date, you're bootyful

    • @charliefox7482
      @charliefox7482 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I am looking forward to visiting there once I’m moved into my house. I’m related to the royal family, many times removed! But still interested in all of it.

  • @paul-88E
    @paul-88E 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +58

    After I've finished reading all the doom and gloom on the news, I save Ruth's video's for bedtime. Her lovely Scottish voice, the amazing scenery, interesting facts, all help me wind down for bed. Thanks for making them and posting. Beautiful woman.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I appreciate you watching, thank you! ❤

  • @aengusmacnaughton1375
    @aengusmacnaughton1375 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

    23:18 -- Ruth! No -- you are not the "Average Joe" (or "Average Jane") -- you've been blessed with a curiosity to explore and learn more about your home country (and other places), and the talents to record it all and share it with us!!! Not "Average" at all!!!! Thank you so much for showing a place that *I* would love to have as a retreat from the business of life and duties every so often! And despite the grey skies, the leaves and trees and moors all nailed the Autumn colors....

    • @apparitionlivinginterstitial
      @apparitionlivinginterstitial 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      We say Joan Average. Joe Average is an artist 😂

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Haha thank you very much! 😂

  • @fastcolours9489
    @fastcolours9489 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I met the Queen many years ago when I was walking round Loch Muick

  • @ericmeredith4022
    @ericmeredith4022 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Thanks Ruth, Your videos are so inspiring and informative. I love learning about Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿. Life is pretty weird in the USA currently and your country is so beautiful, and I appreciate you sharing your experiences.

    • @Lokisdottir1964
      @Lokisdottir1964 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Fellow American here. Tell me about it! If it weren't for Ruth's videos, I'd be sitting in a corner crying! lol

  • @stewartallan1440
    @stewartallan1440 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I absolutely loved hearing your joy enjoying the scenery at 4:39 "This is Scotland!". Thanks for another very interesting tour.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So glad! it was just so beautiful with the autumn colours 😍

  • @johng963
    @johng963 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Have seen Balmoral castle on TV but have never seen it like your videos show. What a beautiful area.. Thank you..

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! It’s very impressive and the grounds are beautiful.

  • @reklaw3603
    @reklaw3603 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +41

    A kirk is always a church, but not all churches in Scotland are referred to as kirks. The term "kirk" tends to emphasise a connection to Scotland's Presbyterian heritage and cultural tradition, while "church" is more universal. The origin of the word "kirk" comes from the Old Norse word kirkja and the Scots language. The origin of the word "church" comes from the Old English cirice, influenced by Greek kyriakon (meaning "the Lord's house").

    • @johnsilva9139
      @johnsilva9139 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for the etymology lesson. I did wonder about that.

    • @davidperrott5743
      @davidperrott5743 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Presumably both words have the same origin if you go back far enough.

    • @fhwolthuis
      @fhwolthuis 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Interesting, I see connections with the Dutch word "kerk" and the German "Kirche"

    • @apparitionlivinginterstitial
      @apparitionlivinginterstitial 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      In genealogy geolocations of 17th century in Scotland. “Kirk is a Scottish and former Northern English word meaning 'church'. The term the Kirk is often used informally to refer specifically to the Church of Scotland, the Scottish national church that developed from the 16th-century Reformation.” Kirken is plural.

    • @apparitionlivinginterstitial
      @apparitionlivinginterstitial 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@davidperrott5743Or a given name

  • @majorkitty7542
    @majorkitty7542 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Thank you Ruth for your lovely videos. I am disabled and would love to do the walks with you but my hips would give out. Your photography is stunning. I do feel as though I am with you enjoying the views. Great shots and great scenery. xx

  • @lindastreet-ely9780
    @lindastreet-ely9780 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Beautiful! Thank you, Ruth! This is an outstanding episode. ♥ I appreciate that you don't enter the controversies and just stick to the history. It's such an interesting history.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you. Very interesting history!

  • @irwin3381
    @irwin3381 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    Hi Ruth good too see you and your adventures again ❤

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Hello 😊

    • @debsctn
      @debsctn 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@ruthaisling love your channel, reminds me of my time in Glasgow, and visiting Scotland in the early 2000s.

    • @apparitionlivinginterstitial
      @apparitionlivinginterstitial 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      More steam trains? Any Hogwarts and Jacobite super tourism events to come? A ride on Glenfinnan viaduct is on every professor’s bucket list 😉

  • @Earthstein
    @Earthstein 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I enjoyed this visit. Ruth's unique touch made it that much more pleasurable. Thank you Ruth.

  • @mrmullett1067
    @mrmullett1067 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    What a lovely informative video Ruth. I was surprised to hear that Balmoral isn't part of the Crown Estate but is privately owned and passed down to the reigning Monarch. That whiskey in the barrel looked dangerously nice. Thank you for taking me on your walkabout, I thoroughly enjoyed it.

  • @crawfordg
    @crawfordg 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Good Morning Ruth As we are near the coast we had a battering from Storm Bert over the last couple of days. Ballater and the surrounding is one of my favourites in the Highlands. I was lucky enough visit Balmoral Castle and go into Crathie Kirk in 2018. Apparently when the Royals visit they enter via the rear door. Loved the drone shots and the visit to the distillery shop. regards Crawford

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thanks so much Crawford, nice to hear how much you love the area too!

  • @alexhuxley3355
    @alexhuxley3355 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    TY For putting in all the work with the History

  • @Procedentesinvictoria
    @Procedentesinvictoria 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    What a great video. Scotland is my idea of what Heaven will be like. I love history too and appreciate all the history in your videos. The scenery is breathtaking! Thank you. Those highland cows are such precious looking creatures!

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      So glad you enjoy the videos, thanks for watching!

  • @davidberesford7009
    @davidberesford7009 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    A very pleasant watch, Ruth, Thanks!

  • @hrv2004jp
    @hrv2004jp 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    昨年の9月にスコットランドを訪れ、アヴァディーンからインバネスに向かう途中でカーナビの不具合で道に迷ってしまいました。さんざん迷ったあげく、偶然にも予定になかったバルモラル城に到着しました。ちょうどエリザベス女王の一周忌にあたる日だったようで、門の入り口にはたくさんの花束がたむけられていました。残念ながら中には入りませんでしたが、この動画を見られて幸いでした。素晴らしい所ですね。その後、見学に訪れていた人に聞いて、無事インヴァネスに到着する事が出来ました。

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      話を聞かせてくれてありがとう!

  • @Filgee3626
    @Filgee3626 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Ruth I heard a story that highland coos were mainly black in colour but Queen Victoria preferred the brown ones and so they were filtered out.

  • @robertbelliottjr5773
    @robertbelliottjr5773 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Ruth, I loved this video. You have turned into a real pro with editing, camera work, etc. etc.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That’s so nice of you to say, thank you! ❤

  • @seb-depp
    @seb-depp 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I agree with "someone": there's not too much to see inside the castle but the grounds are surely beautiful. Thanks for showing.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Good to hear your opinion on it too!

  • @raymondporter2094
    @raymondporter2094 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I go up to (just outside) Ullapool regularly and some years ago I went up with my wife, leaving our caravan at her sister's house outside Ullapool but taking the Jeep and a tent over to Lewis & Harris. I can't tell you how windy it was! At one stage I had the tent ripped out of my hands before we had set it up. Chasing it across the dunes was a laugh but we caught it!
    When it was up and secured it was fine. Bit we got only fitful sleep until about 5am as there was the constant fear the tent would be ripped from its pegs and disappear, leaving us looking at the sky! But at 5am, waking for the umpteenth time, and being light as it was early August, we realised we'd be fine. The wind had dropped, we went to the (empty as that time) loo then went back to a great sleep for another 4-5 hours!
    The weather was great the next couple of days and the beaches (we camped at Cnip) were wonderful white sand, sky was blue and the sea a clear turquoise. A great time yravelling up & down L+H.
    I look forward to your taking the ferry trip back to Ullapool which we took. Next week!!!

  • @burkhardjager8563
    @burkhardjager8563 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Dear Ruth, yes, I was also surprised that the castle is so public. But it was fun to visit everything with you. The surroundings are really beautiful. Thank you for the nice explanations. Best wishes

  • @Avarim
    @Avarim หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This video is so calm and so nice. Thank you, Ruth for this experience. If I would make a ranking of youtube-Channels I came across this year, then I would say without any doubt, that this is my most favourite channel.
    In 2024 I had the chance to travel to Scotland and serendipidously had the opportunity to go to the Highland Games in Ballater. Great event.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Wow thank you so much, that means a lot!

  • @lisabritt4284
    @lisabritt4284 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Oh the trees! I love the evergreens myself, I saw a few deodar cedars there, those are my absolute favorite. I’ve always enjoyed hearing about Queen Victoria, thanks for sharing Miss Average Joe lol, that was cute. Have a great day Ruth 😊

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I’m glad you found the video interesting, thank you for watching! 🙂

  • @SEAVet69
    @SEAVet69 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are a national treasure for Scotland.

  • @DouweBuruma
    @DouweBuruma 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I appreciate the effort to show us the beauty of Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I appreciate you watching!

  • @lindao1327
    @lindao1327 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    As always, interesting video Ruth. Nice filming and drone shots. Scotland is beautiful and I am lucky to live here. I love butteries!

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for watching, I like butteries too!

  • @alimitchell5346
    @alimitchell5346 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    the fife arms has amazing and famous art on display...and yes, its not a cheap bowl of soup!
    another great vlog!

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I just venture inside next time I’m in the area!

  • @davegoodridge8352
    @davegoodridge8352 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Oh my, such beauty and history. I can imagine sitting on the shore of Loch Muick playing my whistle. The mist covered hills were/are outstanding. Thank you

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Beautiful place to do that!

  • @CharlotteUnser
    @CharlotteUnser 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hello Ruth! I just love all your wonderful travels! We visited Scotland many years ago....and Yes, we visited Ballater and wonderful Balmoral Castle. My pen friend of many years was our host. She lives in Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire on the north east coast. We did quite a bit of traveling...of course to Edinburgh, Pitlochry, Culloden Moor, Loch Ness, Inverness and of course for my husband stops at lots of golf courses, the one most anticipated was St. Andrews, visits to Cawdor Castle, Inverary Castle, Dunvegan Castle, Fivie Castle, to name just a few. On your next excursions....take us along on visits to the wonderful and many beautiful castles in Scotland.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Wow, Charlotte, that sounds like a wonderful adventure. Thank you for watching, I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos!

    • @CharlotteUnser
      @CharlotteUnser 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@ruthaisling I love all your wonderful travels, especially to the remote Outer Hebrides and northern Scotland.

  • @BlytheWorld1972
    @BlytheWorld1972 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    People are always so friendly to you .. that is great you have a kind face though ..

  • @scottycat6822
    @scottycat6822 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Loved watching this adventure as I spent a great deal of time visiting this area as I had family that lived in Braemar. Wish I had known about loch Muick it looks absolutely breathtaking.
    Thanks again Ruth, continued safe travels.
    Just a footnote highland cows are one of my favourite animals and they come in a variety of colours, I love their personalities.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Loch Muick is something else! Good to know about the highland cows!

  • @douglasbarber506
    @douglasbarber506 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Always look forward to your videos Ruth,the autumnal colours are amazing ❤

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Douglas, I agree, love the autumn colours!

  • @charmainelamont2020
    @charmainelamont2020 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    The late Queen was just Queen Elizabeth in Scotland. Elizabeth the second was her English title.

    • @judis6224
      @judis6224 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      No royalty since 1500s,no more fake royalty crossing the boarders,independence is at hand and the family of Mary Queen of Scots is coming home.😅

  • @duncankilburn7612
    @duncankilburn7612 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Cool, another Sunday weekly adventure. The free beers last week were good. 🍻

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @Oorscottishescapades
    @Oorscottishescapades 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Aww wow so much more than I was expecting!! Thanks again x

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching! ❤

  • @MaryJXOXOPLans
    @MaryJXOXOPLans 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Truly beautiful. That has been on my bucket list for years. Thank you for sharing.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @declanconway2903
    @declanconway2903 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Great video again Ruth and beautiful scenery

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @janevalentine6391
    @janevalentine6391 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Ruth, I've been playing catch-up , as I've missed the last few of your videos. Have been enjoying them, as I always do, and you as well. This one was especially enjoyable to me, as i have kept up somewhat, with the Royals since Princess Diana came on scene. Thank you.

  • @juliemorgan8755
    @juliemorgan8755 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much. Love the traveling and love Scotland. Always cheers me up.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you enjoyed it!!

  • @amc5966
    @amc5966 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    New to your amazing channel Ruth. Been binging on some of your island trips and just love the solitude you find. Absolutely amazing. Wilderness and whisky. What a girl.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Welcome to the channel! Keep watching for more wilderness and whisky!! 🥃

  • @clivebuckland6902
    @clivebuckland6902 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Another Beautiful Area Ruth. So interesting seeing the Royal Deeside area, Ballater station was fascinating with its history and renovation. Then onto the Balmoral Estate and around Loch Muick . How wonderful to see the hunting lodge with all its royal connections and the Bothy that’s used now. Beautiful views across the loch towards the hunting lodge. I think it’s great you have all the equipment for your convenience and use in your van. The Church looked very picturesque from the outside. I have watched your excellent vlog on the production of Curling Stones. Amazing you found the curling rink. Loved the cairns and the surrounding woodlands. The Grounds of the Castle grounds look lovely. I can see why the Royal Family love the estate for an escape. Great Vlog again Ruth. Thank You for sharing

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks so much Clive!

  • @Magnapict65
    @Magnapict65 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My area. Live in aberdeen. Grew up on deeside. Mum lives in Ballater. Family other villages. Great part of Scotland ❤

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I hope your mum is warm in Ballater just now ❄️🥶

    • @Magnapict65
      @Magnapict65 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @ruthaisling yeah. She's fine. Lives right below the Ballater hill at back of village. Used to weather at 84..x enjoy your videos. Braemar is awesome and area up there.

    • @Magnapict65
      @Magnapict65 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @ruthaisling still really cold here in aberdeen. Blizzard came on earlier while I was out with dog. It is January after all.

  • @ncammann
    @ncammann 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Some years ago we were supporting students from our local college who were doing their D.of.E expeditions. We camped at Ballater, and had a picnic at the Linn of Dee.
    Truly lovely places. both.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Amazing place to do DoE!

  • @KenMcAusland
    @KenMcAusland หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great Job Ruth, this is what we want to see as well as your outstanding coverage of other places of interested. Thank You. V/r KMc

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @paulpayton8238
    @paulpayton8238 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hey Ruth I stayed in Ballater for a week years ago it's a lovely little Scottish village and Balmoral and all round there I love it all round there 😀 thanks for sharing memories 😀 your definitely getting around a lot in Scotland 😊😊

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I totally agree, such a lovely part of Scotland!

  • @DaveyPalmer1
    @DaveyPalmer1 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    That was great Ruth. It's such a scenic area to visit. We stayed at Ballater a couple of years ago in January and we loved it, especially when it started snowing as the whole area looks magical. What wasn't magical was our drive home (well, to our next destination Edinburgh) as we had to drive down the 'Snow Road' from Glenshee in a blizzard just before they closed the snow gates. Safe to say I was bricking it! 😅 - and a quick edit to say well done in reaching 130k subs. Great stuff!

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Oh no that sounds like a scary trip back!! Yeah 130k, can’t believe that!

  • @中島哲郎-z1l
    @中島哲郎-z1l 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    ルースちゃん、久しぶり。元気でよかった。😊

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ご訪問ありがとうございます!

  • @BrianthatiscalledBrian
    @BrianthatiscalledBrian 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thank you, Ruth. I really want to go there now. 🙂

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You should but please make sure you check the opening days and times of the Highlanders Bakehouse beforehand. Don’t make the same mistake as me!! 😂

    • @BrianthatiscalledBrian
      @BrianthatiscalledBrian 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@ruthaisling Oh yes, that would be a mistake! 🥞🍥🥮🎂🍰🧁🥰

  • @Stephanos-g3m
    @Stephanos-g3m 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Ruth, you have shared a lot with camper van configuration, setup and modifications. Also grocers shopping away from major center.... Great info you shared on proper footwear on terrain. I do have a question, what do you carry in your "day" backpack? Always fun to share what other folks have packed away when out on a hike.I think we have all come to aid of boaters, hikers, and etc not properly prepared.

  • @louisewhite9152
    @louisewhite9152 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Good evening Ruth it’s only me - I absolutely love my Sunday evenings because I know your Vlog/video is on and I love your content - I hope you’ve managed to stay warm this week as the weather is absolutely freezing - but today is really quite warm but very very windy ~ my physical health is causing problems at the moment and I’m on two lots of antibiotics ~ I hope you have a great week - sending loads of love and hugs ~ Xxx Xxx

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It has been SO cold! It was snowing a little bit up here in Scotland and was a bit icy for driving one morning. Hope you are keeping nice and warm too Louise!

  • @kinross24
    @kinross24 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Highland cattle were originally black but the breed were bred ginger and other colours in early Victorian times for reasons of saleability as black cattle were sold for less at markets

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So interesting, thanks for sharing!

  • @frednorman1
    @frednorman1 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Braermar also has a large "gathering"
    in September where they have Scottish games and bagpipers

  • @user_martinzuckerman
    @user_martinzuckerman 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is a very magical place. Thank you for this video Ruth.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      My pleasure 😊

  • @MeTheRob
    @MeTheRob 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So many memories once again - Ballater station .... how to pronounce Muick .... I walked along that loch on the way back from climbing Lochnagar. A burglar alarm was going off at that hunting lodge. No burglars to be seen.

  • @Murman22
    @Murman22 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    To start off with. How dare the "Highlanders Bakehouse" be closed. Ruth this is an amazing video. I will be watching it again. Your skill with filming some of the best Autumn images and landscapes I have ever seen. You are truly something else. Your timing with filming this location was perfect. Opening up all the information and history is greatly appreciated. Thank you.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      That is so kind of you to say, thank you! I was gutted when I saw the bakehouse was closed, I’d already been dreaming about what I would order!!

  • @dl1929yup
    @dl1929yup 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hey Ruth, thanks for sharing Royal Deeside with all your followers, a truly lovely part of Scotland in my opinion, but being a local i guess I'm a little biased !!... safe travels my friend.Neil.😊x.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It is so lovely! Nice place to live!

  • @paulinefraser4097
    @paulinefraser4097 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you and Loved this tour around and would love to one day see that area 👍 Pauline from Blackpool living in Canada 🇨🇦

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hope you visit sometime! Thanks for watching from Blackpool!

  • @jackwatsonepic626
    @jackwatsonepic626 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You and Steve Marsh are tourer guides for Scotland. ❤ Scotland ❤ from Teesside Middlesbrough England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 .

  • @Magnapict65
    @Magnapict65 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That road passed the estate offices where the large conifers line road to castle you will see loads of red squirrels

  • @andrewroffey
    @andrewroffey 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for yet another lovely video, Ruth.. Scotland seems to be a beautiful place. When you stopped for lunch at that cafe I was a bit bemused.. You had Cullen Skink which looked like a soup.. In Australia we have skinks running around everywhere. In fact we have some inner yard.. They are a small lizard-type creature.. I couldn't imagine you eating lizard soup and was much relieved when I discovered it was a fish soup.. Keep up the wonderful work!

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That is so funny!! It definitely was no lizard soup 😂

  • @antonioamadeodeluca8088
    @antonioamadeodeluca8088 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hallo Ruth
    Good video.
    🌹for you
    Tony

  • @markhoyle2641
    @markhoyle2641 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi Ruth thanks for the video,this was so interesting, and with your history about the place was excellent. 👍👍👍👍

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

  • @craigcalvert7030
    @craigcalvert7030 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    we both loved it as always ruth we both look forward to watching many more thank you again craig and trudy

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks Craig and Trudy!

  • @sandpiperuk
    @sandpiperuk 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    We visited the area a couple of years ago in the spring. Nice to see some of the places we visited. The rooms you can see are mainly a photo/picture gallery so you didn't miss much. There is lots of weather to experience in Scotland as well as the views.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Good to know about the room inside the castle!

  • @bt1163
    @bt1163 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I thought you have run out of places to film, but this one is incredible. I visited Pitlochry and Aviemore before but this area you covered looks even better. This would be next on my list if I were to travel up again. Thanks again for this insightful video :) Keep warm this winter :)

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks you too! It’s been a bit chilly recently!

  • @BadgerWalks
    @BadgerWalks 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I Always love your videos Ruth!

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much!

  • @eric144144
    @eric144144 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Fantastic. Really lovely, relaxing video. I worked in the former Invercauld Arms Hotel (now self catering) in the summer before uni. It was a hunting /shooting hotel for the rich. Wild times. Included me getting in a war with the Glasgow Blue Angels motorcycle gang and smashing a bottle of beer over the leader's head. He had me pinned down on a bed.

  • @johnbrown3951
    @johnbrown3951 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for a trip down memory lane. I grew up in Royal Deeside just down the road from Ballater about 12 miles in the beautiful village of Tarland now known for its Mountain bike trails along with The Macrobert Estate. I knew someone that lived in Crathie when I was a teenager nearly 50 years ago and one summers day I cycled the 20 miles up to Balmoral and we ended up swimming in the Castle boat pool in the Dee. I don't remember but I guess it was freezing at the time but I guess I was hot after my cycle and the 20 miles home again would have heated me up again. A stunning part of the world that I regularly visit to catch up with my Mum & Sister and my best friend who has a farm where I spent most of my time growing up before a career in Banking took me on my own personal world tour of Scotland.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You have great memories! What a beautiful part of Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @skst9357
    @skst9357 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very good report from Scotland as usual. Now I know more about Balmoral Castle, when we hear the news that the royal family relaxes there.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching!

  • @arslongavitabrevis5136
    @arslongavitabrevis5136 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Hello Ruth! Thank you for this nice and interesting excursion. The way you have prepared and equipped your van is very clever and shows your ingenuity. It was funny to see the subtitles when visiting the distillery, however, I did not have any problems understanding what the gentleman in charge said. Having said that my wife, who is English, used to get surprised (and annoyed) when we watched Scottish TV series because she could not understand some of the actors but I had no problems despite being Italian! 😂😂😂
    PS: You are not only a beautiful young lady but also a very smart one. You always look very dapper. Regards!

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching!

  • @michaelswanger6073
    @michaelswanger6073 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have to say I was a bit baffled at your Cullen Skink lunch at 19:44. I’ve always known a skink to be a lizard! I took a moment and looked it up. it’s a fish chowder (?) …which looked absolutely delicious. 😂

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yes exactly, it’s a famous Scottish fish soup which is perfect after a day of hiking or in cold weather! Thanks for watching! 🙂

  • @sonny8599
    @sonny8599 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Hi! Love your videos! Wish I could visit these places one day. ❤🇵🇭
    Edit: That cow was scary 😂 It reminded me of the one squaring up from the cottage video.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! 😃 I hope you can visit Scotland someday.

  • @christinemarchant4678
    @christinemarchant4678 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video loved it lovely place

  • @Driffieldcitizen
    @Driffieldcitizen 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I went to Balmoral some years ago...your video gave me happy memories...it was also nice to see Ernie again...love you, Ruth...

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you enjoyed it! And Ernie is out and about 🚗😆

  • @iancomputerscomputerrepair8944
    @iancomputerscomputerrepair8944 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Another great video Ruth! Looking forward to your next video.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks so much Ian!

  • @CuriousPotato-z1d
    @CuriousPotato-z1d 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    That looks like great walk around that Loch, so pretty

  • @bobarty
    @bobarty 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lovely to see inside the grounds of Balmoral been to the area many times once set off many years ago to climb up to
    Lochnagar Mountain from Muick Thanks very much

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! I must climb Lochnagar next time.

  • @adrianmontelongo9707
    @adrianmontelongo9707 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Hi there Ruth, another great video this was interesting and with your history the place was excellent. We love you friend ❤️ 🫶 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks so much! ❤

  • @ewanstevenson
    @ewanstevenson 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    4:00 You said the 'I' word!!! Now you've got to spin round three times and say 'Jings, crivvens, help ma boab!' 😲😂
    Lovely film of a lovely area though!

  • @soggytablet4852
    @soggytablet4852 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow, thank you! That was a really great video. I have relatives near there. One of you're best. cheers

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you 🙏

  • @hettytravels
    @hettytravels 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What a wonderful video Ruth! I loved seeing Balmoral and learning the Royal history. Your ability to show and teach us is wonderful. I also envy your ability to take the hikes and I live vicariously through you….although I’m still traveling quite a bit. Thank you!🇺🇸

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you so much!

  • @SandraTomey
    @SandraTomey 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Ruth, this was a fascinating and great history lesson. Spectacular Fall views. The castle is really something. Glad it's open to the public.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Glad you enjoyed the video. It’s so nice that it’s open to the public 👍

  • @RedStickHistorian
    @RedStickHistorian 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is a beautiful area, I'm so glad you showed it to us. You picked a great time of year to visit. Thanks.

  • @BlytheWorld1972
    @BlytheWorld1972 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Simply beautiful

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I agree! ❤

  • @Magnapict65
    @Magnapict65 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lochnagar above Loch muick. Great walking area. Lynne of dee beyond Braemar is great. Also starting point for walking the larig grhu 25 miles over cairngorm to spyeside

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes, that’s definitely on my ‘to do’ list 👍

    • @Magnapict65
      @Magnapict65 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ruthaisling cool

  • @gigirose1861
    @gigirose1861 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am so happy to hear someone else say it IS important to prioritize the wattage of a blow dryer and a hair straightener 😅

  • @aidanowen4154
    @aidanowen4154 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You should visit the Hudson Valley (NY) during the autumn--the colors would blow you away!

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Maybe someday!

  • @Portmarnockpaul
    @Portmarnockpaul 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Another great video, thanks.

  • @bobinoregon2024
    @bobinoregon2024 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This was a really well made video Ruth! well done. Proper autumn colors too! -Bob

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Bob!

  • @ahmadsadeghi4241
    @ahmadsadeghi4241 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This area got fantastic landscape.Miss Ruth a great vedio.❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks so much!

  • @Jollykins-h9s
    @Jollykins-h9s 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Many happy memories of Balmoral and being around the area.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It’s so lovely! ❤

  • @suezaple4950
    @suezaple4950 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I would so enjoy touring this area it's gorgeous with the towering Munro's and waterways , history . the trail is awesome , I am surprised they don't offer a Pitt toilet though for tourist to use at the hunt camp . they are simply made. ( but then again maybe it is due to being close to the water. ). The architecture is amazing ( I love history and old buildings ). spectacular estate and I thank you for taking us . fantastic walk about around the estate . Spectacular beauty of Scotland , proud that my family is from there.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much for wasting, glad you liked this video! ❤

  • @pohfromipoh
    @pohfromipoh 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great Job, I've never seen Balmoral Castle from the Visitors view, only TV or Movies. Cheers ! interesting

  • @lloydonlead
    @lloydonlead 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hello Ruth, you're living my dream of seeing Scotland. My ancestors hail from Dumfries. I always wanted to go to Scotland but I am too sick now. So thanks for seeing it for me.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I’m happy you can travel Scotland vicariously through the videos! ❤

  • @Original-Franko
    @Original-Franko 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    1 MINUTE IN ! Great as usual 👌

    • @Original-Franko
      @Original-Franko 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's the Format Ruth, Packed with Interesting Info, Delivered in an Enjoyable way. Probably why i watch them more than once, Just In case i missed something. Top Content

  • @michaelarcher6278
    @michaelarcher6278 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Linn of Dee is one of my favourites places in Scotland, just 6 miles outside Braemar and only visited by those in the know and serious walkers.
    I was there in June, drove over the hills from Grantown-on-Spey. A trip I have been doing since the late seventies/ early eighties. Done a few short walks from the car park over the years and in 1980 my brother did the walk through to Coylumbridge near Aviemore. I really love the Cairngorms.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’d love to do some hikes there another time!

  • @marjorieorveau6707
    @marjorieorveau6707 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yet another wonderful video! I visited the area many years ago but couldn't go into the Balmoral grounds as the queen was in residence. So lovely to 'visit' many years on.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Ah yes I think they close the whole grounds area when they are visiting!

  • @FrancisBrooks-ob2ny
    @FrancisBrooks-ob2ny 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Ruth. Always look forward to your vids. Lochnagar distillery ah! The hills ah! You don’t see many black heelan coos but did you know that the original beasts of 300 years ago or so, were always black and much smaller. Lovely vid again. You’ve barely scratched the area so I hope you’ll get back for more exploring. Keep them coming.

    • @ruthaisling
      @ruthaisling  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I definitely need to come back and hike some of those hills!