What a brilliant combo, two people I deeply respect. You've both contributed a lot to Scottish mountains from different angles, nice to see you together.
Hi Murray, thank you once again for another wonderful video. We camped a short distance from you a few years ago, on a 3 day backpacking adventure, and loved the isolation, and feeling so insignificant, amongst such awesome scenery. We took some photo's surrounded by the snow, to try and impress our friends back in Norfolk. I must say on a technical level how superb you manage to film, present, record and edit your films, so professional. Having just watched the end credits of the last " Grand Tour " where although in total contrast to your film, a crew of over 70 do not make a huge difference to the quality and final production. Well done, and thank you, to you and Iain for such an informative film.
Hi Murray. Yet another stunning video. Great to be able to join you on the adventure. BTW I am the person who referred HH to you. I thought that it might be an exciting collaboration. Looking forward to the next adventure already! Thanks
What a super Video, as always. Spectacular scenery, natural beauty. The Aurora was magical. The video was also informative, raising questions on our changing climate... Thanks for sharing.
Totally outstanding Murray, and what an interesting video. I’d heard of this patch, but none of the detail covered here. A joy to watch as usual, thanks so much.
Always absolutely love your videos no matter what and it also so exciting when you do add another person. Me and my husband paused it and were trying to guess lol …. We were definitely wrong .. not Jerry or Ray . Excellent absolutely brilliant Murray … learnt so much and also “ it’s crying “ my word now suddenly my urge to recycle even more went up a a scale. The thought of its tears 😢 …. You put it into simple human language that made me think . Iain dedication and enthusiasm was also a spellbinding watch. What a combo and ordered his book ( I know it wasn’t a plug for us to do so but grateful you highlighted the fact he had one out on the subject). We have watched you for over 4 years now and started when we moved to Scotland from Cornwall…and live at loch fyne. We have watch you say goodbye to your mum, introduce your family more, introduced your wee dogs ( so cute) and helped us learn so much about Scotland and learnt the lingo ( lol eg stream : burn ) . We appreciate the dedication sincerely we do. You do have an impact with your videos and never doubt your absolutely incredible editing skills . 👏 Cindy & Frank x
Really enjoyed this one Murray, never heard of the Sphinx but as they say every day is a school day. Iain seems like a very interesting and knowledgeable guy. Once again thanks for taking us along. Brian.
An excellent video Murray. And what an amazing location. You both presented quite a different but interesting subject. Your brilliant photography captures the stunning scenery both during the day and during the night. Many thanks for sharing.
Wow! This was wonderful.- loved the silhouette shot of the two of you at sunset with the waving grasses. And, what a lesson the ‘weeping’ snow patch gives - we must all do our best to mitigate the effects of climate change. You’ve excelled yourself with this one, Murray. Can’t thank you enough. A.T.B.❄️😪🏴
Some stunning video there, Murray. Not a half bad interview either! Just fantastic! Very lucky with the weather as well. Your aurora footage is top notch. Super enjoyable. Cheers, and ATB!
Absolutely amazing Murray. What a journey and privilege. I have seen the patch on many a trip instructing, and descended that slope in to the Garbh Coire and Lairig Ghru . It's big remote country. Amazing Aurora, so want to see that. Thanks so much for sharing
Oh wow Murray, absolutely amazing and super professional 😊 a brilliant documentary with Iain and some amazing Scottish scenery. Really enjoyed this one and the factual side of it. Better than anything on TV that's for sure :) Thank you both!
Great video Murray - what an interesting and amazing place in the Cairngorms . so interesting to learn about the history of this patch of ice and the special remote landscape it sits in. The photography was extra spectacular and what a treat the night footage of the Aurora was. Thanks to Iain for sharing his knowledge and obvious passion about this wild area and the Sphinx. The bright lichen was so special to see. This has to be my new favourite video !😊😊😊😊
Thought I recognised the track on the way in! Really interesting vid. I follow the FB page for snow patches remaining. My favourite place to hike and bike too all in one video. 😊 Thank you.
This was such an interesting one Murray and very educational in so many ways. Thanks so much for sharing this. It was very poinient in a lot of ways mate. Cheers again
Someone as fit as you for long distance, never thought I'd see it. Terrific video, Murray. Spectacular views of the Cairngorms. The Aurora was very special (again).
Good evening Murray. Absolutely loved that. Some stunning views and so interesting listening to Iain talking about all the history of the Sphinx and his knowledge of the area. I’ve been watching your channel now for years now and I would go as far to say it’s one of my favourite videos. Thank you ever so much for sharing it with us. All the very best. Dave 😃🥾⛰🏴
Great video as always and informative as well. I wasnt aware that there are snow patches in Scotland that last throughout the year and even for centuries. The sphinx must have been much bigger some 100 years ago. Would be interesting to see some old photos or drawings.
Really interesting video this week. A superb documentary about the Sphinx and its increasing rate of disappearances. And what a fabulous time lapse of the aurora. Any chance of a longer version of that on its own?
Thanks Alasdair - think the total Timelapse was about 4 minutes !! Not sure it would hold everyone’s attention for that long ;) lol 😂 the knowledge Iain has is second to none and it was a great privilege to spend time with Iain and visit the Sphinx - a special place :)
@@ScotlandsMountains I'm sure I'm not the only amateur astronomer here, 😀. I was a bit horrified to see the urban lights from your remote camp. Not quite the back of beyond. I do love attempting to identify the constellations and stars in your night sky shots.
Another first in this video was no mention of Scotch eggs ! What a place that is, its a shame we are warming up year on year. Thanks for that one Murray. Aurora was awesome.
Hi Murray what a fantastic video as always, the footage of the northern lights was spectacular, very informative regarding one of the last remaining patches of snow quite sad the speed it is melting but rest assured with winter around the corner won’t belong until the first fall of snow, what a lovely remote walk this week it looks quite intimidating up there so well done both of you take care.👍
Such an interesting and educational video ❤️. The Northern Lights and quarry were magnificent 🏔️. Thanks again for sharing this informative information 👏🏻
Happy this video is out, as for some reason Scottish snow patches are something I think about all the time- I don't really know why, but it feels like a great tale of resilience how these lumps of ice seem to beat the odds and last so long, despite the sad fact that they are now making it through the summer less and less often now. It would be interesting to know if it is still there, as I don't really have any way of monitoring them.
I agree - it’s intriguing to see if they last - if you are on Facebook - the. Check out snow patches in scotland page - latest update on the Sphinx there from today !
Liking this video very much Murray. Very interesting and insightful. If this is a slight change in direction for your videos, it gets the thumbs up from me.
I think the snow that fell then was fairly superficial, but probably put its melt on pause for a few days. If it is still there, this is the critical time as it is warm now but next week the snow will return- in larger volumes this time- and the tide may begin to turn.
@@ScotlandsMountains hi Murray, thanks for the answer. I’m not on Facebook but I will ask my sister to have a look for me next time I see her 🤣 thanks for your help and of course your amazing content!
Excellent video as ever Murray. Obviously lots of concern on global warming - why does Iain think there will be another ice age (a question from someone with no great knowledge in this area)
Over the last 2 million years, earths climate has alternated from glacial periods to interglacial periods. The last glacial period ended 10000 years ago, and this is what we normally consider to be the end of the ice age. One day however, this interglacial period will end, we will enter another glacial period with ice sheets once again covering Britain. Obviously man made climate change has added to the increased heat caused by the interglacial period, but these changes take place over a much longer time than modern climate change has taken place. So in short, over hundreds of years the earths climate will eventually return to a glacial period, despite the heating caused by modern climate change, just no one alive today will likely see it. I also do not know to what extent modern heating will effect this, but the gap between pre-industrial temperatures and today is much less than that between a glacial and an interglacial.
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What a brilliant combo, two people I deeply respect. You've both contributed a lot to Scottish mountains from different angles, nice to see you together.
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Thanks for taking us to such a unique place. Outstanding video, Murray.
Hi Murray, thank you once again for another wonderful video. We camped a short distance from you a few years ago, on a 3 day backpacking adventure, and loved the isolation, and feeling so insignificant, amongst such awesome scenery. We took some photo's surrounded by the snow, to try and impress our friends back in Norfolk. I must say on a technical level how superb you manage to film, present, record and edit your films, so professional. Having just watched the end credits of the last " Grand Tour " where although in total contrast to your film, a crew of over 70 do not make a huge difference to the quality and final production. Well done, and thank you, to you and Iain for such an informative film.
Hi Murray. Yet another stunning video. Great to be able to join you on the adventure. BTW I am the person who referred HH to you. I thought that it might be an exciting collaboration. Looking forward to the next adventure already! Thanks
What a super Video, as always. Spectacular scenery, natural beauty. The Aurora was magical.
The video was also informative, raising questions on our changing climate...
Thanks for sharing.
Totally outstanding Murray, and what an interesting video. I’d heard of this patch, but none of the detail covered here. A joy to watch as usual, thanks so much.
Thanks Garry and thanks for watching 🙏👍
Always absolutely love your videos no matter what and it also so exciting when you do add another person. Me and my husband paused it and were trying to guess lol …. We were definitely wrong .. not Jerry or Ray . Excellent absolutely brilliant Murray … learnt so much and also “ it’s crying “ my word now suddenly my urge to recycle even more went up a a scale. The thought of its tears 😢 …. You put it into simple human language that made me think . Iain dedication and enthusiasm was also a spellbinding watch. What a combo and ordered his book ( I know it wasn’t a plug for us to do so but grateful you highlighted the fact he had one out on the subject). We have watched you for over 4 years now and started when we moved to Scotland from Cornwall…and live at loch fyne. We have watch you say goodbye to your mum, introduce your family more, introduced your wee dogs ( so cute) and helped us learn so much about Scotland and learnt the lingo ( lol eg stream : burn ) . We appreciate the dedication sincerely we do. You do have an impact with your videos and never doubt your absolutely incredible editing skills . 👏 Cindy & Frank x
Excellent one Sir! Thank you for taking us on such a spectacular adventure
Great film. Really wish Scotland still had glaciers.
Me too (well apart from crevasses - they scare me 😳 😂👍
The scenery is just stunning
Thanks Murray for posting.
Really enjoyed this one Murray, never heard of the Sphinx but as they say every day is a school day. Iain seems like a very interesting and knowledgeable guy.
Once again thanks for taking us along.
Brian.
Fantastic. What a privilege to stand in a place like that. 👍
Just brilliant! What a place. Thank you both.
An excellent video Murray. And what an amazing location. You both presented quite a different but interesting subject. Your brilliant photography captures the stunning scenery both during the day and during the night.
Many thanks for sharing.
Wow! This was wonderful.- loved the silhouette shot of the two of you at sunset with the waving grasses. And, what a lesson the ‘weeping’ snow patch gives - we must all do our best to mitigate the effects of climate change. You’ve excelled yourself with this one, Murray. Can’t thank you enough. A.T.B.❄️😪🏴
Thanks Anne - it was a grand trip :)
This was fascinating. Great that you could do this walk together and then share Iain's knowledge with us.
Thanks Sue
Some stunning video there, Murray. Not a half bad interview either! Just fantastic! Very lucky with the weather as well. Your aurora footage is top notch. Super enjoyable. Cheers, and ATB!
Thanks Erin - Twas a fine trip and we got lucky with the Aurora show too :)
Thanks for watching
M
Stunning photography.
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Great stuff Murray! The Aurora and time lapse looked amazing!👍
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Wonderful film. Thanks to both for an unique expedition
Brilliant video and so informative. Loved you two working together . Scenery amazing.
Thanks Julie 🙏
Great video of an amazing area i know well from my youth. Lovely, thanks for uploading this...
Thank You for this special video. Just gobsmacked. Brilliant!!!! ❤
Great trek Murray Scotland's views never fail to impress ATB 👍🙌👏
Get this guy his own TV show (Scotlands Mountains) ❤
Excellent video - some superb footage and very informative conversations with Iain 👍
What an amazing episode and a really interesting guest and location....
Absolutely amazing Murray. What a journey and privilege. I have seen the patch on many a trip instructing, and descended that slope in to the Garbh Coire and Lairig Ghru . It's big remote country. Amazing Aurora, so want to see that. Thanks so much for sharing
This was one of the best, cheers Murray 🤗
30:48. Quote from Murray "it's crying'. 😢
Thanks Murray and Iain - for showing us this.
Oh wow Murray, absolutely amazing and super professional 😊 a brilliant documentary with Iain and some amazing Scottish scenery. Really enjoyed this one and the factual side of it. Better than anything on TV that's for sure :) Thank you both!
Why hasn’t Amazon contacted Murray ? Theirs a great tv series waiting to be unearthed imo.
@@dogdog659 aye completely agree, I would watch it
Thanks John - very much appreciated 🙏
Fabulous trip Murray, what a unique place, Scotland never fails to impress. Thanks for your excellent channel 👍
Absolutely brilliant loved every minute of it👍.
That was a totally entertaining and immersive journey. Thanks.
Great video Murray - what an interesting and amazing place in the Cairngorms . so interesting to learn about the history of this patch of ice and the special remote landscape it sits in. The photography was extra spectacular and what a treat the night footage of the Aurora was. Thanks to Iain for sharing his knowledge and obvious passion about this wild area and the Sphinx. The bright lichen was so special to see. This has to be my new favourite video !😊😊😊😊
Thanks Sue - Iain is such a knowledgeable man and great company - a great trip was enjoyed :)
Utterly wonderful and insightful video Murray, great stuff 👌
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Thought I recognised the track on the way in! Really interesting vid. I follow the FB page for snow patches remaining. My favourite place to hike and bike too all in one video. 😊 Thank you.
It’s a fantastic place to visit and the FB page is great - not sure how much longer the patch has !!
Thanks for watching
Murray
This was such an interesting one Murray and very educational in so many ways. Thanks so much for sharing this. It was very poinient in a lot of ways mate. Cheers again
Someone as fit as you for long distance, never thought I'd see it. Terrific video, Murray. Spectacular views of the Cairngorms. The Aurora was very special (again).
Thanks Joan 🙏👍
Great video Murray. Thank you
It’s a special place. Thanks for sharing it
Another classic the views the magnificent aurora quite something
Brilliant thanks
Good evening Murray. Absolutely loved that. Some stunning views and so interesting listening to Iain talking about all the history of the Sphinx and his knowledge of the area. I’ve been watching your channel now for years now and I would go as far to say it’s one of my favourite videos. Thank you ever so much for sharing it with us.
All the very best.
Dave 😃🥾⛰🏴
Thanks Dave :) 🙏👍
Simply breathtaking and thought provoking. Brilliant film guys 👌👍
Well done that’s the most beautiful I’ve seen the cairngorms and I grew up looking at them
Fantastic adventure. Really enjoyed this, thank you.
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Superb! Loved every minute. ...The history and stunning photography. thank you both
Fascinating stuff Murray been keeping an eye on Iain for a while his work and his book is outstanding
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Fascinating back story….. fantastic views
I'm in awe that was stunning, thanks for another great video murray 😊
Great video as always and informative as well. I wasnt aware that there are snow patches in Scotland that last throughout the year and even for centuries. The sphinx must have been much bigger some 100 years ago. Would be interesting to see some old photos or drawings.
Stunning Landscape of the Cairngorms amazing footage and so inspirational 👌
Amazing and very interesting content! Never knew there what such a thing as the last snow to melt.
Thanks gents!
Really interesting video this week. A superb documentary about the Sphinx and its increasing rate of disappearances.
And what a fabulous time lapse of the aurora. Any chance of a longer version of that on its own?
Thanks Alasdair - think the total Timelapse was about 4 minutes !! Not sure it would hold everyone’s attention for that long ;) lol 😂 the knowledge Iain has is second to none and it was a great privilege to spend time with Iain and visit the Sphinx - a special place :)
@@ScotlandsMountains I'm sure I'm not the only amateur astronomer here, 😀. I was a bit horrified to see the urban lights from your remote camp. Not quite the back of beyond.
I do love attempting to identify the constellations and stars in your night sky shots.
Another first in this video was no mention of Scotch eggs ! What a place that is, its a shame we are warming up year on year. Thanks for that one Murray. Aurora was awesome.
Thank you - fantastic
Great journey to the sphinx, I heard of this place recently on the news. Wonderful journey
Fascinating insight
So interesting wow brilliant drone footage what a location thank you
Hi Murray what a fantastic video as always, the footage of the northern lights was spectacular, very informative regarding one of the last remaining patches of snow quite sad the speed it is melting but rest assured with winter around the corner won’t belong until the first fall of snow, what a lovely remote walk this week it looks quite intimidating up there so well done both of you take care.👍
Thanks Derek - Twas a great adventure - not long till winter descends again :)
Thanks for watching
Adam Watson, a polymath, ecological pioneer, Mr Cairngorms, sadly missed
Agreed
Such an interesting and educational video ❤️. The Northern Lights and quarry were magnificent 🏔️. Thanks again for sharing this informative information 👏🏻
Thanks Ellen 🙏
Spectacular trip, great video, and Ian seems a really interesting guy. Different spin to normal too, great stuff!
Brilliant video very interesting ! Thank you
bit different this time and I loved it. Great video (as ever) pal
Happy this video is out, as for some reason Scottish snow patches are something I think about all the time- I don't really know why, but it feels like a great tale of resilience how these lumps of ice seem to beat the odds and last so long, despite the sad fact that they are now making it through the summer less and less often now. It would be interesting to know if it is still there, as I don't really have any way of monitoring them.
I agree - it’s intriguing to see if they last - if you are on Facebook - the. Check out snow patches in scotland page - latest update on the Sphinx there from today !
Real “boys own” stuff, great vid
Best thing I've seen about the outdoors in Scotland this year...well done Murray & thanks Ian
Thanks David - much appreciated 🙏
Murray that has to be your best vlog so far , keep up the good work.
Amazing. Such a strong and heartbreaking example of climate change. Snow that never melted, but now it does.
Anoch beag still has a patch too
Murray Ian that was a fantastic watch
Best wishes to you both 🏔️🏴🧊
Regards Simon 🤠
Fascinating. What direction is the snow patch facing (i assume North, but it seemed to be too well lit)
Think it’s east facing ( I may be wrong tho )
Liking this video very much Murray. Very interesting and insightful. If this is a slight change in direction for your videos, it gets the thumbs up from me.
Wonderful
Fantastic stuff 🙂👍
Fantastic video Murray!
That was fascinating! And quite poignant.
hi murray a really enjoyed yr video it’s very interesting absolutely brilliant love it 👍👍
Thanks Heather 🙏
Great adventure!
the sphynx? oh mummy!
Snowball fight, anyone!?
Does anyone know if it’s still there? Be curious to know if it grew during the recent cold front we had that came in last week?
I think the snow that fell then was fairly superficial, but probably put its melt on pause for a few days. If it is still there, this is the critical time as it is warm now but next week the snow will return- in larger volumes this time- and the tide may begin to turn.
Hi - if you are on Facebook- there is a snow patches in scotland page - really good and keeps things updated on patches melting etc etc 👍👍
@@ScotlandsMountains hi Murray, thanks for the answer. I’m not on Facebook but I will ask my sister to have a look for me next time I see her 🤣 thanks for your help and of course your amazing content!
Has it now melted at the End of September?
Why's it called SO.?
Excellent video as ever Murray. Obviously lots of concern on global warming - why does Iain think there will be another ice age (a question from someone with no great knowledge in this area)
Over the last 2 million years, earths climate has alternated from glacial periods to interglacial periods. The last glacial period ended 10000 years ago, and this is what we normally consider to be the end of the ice age. One day however, this interglacial period will end, we will enter another glacial period with ice sheets once again covering Britain. Obviously man made climate change has added to the increased heat caused by the interglacial period, but these changes take place over a much longer time than modern climate change has taken place. So in short, over hundreds of years the earths climate will eventually return to a glacial period, despite the heating caused by modern climate change, just no one alive today will likely see it. I also do not know to what extent modern heating will effect this, but the gap between pre-industrial temperatures and today is much less than that between a glacial and an interglacial.
What they said below :) 👍👍
@@ScotlandsMountains exactly the answer I was expecting 🥴🤣