Thank you, Steve, for sharing your adventure with us! What an experience! We walked with you, got wet, tired, made mistakes and found solutions, got hungry, found food, met some delightful people (pilots less so) right alongside you. A very human experience. Beautiful!
I flew for Loganair for 7 years, now fly long haul. Can wholeheartedly say that regional flying in Scotland must be up there with some of the hardest flying around. Certainly harder than a heavy jet! Inclement weather, snow, ice, island weather to contend with. The skipper here is excellent - clear instructions and managed to the conditions so well. Credit to the industry. As others have said, really excellent video yet again!
So it was you that made that great flight from Westray to Papa Westray......How many seconds did it take? Stewart Linklater still holds the record of 53 seconds.....
My lad just started with LoganAir last week - yet to do his type rating… I’m jealous as hell - like you, I fly LongHaul now - it’s been 30 years since flying turboprops, and I only brushed the surface of Highlands and Islands (Gill Air). He jumpseated over to Benbecula the other day - it looked absolutely stunning!
Got to say, the pilot might have been a bit stern but he knows what he's doing and I'm sure flying in those conditions you want absolutely no distractions whatsoever. Good on him.
Try sailing around the West Coast! Tiree is one place I know around this area west of Mull, another is Gometra Harbour, all courtesy of the Clyde Cruising Club guides.
But the great thing is, you're trudging along in the dark, freezing, soaked to the bone...then you smell a coal or peat fire, notice the warm glow of a pub...minutes later, you're in front of a fire, with a "wee nippie sweetie", some decent tuck, looking forward to sleeping in a nice warm bed, followed by a hearty Scottish breakfast, to get you prepared to...do it all over again...! :D 👍
What you fit into one day, is quite amazing. You carry very little, arriving in places I've never heard of and rely on some very sketchy connections. All so that I can sit back, with a cuppa tea, my biscuit assortment and enjoy your discomfort. Pure magic. 😎☯️🌱
I know you do this almost for a living, but as a viewer, I do appreciate the expense you go to to show us a great episode. You are a true professional, Steve. Thank you.
You do yourself a disservice Steve, I enjoy your battles with adversity films more than any other! That pilot (English?) sounded ex-military, he scared me more than that flight would have. Thank you for another brilliant trip - you have no idea how much these help me watching them, especially when I'm in my darker places.
Steve it’s Paul again from Kent you are a super star no need to apologise it was great look at the difference the pilot a bit stern however he was very good at landing the plane ,tam coach driver what a legend a credit to his company that’s customer service for you .anyway you take care keep up the great work you are doing Paul
The conditions for the flight made me remember a story from a book about the de Havilland Dragon Rapide. During the 1930's when there was a prolonged spell of stormy weather one of the Scottish Islands urgently needed a flight to deliver medical supplies. The wind was too strong to allow the plane to land, but it was blowing down the length of the runway, and so, with considerable flying skill, the pilot was able to 'hover' his plane just above the surface of the runway whilst volunteers rapidly unloaded the supplies. The flight out from Glasgow into the wind had taken well over an hour, but the return flight with a tail wind was only a few minutes.
My father bumped into the University of Berlin's glider flying group when he studied there back in the late fifties. They crossed through the GDR into FRG mainland for flying weekends at Oerlinghausen airfield. To lauch gliders, they only had a winch there. My father told me that when the weather was stormy, the winch was only used to get the gliders off the ground and to maybe 100 feet. By that time, if the wind basically had already stalled the winch, the winch driver would turn off the engine and simply hold the launching line with the brake of the winch. The gliders would then rise like kites on their lines. In my own glider flying days, somebody at Bonn-Hangelar airfield had a restored Doppelraab, a slightly weird trainer glider from the fifties, that had a stall speed of less than 30mph when flown single seated. On a rather windy day, I saw the Doppelraab right above the glider's runway strip in the position where gliders enter the airfield's circuit for landing, it only was pointing the wrong direction. It was basically hovering in place, only losing altitude. It came in for its landing like a helicopter, only picked up some ground speed as the headwind decreased closer to the ground and thus had a landing run of almost the length of its cockpit. Who needs complex helicopters when it's windy? 🤗
I am constantly amazed at the options for public transportation in Scotland. Nothing like that where I live. I enjoyed this video even though it was a bit of a struggle for you.
One of the many reasons I love your videos is that you show real travel. Things happen. It's not all just some glossy adventure. Seeing you find alternatives gives me more ideas for my own trips.
After doing the Campbeltown bus a few times I can attest that it is great. As a rally enthusiast it is double the fun, both great views and interesting roller coaster roads.
Greetings from a regular viewer in Malaysia. Just walking in the rain...or sunshine to an airport or castle is more challenging than getting a taxi. That's why you do it. June 2022 I took the Citylink from my cousins home in Dumbarton to Oban ...beautiful sunshine and journey. I got a sore neck looking right and left ...My cousins Hugh & Kathleen had a 4 day holiday in Tiree in June 23, using the ferry from Oban a month after a short visit to Kerrera. 3 years ago Kathleen had to fly from Tiree to Glasgow after an accident.
Another brilliant video, Steve. I recall being stuck on Raasay for an extra day at the ferry masters b&b when he had to go out in the evening to put extra ropes to tie up the ferry due to the wind. Just a bit surprised that Scotrail didn't provide replacement transport.
That bus ride reminds me of a time I worked for a "car salvage yard" we were in northeast England, the trucks went all over the UK north of Leeds, the drivers got a bonus for each car they picked up, the trucks carry 6 cars each, they hated going to the Highlands, it took them a week sleeping in the cab to collect 6 cars, I was a mechanic in the workshop, I had a chat with the transport manager and agreed to go and collect the cars in the Highlands, best time of my life, the furthest afield I went was Islay, it was excellent, there was no time restrictions put on me, an address a car to pick up, get back when you get back, what a life, stop when I wanted to, skim stones on the lochs, take in the scenery mint, just took me back for a minute there ❤
Steve, it is so compelling to watch you show the raw reality of travelling, both at its best and at its worst - often at the same time. Keep on keepin' on!
Honestly i enjoy an episode like this at least as much as a sightseeing on a sunny day one - a bit of drama, and a chance to see the elements doing their thing. ❤️
My son said "I like these videos because you don't know what's going to happen next!" Your videos are certainly entertaining even when things don't go to plan 😊 And meeting legends like Tam is always a positive too. Thanks Steve for another entertaining Saturday afternoon ❤
You're wrong - this was a classic! The look of grim determination on your face when you were landing in Oban was priceless. Well done Steve - I can hardly wait for the next offering.
If you feel sick get off the phone.Great advice. Your flights look fine,a bit bumpy as he is staying VFR under the cloud base.(Visual Flight Rules).Into Oban he had a crosswind so it looks worse than it is.The mighty Islander gets through but ScotRail cancels.Typical.
This was the first time I’ve ever seen your channel (Part 1 & 2 ). Thank you so much for sharing. The island was beautiful! I love how you remained calm and collected even through rain, hail, leaking roof and starvation. I can’t wait to see your other videos!
Well Steve - the overwhelming (and understandable) relief on your face on the final train journey was a pleasure to behold. I watched both parts and found them VERY interesting, informative and well worth the time. Your genuine warmth and calmness in the face of climatic adversity shone through the rain and strong winds. I particularly liked the odd occasion when you said hello and acknowledged the cattle, horse and sheep on your walks. Just as an aside, on ITV's 'An Audience with Billy Connolly' he was bemoaning the Scottish singers who are based in London and talks of how one of them got found out when he penned a song entitled 'The Blue, Misty Hills of Tiree'. As the Big Yin said, "if you have ever been there it's like a bloody billiard table". He was evidently right! It has - and always is a pleasure to enjoy your trials and travels without having to undergo them myself - so thanks. I live in Thailand now (originally from the UK) so it is lovely to be reminded of how beautifully wild parts of Scotland can be. Thanks for putting up with the less welcome parts for us all. Great channel, Steve! Be safe and travel well!
Well Steve, I thought it was a classic and very much enjoyed it. Brought back memories of a ferry trip from Ullapool to Stornoway about 40 Yeats ago when a storm came in. The crossing took over 4 hours and was very uncomfortable! I understand the pilot not wanting any filming on landing and take off....the fewer distractions the better! Top marks to Tam too.
My MacLean ancestors came from Tiree and I really enjoyed your videos, especially the rain and wind!!! I was there in 2009 and the weather can be very very wild!!! I met an older woman who moved to Tiree to be closer to her son (a minister) and daughter in law. She told me she was blown over one time by the wind and broke her hip. Tiree isn't for sissies!!! Thanks, Steve!!!!
I loved this little 2 part series. It's just the sort of thing that would happen to me, but you covered a lot of ground and still got up close and personal with some real neat stuff along the way. And makes for a great story.
Certainly seemed like a stressful day, but I'm sure you got another story out of it. That sense of adventure you have is a pleasure to watch. Your bus driver seemed like a diamond guy too.
I came to Scotland (west coast) from Yorkshire in 1979 and stayed. My 4 kids are all born here, now got grandweans, and I love it. I laughed out loud at this vid (after a couple of drams). Your face on the flight in and out of Coll; priceless! Well done pal, made my evening.
But it WAS a classic - Classic Steve Marsh, yomping around some out of the way place in the pouring rain....wearing shorts! That's what I love about this Channel, mate! Brightens up my Monday morning every week - thanks for all you do!
It may have been very windy, but apparently the turbulence at the airfield was rather modest. I have seen worse. I guess the lack of any structures around the approach and runway there helps a lot. And yes, the slightly grumpy Mr. Pilot obviously has quite some skill as pilot! 🤗 Those planes that will just shrug off such conditions though, eh? They are none of the elegant aircraft types, but they do have a charm of their own. They radiate robustness and can-do-spirit from each of their rivets! 🤩 It may have been a super tough day, but it made a great video! Lest we forget: All hail Tam, saviour of Steve! 🤗
... you have the perfect voice and tone for these types of videos. I'm from Tyler, Texas, USA, I couldn't imagine doing these types of trips at 60 yoa. People in the "States" don't do these types of trips, at least not many that I know of, probably cause they're poor like myself. I took a few trips in my thirty's, around Texas,. I started in Dallas, drove down to Houston, and then down to Padre Island and back, it was about 600 or 700+ mile around trip, in a subcompact car, an Isuzu/Geo Spectrum. I also took some road trips to West Texas, with some amateur herpetologists, that was "interesting", and so were some of the destinations in-between. 🤔😆 I like your videos, I like that you don't "Sugar coat" your trips when you are dealing with frustrations and adversity. They're very honest. Thank you for taking us on your trips. -- Alfredo ✌🏼🤘🏼👍🏼
I disagree about it not being a classic video. Not every journey is about sunshine and beautiful scenery. This was a great tale of reality and adversity overcome. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
I very much enjoyed this, so much more than someone pointing a camera at something well known and easily accessed. It’s the sort of thing which makes this The Golden Age of Armchair Travel
Disagree when you said the video wasn’t a classic. I thoroughly enjoyed it and a good showcase of how vital those transport links out to the islands are. Great work as usual.
Glad you made it back home as the thought of you staying another night in that Bothy or leaky shed with a roof that could have been ripped off at any time for me was scary enough and I wasn't there! Mind you those plane rides must have been nail biting, but the views you got of the seas and islands were superb so thank you. Tam sounded like a great bloke, giving you lots of info on the bus journey and getting you back in time to catch your train. What an adventure Steve!!
That pilot was a marvel! And from the looks of you sitting on the airplane I would have been "car sick" just a few minutes in. I used to not be that way but now, oh dear. I wonder if it happens with age! Good to see that you made all of your connections and it really was a wonderful trip. I love the wind and rain but only if I'm not having to be out traveling in it. To sit and watch it's wonderful. I hope you brought Alicja a surprise. Be well, stay safe, travel dry, love from Texas.
I say the pilot was ok as he was giving a safety brief. We all see & hear them on the big jets and most of the time you listen & then totally forget what was said. You feel safe with 300+ fellow passengers. You are in flying bath tub in severe weather and got more than a chance of having a scare in that weather and person too busy filming instead of watching. I also think when he added “if you feel sick” & then “get off your phone” was he implying that phone watching can cause sickness. Don’t upset the person who’s risking their lives to pick you up. Great video and class flying from the pilot.
I clapped and cried at the end. This is true "reality tv". So pleased for you that you made it back to Montrose that evening - I was on the edge of my seat until you got to the train station in Glasgow. Go well, always & forever.
I used to get the train home from work, but there was only one last bus @ the station. I nearly cried one nite thinking I'd missed it, my mobile was nearly dead & the station was dark & deserted. The bus turned up late, which was unusual. I was never so glad to see a bus in my whole life !
I don't know about it not being a classic. It might not be the video you initially intended to film, but it was definitely another classic where we go along on the journey with you. I'm pleased you got back ok. I'm not usually nervous when I fly, but I think I would be on a flight like that. Earlier on in the video, when there was a patch of blue sky, it really is always a joy to seea little blue after days or weeks of grey.
A great vlog Steve, definitely a classic. Thanks for this. The plane trip was scary but what a scenic journey back home. Brave wearing shorts and after an all day journey back home, even managed the run up the stairs! I'd be exhausted just getting to Tiree airport! Nice one Steve! 👍
Steve's comment about getting dark early. Mid summer is Scotlands gift to the world's travel and tourism. It would have been daylight all the way to Glasgow if Steve had left winter travel for other parts of the globe.
Brilliant content Well done Scotland for showing the world what travel should be. Great bus driver too. A fan. Bet he couldn't believe his luck picking you up ❤
Yep👊👏👏👏. Long live Scotland. I'm deeply impressed. A flight like this is on my bucket list, for sure. 'Any questions😂😂😂', priceless, the pilot's announcement ❤
This was a great travel odyssey Steve. Don't forget how much you walked as well. It was such a fascinating contrast that you started with the stormy wilderness of the island and ended with all the concrete and steel of home. Thanks for bringing us along.
I think you do a tremendous service to anyone considering traveling in Scotland, your videos help them (us) to understand the importance of both flexibility and knowledge of alternative options when planning an outing.
You really do take one for the team and still manage to deliver first class product, thank you so much for all your efforts sure puts a smile on my face on a Saturday night here in Oz. Till next time stay safe and cheers.
"Wasn't a classic, was it?" - listen to yourself!! I'd say this trip was your *most* classic - certainly the one I'd be keenest to replicate. Glad you got home in good order. And as Tam demonstrated, you're becoming a household name in Scotland - heaven only *knows* if that table of lassies had recognized you, the weather mightn't have been your biggest threat! Greatly enjoyed your trip off the beaten track - or at least, less beaten out of season. Looking forward to your next adventure!
Awesome. This is legendary stuff. A true warrior of travel bearing the brunt of that weather and walking miles on only a Pot Noodle! Thanks for this ! Extra points for no music over the flight too. This channel gets better and better.
That pilot seemed very stern but I don't blame him, he's got a very important job during what's clearly far from ideal conditions, I am not surprised he wanted the passengers' undivided attention
That's quite a video, Steve! I didn't envy you not knowing whether you'd be stuck on Tiree, as beautiful as it is. It's one thing if you have your home on a remote island, but if you're a visitor you're very much at the mercy of the weather. Wise decision, I think, not to stay on Coll, given the weather conditions, and very fortunate to be able to get the bus from Oban to Glasgow and then the train to Montrose. Not sure how you functioned without anything serious to eat until you were able to get food from M&S in Queen St. Anyway, all strength to your elbow, Steve, for taking these adventurous journeys and bringing us along with you.
20:04 cos you’re a traveller and an explorer and you adapt and secretly enjoy every single second, even the bits you’d have to be mad to enjoy 😜. And of course, then you got that lovely bus ride with Tam and a great video. It all works out!
Thanks for the raw & real perspective of travel. It’s not all sunshine & Instagram moments. Plus how skilled that pilot was & Tam pointing out the local sights. Scoping for a next adventure maybe 😊
Your videos make me feel like I’m traveling with a good friend! Love your curiosity and sense of adventure. Cheers to making allowances and new plans as you go along. 😉 Wonderful watch for us, thanks for braving the elements.
Well done, Steve Nearly 50 years ago I did a trip to Unst (northernmost of the Shetlands) from Durham in December and it took three days! I was stuck for a day at Aberdeen airport with only £5 in my pocket. Your journey really reminded me of this. Thanks for filming it so well. Geoff
Glad to see that you got back home, despite the weather. Talking of trains my son, my eldest grandson and I went to Settle on the Settle and Carlisle train last Saturday, 4 November 2023. Thoroughly recommend it. Train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle, and from there change to another platform and off to Settle. Lovely we town, and you can get a tour of the (now disused signal box) at the station. My grandson had a great time learning and operating all the levers etc. Don't worry the box is no longer connected to the mainline which ultimately ends in Leeds. Love you videos. Gordon McG
Fantastic.. nothing like some cold fresh rain to freeze your face 😅.. I love the smaller airports and planes and can't hold the pilots in higher regards. Thanks for the continued tag along . Stay safe 🏴
FYI email from my friend Vicky in Australia this morning, "Watching your mate Steve Marsh on you tube.He is wandering around the Isle of tiree getting hammered by wind and hailstones looking for the airport-he is a real character isn't he " so praise for you and me regarded as being your mate as a mere subscriber !😂
Well done you Steve. I don't know if I would have boarded that plane. I realize the options were limited but that looked so scary. Kudos to G-HEBS Lovely views once you got up there. The terrifying things you do for us. I love how you pivot on the fly with the bus connection. The walk across the Connel Bridge was a bonus, as was the view of the caste from the bus. This is fantastic Steve, frightening, but fantastic. I was holding my breath until you got on the bus. I see Tam, the driver is a fan too. You make every video so enjoyable no matter the obstacles. Love it Steve, absolutely love it. 😍😍😍
The expression on your face cracked me up when the pilot was slipping the aircraft (you called it “crabbing”). We pilots do that to lose altitude quickly while maintaining airspeed and it is a very common technique to use in landing in high winds.
My father told a tale while on National Service but did not give a location. A Tiger Moth set off down the runway and took to the air, However the wind speed was greater then the available flying speed of the aircraft and flew backwards but still pointing in to the wind, to land back on the start of the runway. From your approach past Oban the headland you saw was to the very North West of Mull near Calgary Bay and Ulva.
In theory, Scotrail were under a duty to provide transport to get you home. You could have phoned them and they would have had to get you a taxi or something to Crianlarich or wherever; or if they truly couldn't, they would have to pay your hotel for the night. Under Article 18 of under regulation 1371/2007 of the European Parliament, as incorporated into UK domestic law during Brexit. But I'm glad you got back anyway, and with such a lovely Citylink driver!
Great video but there have been plane crashes caused by loose objects jamming controls so in a small plane like the Islander and turbulence it is probably not a good idea to risk phones flying around.
Great video Steve. Tiree is seriously out there when the weather rolls in. Tough gig walking to the airport in that weather! Not getting the grumpy pilots logic regarding phones, would he have said the same if you were reading a book? You did well to get some footage. Another great video, well cool Tam and his commentary about places enroute to Glasgow.
Thank you, Steve, for sharing your adventure with us! What an experience! We walked with you, got wet, tired, made mistakes and found solutions, got hungry, found food, met some delightful people (pilots less so) right alongside you. A very human experience. Beautiful!
Hi Steve, was great to finally meet you im glad you had a great journey back to Glasgow. Hopefully see you again. Tam
Good job m8
mate your a legend in this part of youtube.
If only Carlsberg done bus drivers! Good lad Tam.
Three hurrays for Tam! And a beer, as soon as he' s off duty ;-P @steve-marsh
I flew for Loganair for 7 years, now fly long haul. Can wholeheartedly say that regional flying in Scotland must be up there with some of the hardest flying around. Certainly harder than a heavy jet! Inclement weather, snow, ice, island weather to contend with. The skipper here is excellent - clear instructions and managed to the conditions so well. Credit to the industry. As others have said, really excellent video yet again!
So it was you that made that great flight from Westray to Papa Westray......How many seconds did it take? Stewart Linklater still holds the record of 53 seconds.....
My lad just started with LoganAir last week - yet to do his type rating…
I’m jealous as hell - like you, I fly LongHaul now - it’s been 30 years since flying turboprops, and I only brushed the surface of Highlands and Islands (Gill Air). He jumpseated over to Benbecula the other day - it looked absolutely stunning!
What a bleak place!!
@@phil_nichollsI remember Gill Air out of Newcastle. If memory serves me right they flew the 330 & 360 in the 80's. Great times back then.
😂😅❤ you brave man x
Got to say, the pilot might have been a bit stern but he knows what he's doing and I'm sure flying in those conditions you want absolutely no distractions whatsoever. Good on him.
This is classic Scotland - weather is awful, nothing goes to plan and you constantly have to adjust, but you always meet lovely folk along the way.
That’s actually very true!
Try sailing around the West Coast!
Tiree is one place I know around this area west of Mull, another is Gometra Harbour, all courtesy of the Clyde Cruising Club guides.
But the great thing is, you're trudging along in the dark, freezing, soaked to the bone...then you smell a coal or peat fire, notice the warm glow of a pub...minutes later, you're in front of a fire, with a "wee nippie sweetie", some decent tuck, looking forward to sleeping in a nice warm bed, followed by a hearty Scottish breakfast, to get you prepared to...do it all over again...! :D 👍
What you fit into one day, is quite amazing.
You carry very little, arriving in places I've never heard of and rely on some very sketchy connections. All so that I can sit back, with a cuppa tea, my biscuit assortment and enjoy your discomfort.
Pure magic. 😎☯️🌱
The pilot and driver appreciation video
Legends both
I know you do this almost for a living, but as a viewer, I do appreciate the expense you go to to show us a great episode. You are a true professional, Steve. Thank you.
You do yourself a disservice Steve, I enjoy your battles with adversity films more than any other! That pilot (English?) sounded ex-military, he scared me more than that flight would have. Thank you for another brilliant trip - you have no idea how much these help me watching them, especially when I'm in my darker places.
Yes, the pilot had that way of speaking that only the military seem to have!
Absolutely, I've told Steve the same, I love these videos especially if I'm down.
I really appreciate it mate, and wishing you so much strength. You got this 💪🏻
I thought he might be Australian, from his use of "chunder".
@@steve-marsh Mate thank you, that means a lot.
Steve it’s Paul again from Kent you are a super star no need to apologise it was great look at the difference the pilot a bit stern however he was very good at landing the plane ,tam coach driver what a legend a credit to his company that’s customer service for you .anyway you take care keep up the great work you are doing Paul
The conditions for the flight made me remember a story from a book about the de Havilland Dragon Rapide. During the 1930's when there was a prolonged spell of stormy weather one of the Scottish Islands urgently needed a flight to deliver medical supplies. The wind was too strong to allow the plane to land, but it was blowing down the length of the runway, and so, with considerable flying skill, the pilot was able to 'hover' his plane just above the surface of the runway whilst volunteers rapidly unloaded the supplies. The flight out from Glasgow into the wind had taken well over an hour, but the return flight with a tail wind was only a few minutes.
My father bumped into the University of Berlin's glider flying group when he studied there back in the late fifties. They crossed through the GDR into FRG mainland for flying weekends at Oerlinghausen airfield. To lauch gliders, they only had a winch there. My father told me that when the weather was stormy, the winch was only used to get the gliders off the ground and to maybe 100 feet. By that time, if the wind basically had already stalled the winch, the winch driver would turn off the engine and simply hold the launching line with the brake of the winch. The gliders would then rise like kites on their lines.
In my own glider flying days, somebody at Bonn-Hangelar airfield had a restored Doppelraab, a slightly weird trainer glider from the fifties, that had a stall speed of less than 30mph when flown single seated. On a rather windy day, I saw the Doppelraab right above the glider's runway strip in the position where gliders enter the airfield's circuit for landing, it only was pointing the wrong direction. It was basically hovering in place, only losing altitude. It came in for its landing like a helicopter, only picked up some ground speed as the headwind decreased closer to the ground and thus had a landing run of almost the length of its cockpit.
Who needs complex helicopters when it's windy? 🤗
Quite a story!
OMG that’s crazy!
I am constantly amazed at the options for public transportation in Scotland. Nothing like that where I live. I enjoyed this video even though it was a bit of a struggle for you.
Or flying across the Cook Strait in NZ in windy conditions.
The Pilot definitely has his "game face" on... no messing around in those conditions!
Hey Steve, that's one of the best travel endurance videos I've ever seen. Thanks so much for sharing the experience 🙂
Glad you enjoyed it mate!
One of the many reasons I love your videos is that you show real travel. Things happen. It's not all just some glossy adventure. Seeing you find alternatives gives me more ideas for my own trips.
That bus journey actually looks really nice and scenic. Almost as good as the views flying low over the islands.
And a lot less terrifying 🤣
After doing the Campbeltown bus a few times I can attest that it is great. As a rally enthusiast it is double the fun, both great views and interesting roller coaster roads.
Greetings from a regular viewer in Malaysia.
Just walking in the rain...or sunshine to an airport or castle is more challenging than getting a taxi. That's why you do it.
June 2022 I took the Citylink from my cousins home in Dumbarton to Oban ...beautiful sunshine and journey. I got a sore neck looking right and left ...My cousins Hugh & Kathleen had a 4 day holiday in Tiree in June 23, using the ferry from Oban a month after a short visit to Kerrera. 3 years ago Kathleen had to fly from Tiree to Glasgow after an accident.
Another brilliant video, Steve. I recall being stuck on Raasay for an extra day at the ferry masters b&b when he had to go out in the evening to put extra ropes to tie up the ferry due to the wind. Just a bit surprised that Scotrail didn't provide replacement transport.
It's a great drive as well.
That bus ride reminds me of a time I worked for a "car salvage yard" we were in northeast England, the trucks went all over the UK north of Leeds, the drivers got a bonus for each car they picked up, the trucks carry 6 cars each, they hated going to the Highlands, it took them a week sleeping in the cab to collect 6 cars, I was a mechanic in the workshop, I had a chat with the transport manager and agreed to go and collect the cars in the Highlands, best time of my life, the furthest afield I went was Islay, it was excellent, there was no time restrictions put on me, an address a car to pick up, get back when you get back, what a life, stop when I wanted to, skim stones on the lochs, take in the scenery mint, just took me back for a minute there ❤
Great arrival at Conel Ferry, Oban, lol
Steve, it is so compelling to watch you show the raw reality of travelling, both at its best and at its worst - often at the same time. Keep on keepin' on!
Thanks so much! Learning to always keep the camera rolling!
Honestly i enjoy an episode like this at least as much as a sightseeing on a sunny day one - a bit of drama, and a chance to see the elements doing their thing. ❤️
My son said "I like these videos because you don't know what's going to happen next!" Your videos are certainly entertaining even when things don't go to plan 😊 And meeting legends like Tam is always a positive too. Thanks Steve for another entertaining Saturday afternoon ❤
You're wrong - this was a classic! The look of grim determination on your face when you were landing in Oban was priceless. Well done Steve - I can hardly wait for the next offering.
If you feel sick get off the phone.Great advice.
Your flights look fine,a bit bumpy as he is staying VFR under the cloud base.(Visual Flight Rules).Into Oban he had a crosswind so it looks worse than it is.The mighty Islander gets through but ScotRail cancels.Typical.
Haha yes! Cheers!
This was the first time I’ve ever seen your channel (Part 1 & 2 ). Thank you so much for sharing. The island was beautiful! I love how you remained calm and collected even through rain, hail, leaking roof and starvation. I can’t wait to see your other videos!
Hey welcome aboard! Thank you!
Oh but Steve, it was a classic - those are the ones where we really feel that we're travelling with you ;-)
Well Steve - the overwhelming (and understandable) relief on your face on the final train journey was a pleasure to behold. I watched both parts and found them VERY interesting, informative and well worth the time. Your genuine warmth and calmness in the face of climatic adversity shone through the rain and strong winds. I particularly liked the odd occasion when you said hello and acknowledged the cattle, horse and sheep on your walks. Just as an aside, on ITV's 'An Audience with Billy Connolly' he was bemoaning the Scottish singers who are based in London and talks of how one of them got found out when he penned a song entitled 'The Blue, Misty Hills of Tiree'. As the Big Yin said, "if you have ever been there it's like a bloody billiard table". He was evidently right!
It has - and always is a pleasure to enjoy your trials and travels without having to undergo them myself - so thanks. I live in Thailand now (originally from the UK) so it is lovely to be reminded of how beautifully wild parts of Scotland can be. Thanks for putting up with the less welcome parts for us all. Great channel, Steve! Be safe and travel well!
Well Steve, I thought it was a classic and very much enjoyed it. Brought back memories of a ferry trip from Ullapool to Stornoway about 40 Yeats ago when a storm came in. The crossing took over 4 hours and was very uncomfortable!
I understand the pilot not wanting any filming on landing and take off....the fewer distractions the better!
Top marks to Tam too.
Cheers John! Everyone who got me home was a legend!
This is classic solo travel; you cant control the weather. well done!
My MacLean ancestors came from Tiree and I really enjoyed your videos, especially the rain and wind!!! I was there in 2009 and the weather can be very very wild!!! I met an older woman who moved to Tiree to be closer to her son (a minister) and daughter in law. She told me she was blown over one time by the wind and broke her hip. Tiree isn't for sissies!!! Thanks, Steve!!!!
I loved this little 2 part series. It's just the sort of thing that would happen to me, but you covered a lot of ground and still got up close and personal with some real neat stuff along the way. And makes for a great story.
Certainly seemed like a stressful day, but I'm sure you got another story out of it. That sense of adventure you have is a pleasure to watch. Your bus driver seemed like a diamond guy too.
Tam was a bit of a legend! Hope he’s my driver again someday!
@@steve-marsh A bus driver like him is a gem
What a nice fella
Very addictive viewing, Steve. I'm in Australia and I'm hooked.
I came to Scotland (west coast) from Yorkshire in 1979 and stayed. My 4 kids are all born here, now got grandweans, and I love it. I laughed out loud at this vid (after a couple of drams). Your face on the flight in and out of Coll; priceless! Well done pal, made my evening.
But it WAS a classic - Classic Steve Marsh, yomping around some out of the way place in the pouring rain....wearing shorts! That's what I love about this Channel, mate! Brightens up my Monday morning every week - thanks for all you do!
It may have been very windy, but apparently the turbulence at the airfield was rather modest. I have seen worse. I guess the lack of any structures around the approach and runway there helps a lot. And yes, the slightly grumpy Mr. Pilot obviously has quite some skill as pilot! 🤗
Those planes that will just shrug off such conditions though, eh? They are none of the elegant aircraft types, but they do have a charm of their own. They radiate robustness and can-do-spirit from each of their rivets! 🤩
It may have been a super tough day, but it made a great video! Lest we forget: All hail Tam, saviour of Steve! 🤗
Ah cheers for that! :)
That was a proper classic in my opinion. This is travel as it really is, not the way Instagramers want you to think it is 👍
... you have the perfect voice and tone for these types of videos. I'm from Tyler, Texas, USA, I couldn't imagine doing these types of trips at 60 yoa. People in the "States" don't do these types of trips, at least not many that I know of, probably cause they're poor like myself. I took a few trips in my thirty's, around Texas,. I started in Dallas, drove down to Houston, and then down to Padre Island and back, it was about 600 or 700+ mile around trip, in a subcompact car, an Isuzu/Geo Spectrum. I also took some road trips to West Texas, with some amateur herpetologists, that was "interesting", and so were some of the destinations in-between. 🤔😆
I like your videos, I like that you don't "Sugar coat" your trips when you are dealing with frustrations and adversity. They're very honest.
Thank you for taking us on your trips. -- Alfredo ✌🏼🤘🏼👍🏼
You can keep your Airbuses and Boeings, you can always rely on an Islander. Aptly named in this case.
Now, that's a proper travel video👍☔🏴
I disagree about it not being a classic video. Not every journey is about sunshine and beautiful scenery. This was a great tale of reality and adversity overcome. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Thoughly enjoy your travels Steve , hi from the south of England
Call me crazy, this was one of my favorite videos you have done. True adventure and gorgeous. This is what it means to be alive.
Wow! no co-pilot, no wonder the guy was strict with passengers.
Haha yes!
I very much enjoyed this, so much more than someone pointing a camera at something well known and easily accessed. It’s the sort of thing which makes this The Golden Age of Armchair Travel
Not a classic? It was excellent. Kept me engaged the whole way through and made me nostalgic for Tiree, despite the weather.
Haha cheers! Must admit at time of filming that ending I didn’t think I had much footage!
The Pilot is a right bundle of fun. I guess when he gets to fly a big boys Aeroplane he will get over it.
Brilliant Steve, really enjoyed that. Your man Tam the bus driver seemed a cracking fella too, proud of his job and proud of Scotland.
He was an absolute legend and just what I needed by this stage!
Disagree when you said the video wasn’t a classic. I thoroughly enjoyed it and a good showcase of how vital those transport links out to the islands are. Great work as usual.
Glad you made it back home as the thought of you staying another night in that Bothy or leaky shed with a roof that could have been ripped off at any time for me was scary enough and I wasn't there! Mind you those plane rides must have been nail biting, but the views you got of the seas and islands were superb so thank you. Tam sounded like a great bloke, giving you lots of info on the bus journey and getting you back in time to catch your train. What an adventure Steve!!
Tam kept me sane on this trip, legend!
Only recently discovered your channel, enjoying going through all your uploads.
That pilot was a marvel! And from the looks of you sitting on the airplane I would have been "car sick" just a few minutes in. I used to not be that way but now, oh dear. I wonder if it happens with age! Good to see that you made all of your connections and it really was a wonderful trip. I love the wind and rain but only if I'm not having to be out traveling in it. To sit and watch it's wonderful. I hope you brought Alicja a surprise. Be well, stay safe, travel dry, love from Texas.
Thanks Kate, Alicja was rewarded with charms AND chocolates!
I say the pilot was ok as he was giving a safety brief.
We all see & hear them on the big jets and most of the time you listen & then totally forget what was said.
You feel safe with 300+ fellow passengers.
You are in flying bath tub in severe weather and got more than a chance of having a scare in that weather and person too busy filming instead of watching.
I also think when he added “if you feel sick” & then “get off your phone”
was he implying that phone watching can cause sickness.
Don’t upset the person who’s risking their lives to pick you up.
Great video and class flying from the pilot.
It WAS a classic Steve, great work as ever.
Thanks so much! I must admit it turned out okay, at that point I didn’t think I had enough footage :)
I'll say it again, love these videos. My favourite bit is when you struggle to get home. Sorry but your peril adds to my enjoyment.
It’s always a good morning when Steve uploads! Bosh
Thanks so much :)
I clapped and cried at the end.
This is true "reality tv".
So pleased for you that you made it back to Montrose that evening
- I was on the edge of my seat until you got to the train station in Glasgow.
Go well, always & forever.
Definitely a classic! Authentic Scottish west coast travel. 👍
It doesn’t get any more real than this eh? 🤣
Your face on the crosswind landing was priceless😊 Great video, very real time,thanks!
Steve, you are a great travel journalist. I always enjoy your trips vicariously. This one is no exception. Thank you for brightening up my Saturday.
I used to get the train home from work, but there was only one last bus @ the station. I nearly cried one nite thinking I'd missed it, my mobile was nearly dead & the station was dark & deserted. The bus turned up late, which was unusual. I was never so glad to see a bus in my whole life !
I can't believe you had shorts on. Now I know why the hail was hurting your legs!
I don't know about it not being a classic. It might not be the video you initially intended to film, but it was definitely another classic where we go along on the journey with you. I'm pleased you got back ok. I'm not usually nervous when I fly, but I think I would be on a flight like that.
Earlier on in the video, when there was a patch of blue sky, it really is always a joy to seea little blue after days or weeks of grey.
A great vlog Steve, definitely a classic. Thanks for this. The plane trip was scary but what a scenic journey back home. Brave wearing shorts and after an all day journey back home, even managed the run up the stairs! I'd be exhausted just getting to Tiree airport! Nice one Steve! 👍
yes deffo a classic that's what I said too!
Haha I was running on pure adrenaline 🤣
Steve's comment about getting dark early.
Mid summer is Scotlands gift to the world's travel and tourism.
It would have been daylight all the way to Glasgow if Steve had left winter travel for other parts of the globe.
Brilliant content
Well done Scotland for showing the world what travel should be.
Great bus driver too. A fan. Bet he couldn't believe his luck picking you up ❤
Yep👊👏👏👏. Long live Scotland. I'm deeply impressed. A flight like this is on my bucket list, for sure. 'Any questions😂😂😂', priceless, the pilot's announcement ❤
The Bus driver looked all clued up nice to see he also followed you enjoyable as always mate well done.
This was a great travel odyssey Steve. Don't forget how much you walked as well. It was such a fascinating contrast that you started with the stormy wilderness of the island and ended with all the concrete and steel of home. Thanks for bringing us along.
I enjoy when the "VIP" is recognized. I follow some pilots here in the US. Air traffic control will recognize the voice on the radio. Awesome.
A tough one to watch but nothing compared to your tough time actually being there. Thanks for all your travels Steve, see you in the next one.
I’ll try and make it somewhere a bit drier next time! 🤣
That was some saga getting back home!You’re a road, ferry prop plane, bus and train warrior- an no food to boot! Glad you got home safe!
The channel is fast approaching 100k subs and well deserved. Keep up the great work Steve.
Really appreciate it mate :)
What a horrid day. It’s got a wild beauty though. Imagine it in winter!
That pilot is awesome!!
I think you do a tremendous service to anyone considering traveling in Scotland, your videos help them (us) to understand the importance of both flexibility and knowledge of alternative options when planning an outing.
steve I am so happy for you when people you need recognize you like the bus driver it makes what you do so much more real and awesome
What an epic journey! I love those little Islanders, they are rugged dependable little planes.
Me too! Can't wait to go on one!
Totally agree now! :)
Take it the pilot wasn't very chatty.....
Your facial expressions on board the plane is worth the visit to your video alone.
You really do take one for the team and still manage to deliver first class product, thank you so much for all your efforts sure puts a smile on my face on a Saturday night here in Oz. Till next time stay safe and cheers.
Thanks so much, comments like this keep me motivated, even when things don’t go to plan
"Wasn't a classic, was it?" - listen to yourself!! I'd say this trip was your *most* classic - certainly the one I'd be keenest to replicate. Glad you got home in good order. And as Tam demonstrated, you're becoming a household name in Scotland - heaven only *knows* if that table of lassies had recognized you, the weather mightn't have been your biggest threat!
Greatly enjoyed your trip off the beaten track - or at least, less beaten out of season. Looking forward to your next adventure!
Awesome. This is legendary stuff. A true warrior of travel bearing the brunt of that weather and walking miles on only a Pot Noodle! Thanks for this ! Extra points for no music over the flight too. This channel gets better and better.
That pilot seemed very stern but I don't blame him, he's got a very important job during what's clearly far from ideal conditions, I am not surprised he wanted the passengers' undivided attention
That's quite a video, Steve! I didn't envy you not knowing whether you'd be stuck on Tiree, as beautiful as it is. It's one thing if you have your home on a remote island, but if you're a visitor you're very much at the mercy of the weather. Wise decision, I think, not to stay on Coll, given the weather conditions, and very fortunate to be able to get the bus from Oban to Glasgow and then the train to Montrose. Not sure how you functioned without anything serious to eat until you were able to get food from M&S in Queen St. Anyway, all strength to your elbow, Steve, for taking these adventurous journeys and bringing us along with you.
Cheers mate, I just couldn’t face another lengthy walk on Coll in the rain, home is where the heart is 🤣
@@steve-marsh A great video blog is where the fun is! Very nicely done, I say as a new fan of yours
What lovely people! What lovely bus drivers! What a memorable journey!👋👋👋👋👋
i bet it was nice to know the bus driver was a fan of your videos
20:04 cos you’re a traveller and an explorer and you adapt and secretly enjoy every single second, even the bits you’d have to be mad to enjoy 😜. And of course, then you got that lovely bus ride with Tam and a great video. It all works out!
Thanks for the raw & real perspective of travel. It’s not all sunshine & Instagram moments. Plus how skilled that pilot was & Tam pointing out the local sights. Scoping for a next adventure maybe 😊
that bus from Oban to Glasgow parallels much of the rail line and it is a beautiful ride, indeed. My bus got in on a Sunday morning spot on time, too
Your videos make me feel like I’m traveling with a good friend! Love your curiosity and sense of adventure. Cheers to making allowances and new plans as you go along. 😉 Wonderful watch for us, thanks for braving the elements.
Amazing thanks 😊
Well done, Steve
Nearly 50 years ago I did a trip to Unst (northernmost of the Shetlands) from Durham in December and it took three days! I was stuck for a day at Aberdeen airport with only £5 in my pocket. Your journey really reminded me of this.
Thanks for filming it so well.
Geoff
Glad to see that you got back home, despite the weather. Talking of trains my son, my eldest grandson and I went to Settle on the Settle and Carlisle train last Saturday, 4 November 2023. Thoroughly recommend it. Train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle, and from there change to another platform and off to Settle. Lovely we town, and you can get a tour of the (now disused signal box) at the station. My grandson had a great time learning and operating all the levers etc. Don't worry the box is no longer connected to the mainline which ultimately ends in Leeds.
Love you videos. Gordon McG
Good tip. Thanks. I had a roommate from Settle in college.
Fantastic.. nothing like some cold fresh rain to freeze your face 😅.. I love the smaller airports and planes and can't hold the pilots in higher regards. Thanks for the continued tag along . Stay safe 🏴
Everyone who got me home was a legend!
FYI email from my friend Vicky in Australia this morning, "Watching your mate Steve Marsh on you tube.He is wandering around the Isle of tiree getting hammered by wind and hailstones looking for the airport-he is a real character isn't he " so praise for you and me regarded as being your mate as a mere subscriber !😂
Well done you Steve. I don't know if I would have boarded that plane. I realize the options were limited but that looked so scary. Kudos to G-HEBS Lovely views once you got up there. The terrifying things you do for us. I love how you pivot on the fly with the bus connection. The walk across the Connel Bridge was a bonus, as was the view of the caste from the bus. This is fantastic Steve, frightening, but fantastic. I was holding my breath until you got on the bus. I see Tam, the driver is a fan too. You make every video so enjoyable no matter the obstacles. Love it Steve, absolutely love it. 😍😍😍
happy trails - shame you ot Tam did'na spot the group of 3 1950s Jaguar XK150 resting after a grand tour at the Inverary Inn ! Awesome !! ( 23:12)
Plane, train and a walk in the rain...what's not a classic about that? Great trip and a bit of tyre kicking to boot! :)
The expression on your face cracked me up when the pilot was slipping the aircraft (you called it “crabbing”). We pilots do that to lose altitude quickly while maintaining airspeed and it is a very common technique to use in landing in high winds.
My father told a tale while on National Service but did not give a location. A Tiger Moth set off down the runway and took to the air, However the wind speed was greater then the available flying speed of the aircraft and flew backwards but still pointing in to the wind, to land back on the start of the runway. From your approach past Oban the headland you saw was to the very North West of Mull near Calgary Bay and Ulva.
High winds in Seattle this morning. A perfect video companion for the day here. Best line in the video “Please be open!” Another great watch.
In theory, Scotrail were under a duty to provide transport to get you home. You could have phoned them and they would have had to get you a taxi or something to Crianlarich or wherever; or if they truly couldn't, they would have to pay your hotel for the night. Under Article 18 of under regulation 1371/2007 of the European Parliament, as incorporated into UK domestic law during Brexit.
But I'm glad you got back anyway, and with such a lovely Citylink driver!
Handy info for future!
Sorry about the trouble getting home. There were still some very enjoyable views from the bus and plane. Thanks for hanging in there. 😊
Great video but there have been plane crashes caused by loose objects jamming controls so in a small plane like the Islander and turbulence it is probably not a good idea to risk phones flying around.
Very true!
Great video Steve. Tiree is seriously out there when the weather rolls in. Tough gig walking to the airport in that weather! Not getting the grumpy pilots logic regarding phones, would he have said the same if you were reading a book? You did well to get some footage.
Another great video, well cool Tam and his commentary about places enroute to Glasgow.