A Wild Weekend in Millport on the Scottish Island of Great Cumbrae.

[@kimandrews2192]

I am terminally ill with cancer. I look at your viseos daily

[@presbyterosBassI]

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[@bobbiguile9210]

So sorry to hear that, I wish you peace and joy, in this traumatic time. God be with you and your family. 🙏❤🙏

[@dougtagg9162]

The very best to you and your family .

[@bugscorb]

I have been binge-watching your videos for a week or so now, watching in chronological order (apart from 4 or 5 that scatter gunned watched when I first discovered your channel). As someone that would immigrate to a subtropical island tomorrow if I had the means and money to do so, you don't do a bad job in making freezing Scotland an attractive place to visit. What a fantastic part of the world, Scotland is!

[@susankennedy3325]

I spent weekends and holidays on Millport growing up as a child until early teens as my Grandma had a holiday home there. We only lived around 45 mins away inland. My 1st visit was when I was 6 weeks old! It's still a beautiful place although I have not been back for around 30 years but my parents still go for a weekend holiday and they are in their 70's. The Ritz Cafe has not changed since I can remember, if you are lucky you can spot 2 full triangles within the pattern on the tables, each table has 2 full triangles. It was always a game to find them! Lovely to see your video with all the "old" haunts.

[@wildscotsman1]

I spent every summer of my childhood and early teens on Cumbrae, my family had a house in Millport. The ferries would come into the pier in town in those days. I used to cycle around the island every day, sometimes twice a day. Thanks for taking me back to great memories, as I live far away in Australia now.

[@steve-marsh]

What great childhood memories! What a great way to spend the holidays on your very own island!

[@combinedagent]

Same here - biking around the island.

[@kevinodonnell5851]

Spent my early teens here 4 weeks summer holidays every year. The fair ground in the garrison every night, and the bikes that used to be lying outside the amusements as all the kids would be in there, fantastic memories 👌🏻

[@laurencesmith2199]

Aye , the bike hire shoap wiz great , wiz like hirin' a moator for a wee bhoay .

[@andrewwotherspoona5722]

LOL. My grandmother owned a house on Westbay and I too used to spend my Summers and September's there every year until i was about 18. In the mornings Id go to the sweet shop and then Mapes to buy a trick toy. It was the best! I too live in Australia, Sydney in fact!

[@andrewmarsden1970]

Your videos are great. Normal life. Not some nonsense that most people cannot experience.

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Andrew - exactly what we try to do so really appreciate it :)

[@charlinda39598]

We were from Cullercoats near Newcastle Upon Tyne and every summer from 1968 onwards we would go to Rothesay for our holidays with Mam and Dad. Your videos have taken me down memory lane, reliving those magical summers on the Isle of Bute. My Mam called it " balm to a troubled soul" and would cry every time we crossed back to Wemyss Bay for our return journey !! We visited Largs and Millport many times, along with Dunoon. My brother and I had our photos taken on the crocodile rock back in 1968!! Lovely to see it's still there. My brother later owned the angling shop in Rothesay for many years. I LOVE the west coast of Scotland and on a FINE DAY there is nowhere i'd rather be! Forever grateful to my parents for taking us there 😀

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much for the comment Linda!

[@MrHeesbeen]

That young lady is a lovely, sparky person, with a warm charisma and right bonny.

[@peterknight7987]

Its so great to see you both and Alicia travelling together

[@gordonjamieson861]

In the 1950's when I was a young lad .Granny and Grandpa took us 3 boys to Millport for 2 weeks . All the cars parked up near the ferry and everyone hired a bike so kids were safe from motor traffic it was just wonderfull . Im 70 now but still remember those happy days at Millport

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much for the memory Gordon! This is what it's all about!

[@tsr207]

A marvellous journey, expertly filmed and composed - overcoming the weather to bring this experience to all -with humour, a sense of how to convey the feel of a place and of course, inform the viewer. Excellent !

[@steve-marsh]

John - thank you SO much man!

[@mstrdiver]

@@steve-marsh - Steve, did you find that the cost of fuel was much different on the island than the mainland?

[@argyllmac333]

I'm also a subcriber from Colorado. Seeing those hats being worn around Scotland made my heart happy!

[@euanmckerrell507]

As a nipper I used to spend my summer holidays in Millport, the Garrison was much better in these days with tennis courts, a great wee cafe and duck ponds. Every day was a cycle round the island day, we used to leave the house at 9am and our parents would not see us again till the street lights came on. Watching this video brings good childhood memories flooding back. I now live in a far off city of San Diego.

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much Euan! What a healthy holiday, you'd be exhausted after that! Sounds awesome though :)

[@frankangel9430]

Great video.Loved it. I'm from Liverpool originally, but have spent the last 17 years in Galicia NW Spain. I f*#ckin' love Scotland. Been there a few times. Highlands, Trossachs, Oban, John o'Groats. I can't wait to go back & spend the last years of my life there one day. My soul home. I love watching your videos going around Scotland. Love from Galicia xxx

[@waltersnowdon1243]

I just love you two! Best tour guides on the planet!!!!

[@collachsyoutubechannel]

Steve --- I have watched everyone of your videos from day one and the Millport video has set a new level. Superb effort by yourself and your lovely partner. All your videos are really brilliant but the content and teamwork in this particular one was outstanding. At times you both show your very humorous side and when added to the more serious content is most enjoyable. The fact that you do not attempt to come over as knowing everything about everywhere is so genuine and a very big plus for your viewers. Thank you both for being such a down to earth couple of rising stars on the KZbin circuit. May you both be well and happy. --- Robert & Liz.

[@steve-marsh]

Thank you SO much guys, we really appreciate your kind comments!!!

[@DouglasDorren]

Thank you Steve and Alicja for down to earth, interesting, knowledgeable and honest blogs on my home country and further afield. We are living in South Africa.

[@markturpin5667]

A really great post, thank you. What a beautiful well kept island. Loved Pablo.

[@doriskovalcik442]

Sunshine makes everything better. It’s all interesting though, rain, wind, lion rocks, and I like seeing the old architecture too. Thanks again for sharing.

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks Doris, it was fun but phew we were exhausted after!

[@karenglenn6707]

I discovered your wonderful channel only recently and so enjoy watching from country Victoria, Australia. Your lovely partner is a hoot, she cracked me up doing the Egyptian dance 😂. Full of life and energy, both of you and it is a pleasure to watch and see these places that I will never get to see, even when I come to the UK. We did have a terrible wind a few years back, and our outdoor umbrella took off and flew over the house next door, luckily not killing anyone and our BBQ cover flew off and was never seen again. I’m watching today from a sunny and warm spring day here in October 2024 and that looks freezing to me (most Aussies don’t do well in the cold 😂). Thank you very much for these great vlogs!

[@geo752]

Fintry Bay has the best views looking across the water stunning

[@ozmac8695]

Took my Dad to Largs on my last visit in 2019. A cafe just up from Nardini’s. He passed 5 weeks after I returned to Perth. Fond memories after seeing this. I’ll try Millport later this year when I’m back!! Cheers guys.

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks for coming along again mate, sorry about your Dad - must have mixed emotions now this place!

[@richardharibo]

My favourite KZbinr back doing an amazing trip. I love Scotland and will be visiting very soon. Thanks again guys

[@steve-marsh]

Richard, thanks again so much!!!

[@marines8859]

spent my summer holidays in milport 60 years ago when i lived in Glasgow used to do primary school summer trips there as well, I have photos of myself and my kids on the crocodile rock a few decades apart visited there 2016 I think but live in Canada since 2005, as for little Cumbrea done some survival training many moons ago with the Royal Marines memories thank for showing this keep them coming.

[@Smithys-sf9gb]

The ferry doesn’t go straight to Millport because the waters are to shallow and the ferry would get beached. The town isn’t always windy but no doubt in mind that on the island every day there is a windy point on the island. Love Millport and the video Edit: Also in the ritz on the table you have to look for the triangle that isn’t touching any lines. It’s great fun while waiting for you order

[@martitapere6938]

The roll on roll off ferry, which now operates, replaced the paddle steamer service from Wemyss Bay and two smaller ferries which used to sail from Largs to the pier in Millport (close to the Ritz). This "roro" service allowed more cars access to the island and of course was much more convenient, but killed many small businesses on the island since stocking up at a supermarket in Largs also became a more convenient and cheaper option. The roro replaced the sail to Millport pier in the 1970's. The paddle steamer Waverly still sails to the pier.

[@alzyerpal-TV]

@@martitapere6938 I remember sailing into Millport pier from Largs on a Cal Mac boat as a schoolboy on a trip, around 1980-81 or so. I suppose the new route is quicker, if nothing else.

[@FlyingScot]

Great to see Millport again..just how I remember it..windy and rainy..lol. Loved cycling down to Largs for a day out from Glasgow as a teenager and taking the ferry to Millport. Great to see the crocodile repainted. Also loving the Seattle Seahawks hat as I live in that area now!

[@steve-marsh]

Jealous Iain! :) Glad to take you back to a familiar place - we need to take the bikes next time (maybe when a little less windy though!)

[@margaretcurrie-np3qi]

Thanks for letting me have a lovely, lovely day in Millport. The whole family holidayed there for years and years……such wonderful memories! First memories were with”grandma Goldie”. Then Mum and Dad Ferguson and my 3 sisters and myself…Ian and I met there and eventually our children and their wives/husbands came too……….followed by THEIR children (11 grandchildren!!). And loads of cousins ,friends etc.over the years. ……..and now the next generation are following suit. The whole family loved and loves it still…………….it’s that kind of island with many many happy memories ❤. Is the “Derek” who sent the hats Derek Cadzow by any chance??

[@merryannmac8096]

"Where you were in the wind is still better than 7 feet of snow", she said smiling. Merry Ann from Minnesota

[@steve-marsh]

Haha you are very right there Merry Ann! Take care :)

[@SMILEVIDEOTRAINS]

Lots of WOW'S on this trip. Thank you

[@CelticPrincess2400]

Milport was the first place I ever traveled to in Scotland all the way back in 2004 when I was a young teen attending Guides camp. I fell in love with the country then and have always wanted to go back there to show my husband. Thank you for this video!!

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much! Glad to take you back :)

[@markduncan6690]

Those Luxurious Homes! What a Life!

[@Cailean14]

I absolutely love your channel Steve! I've been on a total binge this lazy Saturday morning! I've visited Kerrera last year after your video about it, and have lots more adventures planned off the back of your videos. Keep up the great work dude!

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much pal! Really appreciate the support and glad to inspire some cool adventures :)

[@katesterly547]

What a wonderful QuikTrip! Love here in the winds in the masts. Great to see you guys out having fun even if it is a windy day. Be well, stay safe, don't blow away, love from Texas.

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much Kate! We get our fair share of windy weather on this wee island :) Be safe too! :)

[@dottiebroon]

I’m a Glaswegian who has lived in Texas for 52 years and went on my holidays to Millport as a wee girl and young teenager. If was lovely to see all the familiar places, check out my post here!! Bye y’all.

[@jenniferlevine5406]

Three words - wow & palm trees? That was a fantastic video and an amazing place! Thanks for braving the weather for us.

[@alasdairvincent6248]

I love visiting Largs if the weather is good. It has family connections for me as my late Mother grew up in the area. Some of my ancestors on her side, are buried in Largs Cemetery. Largs has the Viking connection due to the Battle of Largs, many years ago, when there was a Viking invasion. There is a monument to the battle, known as the Pencil. It was great to watch your visit to Great Cumbrae and Millport. I did the crossing, several years ago. I left the car at Largs and a bus picked us up on Cumbrae and took us to Millport. Thanks for another great video Steve.

[@steve-marsh]

A pleasure to show you some very familiar places Alasdair!

[@suebrown436]

Thank goodness that second day made it all worthwhile. That must have been Storm Eunice or Franklin you were experiencing. Loved the amazing Lion Rock, and loved Pablo too. Thanks for the trip, Steve and Alicja!

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks Sue! All those local residents were very welcoming :)

[@janetmariaburke4208]

You both made me laugh. Brave souls. I enjoyed Cumbria in my comfy chair, warm. I could feel the warmth in the cafe.

[@ruthgibson6449]

Lots of happy memories of this island

[@steve-marsh]

Lovely place eh? We need to return in Summer!

[@yvonnemerchant3916]

Another great video with brilliant content, you guys are so positive, we love watching you ♥️🚐♥️🚐♥️

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Yvonne! Love it when we can do these together :)

[@vetworker]

I really love these islands. I must explore Scotland and its islands more. How darn cute was Pablo ❤❤❤

[@chrisshaw7328]

I bet you'll remember that trip for longer than any fair weather ones. Mother nature eh? The beauty and the beast lol

[@simonwhitlock9189]

Yet again you both have shown me a part of the world I may never get to, thank you so much and stay safe, cheers.

[@raymonddickson8937]

That blog brought back many memories from the 60s when i last visited Cumbrie and stayed in a caravan up the hill watching the ships and submarines passing by drinking Coke in the cafe and playing Beatles music on the jukebox also travelled there on the Waverley thank you so much for the memories

[@steve-marsh]

So glad to bring back some awesome memories Raymond!

[@jimsmoot3768]

My first visit to Scotland was to Fairlie. Loved the area so much I lived there for 4 years.

[@steve-marsh]

Brilliant Jim!

[@yorki222]

My great grandparents holidayed in Millport. Great to see this.

[@SudiSaiorse13]

Pretty island . Love Pablo ❤. Does the poor pup just stay tethered to the chair all day ?😢🐶❤️

[@christinehodge3608]

Good video, enjoyed this alot,loved the dog on the chair outside the shop,

[@assassinjane]

Ahoy Pirates! Absolutely enjoyed this one! I'm a huge wind-fan, so I wouldn't mind! XD Loved dear Pablo, and can't agree more - where there's a donut - you buy it! XD LOved the Lion and Crocodile rocks too! Thank you both for all the efforts and fun! Great start to my super busy day! bear hugs from Captain of the good old Blackthorne

[@phwayne]

Thank you for wearing the hats with the flag of my home state, Colorado, USA. Come visit us!

[@vivellasmum]

Watched it again! Gonna watch all the Scottish island trips again, so good 😍

[@SouthWest-jj8yu]

Good view of Cumbrae we usually visit a few times a year and walk round. We did think about buying the Fintry Bay tearoom many years ago and have often looked at properties over the years. Unfortunately many if not most of the nice big houses have been broken up into flats and imagine there are lots just used as holiday homes which makes it more difficult for the local population. Love the place👍

[@tatten8266]

So enjoy your videos! Thanks for taking us along.

[@tanyabassett8287]

What a difference a day makes, 24 little hours 😂. A brilliant song that'll be stuck in my head all night now 😅

[@StephenGodfrey-c2m]

Hi Steve, Just discovered your channel and currently binging your videos. Great work :)

[@steve-marsh]

Welcome aboard!

[@markduncan6690]

If Nothing else Steve, you will sleep like a baby after that fresh Ocean Air!🙋‍♀️👩‍🦰🥰🎉

[@patacorn]

No it is not always windy. Infact it can be so still that the water looks like glass. A beautiful and magical island.

[@steve-marsh]

Couldn't agree more

[@nomdeplume798]

We've been to Millport three times in the last few years. Hiring a bike from Mapes or On Your Bike and cycling round the island is worth doing. We usually start off with coffee and bacon roll at the Dancing Midge, cycle round to the tea rooms at Fintry Bay for coffee and cake then end up at Round Island Cafe in Millport. The first time we visited I needed a hair cut.. Popped into Marina's for a trim and my wife and I ended up being invited out with Kirstin and her other😮half Stevie for a night in the Legion, along with a a fair chunk of their family for a night of impromptu music. We walked back to where we were staying down the middle of the road which went to prove two things : 1 there isn't a lot of traffic at night in Millport and 2 a single whiskey is larger than in England.

[@seanavery7265]

Thanks for bringing us along .🛳️💗

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks Sean!

[@JettaJack]

The ear muffs are absolutely appropriate for use wearing a Colorado hat. My son lives there now, and he would concur.

[@SlowLane-pv3nf]

As a kid I used to visit my auntie and uncle on Cumbrae. Unfortunately the last couple of times I've been there was for funerals. Nice video. Brings back many memories. Thanks.

[@davidfalconer5111]

Decided to go to Largs and Millport as I have not been there for a while. The warm weather helped and got a tan!! I managed to get a through fare tto Cumbrae for £14.70 return which is pretty good. My first trip to Glasgow Central in 3 years, I do love the ferries, the only problem was the bus that takes you to Millport was very busy so I took the executive decision to walk to Millport - 3 miles and walked back - 3 miles and then a cold beer in WS. Millport very busy yesterday but that's good. They should a direct service from Largs to Millport with Calmac.

[@ColinSlocombe]

You both are doing a fantastic brilliant job on this island Steve and partner 😊

[@captainmindfuck]

Steve, I've recently moved from Edinburgh to Auckland and love seeing your Edinburgh/Scotland adventures. A proper taste of home. Keep it up dude!

[@steve-marsh]

Just like the Devonport ferry eh!? (which I used to catch to work every day) All the best with the big move - they don't get much BIGGER than that! :)

[@captainmindfuck]

@@steve-marsh Funnily enough I just took a trip to Devonport yesterday! Thanks mate!

[@hamishbrooks6933]

thanks, beautiful Scotland

[@dottiebroon]

I went Millport every summer for my holidays when I was a wee girl. We’d get the paddle steamer Talisman over from Wemyss Bay and get off at the then main pier which took you into town. My dad played a round of golf every day and then mum would meet him at a pub for some pre lunch drinks. In your video I saw the house we used to stay in then in your video, -it was one of the big 3 story houses on Kames Bay. We went into the Ritz Cafe a lot as kids and teenagers. We used to round behind the Garrison where you’d find Andy’s Snack Bar another teenage hang out! Then we’d go to Mapes to rent a bike or buy a new pail and spade! I remember the crocodile rock and I have photos of my son and I sitting on it when he was 3 and then another photo of him sitting on it by himself when he was 16! He’s 46 now!! I’ve lived in Texas for 53 years now and when I back to Glasgow to visit my family we always go to Millport, we might cycle round the island, stopping at Fintry Bay for a snack in the new place across the street from an old wooden place that had seen better days! We stopped by the thinnest house a took photos. So many many happy memories of our holidays. Then on Largs it was great to see the Art Deco building of Nardinis where I worked as a waitress one summer before I did my nurse’s training at the Victoria Infirmary. All the waiters were Italian and one called Domenico called me ‘strawberry Nose!! That wee kiosk at the outside corner of the restaurant used to sell cigarettes only and there was a young Italian guy who worked there, Bruno and he and I would go on walks at night after work and stop inside one of the shelters on the front facing the sea and do some necking!! Do they even call it that anymore? Anyway you brought back many happy memories of those days, funny how I can remember all that but I can’t remember what happened two minutes ago!! 30:22

[@daisyg9932]

What a wonderful wonderful picture you painted in my mind. Thanks so much. I've only been to Scotland (Edinburgh) once about 10 years ago at Hogmanay. Stephen's travels have inspired me to explore Scotland. Why the move to Texas?

[@roystonvasey5471]

Another belter from the Krankies 2.0. Another part of Scotland that's needing an explore. Thank you.

[@steve-marsh]

Haha love it! Cheers!

[@bentonvinyl]

I live in Kentucky but have visited Colorado many times. My first trip was 1986 to see the Coors Classic bicycle race. For my money, Colorado is stunningly beautiful, a bit rugged, and always full or surprises.

[@davidjewood]

I thoroughly enjoyed this. Bit blooming windy. A nice relaxing watch on a Sunday evening ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers David!

[@DustyOldPanda]

This was one of your best. Wild weather, but great fun!

[@markduncan6690]

I am very envious of you two, enjoying that Fresh Sea Air ( Being in Scotland) and the Briskness of the day!

[@vivellasmum]

Another brilliant video, interesting, fun and showing me places I've longed to go....and still hope to! Thanks Steve.

[@johnthedude1000]

Steve this was amazing thank you , 2 lovely people showing us around , great clear commentary , and great vibes all round

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed it John!

[@carolinemurray7648]

Please go back on a summer’s day - it’s so worth it!

[@steve-marsh]

Oh it's gonna happen, it will be a video full of ice cream :)

[@luath5579]

The Battle of Largs (more of a skirmish, really) was fought in the thirteenth century between the Norwegians and the Scots. The Norwegians were driven off and this eventually led to the Western Isles becoming part of Scotland. The Norwegians had ruled the Western Isles for centuries (at that time including the Isle of Man off the coast of England), which is why the Piskie diocese is the Diocese of Argyll and the Isles - with two cathedrals, Oban (for Argyll) and Millport (for the Isles - a friend was the cathedral Provost) and Millport is the smallest complete Anglican cathedral in the British Isles). The Garrison was not an army garrison but the residence of the Revenue Officer, who was based there to prevent smuggling. Later, the house was greatly enlarged and became a holiday residence of the Earls of Glasgow, who owned the Isle of Cumbrae.

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much or this awesome information!!!! Really appreciate it all!

[@allanbrydson6563]

Wow, many happy memories in Millport. Remember hiring the Sinclair c5 to ride around the island, lots of golf and then down to the dodgams where I spent the majority of my spends. 🤗

[@steve-marsh]

No way, that's awesome Allan!

[@meatball1730]

Thank you for highlighting our favourite place in the world! Will take you over to wee Cumbrae if you're back there in the summer. Pablo is the friendliest dog as are his family.

[@steve-marsh]

Superb! Thanks so much Ian!!!

[@carolynstewart9103]

Loved this video..spent many years visiting here..we took family 3 times last year..ritz cafe the best...but also Fintry Bay tearoom is lovely...lots of quirky things in the grounds that our grand children loved..Happy travels you 2 ❤

[@DerrickNedzelMtnBike]

So happy to share the hats with you both Steve and Alijca! That’s the flag of the state of Colorado, USA on the caps. And thanks for all the great videos! I miss Scotland!

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much Derrick! What a lovely gesture, and the caps are really good quality - you'll see them on many more videos :)

[@janicetaylor2025]

Wow, that's some wild wind! I admire your dedication to producing videos for your channel in such difficult weather circumstances. Sometimes it doesn't make for a very enjoyable adventure but it seems you two still had fun. I love the rock formations! It's a cute little island.....maybe more exploring there in warmer weather. lol I absolutely love learning all about new places in Scotland. Thanks for educating us in such an entertaining way! Keep up the great work! 👍

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much Janice! To be honest, sometimes I don't think we'd get to some of these places in the weather we face if it wasn't for the channel, so you keep us going :)

[@gracesmith6199]

I enjoyed that folks, thank you for taking us on your travels. Millport is a great wee place . From me in Irvine 🤗🤗

[@steve-marsh]

Can't wait to go back (hopefully when the weather is a bit calmer :D

[@dieselbushcraft1299]

I love those little ferries, I think it’s a bit of an adventure going on one of those.

[@davidfalconer5111]

Watching your video again of Millport Steve. I have all your you tube videos saved, so I can refer to them - Most enjoyable!!!

[@TeddyWandererCamera-Bear]

One of my humans had a red Chopper !!! We just discovered your channel a couple of weeks ago and have been binge watching ever sice ; ) Teddy

[@danielbanks9000]

What a fantastic island. Little treasures.

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Daniel!

[@ginajones1003]

Must visit next time we are able to holiday up in Scotland from Cornwall. Our daughter would love the painted rocks. Need two weeks to make it worth the long journey so it will have to wait until current national financial crisis calms down.

[@ozgirl45]

What an amazing trip! I love that you said the weather was exhausting, which can certainly be true. But it’s a beautiful place and I think it actually looked more natural when the weather was bad. And thank goodness no one has painted the lion rock, lol. It seems you will never run out of great places to explore in Scotland.

[@mstrdiver]

I wonder if Steve has to check their van for sand blast effects on the paint job?

[@steve-marsh]

Haha imagine it was painted! :D

[@steve-marsh]

The van needs a good wash! And I still haven't done it :O

[@PlanesTrainsEverything]

It's a great wee island. Being keen walkers, and if the weather had been better, you could have both easily walked around it. Also, in summer, Clyde Charters operate day trips to Little Cumbrae from Largs.

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Scott! I was sure you'd been to Millport in a video but I couldn't see it - have you a video on it?

[@derekjohnson8859]

Hi Steve and Alicja. Thanks for sharing this great atmospheric video. I used to be a coach driver in the sixties and seventies and used to visit Largs quite a lot. alway jumped on the ferry to Millport for a visit. Weather was much better though. You dont half cop for the bad stuff. Love and best wishes to you and Alicja.

[@steve-marsh]

Ha just our luck Derek! We looked at the weather and thought 'doesn't look too bad' but we didn't consider the wind!

[@BoadiceanTruth]

Oh my goodness? That lion rock formation is mad,! And i am a fierce weather fan? So the rough sea was a bonus for me. Cheers to you both. Oh snd that ice cream desert looked delish! 🙋🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇨🇮😃

[@whippetquick3527]

This brings back memories. A few of us used to spend 3-4 weeks most years working at Hunterston power station a few miles south of Largs. We would stay at Largs. I spent many happy evenings over on the ferry and cycle around the island. You should get there in the summer. The weather is much better.

[@romac9516]

I need to shake Pablo's paw one day. The way he sits there on his wee chair xD

[@hughrainbird8190]

Thanks again for another post which brings back memories of my 1980's sailings in the "Puffer" VIC 32. We visited Largs and moored alongside overnight in Millport. We cycled around the island on Tour de Cumbrae, on fleet of dilapidated bikes which the skipper had mostly "acquired" from dumps around the Firth of Clyde and the sea lochs which gives some idea of their roadworthiness. We tried to visit Little Cumbrae in the Puffer's sailing dinghy, so well-manned that there were only a few inches of freeboard, though in late May, the sea conditions were a little less choppy than on your visit. We were hailed as we approached the small harbour by a very "tweedy" lady, who informed that the island was private and that we should "Stand orf" which seems to indicate that the natives may not be very friendly. After viewing the lighthouse and "peel tower" like ancient castle, we sailed back to Millport. We had to tack back and forth across the Firth in the adverse winds, and on our voyage encountered the Norwegian bulk carrier "Norland". This was during the Miners Strike, and the port of Hunterston was being used for the import of foreign coal. We nearly got swamped by two high powered tugs which appeared from around the end of the island, and weren't stopping for anyone! One of more eventful sailing experiences! I'm sure that delicious as Largs donuts may be, Alicja will say that they can't compare to a proper Polish paczek!

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Hugh! Despite the less than friendly welcome on the wee island, it just sounds fantastic!

[@hughrainbird8190]

@@steve-marsh apparently there's been a change of ownership since then, and it is now home to the Pantanjali Yog Peeth Trust "a charity which promotes healthy living and well-being in the community". From October 2020 Clyde Charters were due to operate visits.

[@carolinemurray7648]

Omg! Millport is fabulous! Can’t believe you’ve never been! We have family photos of the ‘crocodile’ from years ago! Special memories x

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Caroline! So glad to visit and to take you to a very familiar place :) We're slowly getting round all these fantastic locations :)

[@r.khannaberry246]

Another great video! That island would be a great vacation spot in the summer!

[@bripeck]

I love your videos! The best on KZbin even when the weather is crap! Keep up the good work!

[@steve-marsh]

Hey cheers for that! :)

[@johndale8017]

Love your video. I have tried nice family vlogs of Millport too, but I enjoyed yours. Looking forward to our next trip there.

[@colin352]

Love this. My dad’s from Largs originally and we visit to this day with my family. ❤

[@poppyk6182]

Another great video guys .. ⛴ 🎒🧣🥾 💨🌊

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Poppy!

[@robinjones6999]

What a marvellous video Steve - and that wind! The things you do for your art

[@steve-marsh]

Oh Robin it was wild, and that was just the clips we could include, some were completely useless!

[@pidginmac]

Lion Rock looks amazing

[@maryfenton958]

Lovely.... been there.... thanks for the memories! 😊

[@annieclaire2348]

Oh, my goodness, that wind was awful! I love the ear muffs Alicja wears. They are fantastic and I bet that wearing them reduces those awful headaches the wind causes!!! Fab video! I am still catching up on the earlier videos Steve. Enjoy them all immensely. I’m in Australia and find it fascinating seeing the names of towns in Scotland that the early Scottish settlers brought with them. There is a Largs Beach in South Australia. I don’t think I’ve seen one of your Scottish videos where there isn’t a Scottish town name we haven’t used downunder! Too funny.