Scotland North Coast 500 DAY 3 - Kylesku Bridge, Ullapool & MORE

In this 5 part series I'll be taking in the breathtaking sights and amazing scenery of the NC500, a 516 mile scenic route around the North Coast of Scotland. Across 5 days I'll be driving the full route, taking in dramatic landscapes, visiting stunning buildings and capturing spectacular views!
In day three of this incredible adventure I start off with a visit to the famous Kylesku Bridge before continuing along the West Coast of Scotland. My journey continued along some very narrow roads, however the spectacular views around Lairg were worth it! Followed this I explore Ardvreck Castle followed by a look around Calda House. I then visited the Knockan Crag National Nature Reserve and saw some of the best views of the trip so far! In this vlog I also explore the beautiful town of Ullapool followed by ending my day at the amazing Corrieshalloch Gorge Waterfall!
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[@MoZz..]

Hey Shawn, Your energy and positivity grows on me, and have been feeling abit down lately due to my current work. I kinda find watching your videos takes me away and lets me forget the things that makes me feel bad. So thank you for making these videos.

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you for watching! I like to share as much positivity as possible!

[@peterpopp]

Thank you for your great video! In September '23 my wife and I will be doing this route from Ullapool to Durness in our motorhome. We are really looking forward to it, especially crossing the Kylesku Bridge. Your video is a real "starter" to the main course for me. That's why I watch it again and again. Thank you very much again - especially for your totally likeable way of leading through the video, which is great!

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Have a great time!

[@graemecassidy5647]

This trip was absolutely awesome, Shawn. We loved watching it around New Year. I enjoyed it all, but especially the incredible waterfalls at Corrieshalloch Gorge and Rogie Falls.

[@smoky2stroke]

Top tip! always buy a single fish and separate portion of chips, that way the batter on the fish stays dry and crips while you're tucking into it. In a fish Supper the fish is placed on top of the fish and the batter goes all soft.

[@janettesinclair6279]

Shame about the rain in BAL NA KEEL. The yellow plant you see everywhere is gorse - very prickly. The Corrieshalloch Gorge was stupendous! Really enjoying your enthusiasm and it's obvious you have done your research on places to see, things to do. Your camera and especially the zoom facility is brilliant. You are the number one NC500 KZbinr because you take the time to visit things properly (some folk will say "I'm not paying £12 to go inside that old castle" - well you have shown why it is worthwhile checking everything out).

[@believe-in-righteousness]

I just been Scotland last week for 4 nights. Been epic. Climbed ben nevis. Went isle of skye. Amazing

[@lucyh9480]

Wow! I am really enjoying your trip, Fantastic views! 👍😲😃😊

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thanks Lucy!

[@believe-in-righteousness]

Amazing

[@MattWhitingsEurope]

What an adventure! What a road trip!! The west coast of Scotland is truly spectacular. Thanks for sharing your journey with us!

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you!

[@Jammy2Sugars]

Fantastic vlog! Scotland is absolutely beautiful 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

It certainly is!

[@ssue4q]

Oh goody I think we only have a couple more days until #4 vid? I keep checking I can't wait. Did I say how I absolutely 💘 Scotland 😆

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

It’ll be on the way tomorrow!

[@paulharvey9149]

Did you turn into Achmelvich Beach by any chance? It's probably the best in the area, with almost white sand protected by rock outcrops to the southwest; and if you've brave (or foolish) enough to take a quick dip, you'll be rewarded by crystal clear water occupied by thousands of tiny fish where it's ankle-deep, giving way to medium-sized fish at knee depth and eventually, large shoals of herring - so do make sure you have a snorkel (and preferably a wetsuit, as it is usually pretty cold! Behind the beach are a million tiny flowers within the soft, springy grass that is known as Machair (MACH-AIR) and the amazing mountain shaped like a camel's hump, which is called Suilven (SOOL-VEN). If you're up that way again, go into Lochinver (and the pie/fish shop; then continue onto the unclassified road at the far end of the village, that has several dire warning signs that say it's unsuitable for just about everything - and actually, it isn't kidding; though you'd be okay in a normal-sized car, preferably with power steering and 4WD! IF as you say, you're a really good driver, as it will make the B road behind you seem like the M25 by comparison... (DON'T attempt it anything larger though as you WON'T get around the hairpin bend in the middle!) The advantage is of course the scenery around Stac Pollaidh (which sounds like Stack Polly) which is sure to delight even more than you've already seen! It returns you to the main route a few miles north of Ullapool. Kylesku is pronounced KYLE-SKOO by the way - no need for Les in the middle! Balnakeil would be BAL-NA-KEEL in English, though the Gaelic/local pronunciation is closer to BALLY-NA-KEEL. And it's the CORRIE-SHALL-OCH Gorge, by the way!

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thanks for sharing!

[@DanUnplanned]

Amazing man having done this myself yesterday I’m so excited to watch this from loch lolmmand this evening! I got my first video up from the trip thanks for the inspiration Shaun! Keep up the epic work dude love your style of videos

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thanks for watching, enjoy the rest of your trip!

[@DanUnplanned]

@@TheSanbrookeAdventures thanks Shawn! What camera do you use?

[@jentill]

Brilliant, great filming and great scenery, well done for promoting all of the UK in such a positive manner.

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you very much

[@oystermouth1971]

Good video, done most of (but not all) the NC 500 roads myself & like you evidently are doing, I enjoyed them. But what I like most about your videos Shawn is how your positivity & joie de vivre really comes across no matter what you are observing. A ruined church may be mundane to some people but your enthusiasm is seemingly boundless - all power to your camera shutter I say!

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you very much!

[@philtube717]

another epic video brilliant

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you

[@dazio7035]

What a fantastic, interesting series that you've put together here, Shawn. I've really enjoyed Adventure Shawn's travels so far and look forwards to many more to come. Please keep on vloging!!!!!!

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you!

[@ssue4q]

Another beautiful Journey. Absolutely stunning Vistas. I hope the 2 beautiful elk make it through without being killed in hunting season. Or when they lose their velvet and they fight with each other over a cow.😪 they are such gorgeous animals. And love to see them in their natural habitat. Thanks for sharing another awesome video and as always happy and safe travels!

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you! They were absolutely beautiful!

[@johnmudd6453]

Not elk, red deer

[@Coaster_Crazy]

Wow more amazing views

[@CityWalks]

🍎👍 Love this. Such a cool road trip. I've heard of it before and I'd love to do it myself some day. Such beautiful country. -H

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you. It’s such an awesome road trip to do!

[@DeresFanTv]

I'd love to go to Scotland some day seen as it's the country of my families bloodline. It really is a beautiful country and I can see that even more through watching your fantastic videos Shawn. Unfortunately though I don't own a car and from where I am the train prices are outrageously expensive even to get to Glasgow it's like £220 I think.

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

It’s such a fantastic country! Hopefully you get to explore it soon!

[@loommoon2301]

Thanks for the videos is helping me plan my Scotland adventure.

[@flyingscotsman7914]

The ruined castle looks amazing. Well, at least the other fish was small for you to stay healthy. Anyway, make sure you stay safe and I will catch you on Tuesday. 😊

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

It was great to see!

[@ukspursfan4eva]

Absolutely loving this series Shawn. Awesome 👍🏻👍🏻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you! It was such an incredible trip!

[@ukspursfan4eva]

@@TheSanbrookeAdventures I know it’s a bit cheeky and I don’t expect you to answer, but in a previous comment I posted I mentioned that me and a friend were doing the NC500 in August and I was just wondering what your budget was for the trip as it would give us an idea? Thanks again for the amazing vlogs on both channels 👍🏻

[@edmundandlucy]

It looks absolutely stunning and breathtaking, defo one thing to add to the bucket list, would love to experience it one day myself, looking forward to the next parts

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

It’s such a beautiful route to do!

[@roberthill5839]

Great series Shawn & what amazing place you’ve visited

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you!

[@paigeleigh2554]

Absolutely wonderful. Thank you so much. X

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thanks!

[@louisthetravelspotter]

amazing vlog i love it

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thanks!

[@Hundredakerwood439]

So enjoyable to watch especially with the same trip planned for this September. Magnificent....

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Have a great time!

[@chrisbaker9767]

well done on part three of the road trip around Scotland, and good work on the filming as well, even if it was windy at some time,. I cant write four-part four of your road trip around Scotland, keep the good work up.

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thanks Chris

[@jamesw2947]

This style of video where it's a mixture of vlog, driving footage and general views are excellent. I hope you do more of this style of video around the UK (or further afield). Keep up the good work.

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you very much!

[@eugenesokol3918]

You are an excellent roadie tour guide! My favorite points were Ullapool & Corrieshalloch Gorge!

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you very much!

[@jamesabbott5242]

Awesome Video

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Cheers James

[@anglerman10]

Im so glad your enjoying Scotland. I Feel extremely lucky to live here. Not done the NC 500 but its on the bucket list now thanks to you. I think those single track roads would be scarier than most roller coasters Orlando could throw at me.

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thanks for watching! The roads on this trip are certainly quite scary at points!

[@spectrumwalkingtours]

Love Ullapool and it was nice to see your behind-the-scenes setup.

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you! It worked great for me on my own!

[@davemurphy3275]

These adventures are awesome. Loving your enthusiasm and video techniques. Not sure if I’d be completely secure in a tent in the middle of no ware, in the middle of the night and on my own haha 😂. Can’t wait for the next update. Cheers Shawn .

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you very much! It was certainly a great adventure!

[@cruisingwithwilliam]

two thumbs up

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Cheers!

[@Rachelvehiclespotting]

Lovely video. It's Corrie Shalloch

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you!

[@markhalliday2397]

Next time get ferry from Ullapool to Stornoway, tour Isle of Lewis/Harris, then ferry to Isle of Skye, then back to mainland over the Skye bridge, then back through Glencoe. In my opinion, it's much better than the NC500. The beaches and mountains are 😍

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thanks for your suggestion! I visited Glencoe last year and loved it!

[@philhunter9134]

Beautiful. Reminded me of many hikes I've taken locally. You'd love the northwest.

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Such a beautiful place to explore!

[@rosieraver1]

Outstanding this series of vlogs Shaun,definitely on my list of things to do,nice camera work and you’re right unbelievable views!

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you very much!

[@michellehiggs60]

Don’t need to go to Scotland with these videos. 😄 those deers was awesome.

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thanks for watching. Such beautiful animals!

[@CLC-1000]

I love your vlogs. Keep them coming. 👍

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you

[@CLC-1000]

@@TheSanbrookeAdventures You're welcome.

[@JoriDiculous]

Really great road-trip vlog :) I knew Scotland had some nice views, but not this many! Reminds of mountain areas here in Norway, and especially the Northern Norway, both the scenery and the weather :D

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you!

[@doodwithacru]

Great adventure, the views are so amazing. I'm sure it was tiring but so worth it. You should try to come out to Yosemite, Sequoia or Kings Canyon in CA. Thank you for all the videos & bringing us all along. Keep being awesome & keep adventuring.

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Such a fantastic adventure. Thanks for your suggestions!

[@AshStaitBrand]

Loving these NC500 vlogs, Scotland is a beautiful Country you should visit the Black Country Living Museum & Dudley Zoo & Gardens, they would be good vlogs for Adventure Shawn :D i haven't been for a few years but i think you'd like visiting those places, also Birmingham Sea Life Centre you could do all 3 in a weekend, you live in the Midlands same as me :)

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

It certainly is. Thanks for your suggestions!

[@AshStaitBrand]

@@TheSanbrookeAdventures look forward to the remaining NC500 vlogs :)

[@ExploringwithCarl]

Hiya Shawn, Me and my brother are doing the NC500 again this Thursday morning till 11th

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Have a great trip!

[@devilsmtb]

doing the nc500 this week will be going up Wednesday. look forward to part 4 and 5 might get part five while I'm up there.

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Have a great time!

[@stoppropaganda2573]

Nice one Shawn!

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you!

[@worrbex230]

Loved watching these videos Shawn! We really want to do this drive... but I need to ask, what did you say at 39.30?! 😂😂 we had to rewatch it over and over, and couldn’t stop laughing! Honestly though, really enjoyed these videos!

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thanks for watching!

[@keiranhyre750]

awesome vlog

[@Billyboy571]

Loving this content Shawn! Can’t believe you love Scotland as well, definitely parallel interests here as we’re also devoted Coaster enthusiasts but also have had too many Scottish adventures to mention!! Would you ever fancy living in Scotland🤔(We did attempt the move)🎢

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

It’s a beautiful place but too far away from the parks for me!

[@Billyboy571]

@@TheSanbrookeAdventures Know what you mean! Especially as Scotland only has 1 theme park really🤔

[@paulfrisby4424]

I have just done the NC500 in 5 days Inc Skye. Now I've watched your videos I want to go back and do the bits I missed. I'm waiting for you to do the bealach na na.

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

It’s such a fantastic road trip to do!

[@attractionshubno1]

Another great Vlog Shawn

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thanks!

[@attractionshubno1]

@@TheSanbrookeAdventures you’re welcome

[@jackwatsonepic626]

I love all this sort of thing I am going to the Isles of Scilly in September my girlfriend reckons I'll be bored because she's booked up to go to Blackpool

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Have a great time!

[@jackwatsonepic626]

Correct me if I'm wrong but isn't the North coast of Scotland where John o' Groats is or durness (that top part) And the Isle of Skye is on the west side And Edinburgh and Aberdeen is on the east side So my question is why do they call it the North coast 500 when you are clearly on the west side of the country ? And what's the 500 all about

[@FreeScot67]

VisitScotland should host your videos !

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you!

[@thecyberleaderwhufc]

It’s Coming Home 🏠 mate

[@CherryBerry48]

i love the views for sure, but i would have had to get in the glove compartment if i were with you, i hate small narrow roads with on coming cars, gets me so stressed!

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

The roads are quite tough to drive!

[@nigiethomas]

Great job love your content have you ever been to st Fagin's in Cardiff that would be brilliant for this chanell it's a great day out

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thank you!

[@lesleymitcheson874]

Yellow plants are gorse bushes

[@AndrewFulton]

Kyle Sku not Kyl es ku... just saying... enjoyed your road trip.

[@FranP93]

If I had to choose my dream house, it would definitively be somewhere along the NC500 road. Have you had any problem trying to understand the highland's accent?.

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

It’s a beautiful area. I didn’t struggle at all surprisingly!

[@johnmudd6453]

Nc500 video number 263

[@garymcmahon3981]

8 and a half hours sleep in your car, I can't even manage that in my bed, you wait until middle age catches up with you, lol shame the weather turned Scottish though x

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

Thanks for watching! Luckily the weather picked up as the day went on!

[@davidjones4456]

I have watched first 3 blogs is there more?

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

There’s two more on the way!

[@zwyklyuser44]

:)

[@norfolkpyro5510]

you going to Hong kong in the next few years

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

I’d love to go back!

[@norfolkpyro5510]

@@TheSanbrookeAdventures ah cool

[@ElectriKong-]

20:30: Shame ibxToyCat wasn't a thing back in 18th century.

[@Jaxxx365]

The wind!!! get a muffler for your camera please

[@TheSanbrookeAdventures]

I have one, however when the wind is as strong as it was it’s not going to do much!