Does this rail journey deserve more credit? My mission to showcase The Far North Line, Scotland

[@suemcgregor9248]

One of the loveliest videos l ever saw was the funeral procession of the late Queen through Scotland, l was moved to tears

[@alisonlyons4691]

Oh my, yes l cried too, it was incredible. All the tractors spruced up for the day, and so much respect. ❤

[@KeefsCattys]

I used to live in the very far NW up near Kinlochbervie back in the 90's. The train met up with the post bus, but if the weather was bad and connections didn't meet up, you were screwed. I once got out at Lairg in -10c and had to start the 57 mile journey on foot as I was a broke student who'd just hitchhiked from Aberdeen. I had a few snacks, but jogged and walked in the black dark for 20+ miles until I got a lift to home from a fishing crew bus at 2'00 am in the morning. They had come from Buckie and gave me some food and a packet of rolling tobacco ( I smoked a bit back then :( ) I used to hitchhike all the time and enjoyed every second of it .

[@annewhite8465]

How can anyone say this trip is empty and bleak? It is the most stunning train trip I've ever been on. As it was many years ago, with old trains, I got to stand in the carriage entrance, lower the window, and stick my head out. Oh, the clean, clean air, the views to infinity of nature at its best. Will never forget it.

[@steve-marsh]

Oh how I wish you could still do that!!!

[@brucenichols9153]

You should try the Jacobian from Fort William far better than this.

[@wgj4813]

I really enjoyed my trip on the far north line it was by steam on the most glorious weather day you could imagine. All the north Scotland lines are brilliant I cannot say if one is my favourite. However the sleek modern fast trains get you fromAtoB so full appreciation of the scenery is not easy.

[@helenbozas7000]

I left Scotland in 1968. Did a lot of travelling and ended up getting married to a Greek and living on a Greek island. A beautiful island but in my heart nothing compares to the beauty of Scotland. Thank you both for the wonderful videos.... I settle down with a coffee a few times a week and just travel with you. I really like your 'down to earth' attitude to everything and have been making notes about all the places I haven't visited yet and might manage to visit. Thank you so much.

[@BobG127]

Dirty windows notwithstanding, this was a beautifully shot video. Thanks again, Steve, for yet another experience that drew me into the land of my forefathers. Well done.

[@newgreatcreation5964]

This is definitely an emotional. Spiritual. Physically. Beautiful. Journey.

[@jonathanfinan722]

I recently went on one of my favourite railway journeys, from Edinburgh to Inverness, spectacular in any weather but magical with snow on the mountains. Unfortunately I scored an actual agonising injury while in the toilet; I snapped a muscle in my back while coughing, don’t get beyond 50, kids. Everything breaks. When I got sat back down I could only move my arms without screaming. The conductor and an off duty driver couldn’t have been kinder. They organised the paramedics and station staff at Inverness. I was given enough medication to just about get me off the train and a wheelchair to an ambulance. So hurrah for Scotrail staff.

[@rosemarymee]

How awful for you. Thank goodness for Scotrail staff! Are you any better now?

[@jonathanfinan722]

@@rosemarymee I’m still having twinges, but I’m getting plenty of booze in me in Edinburgh

[@annemaloney8273]

I hope you are feeling better.

[@gabrieleortiz5041]

Uf! I feel your pain! The same happened to me, simply transferring laundry from washer to dryer. The pain was off the charts! 😬Over 50 can be cruel and unusual. 😉

[@robertbest3796]

Over 60 can be even worse!!

[@suebrown436]

Watched this with a lump in my throat, as a good friend of mine who is now no longer with us used to do this journey from time to time. Nice to see the country she was passing through, and a little bit of Thurso itself. Thanks Steve!

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much Sue!

[@shanchat]

We used to go up to Rogart as Dad's mate's parents had a croft there. I'd love to do that trip soon. I'd stop in Rogart and stay in the old train carriages behind the station. Dunrobin Castle is stunning. Cracking video.

[@AS-by8ee]

As a fellow Scot, l have no hesitation in declaring our country the most beautiful on earth.

[@joesutherland225]

Come to my part of British Columbia Canada mate lol yes Scotland is beautiful but ....

[@AS-by8ee]

@ Ha! I grew up partially in Vancouver. Beautiful countryside, indeed. But no good whisky and no plaid in sight!

[@DaveyPalmer1]

What an underrated train journey Steve. Sutherland looks stunning, even when it's dreich. You do pick the most wonderful places to visit in Scotland and even dirty train windows don't spoil the vistas too much. Magic 👍

[@yyyfffff33333]

Dirty windows on a train ? Surely not !

[@HTAaB2024]

My local line

[@steve-marsh]

Haha cheers mate! The journey passed in no time at all!

[@JackDash1798]

A traveller of your experience, I thought you’d be prepared for dirty train windows with some sort of wet wipes in your kit, Steve. 😉 Appreciate the tips and trips (including the one in eastern Europe where you did get off at the wrong stop in the dead of night 😀). 👏🏻

[@markmcgaughay238]

Always moaning about train window lol

[@peterjhillier7659]

Thank you Steve, our Scotland is truly awe inspiring, fantastic.

[@malctennant7412]

To anyone who is interested in the “Far North Line”, I can heartily recommend getting a copy of “Highland Railway, People and Places”. It is an utterly fantastic book, detailing the construction of the Highland Railway from nothing. It details the lines and the inspirational people who brought about those lines, against all the odds.

[@juliannelaird43]

Oh, Steve, this was beautiful!!!! I am especially moved by the music that you choose to accompany your B-roll. Wow. As a recently retired orchestra teacher, I can say that you are truly gifted in these choices!!! I can't wait to visit Scotland, and now I'm considering making it a train-focused trip. Thank you!!!

[@steve-marsh]

Wow thank you so much - I find it difficult but always try to find something appropriate:)

[@andrewrobinson2565]

I absolutely agree. Beautiful music and visuals.

[@PlanesTrainsEverything]

Another superb video. I always feel 'at home' up north, as my Manson ancestors came from Caithness and Sutherland. I don't think it matters where you go by train, as long as you can feel the motion of movement beneath you. I smiled when you showed Victoria Park, the home ground of Ross County. I'll be there in late March doing something totally crazy - crazier than usual! 🙂

[@steve-marsh]

Oh I had no idea your ancestors were from up there! Best part of Scotland in my opinion! And so looking forward to your video!!!!

[@aram5642]

Fantastic! What a great documentary, even while sitting on a train and filming through dirty windows, you're still able to make me want to go on this trip. I don't think any Scottish national organization has ambassadors better than you. And by the way, ScotRail management, you should consider installing some of those train cleaning rotary brushes at your depots if you haven't yet.

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much! And yes! Those trains need a daily shower :)

[@dorsettyke]

Another lovely video Steve! You need to start packing a little window cleaning kit!! 😉👍

[@davoman2000]

Absolutely incredible. Your ability to transport us to the magical surroundings of Scotland is without a doubt on par with professional level videography. I thoroughly enjoy your videos and how it makes me feel so much present in your surroundings.

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much! Really nice of you to say :)

[@linmorell1813]

The music was lovely

[@benbrist]

Beautiful Steve. Another amazing line that I think is a bit underrated is the one between Ayr and Stranraer - feels like a proper adventure onboard going past seaside and then through the middle of woodland and then out to the middle of nowhere - another amazing line where you wonder how they built it in the first place!

[@steve-marsh]

Oh on the list!!!

[@GabrielsReviews]

I agree with you . I've done that one myself . It's very difficult to get to , even in normal circumstances .

[@paulmark63]

Lovely 🎉video Steve Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 is a beautiful place. Paul In Kent

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks Paul! That journey was over in a flash, a lot of fun

[@saintuk70]

Caithness and Sutherland is stunning, and well worth the trip. Also, to avoid the silliness and chaos of the NC500 during the summer, it's still great to visit during the winter.

[@steve-marsh]

So true Jonathan! I don’t think I could bear it in summer.

[@davidhepworth519]

Well, that was lovely. Thanks, Steve.

[@davidroberts7425]

Your videos have encouraged me to visit Scotland and plan to do this journey in May. We'll done again.

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks David! Enjoy planning the trip!

[@janethollman7894]

As a half Scot now living up here it’s a stunning country our dream come true. I wish my mum and pops had been alive to come with us.

[@hughcards]

I know this line well. My gran lived around 30 miles past Helmsdale, in Strathnaver. I’d get off at Kinbrace and take the postie van to her house. Either that or Uncle would pick me up at Lairg. Greetings from USA!

[@steve-marsh]

Just awesome! :)

[@hughcards]

@@steve-marsh Yeah, I feel very blessed to have known that country well.

[@stuartturnbull-t5x]

Great video, really enjoyed it thank you very much, Steve

[@michaelbushell4356]

Loved this, Steve. The Far North Line is a hidden gem with all sorts of surprises. The views of the sea, Flow Country, some of Scotland’s greatest distilleries, the oil industry structures, beautiful villages and absolutel desolation. Good idea on doing something on Brora. The Duke of Sutherland: now he really was something.

[@steve-marsh]

I intend to do the walk to that statue sometime so I’ve got research to do :)

[@martenclark9728]

I don't think that was dull at all , I think people who have called it dull have a clear lack of appreciation for nature, life , the world , journey like this remind us that nothing beats nature , no amount of city concrete will ever compare . I love the Scots and Scotland , both full of character and the landscape is stunning , great video Steve ..dull it WASNT 👍

[@aiden3170]

Oh how nice it is to see Thurso on the channel, I went across a few weeks ago from Stromness in Orkney and walked all the way to the train station to see if there were any trains to see, but no, at least i got a nice trip on the Hamnavoe! Thurso really is a nice place to go for a day especially when it's only a 90 minute ferry from home, i'd love to see more of Caithness on the channel!

[@steve-marsh]

Oh I wish I’d had more time up there!

[@topoftheleague8814]

I've done this line twice... first time was return and realistically a first date... what a great time on the train and a bank holiday in Thurso... The second was one way believe it or not to Georgemas Junction! I'd seen a motorbike for sale on Ebay and knew it would end up going cheap to me.... as I was confident... no one would travel so far north to pick it up! Having already been to Thurso, I knew the journey was very possible! Taking a train to Kingussie, taking a b&b and leaving most of my stuff... the next day an early train to Inverness and then the Thurso/Wick train... then the motorbike back to Kingussie, stayed the night again... then following day down to the ferry at Cairnryan and over to Ireland... another few miles to take me over the border and home! An adventure worthy of Steve... but I'm no you tuber! Just an adventure fan.... oh and that first date is still very happy... now over 7 years later and we happily travel as much as we can... 🥰🥰💙💚

[@heathertruskinger6214]

Hi Steve. I agree with you, it's an amazing feat to build a train line that's safe, across an 8000 year old peat bog ! Thankyou for another amazingly relaxing video, great for a Saturday evening.! The stone walls the train passed on many of the farms, reminded me of my childhood, back in the 1960's, when my mum and I would holiday with friends on their farm in the Western District of Victoria, Australia ❤😊

[@frederickmoller]

I'm Canadian who loves the small communities of Scotland, especially the north, thanks for the awesome review of the train trip, my favorite mode of transportation ever.

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much for coming along, you are inspiring me to do more like this

[@BarneyLeith]

Wonderful scenery, especially when there's a bit of sunlight. Fascinating trip - thanks, as always, Steve!

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Barney!

[@marcy3127]

I did this train journey some years ago to get to the ferry from Scrabster to Orkney, it's stunning in its scenery and isn't boring at all. Thanks for the journey down memory lane Steve, really enjoyed it.

[@johnsmuth5062]

Great video Steve. Getting so many ideas for when we get over to the UK one day. Thanks for sharing, and for not getting off at the wrong station and stressing my wife out. .

[@steve-marsh]

Haha thanks Lyndon! Not sure I’d have survived up there, no way to hitch a ride 🤣

[@ColinSlocombe]

Your doing a great job Steve 👏

[@ianwebb2235]

The scenery was incredible! Thank you young fella for such a beautiful video!

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Ian!

[@footfault]

I can't understand how anyone could find this peaceful, beautiful journey boring.

[@kenmalone6733]

A very beautiful journey, Steve. Thanks for taking us along, it is certainly a place to visit! Great job!

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Ken!!

[@christinehodge3608]

Amazing video, bog marsh spectacular, so relaxing, another great video,

[@stuartjgarland]

Another great video Steve, I really didn't know the train went that far north and great that the line was kept open, so many were closed in Ireland in the 60s and 70s. Thanks for the insight, I think you'll need Windolene and a cloth with you the next time. Fair play you still captured the scenery. Thanks for sharing

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Stuart! There were a lot of ‘unusable’ clips believe me 🤣

[@davidpaton1317]

absolutely beautiful video and journey, you bring Scotland to life like no-one else can. I did gold panning at Helmsdale when I was young so this brought back happy memories for me.

[@CallieMasters5000]

I remember the All the Stations run with Geoff and Vicki ended at Wick, and it was pretty empty then too. Great scenery, and I imagine the train line is a bit of a lifeline for goods and people too.

[@robinjones6999]

an epic trip

[@steve-marsh]

Oh I loved their adventures together!

[@Tenmusicman]

This takes me back to my early teeanage years in the fifties when my uncle worked at Dounreay Atomic reactor, and I spent several summer holidays with his family in Thurso. In those days, the train from Inverness split into two at Georgemas Junction with half going to Wick and the other half to Thurso. I lived in Stafford and took an afternoon train to Glasgow, then the sleeper overnight from Buchanan Street to Inverness, with breakfast on the train to Thurso. Happy memories.

[@SteveSmithRailways]

Last time I did that journey was over 30 years ago, loved every minute of it. We took the coach from Wick to Thurso as an added ride. At least we can say that it doesn't look as though its changed much due to that spectacular scenery. Maybe one day I'll do it again.

[@steve-marsh]

Aye not much changes up there :)

[@jeannellies4778]

I always enjoy your soundtracks. Great choices and perfectly fit the scenery, etc.

[@AlasdairMacCaluim]

A very underrated line - just as good as the West Highland or Kyle lines. Should be promoted more.

[@steve-marsh]

Glad to shine a light in it :)

[@marthaanderson2656]

did this journey in September to continue on to Orkney, it was lovely. People want to be dazzled but I am perfectly content with quiet pastures, baren expanses and cute stone stations. Coming back from Orkney the morning ferry does not meet with the morning train unless you are lucky enough to get a taxi booked way ahead of time. I rode the bus down the east coast back to Inverness and I feel I got a great overview of the beautiful upper right corner of Scotland

[@ianker7143]

Made this journey on my way back from Orkney in 2019. Really enjoyed it - and I don't recall having dirty windows. Loved the stations. I'd gone up from Inverness to Thurso on the bus (I think that's the grey route on your phone map at 3:05) - an entirely different experience and closer to the coast but also well worth doing. I highly recommend going bus one way and train the other.

[@steve-marsh]

I wish I’d done that as a comparison now!

[@ianker7143]

@@steve-marsh Interestingly, the journey time (according to Google Maps) is a whole 4 minutes less by bus!

[@brian5154]

Travelled on this line decades ago. Stunning. My godmother lived in Wick, in the old Manse. My father was stationed here during the war. In RAF Coastal command. Brian Oosterbeek Netherlands

[@Trecar-vl9ev]

The station at Forsinard is also a RSPB reserve visitor centre and from there you can do a walk out onto the peat bog and see the incredible plant species and wildlife. Been there many times but never by train. Looks as though I am going to have to give it a try someday as the rail route beats the road for scenery.

[@steve-marsh]

Another idea there for a future vid - thanks!

[@WthrLdy]

Thanks for taking me along :) What a lovely countryside.

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers for coming :)

[@richardharibo]

This is absolutely beautiful Steve. My favourite KZbinr doing what he does best!! I love Scotland, shame ScotRail can't clean their trains but still great content and my highlight of the weekend 😀

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks Richard :)

[@angusmacdonald5300]

19:46 good choice of music for the moody scenery 👍

[@ericlackford6718]

I have travelled that route in both directions many many times when I lived on Orkney. Whatever the weather, and particularly snow the scenery is beautiful. I have to tell you, Sunday morning on Thurso station is one of the coldest places in Scotland !

[@steve-marsh]

Haha I can believe it :)

[@tonymulqueen9846]

Excellent video Steve. You certainly made the case for the Far North Line.

[@tsr207]

A stunning example of Steve's work ! Expertly edited with an atmospheric soundtrack (the melancholic music captures the winter scenery perfectly). I commented recently that Steve's output was of broadcast quality- but this is one that any broadcaster would be proud of !

[@steve-marsh]

I’m so humbled by your kind words! Seriously!

[@Bo88y22]

Another interesting video, I know that part of the country quite well. What you didn’t notice or comment on was the garden / field fences in the area. The fences are made of large slates. Once you notice them they are everywhere. You passed the north end of the Caledonian Canal. That would make a fantastic vlog. Use the van and free camp. From Corpach to the outlet at Inverness is a magical place. If you research what days to go you can see Lord of the Glens passing through Fort Augustus locks. If you catch it on a sunny summers day it will look fantastic in a vlog. The whole Canal has great stories, views and sounds. If you catch the haunting sounds of the piper at dusk at Lagan lochs …..you won’t see him but you will hear him……..another magical moment.

[@steve-marsh]

Great idea! And yes, the craftsmanship of those fences is awesome :)

[@iankemp1131]

The flagstone fences are fascinating. Logical though, plenty of cleavable stone and no trees!

[@alexmalcolm5577]

In my youth while living in Inverness I drove up north all the way to John O'Groats. Once on the car ferry over to the Black Isle (no bridge then) and once to end of Cromarty Firth via Dingwall. The road trip is scenic. Interesting to see the train view. Pity you missed Wick. A pretty vibrant town way back in my day

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Alex! Aye, no idea why Wick slipped my mind!!!

[@JJ-no2hp]

Ahoy there, Steve - really enjoying your videos - I've been all over Scandinavia and I have to say that Scotland is just as beautiful as anything I have seen there - you are blessed

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much for coming along on this journey :)

[@jonathangat4765]

The return trip was stunning. Thanks for the video. If this line suddenly experiences a tourism boom, everyone will give you credit/blame.

[@steve-marsh]

Haha I’m ready for both!

[@BernieEijdenberg-tr6bb]

Absolutely fascinating landscapes!!! Not a dull route @ all 4 some-1 interested in wild & unspoiled scienery/landscapes. Would make beautiful pictures for puzzles!!!!

[@geoffreyhampson3993]

I travelled to Helmsdale in May 2019. Wonderful trip. Certainly far more interesting than my old daily commute into Sydney. Kyle gets all the accolades, but this line is pretty too. Maybe you could return in different seasons to see the changes.

[@steve-marsh]

Great call! I’d happily do it again :)

[@angelgreer2470]

What a beautiful train journey. Fantastic views. Lovely rainbow 🌈. Thanks for taking us along with you 😊🇬🇧

[@mlwtennessee322]

The music chosen for this was lovely...very appropriate for the stunning countryside. As always, an excellent and fascinating video!

[@SayMcGillicuddy]

I like watching your videos with Google maps open in another window; really gives me a sense for joining your commentary dots. I did not realise that it was quite so far from Inverness to Thurso

[@tomarmstrong1281]

These are some spectacular shots of the sky: clouds, hills, and water, with 😊wonderful northern lighting.

[@paulbenson3441]

That was a great wee trip down memory lane for my wife and I. We didn't go by train though, we were driving up from Sheffield to go to a family wedding in Wick. We had a break in Edinburgh for a couple of nights at a friend's flat, then carried on. Once we got to Inverness we thought it was only another wee bit to Wick, but turned out to be about a 100 miles. We stayed at a wee B&B just north of Wick and for a few days after the wedding, did some exploring. There was only enough time for us to go up to John O'Groats, Dunnet Head and finishing at Thurso before heading back to Wick. I think we're long overdue for a longer visit, but we'll have to make the journey in shorter steps this time. Thanks Steve for rekindling our memories. Paul and Moira.

[@steve-marsh]

So glad you enjoyed the memories :) aye, everyone (me included) gets caught out by how far north it really is!

[@Geordie77]

Just another magic video. Never stop posting. Something magical about your presentation and humour. Easy watching. Perfect

[@ukdavepianoman]

Love this video. The scenery is stunning and your choice of music is perfect for the images. You just needed a banjo and to break out into a rendition of "when i'm cleaning windows". Despite the grubby windows, you shot some amazing footage.

[@lauraautry6992]

Never get tired of seeing the beautiful country 🤗 bright rainbow at the end 😊

[@daviddd551]

Very enjoyable video, thank you Steve. I know this line well, having lived near Thurso for 15 years up to 2011. I had a house right next to Scotscalder station, about 9 miles from Thurso, just 20yds from the platform, and could wave to the passengers when the train (3 a day) stopped at Scotscalder (rarely!). Sotscalder is a request stop, and you have to flag the train down if you want to jump on, or tell the guard if you want to get off. By the way Dunrobin Castle station is no longer private, so anyone can use it. It's beautiful in the far north, and this must be the most scenic rail journeys in the UK.

[@mrmullett1067]

Brought me to tears Steve, I hitch hiked Scotland in 1973 and got as far as the Isle of Skye, what a beautiful country. Thank you so much for the journey, the music was spot on perfect for the views. Cheers from NZ.

[@gretareinarsson7461]

I’m so much looking forward to my next visit to Scotland❤️

[@bryandent3544]

Great. These. Videos. Front. Barrow in Furness.

[@kareneastaugh2365]

Watching your channel Steve has convinced me that one day I will take the train and take in Scotland's wonderful and beautiful scenery. Thank you Sir for letting us in and admire Scotland's beauty. Its always a pleasure to watch your videos. By the way, was that a Greggs Bacon roll I saw at the beginning of your journey? 😂 Xx

[@ne372ne]

thanks for the video Steve. Brought back a few memories. My first job was at Dounreay. I arrived in Thurso train station late one Saturday night in Sepember 1980. I’d travelled from Newcastle. It was a bit of a shock to the system walking out of a dark station into Ormlie Road, not a soul about then having to find my accomodation. Got up early Sunday and went to find a newspaper. “The papers will be in at 2pm” I was informed! I really did feel I was at the end of the world, never mind the end of the line. Beautiful part of the country to explore though. A trip along the north coast to Durness is well worth it. Looking forward to your next video.

[@steve-marsh]

Haha love it! And the isolation up there hints at why Dounreay was chosen!

[@iankemp1131]

Happy memories. I did a summer placement at Dounreay in 2021. Took me 2 days to travel up from Portsmouth (although I did take a day off in the middle to travel the West Highland line). The connecting train from the south (the Clansman) was 45 minutes late but as promised they held the last connection of the day to Thurso. Then another 4 and a half hours behind a Class 26 with 6 coaches, dividing at Georgemas. Fortunately the Ormlie Lodge hostel was right by the station and I could go down and walk on the beach in broad daylight at 11pm (early July). Enjoyed my summer, explored lots of Caithness and Sutherland and made friends that I kept for years.

[@sueelphick9060]

It's now in my to do list...Thanks 😊

[@raefamily3141]

Brilliant - been wanting to do this journey for a while and stay overnight in Thurso. We went to Kyle of Lochalsh 2 years ago and that was grand! When we did the California Zephyr, we had a lower-level room and I took a microfiber cloth so we could get out and clean the window. I should probably bring it with me for the Far North Line.

[@DavidPeacock1972]

The class 158 is by far my best second generation DMU, from the whining of the engine to the unique sound of the two tone . Love em.

[@jb8328]

Great trip, it is a beautiful part of the country. Well worth a visit any time of the year!

[@ajloomes6232]

Hi Steve, my family and I run the campsite in Thurso and are big fans of the channel. Just want to say it’s another great video and we hope you make it back up in summer when the weather truly does the area justice.

[@parttimespotter2027]

A mate of mine lives on the line in an old disused station. Last time I did the line to Thurso was Feb 1989. Snow everywhere. Also went to Dunrobin Castle station a few years later in 1991. Then visited the castle itself and walked along the shoreline to Golspie station. I must get back up there one day.

[@leonlowe]

You did a great job with the handicap you were given! I enjoyed it very much.

[@goderie50]

I am glad ive done that trip to Thurso TWICE...absoluteley faboulous. The first time we went to the north we cycled all the way to John O'Groats and onwards to Land's End...the long way around the east coast of Scotland. The next time we went to Orkney. I reckon we weill be back sometime! In about 8 weeks we will be in the Cairgorms....all the way from Australia.

[@MilesMiser]

Hey Steve! I enjoyed this awesome video with all the countryside views! Thanks! Sorry your jacket had to take one for the team :( You mentioned the peat bogs are a good carbon sink and I guess that's an interesting point, but in the past weren't they used for a fuel sources for heating? And do some still burn peat? Other than imparting flavors in Scotch whiskies that is of course ;). You got wifi on the train well that's a huge plus! Amtrak in the U.S. the Wifi barely ever works...

[@steve-marsh]

I used to love the smell of a peat fire, but I believe it's not allowed anymore, too precious to burn! Yeah, wifi sure is a patchy experience when travelling eh!

[@yurkshirelad]

Beautiful Scotland! We were there in July and miss it already.

[@michaelbrown9891]

Another great video and train journey. Very relaxed. ❤️

[@SeanAsheMeston]

I traveled on the Far North Line in April and watching this video brought back some fond memories. I left Hastings, East Sussex around 0830 that morning for Gatwick Airport. I had never been on a plane before and so this was the first of many firsts I would experience that day. I arrived into Inverness with around 55 minutes to kill before my train to Tain would leave, but sadly, I didn't get to see much of the city. 90 minutes ish later, I arrived into Tain feeling half asleep and ready for bed... well, not before going into a small pub called The Snug with my best friend and experiencing Scottish hospitality. I am hoping to take the Caledonian Sleeper to Inverness in a few months as I didn't get to see much in April, and I will fly back to Gatwick the next evening. I am planning to move to Tain in the near future and I imagine traveling on the Far North Line will be a regular activity.

[@gerrymaurer]

I love this train trip. thanks for sharing tour love of the Scottish countryside!

[@gdparry2727]

Love the instrumental music choices - i listen to this kind of stuff a lot when trying to be creative. hearing 'pictures and stories'

[@ColinSlocombe]

Except any filming crews Steve you are the only person I know of that has travelled all around Scotland

[@pagla0306]

I am new to your channel. I started with DFDS mini cruise and got hooked. Done about a dozen so far. Compulsive viewing. You go a long way to give us the best content. As a mark of thanks some coffee money went to your PayPal ac. I shall take my time to watch most past videos.

[@steve-marsh]

Hey thank you so much!!!! Really really appreciate it :)

[@skintslots]

@@steve-marsh I've been the same for about the past 4 or 5 days. Strangely compulsive viewing with Steve. Affordable journeys mostly too.

[@hereandthere6863]

What a special train trip. Thank you again for showing off Scotland!

[@kalinystazvoruna8702]

Look at the rainbow at 20:13!!!! This planet is sooo beautiful and even in a place that seems "bleak" it's still incredibly beautiful. Thank you for this video! Hello from northeast Tennessee, USA!

[@steve-marsh]

Hi there! Thanks so much for watching my wee video!

[@jasonholmes1096]

Travelled by train to Thurso (then ferry to Orkney) last year. On the return, we stayed at the Premier Inn next to Thurso Station. It's ideal for the first train to Inverness in the morning. Sure love the sections of line that run close to the coast. Interesting to note that the train actually passes (and stops) at Georgemas Junction twice each way.

[@josephprice1692]

We worked for a touring caravan club during the late 1990s and we had friends who were managers of the site by the golf course in Brora. We visited them for 4 days and stayed in a village B&B ,its a beautiful spot and you are well placed to visit several places of interest in the area.

[@hughprice2310]

A bit late watching this one Steve. Better late than never! The railway line is full of stunning scenery once it enters the flow country. I have stayed at The Forsinard Hotel, now called Forsinard Suite? A beautiful location and only a short walk from the railway station. Very good Summer birdwatching around the area.

[@terryodams2244]

The Sceannary is Absolutely Stunning.

[@Toffeezigger]

Happy memories of my time in Thurso- 79-88. Back in those days the train was Class 37 diesel loco hauled and split at Georgemas with a loco waiting to couple up and take the back two carriages on to Thurso. The front two on to Wick. Thurso station looks exactly the same. That loco mural was there way back.