The Isle Of Arran Coastal Way | A Solo Hike On Scotland's Ultimate Coastal Trail

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Let's Build A Community! Reply to this comment with your all time favourite hike anywhere in the world 🏞🏕🗻

[@mapesdhs597]

So far, I'd say heading up Glen Rosa to the Saddle and down into Glen Sannox valley was pretty cool.

[@iain2by4]

the trig at Bishops Seat, Dunoon

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

​@@mapesdhs597epic! Love it there!

[@leejones1971]

Snowdon Horseshoe

[@suegillett2173]

Wainright Memorial Walk - Lake District - awesome

[@kennybrydges9084]

That's got to be the best video I've watched Abbie.. well done.. take care from Canada 👍🙏

[@lespownall8221]

Hi Abbie, it's Les who was driving the moho in the vlog. I passed you at Lochranza. It would have been nice to have a bit craic but perhaps next time. Stay safe and keep up the vlogs x

[@pearlbarnes5749]

Wonderful film . Can't wait to get up to Scotland again ! Thank you for such a wonderful adventure

[@domo3552]

Thank you so much Abbie. Do you realise just how appreciated your videos and contributions are to people who need a bit of a boost now and then? I have my next trip planned; map, guidebook, flight & accommodation all sorted. I almost feel like you'll be by my side on the trail! I've been following KZbin adventure channels for many years, and yours is amongst the most inspiring. Many thanks for sharing. You really do make a difference! 🙏💚

[@ervinslens]

You nailed it here! So nicely and professionally put together once again! Love it

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Thank you for watching!

[@kyliejwhyte]

Another beautiful - joyous and uplifting video!! I LOVE your work and am so grateful to you for the inspiration you provide me. Plus those sandwiches sound a-mazing!! Happy new year to you and yours dear Abbie 🥰

[@jenniferhurley5895]

Another great video, thank you for taking us along on your journey. Don’t be so hard on yourself - I’m sure there’d being only about 5% of the worlds population that would voluntarily spend multiple days walking for the fun of it , then add rain wind etc, and then wild camping ❤. Love your sense of adventure and appreciation of nature and everything around you. Thank you for letting us see the sights that we may not be able to experience in person

[@julietoner5496]

Fabulous video! You've inspired us to try this. Thank you Abbie xx

[@Audioslaaf]

Beautiful as always. Thank you very much Abbie, for this inspiring video. 🙂

[@ralph-io6bj]

An awesome video! The scenery was AMAZING! Thank you for doing what you do in making these videos for others to see and enjoy! MUCH appreciated!

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@26Phw]

A fantastic production Abbie thanks for posting it. I been to Arran a few times over the years and never tire of it. One of my first visits was in the 90s. Once when descending Goat Fell i slipped on a wet slab of rock and hurt my left wrist. When I reached the car park there was a lady and her young daughter there having problems starting her car. I offered to help and repaired a broken wire using only my right hand. Driving my car was worse with a gear stick on my left I had to use my right hand for gear changing. It was an interesting drive via the ferry back to Newcastle. 0:14 0:14

[@aliciathom9633]

Congratulations on a great hike and video, Abbie. I visited Arran with my dad when I was 10, almost 60 years ago and plan to revisit with my husband in our camper van next autumn, and maybe do the coastal way!

[@between2pines]

What a great video!! Thank you Abbie.

[@loveenough1]

That was great, Abbie, very relatable and beautiful to watch.

[@amyzynda3751]

I always love these long form videos. It's always fun to see a place I've been or a place I'm planning to go!

[@Karen-dq8nw]

Oh my, there were some bloopers in this one! the trekking poles in the stream, the goop on the trig point. Thank you for a laugh! Loved the film, and I don't think trading a campsite for a wild camp is cheating in any way at all. It's not really being as rugged as possible; it's making the most of the journey, which you always do. Looking forward to the next one!

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Totally agree! Thank you for watching!

[@davidhaugen9966]

Thanks again for the great spirit!

[@Buszkraftowski]

Thank you very much for sharing your adventure. The Arran Costal way is on my bucket list too.

[@Cavgirlgypsy61]

Beautiful journey!

[@Drdee1]

Thanks for this Abbie. I'm watching on Christmas day before lunch as I have done the past few years. You're being true to what hiking can be, getting lost, replanning but ultimately pushing through and discovering it was all worth while

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

You are so welcome! And you are totally right.

[@noelf5827]

Fantastic footage and narrated so well too. Thank you

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Cainb420]

Thanks, Abbie, this one is on my doorstep but unfortunately, I still don't have the strength back in my legs. I was looking at mobility scooters 4 years ago due to chronic pain but after using cannabis for my pain I have now started to build up muscle again. Hopefully, one day soon I will be able to do Arran. Thanks for the motivation your West Highland Way video helped me to even start looking for something to help improve my health

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Wishing you well ❤

[@between2pines]

Yes!!! Thank you for posting this Abbie, I look forward to seeing this video😀🥾🥾

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Hope you like it!

[@stevevasilica6187]

You make the best documentaries! 🤩

[@stefans-place]

During colder Christmas days, I enjoy the entertaining film about Arran. I have to go back to this island once again.

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

You should!

[@GaryDavidson-m4z]

Hi there! My mum and my aunt and uncle s camped on arran a lot of years ago recently my mum took us to a patch of ground opposite Lochranza Castle where she believed it could have been site. The campsite you stayed at must be quite new. Well done on your hike round the island!

[@BCBoatsAndCanoes]

Great video, thanks for sharing!

[@danidaskam1027]

I watched it immediately. Fantastic! Congratulations!

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@susanbarrie9703]

Wonderful video. Thank you.

[@timbonagasaki5436]

Great video, thanks. Love the upbeat commentary and enthusiasm. Not bad scenery either 😅.

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Haha its alright yeah 😂

[@MichaelEdwards-mp3ph]

What an amazing documentary. Abbie you nailed it, congratulations. I'm going to do this in June 2025. Sure, I'm going to make mistakes along the way. But it's going to be a journey into the unknown. I just can't wait. I visited isle of Arran in August 2024, fell in love with the place. Wow! You are amazing 👏

[@TheCheshireWanderer]

Amazing video, Abbey! I really enjoyed this. I look forward to the next videos. I hope you had a great Christmas and i wish you all the best for the New Year 🎉

[@archglencoe8557]

a solo hike, my u must have been terrified,,,,,,,ma favorites hikes on a friday after work when am heading for a bit of blow,

[@Pennylee58]

Just watched your amazing video Abbie, l love Arran and need to go back soon, the Holy Isle is so very special. Good luck with your operation ❤

[@hikerhymes6231]

Another amazing video Abbie. I did this about 6 months before you and this brought back memories. I had a LOT more rain than you did, but stayed in Brodick and bussed to the start and finish each day, which worked brilliantly. Such a shame you missed Machrie Moor Stone Circles. Make sure you visit if you're in that area again. One of the best stone circles you'll go to- there are standing stones everywhere you look. Loved your point about the golf course and danger! Also, yeah some walkers will be put off by the amount of road walking, but don't be, none of it is unpleasant.

[@AScottishOdyssey]

Arran is a stunning island. I do need to get back over, and explore Arran more.

[@dawnthird2538]

Another triumph! Just what I needed as been ill in bed over Christmas. The beautiful scenery and your great commentary cheered me up! I love Arran and now want to return soon! Thank you!

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Get well soon! Thanks for watching!

[@hikingismytherapy]

This was a beautiful place to see. Thanks!

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@fireflyrocks1]

Oh, Abby , what a Christmas gift this video is and what a gift you are . Thank you . I'm in Ontario and long for the ocean. This video took me there..

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Wonderful! Thank you for watching!

[@AngelaCWilson-s6v]

Once again a brilliant documentary. Please stop being so hard on yourself about using campsites. Especially wee independents are fab places. Did a few last year on the North Coast of Scotland and met really fascinating people, one site was even a seal rescue centre. Keep doing what you do x

[@simonvandepol4437]

What a magnificent hike Abbie ! Such a beautiful island 👍 My favorite hike is the coastal stretch of the Cleveland way on the Yorkshire Coast 👌 Greetings from the Netherlands 🇳🇱

[@KettenmannSB]

Wonderful. Thank you for the Inspiration. Best wishes from Germany

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@tracklamp]

Excellent walk and video. Look forward to the next one👍

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Happy days! Out on December 31st at 5pm UK time!

[@celesteindge]

Beautiful film Abbie, such a great watch.

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@deborahharding135]

I love Arran. I'm glad it got you too 😊

[@majellafergus3643]

Way to go Abbie! I love Arran but have walked little there. I’m going to add this walk to my to-do list. In the meantime, thank you for helping us feel we’re walking alongside you and your courage and tenacity continue to be an inspiration 😊 I hope you’re having a well-deserved and relaxing Christmas Day ❤️

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Thanks so much for being here!

[@DovieRuthAuthor]

Thank you for sharing! I appreciate this immensely. xx

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Thanks for being here!

[@lorijefferson1833]

👋👍🤗❤️Awesome and amazing sceneries. It's just so beautiful there.

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

It really is!

[@kerrypennings4294]

This all sans midges! Well done!

[@thekev506]

A great summary of the path! I did some hillwalking in Arran 2 years ago, where I used some of the coastal path and I had the same challenges as you. I was thinking of going back in 2025 to do the coastal path, but I think I'll do something different on the island instead!

[@alanthompson2063]

Thanks for sharing your adventures, places I'm not likely to go, but feeling inspired by your channel.❤

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

You're welcome! Thanks for journeying with me!

[@WanderFreeWithBarb]

Fantastic watch as always Abbie. This is a hike which is on my list. You did really well in the midst of the panic.

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@minimobilereview6570]

Always a true inspiration thank-you

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Thanks for being here!

[@Youraveragejoshh]

Your film making is fantastic. You deserve so many more views

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Thank you! I shoot on my phone (Samsung s22) gopro 8/10 and Sony A7iii :)

[@charlottehodgson5093]

So enjoy your walks Abbie. You are an extraordinary person and so inspire me to get out into nature where I always feel at my calmest :)

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Thank you so much!

[@Scott1967-m8]

What an amazing video, Abbie, thank you...! It's been a wonderful early Chrimbo prezzie. 🥳

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Happy days!

[@paulgallagher6544]

Glad you stayed in the bnb. Listen to your self and take it in. Abbie today is fine but hopefully you'll be hiking for many years and not sick from ignoring signs. Responsible hiking is as important as leave no trace and other things. I see some people out in storms I get it on a thru hike but deliberate risk is wrong.

[@helenwallis5914]

Congratulations, this is wonderful Abbie. Brought back lots of great memories when we were there in 2023. Such a beautiful Island . We laughed so hard when you went past the golf course , think it might have been my partners golf ball. The golf course holds great memories for me as I beat my husband the first time ever there. As I said fantastic video . Bring on more adventures for you in 2025.

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Hahahaha! I'm glad there was no offence taken 😂😂😂

[@helenwallis5914]

@ Never

[@melyandres_]

Finally got off work and made it! Plopping down with a cup of coffee

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@mrlionrocks]

I love arran,its certainly scotland in miniature 🎉

[@mapesdhs597]

Been looking forward to this! But now family have shown up, so I'll have to wait until later to watch. :D

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Enjoy! And merry Christmas!

[@mapesdhs597]

@@AbbieBarnesWILD Thanks! Mega ditto! :D

[@heather333]

Arran is perfect for a weeks holiday. Easily accessible, with enough to see and do.

[@gusgilfillan9033]

Amazing video

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Thanks so much!

[@Daytona2]

Interesting to see, thanks for sharing, Abbie 😊 Hiiker's a great app 👍

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Thanks for watching!

[@emilybarlow4330]

You sound like me talking to the landscape and nature. Lovely video… still only a few minutes in 😊

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Glad you are here!

[@leegosling]

Merry Christmas, Abbie! Hope its a good one and have an awesome 2025 :-)

[@Debbie-deb-x]

Your so inspiring Abbie , I do wish I was younger, I’m not decrepit yet though and still get out walking, I noticed you mentioned Utah, will there be a video from there ? I wish I’d got the courage to fly I would love to go to America, your one precious soul ❤

[@jannipantsplantfam4740]

Lol! Abbie, you are the luckiest hiker in the world. Drops a camera in the sea on another hike and finds a scuba diver who finds it. Then, drops a walking pole into a river right when a kayaker is floating by... 😂 You should buy a lottery ticket! Your luck and timing are pretty awesome. 🥰 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you!

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Haha so funny!! I think my luck is only on the trail 😂😂 Thanks for watching!!

[@HJane1967]

Thankyou ❤ best xmas present ❤️

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

So happy!

[@billgreenley4013]

Thanks Abbie. We hiked TMB August 2024 and I'm booked on Laugavegur Trail August 2025.

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Amazing!!

[@JP-lk2qs]

Thank you so much Abbie for this lovely video on Christmas Eve.Will definitely watch it later tonight 🎉.Also looking forward to your epic Snowdonia Slate Trail as well in the future.Happy Christmas to you and your family 🎉

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Fantastic! Snowdonia out on the 31st Dec - hope you enjoy both films!!

[@deanmc178]

you should try a flextail pump abbie , ive got one , it really saves alot of energy ,,x

[@Krakow86-j4p]

Great video, Abbie ! Do you ever listen to music when hiking ?

[@jenhanlon3840]

Lovely Christmas pressie Abbie. Thank you and better than the Christmas tv 🤭

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

You’re welcome 😊

[@susanjanemay5713]

Really loved sitting here and watching this this morning, thank you Abbie 🙏🏻😊 Another lovely video to add to my saved ones that Inlike to have running in the background, keeping me company during the day 😊 I'd just like to ask, please, what brand / design are your walking sticks? They look super sturdy 😄

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

You are so welcome! These poles are Leki Black Carbon series :)

[@keypenhikeralan4233]

Thank yoy Abbie. It is hard enough to walk in the rain but filming in the rain must be tough! One of my favorite places to hike is the Wallowa Mountains in Oregon in the US

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

So cool, thanks for sharing!

[@caren9790]

Oh, my gosh Abbie! You were in Utah?! I live in Utah. Ugh, I would have loved to meet you. I would have driven anywhere to meet you.

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Next time! I'll be back in 2025!

[@rayfreer2]

Not the best path you’ve taken Abbie, not sure I’m up for that one. Re paths…good luck with the one you’re taking, you’re v brave and no matter what your community will be there to support you. All the best…

[@mattbatesteacher]

Never enough garlic as far as I am concerned 😂

[@herbevans2727]

Thanks Abbie...another cool adventure! Wishing you the best for your surgery ✌ But why would you smell your hand after putting it in seabird poo?....bad move 🤣

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

I don't know 😂😂😂

[@robertgalloway3771]

I KNOW ARRAN WELL, ONE OF AREAS THAT MY FAMILY LIVED IN FOR 400 ? YEARS, ALSO BUTE AND SOUTH ARGYLL

[@BumblebeeAdventure]

merry christmas

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Same to you!

[@Scott1967-m8]

I forgot to mention, Abbie ...the trig point-guano final thoughts; it brought to mind the Whitby harbour oopsie incident...classic Barnsey that 😆 👏

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

😂😂😂

[@DonatChristy]

Thank you so much for this amazing video! A bit off-topic, but I wanted to ask: My OKX wallet holds some USDT, and I have the seed phrase. (alarm fetch churn bridge exercise tape speak race clerk couch crater letter). What's the best way to send them to Binance?

[@Youraveragejoshh]

Do you mind telling me what camera you use?

[@e.k.4508]

Their camera kit is in the description! Just scroll all the way down

[@diavo009]

Now thats a sandwich! None of this tesco meal deal rubbish. 😂

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Oh yes mate 😂

[@The_Nomadic_Scoundrel]

Abbie wgat was the app called, hikers app?

[@e.k.4508]

I've got the same question. Can't find an app with that name. Could it be Hiiker? With a double ii?

[@The_Nomadic_Scoundrel]

@e.k.4508 I think it was i downloaded it, and I'm sure it is, had the historical option and old school maps too, looks alright,

[@erdalyavuz154]

👏👏👏

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

🎉

[@Martin-lp4yg]

I did some of this a few years ago and some parts were a nightmare...ie...no path at all just rocky beaches and we had to bail and head up the steep slope up to the road...The coastal path has not been done properly...it comes n goes all the time especially at Dippen Head area...its just huge rocks...actually quite dodgy to walk through. I didn't see many Arran Coastal path signs either...disappointing as the scenery is amazing.

[@Jendarhan64]

I agree that we all evolved in nature, and were (and are still) dependant on it. Men have been the ones at war with nature. You don't see very many women hunting things to extinction, or cutting down trees til there are no more. Men are waking up, but hopefully it's not too late.

[@darrensmith2822]

But it's the women who are over populating the planet

[@xix94]

You need to buy a new waterproof for these trips I got my self an army surplus mtp lightweight goretex never leaked never soaked water up cost me 15 pound

[@xix94]

Or if your waterproof is wetting out then re waterproof it

[@Jinglylenny]

For your information the Busses on Arran have to run in time with the boats if a bus is late then 99% of the time it’s because the boat is late, if you get stressed out by a delay of 25 mins then Island life is not for you.

[@Jinglylenny]

You obviously have not seen somebody hit on the head and carted away unconscious in an Ambulance if you think warning the public that wondering aimlessly about a golf course is a dangerous pursuit is something to be derisory about!

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

I think you are seriously lacking a sense of humour.

[@Jinglylenny]

If you call that humour , words fail me good bye

[@Krakow86-j4p]

​@@JinglylennyWhere's your Bridge ?

[@Jinglylenny]

@ yes some people are too stupid to realise that Golf Courses are there to play golf not for idiots to be wandering about oblivious to the risk of getting hit by a golf ball hit by a golfer who may be unsighted to the idiot wandering about

[@Krakow86-j4p]

@@Jinglylenny you didn’t answer my question sir.

[@bigdave6246]

Amazing video