THROUGH THE BLACK GLEN - In The Shadow of Creag Mac Ranaich

[@jocky2]

Brilliant video Eddie, a real belter. You are a great inspiration for me and I want to thank you for the work you put in to share this wonderful experience and get us all off our arses and out there enjoying our magnificent country.

[@mancguy336]

Classic Ed video. Stunning scenery. A very relaxing watch after a busy day. You're so right about lack of public transport. Thought the idea was to protect the environment by getting more of us out of our cars. We can live in hope!

[@EdExploresScotland]

Cheers Howie.

[@johnmull59]

Your happy place 😊 Stunning scenery. Agree cutting railway lines was biggest blunder, and not far behind was selling it off!

[@mairimillar6606]

Glad you had such a lovely day and the weather was kind to you Eddy. Mx

[@thetimetraveller6550]

That was a classic Ed about the sheep 💩 pooping on the path haha!! Excellent...

[@EdExploresScotland]

Ended up having to do a wee dance to avoid the stuff.

[@alastairfinn1305]

Right folks we all like and look forward to Eds videos and now he has a super thanks button let’s help him get some ££ for new boots😂

[@EdExploresScotland]

Cheers Alastair. Boots now in a charity shop. I can't wear them; maybe someone else can.

[@freeforester1717]

Glean dubh - said like ‘doo’

[@EdExploresScotland]

Thank you.

[@johnd8538]

8,9,10 pints in Glasgow! Love your stuff, you keep it real, I'm a Sheffielder, we are very similar. Beautiful film and it shows you don't have to be superfit as so many are on KZbin to go on a good hike. The reason for the piss poor public transport in rural areas is down to the government, they are too busy bending over backwards to virtue signal and accomodate relataively new arrivals in the cities whilst forgetting about the indeginous....controversial I know, but true. Another form of clearance??

[@brycehermon5939]

An excellent video thanks Ed. Such stunning scenery. Scotland certainly has so much to offer. Thanks for sharing.

[@EdExploresScotland]

Thank you.

[@duneideann9241]

Mt Fuji without the smoke Another great walk for us public transport enthusiasts 😃 Some new lines and stations have been built recently hopefully this continues The rural areas get such a bad deal re buses

[@EdExploresScotland]

Yes, it's certainly good to see new rail routes being created, or old routes being recreated.

[@greigmcarthur3821]

An absolutely stunning video Ed, you are fast becoming the new Weir's Way. You are spot on with your summary of the state of public transport and I mourn the loss of the train lines (although before my time) but I do believe the short sightedness of the closures must have had a massive adverse effect on these communities once brought into the modern age by train only to be thrown to the wolves by expediency! These views remind me of a different time, an era when we still had a romantic notion of the Scottish Highlands and it's communities. Thanks again Ed.

[@EdExploresScotland]

Cheers Greig. The rail line through many of these areas was difficult to maintain, given the rocky terraine. That doesn't mean we couldn't have sorted it.

[@Lynnthomason45]

Hi Ed😮. I really enjoyed this video. So much that I watched it twice. As usual the music is terrific. Thanks so much. ❣️ Lynn in Naples FLORIDA

[@EdExploresScotland]

Thanks Lynn. I'd good weather for the hike.

[@MrMaharg65]

Another great video Ed. Excellent area of outstanding beauty. You’re right about public transport getting worse.

[@EdExploresScotland]

Thanks Graham. Imagine getting a train there. When I was a wee boy we got a train from Glasgow to Balquhidder to visit relations, one of those trains with individual compartments and their own door. The good old days.

[@MrMaharg65]

@@EdExploresScotland Can only imagine what that would have been like. Tourism is still rubbish here and still bad for everything being shut or closed when people, with money, need food or a drink etc.

[@justandy1035]

Stunning wee video Ed . Well done. A thoroughly enjoyable watch. Amazing scenery . Rural public transport is difficult at times I agree. Atb Andy

[@EdExploresScotland]

Glorious area of the country. Perhaps there's an argument for not allowing too many people to visit it.

[@colinblack7049]

Hi Eddie, great video, I love that area and while I love the old railway track for cycling and walking on, that Dr. Beeching wants a good hard kick in the haw maws. I totally agree with you about the buses even if you have a car. I had a caravan on a site in Callander but used to jump on the bus into Stirling for a wee day oot. And it was free with the pensioner bus pass. You mentioned people getting their messages, coming back from Stirling one day there was a young lassie with two bags of shopping on the bus. She had foolishly bought frozen stuff on a warm day, then the bus got stuck in a tailback.

[@EdExploresScotland]

Hi Colin. The rail line through Glen Ogle must have been difficult to maintain, given the rocks and rock-falls in the area.

[@SparkySenor]

What a wonderful episode Ed, such stunning scenery. I wholeheartedly agree with you about the shocking lack of decent Public Transport in Scotland. I have been to Killin but in a minibus. I have a 50 year old motorcycle/ankle injury, so I'm not able to walk great distances but many of the places I want to visit are just as you've highlighted. I do cycle but we're of a similar age so I cannot manage that for long journeys either. You had me with the Scone maker, I fell for it completely. All the best and thank you.

[@EdExploresScotland]

Cheers Michael.

[@bobmcintyre9490]

Excellent video Ed. Lovely cenery...

[@EdExploresScotland]

Cheers Bob.

[@RG-ja34sep]

A truly enjoyable and beautiful video Eddy. I remember some years ago stopping at the Loch Tulla viewpoint off the A82, through to Kingshouse and continuing on to Glencoe. Certainly one of the most stunning and spectacular scenic spots in Scotland. As you discussed, it’s a shame that visitors and tourists are no longer able to venture through these amazing places by rail, and of course, the lack of public transport. Take care Eddy, looking forward to your next adventure, best regards, Rob.

[@EdExploresScotland]

Thanks Rob.

[@hucruslub]

Brilliant video Ed and absolutely stunning scenery. Interesting to see the old railway route sadly no longer. Totally agree with you on the serious lack of public transport links. What? No pie?...I do miss the pie review. I'll be visiting Scotland again very soon. Kind regards Ed.

[@EdExploresScotland]

Cheers. The bus I got was from Stirling to Lix Toll. Missed the superb pies in Callander.

[@jim_dubhglas]

Great hike as usual Ed and I agree with you 100%! Wonderful views as much of rural Scotland has (especially West), and straight forward talk about lack of public transport. I'd like to work/live there, but without a car option, I fear transport for groceries, exploration, etc. is a big concern. - Slàinte Mhaith from Canada!

[@EdExploresScotland]

Cheers Jimmy. Sadly, the car is king these days.

[@thomasks3]

Fantastic video Ed. I would love to visit there someday 😊

[@EdExploresScotland]

It's a beautiful area.

[@neilmckay8649]

Jist typical of the sheep of today, nae consideration. Where was that lovely iron foot bridge? Thanks for taking us on a walk again.

[@EdExploresScotland]

The footbridge was over the old rail line between Lochearnhead and Kingshouse.

[@eileanvm]

I think you have a fair point there Ed about the decline of public transport links in certain areas of Scotland being similar to the Highland Clearances. It's enraging and sad at the same time. At least you are highlighting it in these short films, which is something. Scotland is so beautiful that it must be seen, and experienced. The snow-capped mountains in your camera shots are simply stunning. Recently, I was travelling back to the mainland on the MV Loch Seaforth, (from the Isle of Lewis), and the view of the snow-covered mountains as the ship made it's approach toward Ullapool made me jump out of my seat and run up to the deck to see it panoramically, because it was just so awe-inspiring. I was fiercely proud to belong to such a beautiful land as Scotland is. One of the things that make your films very special are the bespoke soundtracks, created and recorded by you. They just get better and better. Are you actually playing those harmonising guitars in the outgoing piece? Just wonderful production and musicianship.

[@EdExploresScotland]

Thanks Eilean. Yes, the music is all mine, mix of midi and mostly real guitars, but I'm struggling. Every year I get a good bit deaf in my left ear because of tree pollen. Those damn trees. I can't mix music if I can't properly hear it. Oh it's a hard life.

[@eileanvm]

@@EdExploresScotland Hmmm. It's funny how the eustachian tubes are blocked / congested in only one ear. I have had occasional ear 'infections' over the years which began the first time I flew on an aeroplane. Yet only in one ear. Have you tried Sudafed. That can help with the congestion.

[@EdExploresScotland]

Many thanks. I feel there may be an argument for felling every tree on the planet.

[@eileanvm]

@EdExploresScotland Tree murder isn't the answer. We mustn't anger the Great Race of the Ents. Antihistamine works to quell Hay-fever. Is that similar to tree-pollen I wonder.... 🤔

[@eileanvm]

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[@alanmarshall6218]

Stunning scenery that makes you want to get out there too. I agree that as a car owner its great to be able to leave the car behind and concentrate on the journey. Public transport a must too for the local community.

[@Al.W7263]

Never lost only fiercely confused for 2 or 3 days. Thanks for the video Ed.

[@alanglasgowbassist]

Brilliant Ed. Lovely area. Haven’t done much walking there but it’s on the list :-)

[@EdExploresScotland]

Difficult place to reach by public transport, but worth the effort.

[@eng9040]

To cheer you all up, done a wee bit of Arran today and last week from Troon to Brodick as a foot passenger on MV Alfred and using bus on the Island it is working well for now (before the school holiday and summer rush). Good valid points Ed.

[@EdExploresScotland]

Had my eye on Arran for a while. Cheers.

[@sharonannc.3079]

Wow such beautiful scenery! Loved it …. Your are a brave soul traveling like this solo I was glad to hear you had cell phone service, geeeez one never knows if you need assistance . So did you take a cab to Sterling.? I’m enjoying* your videos… From way across the pond ….🇺🇸 Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 is lovely….. Wrapped in all her historical history..

[@EdExploresScotland]

Hi Sharon. Yes; taxi back to Callander. I could have dilly dallied in the glen for longer.

[@alastairfinn1305]

Thanks

[@EdExploresScotland]

Many thanks.

[@alastairfinn1305]

Welcome Ed, wish it could be more. Hopefully more people do it also and get you some new boots😂 . Have you seen Dave that does astonishing Glasgow?

[@EdExploresScotland]

Astonishing Glasgow is certainly a must-watch.

[@jamesrobinson7056]

Beautiful country, and so devoid of tourists! Lovely video, Ed, thanks

[@billycrawford6080]

Great video Ed. Agree with you pal about the state of bus services, as you know I am a bus driver down here in England but for the past 2 years have been wanting to go back home to Scotland, I have a job to go to in Oban as a bus driver, already been offered the job and I have registered with the council for a house or flat. Been 2 years now and still nothing. If they want drivers they had better look at where we would live. Great video Ed. Take care pal.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🥃🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🥃

[@EdExploresScotland]

Hit the nail on the head Billy. Councils perhaps need to excercise controls over their area to ensure adequate housing is available for folk who actually live there, and want to work there, as opposed to folk who buy houses for a bit of a holiday now and then.

[@martinstilton1535]

What a stunning walk! I am lucky enough to have access to a car but hate driving these days so prefer to use public transport. It does restrict where you can go sometimes! 😩

[@EdExploresScotland]

When you've never done a walk in a particular area you're never sure just how it will go, but oh my goodness this one was a cracker.

[@martinstilton1535]

@@EdExploresScotland really enjoyed watching this walk. Your camera work really showed the scenery well and captured it for us all. Looking forward to the next one!

[@junejackson7958]

Beautiful

[@EdExploresScotland]

Thank you.

[@queenwitcher6661]

Cheers for this, Ed. Wonderful to see this glorious area. Killin is where we stay when we visit Scotland. Ben Lawers is always stunning. We say exactly the same about these lovely little places; how do they manage with very limited public transport and lack of shops?

[@robertwright4651]

Great video Ed hope your well its a shame to think of the vast railway network we once had I recently walked the west highland way and its the same from fort william back to Glasgow you have to book the bus you would think in peak season more buses would be put on I mean only 70000 walkers each year do the whw take care

[@EdExploresScotland]

Hope you didn't have too many blisters.

[@robertwright4651]

@EdExploresScotland just one small blister opted to wear regatta walking shoes rather than boots no major problems cheers

[@Ahm.nae-fou]

The views were as good as any oil painting today, in fact at first I wasn't sure if they were painted.

[@Puffball-ll1ly]

Theres no poor people in the countryside anymore so no demand for buses. Only the rich can afford to live there