Sunday - over to the Outer Hebrides

Another check on the ferry to confirm it was running OK. However the rain was coming down heavily so any thought of a walk before boarding was discounted very quickly. Pete was good enough to let us stay at the house for a cuppa and a chat past check out time.

Eventually we drove to Mallaig, had a wander, bought some books, filled up with petrol (automatic payment as not manned on a Sunday) then sat in the car overlooking the harbour to eat our lunch. We saw our first 'Scottish' seal:

The ferry crossing was 3 and a half hours long but it was a very smooth rides. Our hostel was only 5 minutes drive thankfully as we disembarked after 18.30. Archie, one of the owners met us to show us our room and the communal areas. The building is ugly and utilitarian but the owners have fitted the rooms and bathrooms to a high spec and it's all very clean.