In A Cabin In A Wood...

Day 3 – Saturday, June 28^th

We woke up and finally got a good look at the cabin. It is set against the Scottish National Forest and has sheep one on side and a huge mountain behind.

Once we all got up and ready, we started out to see our first castle, Threave Castle. This castle was created by Archibald the Grim and is on its own island. When you arrive you have to walk about 10 minutes to the boat dock that will take you across the river to the island.

After exploring for a bit we sat down and had a nice picnic lunch and just enjoyed the scenary.

After Threave Castle, we went in search of a tower that we couldn’t find but it certainly took us on some very challenging roads…(insert video).

Once we gave up the hunt we landed in Kirkcudbright to see MacLellan’s Castle. This castle was used as the residence for Sir Thomas MacLellan in 1570.

Our final destination of the day, which was my favorite of the day, was Dundrennan Abbey. This was where Mary Queen of Scots spent her last hours in Scotland in 1568.

That evening we were invited to a Hen party for one of Christina’s cousins. We had a great time meeting her extended family and enjoying some local customs. (We were also grateful that they allowed us to use their WIFI!)

I have lots more pictures but internet is so slow this was all I was able to get uploaded in my short amount of time allowed for internet.

Will post more soon!