Glencoe Lochan The winter months may spell the end of activity for many wishing to climb the big peaks in and around Glencoe, but there are still a number of enjoyable, low-level routes. Perhaps the best is a walk around gorgeous Glencoe Lochan (lochan means ‘small loch’). This starts in attractive woodland where you can spot red squirrels, crested tits and perhaps a pine marten. However, upon reaching the lochan, the vista truly steals your attention. Many of the conifers that punctuate the woodland around Glencoe Lochan were planted in 1895 by Lord Strathcona, who was born in Scotland but emigrated to Canada at the age of 18. He returned several years later with his Canadian wife, Isabella, and they acquired Glencoe Estate, but Isabella felt homesick. Her husband tried his best to recreate the Canadian forest environment by planting a large number of trees in order for his wife to feel at home. Unfortunately the plan did not work and they both eventually returned to Canada, leaving behind a beautiful woodland legacy. Listen for the rat-tat-tat of the woodpecker, the calls of tawny owls or the rustle of undergrowth from a startled roe deer as you walk through.
Posted on: Mon, 05 Jan 2015 18:57:59 +0000
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