Visitors Book
If you have enjoyed the Glencoe website or have visited the glen or our Visitor Centre, why not leave your entry in our Visitors Book?
Post a comment / questionParachute Games
I just want to say what fun the parachute games were last Tuesday. Even a bit of drizzle didn't spoil the enjoyment for our young grandchildren. Thank you Rachel and Matt. | | From | Reply | Sent 25/07/2010 |
In love.......
Scotland has become my second home. The nature is overwhelming and the people are very kind to me. The minute I am back in Holland I become homesick. Glencoe is one of many places I am in love with. So it would not be a surprise to you that the “new” (for I have known also the old one) visitor centre has stolen my heart. In august I will be on my way to Inverness from New Castle. The first thing I could think of is “Is there time to drink a cup of tea at the visitors centre? Just to enjoy the view and the friendliness. I hope that I will continue visiting your centre for the next couple of years.
| | From | Reply | Sent 15/07/2010 |
Kindness of betty keyes
We visited this beautiful part of the world when my wife was pregnant with triplets five years ago. We were overwhelmed by the friendliness of betty when we explained that three little ones were on their way. Life changed for us forever three months on when dana had evie, kiara and matthew. We were so taken by betty and glencoe that when we stayed in Perthshire we travelled up to show her the little guys- they were ten months then. It is a fair drive from Durham up there but was well worth it. Betty made such a fuss of them and gave them bears which have the capacity for recorded messages. I did a message and tonight they asked about it all at bed time. I am sitting here watching them drifting to sleep as I type on my iPod and hope to return to the wonders of glencoe and betty one day. It would be lovely to hear from het too | | From | Reply | Sent 13/07/2010 |
glencoe
I have enjoyed very much in glencoe, very nice place, nice weather, nice people, nice nature!!! I liked it!!! | | From | Reply | Sent 01/07/2010 |
Moths...
On a walk around the trails behind the centre (Sun 23rd May 2010) spotted an interesting moth on one of the waymarkers, approx NN112575. Had a look in my ID book on return home and it was a Puss Moth (Cerura Vinula).
I'll try and put a couple of photos on your image library. | | From | Reply | Sent 27/05/2010 |
Beautiful Glencoe
Glencoe is the most beautiful place on earth. In March 1992 our brother Stuart lost his life on Bein Mor Challum. It was a very distressing time for us as he was missing for almost 12/13 weeks.Every year, as near to his anniversary as possible (weather permitting) I drive up to Glencoe and place flowers on the hill just in front of the car park and helipad. It's a great comfort and although very sad, it is very peaceful as we know how much he loved these hills. Over the years I have kept in touch with the people who helped us get through this awful time. The family can't thank the Glencoe Mountain Rescue Team, RAF Leuchers, Lossiemouth and Gannet, Heavy Walley, Ken and his late wife Helen Lindsay and Maureen of Clachaigh Inn for their support. These people are the salt of the earth and we will never forget what they did for our family. Our brothers ashes have been scattered high up in the hills by Ken, just another lovely gesture - we know this is where Stuart would have wanted his last resting place to be. This is a lovely site, keep up the good work. | | From | Reply | Sent 06/04/2010 |
Lost Ice Axe
Hi,
After a great day on Sgor na h-Ulaidh, I realised I have lost my axe...a Mountain Technology 70cm walking axe with purple leash. If anyone finds it I'd be greatful to see it again, having had it for over 20 years!
Matt. | | From | Reply | Sent 01/04/2010 |
Annual visit
We first visited the centre about 6 years ago and were enthralled by the place. Each year on our way up to Skye, this is a must stop place for us. Firstly we make our way to the viewpoint at the back of the centre and spend a while just taking in the magnificent view. We dont speak - that would spoil it, just sitting a while and enjoying the looks on the faces of first time visitors. Then we stop in the cafe for refreshments - always nice, friendly staff. Finally we pop into the shop for our postcards and a few souveniers. Its now become our annual pilgrimage. What a magnificent place...well doen to all involved | | From | Reply | Sent 29/03/2010 |
Homage
I first went to Glencoe three years ago as a promise to my late father Archibald to find out where my family came from and I did .By golly what a feeling of being home yet extreme sadness but I go back every year since ,what a display the centre has it tell the visitor so much not only the about the massacre but also flora and fauna neither of whom are relatives.Definately a must for visitors.Also a must is CULLODEN for an insight of the bravery of the Clans stealth weapons versus farm implements.final words stop off and see on your route through to history | | From | Reply | Sent 04/11/2009 |
help with adding images
Hi,
I tried to add image but I don't know how to do this
Can anyone be kind to tell me how?
thanks a lot | | From | Reply | Sent 17/10/2009 |
Re:- help with adding images
Hi Kondomi,
I've had a look at the website and copied the following paragraph here for you. It should be straight forward, I'm reallly sorry if it hasn't. Anyway, please follow these instructions and thos on the "Image Library" page. Hopefully this will get you through.
All the best
Scott McCombie
Property Manager
NTS Glencoe.
To upload a new picture to the Glencoe Image Library, please read the following instructions.
Firstly, please note that the picture must have been taken by you or you must have the permission of the copyright holder. Once you have uploaded the picture the copyright still belongs to you (or the current owner), although you should understand that images on the internet can easily be duplicated and used by others.
Secondly, ensure that your image has been saved on your computer in the following format - it should be a .jpg, with a maximum width of 640px and less than 60k in filesize.
If you are happy with the above, you can use the form below to browse for your image on your computer's hard drive, and then click the upload button. Once you do this you will then see a form which will allow you to enter your details and information about the photograph. Shortly thereafter an editor will check your submission and make it live.
Please note that not all pictures may be published - the editor may decide that the picture is not applicable to this site, or duplicates a picture already there. We'll try to keep you informed whatever we do. | | From | Reply | Sent 20/10/2009 |
Video on Glencoe Massacre
I visited Glencoe 2 years ago and whilst there came to the visitors centre. There was an exhibit (I would assume a permanent one but I really don't know. I live in Australia so there's absolutely no chance of me having a quick visit to check, unfortunately!) there about the Glencoe Massacre and showing was a video about it. I'm doing a speech on the massacre in my history class and I'd be interested in finding out the name of the documentary so I can credit it as a resource. (I'd also like to credit the exhibit in general but I have no clue as to how I'd go about doing that).
Well, anyway, any assistance is appreciated. I've had a brief look around for this video's name but I assume there's a few documentaries on the events so I wouldn't know which one to add in my bibliography.
Thanks in advance! | | From | Reply | Sent 13/10/2009 |
Re:- Video on Glencoe Massacre
Hi Fiona,
I'm afraid the video in our exhibition isn't commercially available. We had it specially made for us. It was produced by an Interpretation Company called "StudioArc" in Edinburgh, and it was Written by Dr Fiona Watson. She was the main speaker on the video, and is Professor of History at Stirling University.
I hope this is enough for you to use as credits, but if not please get back to me, since she has written a book on the history of Scotland and you may be able to find that and use that as a creditable source instead.
Good Luck
Scott McCombie
Property Manager
NTS Glencoe | | From | Reply | Sent 20/10/2009 |
Re:- Video on Glencoe Massacre
Thank you very much, your reply was very useful and your information is enough for me to credit.
Also, I'll keep an eye out for her book!
Thanks again! | | From Fiona | Reply | Sent 24/10/2009 |
Jan Hamilton exhibition
Hello,
we've visited your Glencoe visitor centre just one week ago, and I just wanted so say Thank you for the idea with the Devil's Staircase walk. That was wonderful!! I've liked Jan Hamiltons photo exhibition very much and showed the little pic on this site to my daughter. Does Jan Hamilton have a homepage, or do you have a link to see more of these images? Would be nice if you let me know. Thank you! Kind regards from Germany. | | From Silvia | Reply | Sent 16/07/2009 |
Hey together
Great Website! | | From | Reply | Sent 11/07/2009 |
Creag Dhu group photo
My late husband Leslie James Stevenson spent many glorious weekends in Glencoe in the late 1950's.Last summer I spent an overnight at the Kingshouse hotel and saw the group photo of some of the Creag dhu climbers in the bar. The young guy smoking left of centre bears a close resemblance to Les Stevenson but the names printed below the picture are not the same.Could anyone please tell me if this is or isn't LES? He would have been dead chuffed to be on that photo in Glencoe. The Craig dhu climbers used to call him and his friend (the chap centre right with the cap) 'ra boys'.If anyone knows anyone who might know PLEASE get in touch. | | From | Reply | Sent 11/06/2009 |
Re:- Creag Dhu group photo
If anyone can help Ena Stevenson please get in touch with her! | | From NTS Ranger Team | Reply | Sent 19/06/2009 |
Re:- Creag Dhu group photo
creag dhu photo, by TOMMY PAUL<"2nd from rt,in 1957 or 1958,new years break. tommy was en route to the gairngorms with the 2 young guys ,extreme left,next is jim ? corbett, ie AHABS(bert) brother ,then harry mckay,bill smith behind smoker, sadly i cant id the smoker?? DRESSED TO LOOK THE PART,is jhonny cunningham.. pretending to have an ALPENSTALK,behind him mysulf..balloch jack, then tommy ,who lives in newtonmore | | From balloch jack | Reply | Sent 17/06/2010 |
Wow
We visited Glencoe last year and fell in love with the place. The place is very knowledgeable and full of interesting historical information. Glencoe is a very surreal place and would quite happily spend the rest of my life there. My family and i are intending on visiting Glencoe again. It is beautiful whether it's raining or sunny. It's stunning all the same. | | From | Reply | Sent 18/05/2009 |
Walks suitable for little explorers
We are looking forward to staying in Glencoe for a week from Sat 16th May and wondered if there are any walks nearby that my husband and I can enjoy with our two year old son? | | From | Reply | Sent 13/05/2009 |
Re:- Walks suitable for little explorers
Hi,
There are many low level walks in the area that are suitable for walking with young children. There are trails around the Visitor Centre, some in the An Torr woodland (about 2miles from the visitor centre), some in Glencoe Village (Forestry comission - Lochan Trails) and others in the area. I would advise popping into the visitor centre at the start of your trip and talking to one of our rangers on the information desk(in the main reception area of the visitor centre). They'll be able to give you some ideas of places to go and what is suitable with a young child. I hope you enjoy your trip to Glencoe. | | From NTS Rangers | Reply | Sent 13/05/2009 |
Re:- Walks suitable for little explorers
Thanks for getting back to me. We've had a lovely week in Glencoe. We did a couple of your suggested walks - around the visitor centre and Lochan trail where Alex loved seeing the ducks and splashing in the puddles. We've had a fantastic time and look forward to going to the An Torr Woodland on our next visit. | | From | Reply | Sent 26/05/2009 |
Moths and Birds
How fantastic getting the photo of the emperor moth laying its eggs recently. I keep looking on cuckoo flowers for the orange eggs of the orange tip butterflies about now.
I am disappointed not being able to come to the bird day on Sat. May 9th but unfortunately it clashes with the Appin Historical Society's outing to Shuna Island.
| | From | Reply | Sent 07/05/2009 |
Re:- Moths and Birds
Hi Sallie,
It really was fantastic to be able to watch the emperor moth lay her eggs. We must have stopped to watch for almost half an hour! Sorry you couldn't make the BTO bird day on Saturday. It was very good, but also very wet. I think the BTO are running the same course later in the year in the Inverness area. See there website for more details: www.bto.org.uk
Rachel | | From Rachel | Reply | Sent 13/05/2009 |
Looking forward to visit in May 2009
My wife and I will be celebrating our 50th Anniversary in Scotland this coming May. We love the country and have been there 8 times. Have never been to this area but certainly look forward to seeing the beauty tht Scotland has to offer in and around Glencoe. If there is any special place to visit I would appreciate knowing. We will be passing through and only spending a few hours as we head towards the most Northern Highlands. | | From | Reply | Sent 18/12/2008 |
Re:- Looking forward to visit in May 2009
Well Glencoe is certainly a special place! There is some fantastic mountain scenery to be seen in and around Glencoe, and some lovely walks that could easily fill a few hours. If you come to the Glencoe Visitor Centre and visit the Ranger Desk they will help you find a walk to suit your needs and help you with any other information you wish to know about the local area. | | From NTS Rangers | Reply | Sent 19/12/2008 |
Volunteers
Just wanted to say hello to my brother Chris Jones who is currently a volunteer up in Glencoe. We are all very envious and very proud of you Chris.Enjoy and try and keep warm!!! | | From | Reply | Sent 20/11/2008 |
it was great
we vitit glencoe 2006 in June, it was amezing. I look for pikture and information from this aeria. we miss clencoe and we come back. But we have now a dog, is it a problem to find B+B ore a caraven space? | | From | Reply | Sent 20/11/2008 |
Re:- it was great
It is no problem to have a dog and stay at the Clachaigh Inn, i am staying there with my dog in January | | From N | Reply | Sent 25/11/2008 |
Glencoe Is AMAZING
Visited Scotland in August 2008...GLENCOE was my favorite. Absolutely stunning. Visitor center was very nice w/ nice retail shops. | | From | Reply | Sent 01/09/2008 |
A look ahead
Very good site! Made me anxious to be there on July 29th. | | From | Reply | Sent 23/07/2008 |
Percy Unna
Can you tell me where Percy Unna is buried? | | From | Reply | Sent 17/07/2008 |
Re:- Percy Unna
Hi, Thanks for your question. We are not sure where Percy Unna is buried, but we will try and do some research and find out. If we find the answer we will post it here. | | From Rachel | Reply | Sent 21/07/2008 |
Re:- Percy Unna
Hi,
Percy Unna is buried in the cemetery in just north of Oban off the A85. I hope this helps. Rachel | | From Rachel | Reply | Sent 23/07/2008 |
We Love Betty
We first visited Glencoe in July 2006, unfortunately my daughter Shannon suffers from serious seizures and whilst we were there, she took a really bad one. We were seriously concerned and rang our local hospital back in Liverpool, but they advised us to nurse her through it. We called in to the visitors centre, but Shanny was really out of things, that's when we met Betty.
Betty was so caring and helpful, she actually got shanny to snap out of the seizure and for that we will be eternally grateful. Betty was an absolute credit to Scotland, so last Summer we decided to return to Glencoe on our way to Skye. Shannon wanted to call in and thank Betty in person, so she did. Betty was brilliant, she remembered Shannon and bought her a Highland Cow cuddly from the shop. She even promised to name a new calf after Shannon. Betty kept her promise and this week sent Shannon a picture of her new born calf.
I want to thank Betty and just let everyone know about this caring and wonderful lady. Thank You Betty, you will always be in our hearts, not only that, but we will be returning to Glencoe later this year, all due to Betty. I think that when people get awards, people like Betty should be top of the list, she is number one on our list every time. | | From | Reply | Sent 20/04/2008 |
Comment
I wanted to spend a day in Glencoe,
on our way home from Inverness we planned to stop for lunch and a easy
short walking trail, see the Visitor Center and enjoy the views. We got in
an accident before Ft. William and were
delayed and did not get to Glencoe until around 6:00PM. I was knocked out
with the views, but could not find my
camera, so I had to borrow friends who
were with me, so I did not take many pics, but I just stood there and took in the views, we stopped many places
on A82 along Loch Leven, what a beautiful area, I someday hope to come back and spend more time in the Glencoe area, do some trails, take lots of pics, meanwhile I have the many sites like yours to look at everyday. Thank you, untill....... | | From | Reply | Sent 18/02/2008 |
Caledonian forest seedlings are they available to buy
I visited Glencoe a few years ago and was interested in the way you were growing from seeds collected from the ancient forest and you mentioned that maybe some saplings might be available to buy. How far along are you in this venture? Are any saplings ready? I for one would love to plant something in my garden from the ancient forests of Scotland bringing them into Edinburgh.
in anticipation Revmac | | From | Reply | Sent 11/09/2007 |
Re:- Caledonian forest seedlings are they available to buy
We have a variety of seedlings available to buy. Please ask at the visitor centre on your next visit or telephone us on 01855 811307 | | From | Reply | Sent 24/09/2007 |
Re:- Caledonian forest seedlings are they available to buy
Seedlings up and running Just bought 2 scots pine 1ft high seedlings
Also had a fab time on ranger safari with Jonny McDonald
Best wishes Clare | | From | Reply | Sent 12/07/2008 |
Thank you
I came with my family to Glencoe this last week and joined the Safari with Scott and Brian on thursday. I would just like to say thankyou for a wonderful and unforgettable experience. It was a privilage to see often un seen places in the area and to learn so much about the flora and forna and geology. It was a delight and I thank you so much for a special experience and day. Thank you to Scott for his wealth of knowledge and taking care of us all throughout the trip. | | From | Reply | Sent 01/07/2007 |
Re:- Thank you
We're so glad you enjoyed the event. Thank you for your comments. | | From | Reply | Sent 24/09/2007 |
Hi!!! Excellent resource you've got here!!! Will definately be back!!!
| | From | Reply | Sent 23/02/2007 |
Guided Walks?
Hi...
I'll be visiting Glencoe this June and I was wondering if you offered ranger-guided walks of the area.
Many Thanks!! | | From | Reply | Sent 03/12/2006 |
Re:- Guided Walks?
Hi Lori,
If you take a look at our 'what's on' link on the website you can view all our ranger led activities and events for the year!
Hope this helps. | | From | Reply | Sent 14/03/2006 |
Thank you and keep up the excellent page.
Your site is very informative, interesting and a certain daily visit for critical weather information. Thank you. | | From | Reply | Sent 22/06/2006 |
"A great wee site, I live 100 miles away in Ayrshire but the site keeps me informed about my favourite place on earth.Keep up the good work."
05 January 2006
| | From Jim Brown | Reply | Sent 01/06/2006 |
Phenomenon
on the 28th of january 2006 I was on stob dearg in glen coe, the sun came out behind me at the glen etive side and cast a shadow onto the mist at the kingshouse side. I appeared to have a rainbow circle round my shadow. I have read about this before but cant remember the proper title for it. It was "Magical". The views when the mist lifted was excellent, I did.nt want to come down. | | From | Reply | Sent 29/01/2006 |
Re:- Phenomenon
What you saw is called a 'brocken spectre' and is a rare phenomenon, people used to think this was a ghost on the hills. Michael McGregor has a fantastic photograph of this in his exhibition thats well worth a look! | | From | Reply | Sent 30/01/2006 |
My Father's Home
Buchaille Etive Mor is breath taking. My Father, "Wee Sammy Smith" climbed this mountain time after time as a young man. Sam passed away in February 15, 1992. His ashes are now on the top of this mountain. I visited the site a few years back and I have to say, Glenco and the Buchaille Etive Mor are absolutely, "Heaven". I am happy that this was is final resting place. | | From | Reply | Sent 28/01/2006 |
Dragon enquiry!
Recently here at Glencoe we received an enquiry from Richard in Holland. We were asked about Beithar the dragon who once lived in the area. Now, our information about Beither is a little slight just at the minute; does anyone have any further information about the beast? | | From | Reply | Sent 23/01/2006 |
Language
Your site is presented very well, but you should be embarassed that Gaelic is not included. | | From | Reply | Sent 12/05/2005 |
Re:- Language
I think that the NTS should be proud of bringing a good site together and looking forward to building on the back of this, perhaps including Gaelic, rather than regretting this accomplishment. One step at a time. | | From | Reply | Sent 01/06/2006 |
Re:- Language
Thanks Brian
You've echoed our thoughts exactly! The NTS is currently working to develop and implement a Gaelic policy and something we aspire to doing is translating this site in the future. But in the meantime if there’s anyone out there who’d like to help out with a translation, then please get in touch.
Fiona Chalmers – Property Manager
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