Scottish Cruise

[Mrs V8 HSV]

Roll up ... Roll up ...
Will and I are off to Scotland in September
This isnt a maybe, its a DEFINATELY willbe!
We are hoping to meet up with Jeff in Orkney
It would be nice to meet up with some other beast (HSV or Monaro) owners while we are there
If you cant make it, just put your car on autopilot, and send it
I look forward to seeing you there

[V6 JDT]

Look forward to seeing you both . Let me know if you need any info on accommodation, ferries etc.
Come on the rest of you. Where's your sense of adventure?

[AMD87]

if your in central scotland any time near Thursday the 13th,why not swing by knockhill for the hot marques night?

[Mrs V8 HSV]

Hi Jeff

Some assistance on accomodation would be good, Will is keen on photography especially landscapes while I prefer to be near beaches, but from your pics, the island can accomodate both of us at the same time
Everyone, I thought might be interested in a trip to Orkney seems to have gone into hibernation, but we will be there during the first week in September

Unfortunately we wont be able to attend Knockhill, we will be in Glasgow on 01 / 02

[V6 JDT]

Mrs V8 HSV said:

Hi Jeff

Some assistance on accomodation would be good, Will is keen on photography especially landscapes while I prefer to be near beaches, but from your pics, the island can accomodate both of us at the same time
Everyone, I thought might be interested in a trip to Orkney seems to have gone into hibernation, but we will be there during the first week in September

Unfortunately we wont be able to attend Knockhill, we will be in Glasgow on 01 / 02

YHM via smartarse e mail

[well_fans]

sure I can make it along to see you at some point on your trip north, don't know about a run to Orkney but I'll see how time allows. Sure bigwheel (Ron) will try make it along for a chat as well.

[V8HSV]

Well we are both going to the Scottish Highlands again and this time our destination will be the Orkney Isle where we intend to spend a few days and meet up with Jeff (V6 JDT) who is an Orkney resident.

We will spend the weekend in Glasgow & then head north on the Monday with an over night stay in Inverness. On the Tuesday head north destined to catch the ferry to Orkney just after lunch on the Tuesday, ferry takes about 60-90 mins. We then intend to stay Tuesday & Wednesday night on Orkney catching the ferry back to the mainland on Thursday morning. Then the plan is to drive south to Fort William for an overnight stay. On Friday we then drive south for home with the possibility of an overnight stay on the Friday en route for home arriving back on the south coast very late Friday night or during Saturday.

Would be great if there are any other like minded people who want to explore the Highlands and take their Australian born machinery on tour too; however what car you take is not important as this will be a holiday and not a promotional tour for any car maker or franchise so anyone is welcome to join in the fun.

Booking accommodation in Glasgow, Inverness & Orkney is freely available on the web and so is the ferry operator (Scabster to Stronmess) & lots of links can be supplied if requested.

The date is set for the first week in September (kids back to school) and obviously won’t necessarily suit everyone but hopefully might be of interest to some.

Holiday plan

Mon 03/09 Leave Glasgow mid morning, arriving Inverness mid afternoon
Tues 04/09 Leave Inverness to catch ferry arriving in Orkney mid afternoon
Weds 05/09 Orkney
Thurs 06/09 Leave Orkney arriving back on mainland just after lunch
Fri 07/09 Explore the Highlands

The ferry for car & two adults return is £115 to £140
Petrol around £300 return from S Coast
Accommodation £50 to £75+ per night based on 2 people
Estimated cost without main meals & refreshments circa £600-700+

Ferry advert:
www.northlinkferries.co.uk/TV-Advert/nlf-thirty-large.wmv
Views of Orkney
www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIuquAxfL1A

Edited by V8HSV on Thursday 5th July 11:24

[AMD87]

just wondering where abouts in glasgow will you be?

since the car you have basicly is what got me into aussie cars in the first place (01 GTS-R) would be a dream to see one in the metal if thats ok?

[V8HSV]

AMD87 said:

just wondering where abouts in glasgow will you be?

since the car you have basicly is what got me into aussie cars in the first place (01 GTS-R) would be a dream to see one in the metal if thats ok?

Nothing booked yet, will advise & yes you are most welcome to have a gander, more than likely going to be central Gasgow.

[tzh]

Be good to meet like minded people as you drive thru. If someone sorts out a route n times etc I'll drive over n take some piccies. Dont see many others round these parts

[V6 JDT]

well_fans said:

sure I can make it along to see you at some point on your trip north, don't know about a run to Orkney but I'll see how time allows. Sure bigwheel (Ron) will try make it along for a chat as well.

Get on up Bob. You know how good the roads are up North. Plus I must treat you and Deanne to dinner See if Ron can make it too.
BO55 VXR. Are you up for a trip north too Chris??
Caspy. Good chance to take that VXR8 a decent spin and get a few viewings in on the way up.

[V8HSV]

AMD87 said:

just wondering where abouts in glasgow will you be?

since the car you have basicly is what got me into aussie cars in the first place (01 GTS-R) would be a dream to see one in the metal if thats ok?

Tulip Hotel in Central Glasgow Sat & Sun 1st & 2nd September

[greens vauxhall]

V6 JDT said:

well_fans said:

sure I can make it along to see you at some point on your trip north, don't know about a run to Orkney but I'll see how time allows. Sure bigwheel (Ron) will try make it along for a chat as well.

Get on up Bob. You know how good the roads are up North. Plus I must treat you and Deanne to dinner See if Ron can make it too.
BO55 VXR. Are you up for a trip north too Chris??
Caspy. Good chance to take that VXR8 a decent spin and get a few viewings in on the way up.

Would love to Bob, but Goodwood revival meet scheduled and a bloody wedding!!!

[Windy Miller]

V8HSV said:

The ferry for car & two adults return is £115

Not sure where you got that from! If you are going on the Scrabster to Stromness boat, they will fleece you for £140.16 for 2 adults and a car travelling return in September!

You would be much cheaper (£104 for 2 adults and car return) on the short ferry from Gills to St Margarets Hope They also have a cheaper off season fare, but not sure if that kicks in as early as September...

Its also shorter trip (just over 1 hour) than the Stromness boat, and runs up in the shelter of Scapa Flow - Handy for those of you without sealegs, who might find the open sea to the west of Orkney a bit lumpy for your liking in September! You'll also pass John o Groats on the way to the ferry, for the inevitable photoshoot!

[V8HSV]

Thanks Windy Miller for the information, the 'Mrs' would not appreciate a rough crossing so the more sheltered & quicker crossing the better & have ammended my post above to include your reccomendation which is apreciated.

[AMD87]

V8HSV said:

Tulip Hotel in Central Glasgow Sat & Sun 1st & 2nd September

know it well,right across the road from my old college

[AMD87]

had a nosey down at the hotel today at around 3ish and again just after midnight but couldnt see the car

[V8HSV]

Appologies, a recent heart attack put paid to my plans, not allowed to drive till the 24th which is killing me (pun intended), you won't see me light a a fag or spliff ever again.....

[well_fans]

glad to hear you're "ok" Will and around to talk about it. Take it easy and hopefully we'll all see you at the Thruxton meet if you're fit for it.

[greens vauxhall]

V8HSV said:

Appologies, a recent heart attack put paid to my plans, not allowed to drive till the 24th which is killing me (pun intended), you won't see me light a a fag or spliff ever again.....

Get well soon!!