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24.08.13 The Swifts left for South Africa on 14.08.13, the Swallows are on their second broods and so are the new additions of the House Martins. First Spotted Flycatcher spotted (!) at the top of our drive a few days … Continue reading →

3.08.13 I have just watched a baby swallow fly for its first time. As it took off it was mobbed by lots of swallows or so I thought, but they all seemed to enjoy its first flight and stayed with … Continue reading →

3.08.13 Further to my post in June, I am pleased to be able to direct anyone interested to the Gallery. Here – if I can remember how to do it! – you should be able to see pictures of our … Continue reading →

13.06.13 It’s been a busy few months here at McMurdoston. The building works are going well, despite a difficult start in March’s horrendous weather. Now early Summer has definitely arrived – very late but very welcome – and the progress … Continue reading →

28.02.13 At last we have planning permission to convert one of the steading buildings at McMurdoston. One day soon this lovely old building will take on a new shape as two self-contained holiday cottages, sleeping four a-piece and will give … Continue reading →

1.11.12 McMurdoston’s three apple trees have borne fruit in enormous quantity. After a great deal of research we think we have an Epicure, a Lord Derby and a White Melrose, although we’re still unsure as to whether one of them … Continue reading →

4.10.12 Just had a great day at Jericho Loch – had 8 trout to 19 1/2 pounds. My mate James had 3 trout to 17 1/2 pounds  – his biggest was 12 1/2 pounds.  All in 5 hours. What a … Continue reading →

2.09.12 An osprey flew on the thermals over McMurdoston House on its way back to South Africa. So nice to see. 6.09.12 I had my first attempt at fly fishing at Jericho Loch – so many people to help me … Continue reading →

The Tough Mudder event was held in July this year at Drumlanrig Castle and a few of the competitors stayed with us here.

First half-decent photo taken with Nikon bridge camera… still practising!