I wanted to share a wee memory. At the time of typing this blog I believe it took place around 2018-ish and involved a tourist looking nervously in our direction.
The gentleman in question had noted that we were pulling up in to our designated parking space (as we had been shopping in the local coastal town of Wick).
The eager individual made himself known as we sat there contemplating what it was he was going to say. Usually when we are approached by tourists, the conversation mostly contains references to directions to the Whaligoe Steps.
On this occasion (which is why it is so memorable) the gentleman advised us that we had mistakenly parked in a local resident’s parking space. He looked suitably concerned and for a moment we were taken off guard.
Amusingly and warmly we responded by saying that we were indeed the residents who lived within the property in which the parking space had been allocated.
Maybe a mild blush from all concerned and then we parted ways most amicably.
Thank you to the individual concerned for being so attentive and readily at hand to share such observation. It was appreciated and proved how thoughtful some people can be.
Below is a photo I stumbled across taken from the top of the Whaligoe Steps. Don’t look down if you have a fear of heights.
These photos were taken in the very early hours of August 15th, 2021. They share with you a risk to be aware of.
Due to the volume of visitors at this time, it could prove fundamentally dangerous if irresponsible behaviour like throwing these objects was to continue. All that is needed is a little consideration for the wellbeing of others.
At the time of writing, the Mason as you can witness is still in the motions of maintenance and repair of the Whaligoe Steps, so please keep this in mind.
Take care and be safe.
Sign advising visitors to not throw stones/rocks
Example of loose stones/rocks on Steps
More loose stones/rocks on Steps Charlie clearly shares information about loose rocks/stones on the Steps
The photo shows a car park that is certainly busy. On the right hand side is a little space which homes a large cone and a couple of makeshift buckets with reflective tape stuck on them. If you look carefully there is also a hint of a white painted line. That painted line is part of “No 4” which informs visitors that the parking space is designed for a local resident.
Thanks to this photograph, you will note that the local resident cannot get in to their parking space or under this duress leave the parking space either if that was applicable. This occurrence at certain times of year are commonplace which you will witness in future blogs.
(What you will not be able to decipher is that the resident has to park their vehicle about a quarter to half a mile away due to the events).
Also note how close the red car nearest to us in this photo is parked in relation to the wall. The wall has been newly repaired and rebuilt due to property damage. More on this in a future blog.
Campervans are impressive vehicles and there are a few in this photo. Size-wise they are quite a sight on the local country roads here in Caithness.
