In our next #Lochdown tour, we're showcasing Loch Voil, a beautiful loch situated in a historic area known as Rob Roy country. Rob Roy McGregor is an infamous 17th century Scottish outlaw who became immortalised as a folk hero in works by writers Sir Walter Scott and William Wordsworth. 📚 One of the country's Great Trails has been named after the 'Scottish Robin Hood' (The Rob Roy Way). The long-distance route traverses many places that were important in McGregor's life, and also crosses the Hi

What is the difference between a loch and a lake? The main distinction is where you find them! Lochs can be found in Scotland and Ireland whilst lakes are found all over the world. ‘Loch’ derives from the Gaelic languages which is why it is still in use in Scotland and Ireland today. The word ‘loch’ is believed to have been first brought to Scotland by the Gaels, a Celtic tribe who settled in Scotland, Ireland, and the Isle of Man. ‘Loch’ was used to describe the many bodies of water that are fo