Halcyon in Scotland

By May the days are longer in the Northern latitudes, so it may be late evening before your whisky glows amber in the setting sun. Halcyon will head for the highlands of Scotland where the mountains touch the sea. Here where the light and colours are ever changing, a rain squall creates the mood for a painting rather than annoyance at getting wet. The dark outline of mountains and islands form a backdrop beyond sparkling seas which are breath taking. Sea Eagles live on Mull, otters play in the mainland lochs and the deep channels between the Western Isles of Scotland and Hebrides are route ways for minke whales, dolphins and porpoises. The whisky tastes like it belongs to the land and sea and after pulling on Halcyon’s blocks and tackles in the fresh sea air you will feel part of this rugged landscape.

Sail under the famous Cullin ridge of Skye, feel the ghosts in Canna’s stone roofed chapel, touch the ancient carvings in Iona’s monastery, or visit one of the many island whisky distilleries to tap the taste at source. The choice of anchorages is endless. The energetic can climb to the highest point ashore and look down on Halcyon in splendid isolation in perfect natural anchorages that south coast sailors can only dream of. Self sufficient aboard your floating home; you can relax snugly in front of the wood burning stove and wait for supper with an appetite as large as the hills.