As the first two months of 2026 fly past, I had the green light to head to the hills. The forecast looked a bit iffy but Fort William might escape the showers. Seeing a new electric charging facility open in Fort Bill meant I wouldn’t have issues with range anxiety. Consequently, Beinn Bhan was the hill of choice. A quick up and down potentially. I arrived at Glen Loy for 0930 and although there was drizzle, I’d have views.
I walked past the fancy cottages at Inverskilavulin and started up beside the descending Allt coming down from Beinn Bhan. Some impressive pools, a fine dip on a warm day. Heading directly for the Western aspect of the Coire rim, it was a steep plod. Views opened up across to the Nevis range and directly South-West, a Fiona I have yet to do was covered in dark cloud (Stob a Ghrianain). By the time I got to the 600m mark, the clag swallowed me and it was a walk in the clouds to the summit trig. From here, I headed South and back down to the Allt, with a crossing to take me back and complete a relatively simple walk.
I was surprised at the lack of snow and there had been serious snow melt in last week. Also notable for the peace-loving US Trump to start bombing another country while being prodded by his pal. I try to remain optimistic about life but having such power-loving idiots run these countries is hugely depressing. The hills keep you sane.
