We managed to get back on our bikes yesterday morning (before the rain), and cycle a route I'd earmarked to do. Only 30 km, but fairly hilly, so a worthwhile outing.
This is taken at Cock Bridge, and thanks to Google, I can tell you that the bridge was built in the mid-eighteenth century, as part of a military road-building programme linking Coupar Angus and Fort George.
The name came from a nearby weather-vane, which once stood here and was also constructed by the soldiers. The bridge was built of rubble, and consists of a single arch crossing the Allt Bad Mhic Griogair.
The military roads linked strategic places throughout the Highlands, helping the government to control the area, and ensure that rebellious clans were subdued.
During the eighteenth century, almost one thousand miles of road were constructed in Scotland.
@casablanca It's funny. Hubby has taken on a new lease of life since he retired. I can't stop him. He used to work, work, work - and jog once a week. That was his life. Now he's squeezing something into every moment of every day. He's a new man - I can hardly keep up!!! ;-)
I am loving watching you and your husband enjoying life! Retirement is such a change of pace when it happens but can be the beginning of living life to the full and making the most of every moment! Interesting history too! Fav!
