The moraines of Gleann Beag shape the route of the river and the road as they snake down from the ski centre at Glenshee, while the Munro of Glas Maol stands bare of snow (and trees) in early January.

Built by the Venetians in 1371-74 as a garrison to impose order on the rebellious Sfakia region, to deter pirates, and to protect Venetian nobles and their properties. The Venetians named it the Castle of St. Nikitas after the nearby church. The locals, however, who never saw it in a positive light, contemptuously dubbed it Frangokastello, meaning the Castle of the Franks (Catholic foreigners).

Inch House is a traditional early 17^th century Scottish tower house which has housed the local community centre since 1968. This image was shot for use on the community centre’s new website.

Ullswater Country Fair seems blessed with good weather every year, but it makes it hot work for the Arnison Dash Fell Race.