Category Archives: Scotland

An Afternoon in Lancaster, then home to…

Posted on May 19, 2012 by Hector

Simon was on the platform to greet us, for once I was not The Hector The Three Mariners was the first port of call.  Simon, Brother-in-Law of the absent Jonathan,  was insistent that we appreciate the Kultur of Lancaster.  The … Continue reading →

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The Larbert Ale Fest

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Hector

March Madness was how Scotrail described their offer which let our group of mostly Glasgow CAMRA members take the 15.18 from Glasgow Queen St to Larbert at half price.  We need more discounts like this in our fair land.  We … Continue reading →

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The Staggs, again, so soon.

Posted on February 11, 2012 by Hector

A day and a night in Musselburgh We take our Bier seriously. The title of this Blog should be sufficient a give-away to the fact that we will travel within reason, and within acceptable economic parameters, to consume the best … Continue reading →

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The monthly trip to The Staggs in Musselburgh

Posted on January 28, 2012 by Hector

It is written, we shall go to The Staggs (aka The Volunteer Arms) once a month.  The reason is simple; Nigel the Landlord will put on the best Light, Hoppy Ale that he can get his hands on.  Not only … Continue reading →

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It’s Tropical (almost) in Aberdeen

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Hector

It is written that at this time of year, Hector will drive Marg to the land of her birth, following a star to the north.  Aberdeen is usually cold, a certain bedroom where we reside is colder still, indeed the … Continue reading →

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The Staggs – Making Plans with Nigel

Posted on November 19, 2011 by Hector

We enjoyed ourselves so much at The Staggs aka The Volunteer Arms on our last visit we promised ourselves a return. Nigel, Mein Host, evidently appreciates all that is currently splendid about British Ale. ‘Tell me when you are next … Continue reading →

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The Bon Accord winds up Hector

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Hector

Hector’s Ale Being a Professional, Hector does not consume Ale midweek. This did not prevent the biggest wind up in the history of the Bon Accord. Thanks, Paul. This is the photo that was posted on Facebook/Twitter today. My own … Continue reading →

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The Staggs Bar, Musselburgh

Posted on August 13, 2011 by Hector

The Friends of Hector dared to go on a trip whilst I was in Greece having my possessions stolen. They had such a pleasant day in Musselburgh and Leith that a return visit was called for.  They couldn’t have enjoyed … Continue reading →

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