Weather update.

Last week when we went to Aviemore to see the Cairngorm Reindeer herd - Britain's only reindeer herd - there was a good layer of snow on the tops of the Cairngorm Mountains and it was very chilly. Nearer to home we have had rain most days which is trying to turn into sleet at the moment but the temperature has not been too low for late November. Being so close to Loch Ness we are in a slightly sheltered glen and often the temperature here will be lower to that higher up. Cannot see the top of the mountains opposite as they are lost in the murky mist. Went into Inverness this morning and now all the shops are suddenly brightly decorated for the festive season. The enormous christmas tree outside Inverness Castle is in position but no fancy decor or lights yet.