The prime reason for coming to Fort William was to take the steam train trip from Fort William to Mallaig and back.  Before there was a bridge, this was the link to the ferry which departs from Mallaig to the Isle of Skye.

The steam train has gained a degree of notoriety as the Hogwart’s Express in the Harry Potter movies although the train trip is definitely not Harry Potter-themed in any way.

The train at Fort William.

Ready to go.

A stop at Glenfinnan Station.

Lots of spectacular scenery.  Some in sunshine.

Some not.

An old church which has also been used in movies.  I wonder why?

The village of Mallaig viewed from the wharf.

The harbour at Mallaig.

We had a couple of hours to wander around Mallaig at our leisure and then it was time for the return trip.

This time we were in the last carriage…