The Wombat does Edinburgh

The Wombat jumped at the chance of joining a research trip heading out to Edinburgh, since he's pretty handy with a pencil. Plus he loves a bit of culture...

Despite the weather, he loved the old streets and buildings and had a trip on an Edinburgh bus.

He managed to visit the National Library and the National Gallery, and had a sneaking peek at the Hon Mrs Graham by Gainsborough. He also spotted the statue of the Three Graces - bad Wombat, his eyes nearly popped out of his head!

Thankfully he took a nice break for lunch in the park.



And last, but not least, he insisted on posing with the Duke of Wellington. The Wombat would like to pop back again soon to see the whole of the Goya Exhibition apparently...

More Scottish castles

Having acquired a taste for touring Scottish castles, The Wombat begged to be taken to see Fyvie Castle. Unfortunately, it was a very rainy day, but The Wombat happily wandered around the castle and gardens.



He did find the gate from the gardens to the house a bit of a struggle, plus the walk up the drive was a bit much for his little legs, so his human friends carried him the rest of the way.




The Wombat definitely preferred to watch and listen to the big thunderstorm (complete with fork lightning) from the castle's Dining Room. The castle was lived in until 1985, and has lots of history. It also has a ghost called Dame Lilias Drummond, although The Wombat couldn't manage to find her. He did like the comfy Billiard Room, with a big fire, and asked if he could come back to stay overnight one day.

The Wombat was also lucky enough to get a quick peek at Haddo House, which is not far from Fyvie Castle.


But after a quick amble around, and an unfortunate incident with an antique cannon, he became quite tired and was ready to go home.

The Wombat at Castle Fraser

The Wombat arrived in Scotland just in time for the weekend, and was treated to a behind-the-scenes tour of Castle Fraser. He was able to pose for a few photos at the front and in the Courtyard, but particularly enjoyed his time in the shop. Does The Wombat carry a wallet?


The Wombat also discovered the Whisky selection. Fortunately the day was saved after a reminder that he was not old enough to purchase it.


He did however, have enough charm to make some new friends.


The Wombat also discovered that he had developed a taste for Scottish castles...

What does a Wombat wear under his kilt?

As a teaser for the forthcoming posts about The Wombat's visit to Scotland, here he is acclimatising...