Jackie Sheckler Finch
Founded centuries ago at the mouth of the River Dee, Footdee was a fishing village. The area had a settlement as far back as Medieval times but the village we are touring was built in the 19th century.
The village is quite small, only a few lanes, but it is historically important. The current village was designed by John Smith, the architect responsible for Balmoral Castle.
On our first shore excursion on a cruise aboard the M/V Corinthian, we headed to Footdee, Scotland. Tour guide Darryl took us on a quick tour, then gave us free time to stroll and photograph on our own.
“The fisherfolk each had a hut and a patch of land and a shed,” Darryl said. “Some fisherfolks still live here today but fishing has declined in the North Sea so Footdee is not just for fishing families anymore.”
When fishing was plentiful, fishwives would sit outside the cottages repairing nets while having a good gossip, Darryl said. The nets would make a colorful patchwork quilt spread on the grass to dry.
Today, the two-square village – called “Fittee” by locals – is mostly inhabited by people who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. I can easily understand why people would choose to live in these teeny cottages in such a peaceful village by the sea.
Photos by Jackie Sheckler Finch
A fantastic collection of photos.
Hi Jackie, this is a fun tour. Beautiful scenery with an impressive guide! Very cool!!!
Thank you, Albert! It was a glorious day!
You are always welcome, Jackie
Thanks, Albert. A great guide certainly can add so much to a fun tour!
Yeah! That is what I am talking about. It is you, Jackie! and you are welcome
That looks like a beautiful place!
Thank you, Paul! It was a glorious day!
Lovely and beautiful pictures
Thank you! Footdee is a photo delight!
Looks like a lovely place to live. Awesome post.
Thank you! Not a lot of travelers visit there so I’m glad I got to see it.
Footdee looks such a quaint little place. I’d love to visit here. The little houses are so picturesque. Scotland is somewhere I’ve never had the pleasure of visiting.
Visiting Scotland on a cruise is a wonderful way to see the country. All my tour guides have been excellent!
Love the blue picket fence. How delightful! A great post Jackie.
Thank you, Carol! The whole village is so colorful. I would love to spend a couple of nights here. Looks so peaceful!