Good News from the Big Freeze in Scotland
The recent freezing temperatures at the start of 2010 in Scotland are believed to have killed off a large proportion of Scotland’s midge population. It seems that midges die off in the cold. The midge larvae spend the winter months a few centimetres below ground so will have been very vulnerable to this prolonged cold spell. All of this is good news that there will be less in the summer months.
As it is, the midge is more prevalent in the west of Scotland compared to the east. So if you really don’t like midges stick to the east coast, where the cooler air from the North Sea keeps them at bay. This Unique Fishing Station near St Cyrus beach is an excellent Scottish holiday house where there is not likely to be midges. It sits high above the North Sea with superb sea views all the way down to Montrose, as well as access to its own private beach. So not only are you away from the midges, you have a place all to yourself. Ideal conditions for a perfect family holiday in Scotland.