Scottish Island Adventures

The Big Light/Caledonian MacBrayne
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Scottish Island Adventures

The perfect accompaniment to travel through the Scottish Islands in the company of Coinneach Macleod, the Hebridean Baker and singer-songwriter, Natalie Galloway with special guests and places to visit. The Caledonian MacBrayne podcast ‘Scottish Island Adventures’ features some of the islands’ most unique experiences, historical landmarks, wildlife and outdoor activities. Join Coinneach and Nati as well as some familiar faces as we explore the magic of the islands on the CalMac network. ‘Scottish Island Adventures’ is perfect listening whether you’re planning your next island escape or just want to relive the magic of your last visit. For information and links to all our fantastic contributors, go to the CalMac website.

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    Colonsay - with hosts Coinneach Macleod, The Hebridean Baker and singer-songwriter Natalie Galloway.

    Scottish Island Adventures - Colonsay - with hosts Coinneach Macleod, The Hebridean Baker and singer-songwriter Natalie Galloway. Colonsay Colonsay is an island in the Inner Hebrides located north of Islay and south of Mull. It is accessible by CalMac ferry from both Islay and Oban! Colonsay is connected to a smaller island, Oronsay, on its southern end by a tidal causeway and is a rugged island where the low-lying dune grassland known as Machair produces an array of native wildflowers such as heather and wild thyme and acts as a haven for birds and insects. Colonsay Wool Growers At the very top of Colonsay lies Balnahard Farm, the home of Colonsay Wool Growers. The farm has been in the same family for generations and currently boasts over 400 locally reared wool sheep of varying Hebridean cross-breeds. The sheared wool is dyed naturally with native flora such as bog myrtle, nettle and moss to produce yarns, knitting kits, and limited edition knitwear. Colonsay Gin Colonsay Gin began in 2016 when husband and wife duo Finlay and Eileen Geekie traded the busy life of Oxfordshire for a fresh start on Colonsay. Inspired by Celtic folklore and a love of true juniper gin, they launched Colonsay Gin. Today, their gin is a nod to the wild beauty of the island and the business contributes to the island’s sustainability and future development - drawing in visitors for tours and tasting. Colonsay Black Bees Colonsay and Oronsay have a long history of traditional honey use and bee-keeping. The continued practice of native bee-keeping in small isolated pockets helps to protect and sustain the dwindling Black Bee population under threat from imported non-native honey bees, and the changing climate. The other result of the practice happens to be fragrant honey that contains all the notes of the diverse island flora providing pollen for the bees. Thank you for listening to the Caledonian MacBrayne podcast. To find out more about Scotland’s west coast islands and all topics discussed on this episode, visit the CalMac website.

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    Cumbrae - with hosts Coinneach Macleod, the Hebridean Baker, singer-songwriter Natalie Galloway, and guest Gavin Mitchell

    Cumbrae The island of Cumbrae, also known as Great Cumbrae, is Scotland’s most accessible island. An 8 minute ferry journey from Largs, it has been inhabited since the end of the last ice age, but became popular during the 20th century thanks to the Clyde paddle steamers. The main settlement on Cumbrae is the Victorian seaside town of Millport. Countless visitors take day trips from the mainland to “cycle roond Millport!”  Field Studies Council Field Studies Council Millport has a storied history as a marine research station. Now a thriving field centre, it offers accommodation and teaching spaces, making it an excellent base for environmental education and fieldwork. Visitors can head out on the research vessel Actinia to collect scientific samples or go wildlife watching, spotting dolphins, seals, and other marine life. The centre is part of Field Studies Council, a UK charity dedicated to delivering nature courses and environmental education across its 16 centres Millport Golf Club Millport Golf Club is a diverse golf course stretched across the heathland on the highest point of the Island. Founded in 1888, each hole of the club’s course has its own unique name - a nod to its long history. The course has views across the Firth of Clyde, down to Ailsa Craig and over to Bute and the looming skyline of Goatfell on Arran. Thank you for listening to the Caledonian MacBrayne podcast. To find out more about Scotland’s west coast islands and all topics discussed on this episode, visit the CalMac website.

    32 мин.
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The perfect accompaniment to travel through the Scottish Islands in the company of Coinneach Macleod, the Hebridean Baker and singer-songwriter, Natalie Galloway with special guests and places to visit. The Caledonian MacBrayne podcast ‘Scottish Island Adventures’ features some of the islands’ most unique experiences, historical landmarks, wildlife and outdoor activities. Join Coinneach and Nati as well as some familiar faces as we explore the magic of the islands on the CalMac network. ‘Scottish Island Adventures’ is perfect listening whether you’re planning your next island escape or just want to relive the magic of your last visit. For information and links to all our fantastic contributors, go to the CalMac website.

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