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We’re going to let you in one of the UK's best-kept secrets. Brimming with history, charm, and natural beauty, the South of Scotland is a fascinating and utterly irresistible visitor destination. We'll transport you back in time, to the days of the Border Reivers; Mary, Queen of Scots, and William Wallace. We'll show you how to find adventure in the great outdoors, whether on foot, horseback, or two wheels. It’s where culture starts too. Follow in the footsteps of famous designers who have been drawn to one of the world's greatest textile centres. Have we started to whet your appetite yet? If so you’ll discover why this incredible part of the country gets called "Scotland's breadbasket". It all starts right here. Subscribe and listen now, and visit http://www.scotlandstartshere (www.scotlandstartshere).com for more information.
Update frequency:
every 11 days
Average audio length:
36 minutes
English
United States
9 episodes
since Jan. 10, 2020
episodic
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Immersing yourself in thought-provoking art and literature starts here. Transport yourself to Moat Brae, the home where Peter Pan author JM Barrie used to play as a child, then on to Dumfries to take a tour of The Robert Burns Centre. Turn the page to Abbotsford, home of Sir Walter Scott before hea…
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Family adventures start here. We begin in complete darkness, star gazing at Kirroughtree Forest, part of the Galloway Dark Skies Park, in the heart of the Galloway and Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere. We then explore the adrenaline packed activities and family adventures available in our great o…
Clans, castle strongholds and ancient ancestral seats start here. Become a Border Reiver at Caerlaverock Castle. Attack the Maxwell Clan in their triangular fortress and put their intricately carved defences to the test. Then call in on the world-class Clan Armstrong Centre, lovingly restored at th…
There’s a huge movement towards agritourism, and a craving for authentic and sustainable food and drink experiences. Well, it just so happens that the very best of them start here in the South. Journey with us and you might be tempted to rustle up something delicious and local at Kirkcudbright’s St…
Farm-to-fork experiences and taste sensations start here. Whether it's a trip out in the pristine Berwickshire Marine Reserve to reel in your own fresh fish supper, an evening of exquisite locally-sourced fine dining, or a tour of old and brand-spanking new distilleries and breweries, Midlothian an…
Heritage, culture and high fashion start hereFollow in the footsteps of celebrated fashion designers to the Scottish Borders and Midlothian, and discover why it’s a global centre of textile manufacture and high fashion. You might not arrive on Concorde like Vivienne Westwood and Donna Karan used to…
Adventure starts here. The Scottish Borders and Midlothian are essential destinations for anyone who loves the great outdoors. Whether it's the peaks, glens and reservoirs of the Pentland Hills, or the world-renowned Tweed Valley trails - that are perfect for exploring, on foot, horse, or mountain …
History starts here. Episode 1 of Scotland Starts Here takes us back to the days of the wild and bloodthirsty Border Reivers, to William Wallace, and Mary, Queen of Scots. We'll whisk you away on a tour of hidden towers, majestic monuments and battle sites. You’ll discover why the famous Bear Gate…
We're here to let you in on one of the UK's best kept secrets. The Scotland Starts Here podcasts will introduce you to the natural beauty, heritage, and culture of Midlothian and the Scottish Borders. We hope to inspire you to plan your next holiday or day-trip. Visit www.scotlandstartshere.com for…
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