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Scotland Starts Here

Scotland Starts Here

Written by: Visit South Scotland
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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.Copyright South of Scotland Destination Alliance Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary World
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  • Art and Literature

    Art and Literature
    May 11 2021
    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 heading to Kirkcudbright, a shining light for Scottish artists of past and present in the South of Scotland. Our final chapter takes you to Wigtown, home of the famous Wigtown Book Festival, full of its eclectic mix of independent bookshops. You’ll be inspired the second you tap play. So, don’t forget to visit www.scotlandstartshere.com
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    47 mins
  • Families Outdoors

    Families Outdoors
    Apr 26 2021
    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 outdoors. From zip-lining during the night or day at Go Ape in the Glentress Forest, to our world-famous mountain biking tracks, there’s plenty to get the heart-rate going. After all that adrenaline, we escape to the exotic plants, palm trees and ferns of Logan Botanic Gardens. And relax. All you have to do is tap play to transport yourself to Scotland’s playground in the South of Scotland – and don’t forget to visit www.scotlandstartshere.com
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    42 mins
  • Ancestry and Castles

    Ancestry and Castles
    Apr 12 2021
    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 the imposing Gilnockie Tower.

    Spend time with Scouse storyteller Steve - whose life was transformed after his ancestral voyage to Sorbie Tower. And join him on his quest to return the site to former glory.

    Finally - rejoice in song as Wullie Beattie performs the Ballad of Johnnie Armstrong.

    You’ll be roaming the South of Scotland the second you tap play. Listen and find yourself at Scotland’s first lines of defence - and visit scotlandstartshere.com
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    47 mins
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