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Episode 22

Episode 22 of 26

A special programme from the Isle of Raasay. Dougie uncovers the lost history of the landowner involved in slavery, while Anne celebrates the centenary of Gaelic poet Sorley MacLean.

A special programme about the Isle of Raasay, an island 13 miles long and situated between Skye and the mainland.

Dougie uncovers the lost history of the landowner who bought Raasay with money made from the slave trade, while Anne discovers the places that inspired Gaelic poet Sorley MacLean, one of the most influential writers of the Scottish Renaissance. Meanwhile, Christine takes a boat trip to catch sight of the white tailed sea eagle and finds out about the conflict with local sheep farmers.

28 minutes

Last on

Mon 22 Nov 2021 19:30

Credits

Role Contributor
Presenter Dougie Vipond
Series Producer Laura Mitchell
Executive Producer Deirdre Devlin

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