Scotland Starts Here
By Visit South Scotland
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.
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Art and Literature
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 t… -
Families Outdoors
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... -
Ancestry and Castles
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... -
Rural Heritage
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... -
Food and Drink
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... -
Art and Textiles
Heritage, culture and high fashion start here Follow 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... -
Active and Outdoors
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... -
History, Heritage and the Border Reivers
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 battl… -
Introduction
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.…
