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S2 Solway Firth Stories: Alistair Braidwood’s Annan Anecdotes
In this episode Dawn is joined by Alistair from the Scots Whay Hae podcast to discuss his favourite place in Scotland: Annan and the Solway Firth, located in south-west Scotland in Dumfries and Galloway.
Alistair shares nostalgic memories of his childhood holidays in Annan, highlighting its charming countryside,
historical significance, and local culture. He reminisces about cycling through quiet streets, playing in fields, and enjoying fish and chips. The conversation also touches on Annan's efforts to revitalise itself as a tourist destination,
with events like the Annan Harbour Festival and the town's rich history. Tune in for a delightful journey through Annan's past and present, filled with personal anecdotes and cultural insights.
FEATURED:
Alistair- Scots Whay Hae
SHOW NOTES:
cluarantonn.com/scottishdigest/alistair
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00: Introduction by Dawn
00:01:00: Clip from Scots Whay Hae Podcast
00:01:54: Dawn Welcomes Alistair
00:06:01: Alistair's Favourite Place in Scotland: Annan
00:08:09: Childhood Memories in Annan
00:09:16: Recent Visit to Annan
00:10:36: Beaches in Annan
00:11:48: Historical Railway Viaduct
00:13:08: Annan's Red Sandstone Buildings
00:14:00: Robert Burns' Connection to Annan
00:15:13: Pagani's Fish and Chip Shop
00:16:02: Staying with Family in Annan
00:16:42: Travel Time to Annan
00:17:20: Scenic Routes to Annan
00:18:04: Childhood Activities in Annan
00:19:26: Walking Routes in Annan
00:20:47: River Annan
00:21:34: Annandale Way Walking Route
00:21:44: Stone Bridge Designed by Robert Stevenson
00:22:36: TV Programme Featuring Annan
00:22:45: Scandinavian Origin of Solway
00:23:19: The Wicker Man Filming Locations
00:24:47: Overlooked Beauty of Dumfries and Galloway
00:25:08: Scenic Drives in the Area
00:27:48: Riding of the Marches Festival
00:29:37: Community Spirit in Annan
00:31:13: Annan Harbour Festival
00:33:10: Potential for Tourism in Annan
00:34:07: Future Visits to Annan
00:37:32: Where to Find Scots Whay Hae podcast.
00:38:36: Facts About Annan and Solway Firth
00:40:33: Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser
CREDITS:
Scottish Digest Podcast is a production of Cluarantonn
Researched and Hosted by Dawn Young
Edited and Produced by Erin @erinfergus0n
Maps courtesy of openstreetmap.org
Photos courtesy of commons.wikimedia.org
MUSIC:
Epidemic - ES_The Celtic Flavour - Alysha Sheldon, ES_A Sound Foundation - Airae
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By CluarantonnIn this episode Dawn is joined by Alistair from the Scots Whay Hae podcast to discuss his favourite place in Scotland: Annan and the Solway Firth, located in south-west Scotland in Dumfries and Galloway.
Alistair shares nostalgic memories of his childhood holidays in Annan, highlighting its charming countryside,
historical significance, and local culture. He reminisces about cycling through quiet streets, playing in fields, and enjoying fish and chips. The conversation also touches on Annan's efforts to revitalise itself as a tourist destination,
with events like the Annan Harbour Festival and the town's rich history. Tune in for a delightful journey through Annan's past and present, filled with personal anecdotes and cultural insights.
FEATURED:
Alistair- Scots Whay Hae
SHOW NOTES:
cluarantonn.com/scottishdigest/alistair
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00: Introduction by Dawn
00:01:00: Clip from Scots Whay Hae Podcast
00:01:54: Dawn Welcomes Alistair
00:06:01: Alistair's Favourite Place in Scotland: Annan
00:08:09: Childhood Memories in Annan
00:09:16: Recent Visit to Annan
00:10:36: Beaches in Annan
00:11:48: Historical Railway Viaduct
00:13:08: Annan's Red Sandstone Buildings
00:14:00: Robert Burns' Connection to Annan
00:15:13: Pagani's Fish and Chip Shop
00:16:02: Staying with Family in Annan
00:16:42: Travel Time to Annan
00:17:20: Scenic Routes to Annan
00:18:04: Childhood Activities in Annan
00:19:26: Walking Routes in Annan
00:20:47: River Annan
00:21:34: Annandale Way Walking Route
00:21:44: Stone Bridge Designed by Robert Stevenson
00:22:36: TV Programme Featuring Annan
00:22:45: Scandinavian Origin of Solway
00:23:19: The Wicker Man Filming Locations
00:24:47: Overlooked Beauty of Dumfries and Galloway
00:25:08: Scenic Drives in the Area
00:27:48: Riding of the Marches Festival
00:29:37: Community Spirit in Annan
00:31:13: Annan Harbour Festival
00:33:10: Potential for Tourism in Annan
00:34:07: Future Visits to Annan
00:37:32: Where to Find Scots Whay Hae podcast.
00:38:36: Facts About Annan and Solway Firth
00:40:33: Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser
CREDITS:
Scottish Digest Podcast is a production of Cluarantonn
Researched and Hosted by Dawn Young
Edited and Produced by Erin @erinfergus0n
Maps courtesy of openstreetmap.org
Photos courtesy of commons.wikimedia.org
MUSIC:
Epidemic - ES_The Celtic Flavour - Alysha Sheldon, ES_A Sound Foundation - Airae