Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands

In this instalment of Atlantic Twins, presenter Paul Murton makes his way to the island of Coll. While there, he is introduced to a local resident whose family history on the island can be traced back to the fourteenth century, providing a direct link to the island’s medieval past. The man spends time recounting how his ancestors settled on Coll during the 1300s, illustrating a continuity of habitation that spans several centuries. Following this encounter, Murton departs Coll and travels to the adjacent island of Tiree, the nearby island that forms the next part of his journey. The programme then continues its focus on the landscape as Murton arrives on Tiree.

In this instalment of Atlantic Twins, presenter Paul Murton makes his way to the island of Coll. While there, he is introduced to a local resident whose family history on the island can be traced back to the fourteenth century, providing a direct link to the island’s medieval past. The man spends time recounting how his ancestors settled on Coll during the 1300s, illustrating a continuity of habitation that spans several centuries. Following this encounter, Murton departs Coll and travels to the adjacent island of Tiree, the nearby island that forms the next part of his journey. The programme then continues its focus on the landscape as Murton arrives on Tiree.

In this instalment of Atlantic Twins, presenter Paul Murton makes his way to the island of Coll. While there, he is introduced to a local resident whose family history on the island can be traced back to the fourteenth century, providing a direct link to the island’s medieval past. The man spends time recounting how his ancestors settled on Coll during the 1300s, illustrating a continuity of habitation that spans several centuries. Following this encounter, Murton departs Coll and travels to the adjacent island of Tiree, the nearby island that forms the next part of his journey. The programme then continues its focus on the landscape as Murton arrives on Tiree.

Presenter Paul Murton spends the episode exploring everyday life on the Hebridean islands of Harris and Lewis. He gets a practical introduction to the art of weaving the famous Harris Tweed, working alongside local artisans to understand the patterns and processes involved. Later, he visits a family who are responsible for producing the celebrated Stornoway black pudding, watching how the traditional recipe is prepared and learning about its place in island culture. Through these hands‑on experiences, the programme paints a picture of island living, highlighting both the craft of textile making and the culinary heritage of the western isles. The traditions remain still thriving today.

Presenter Paul Murton spends the episode exploring everyday life on the Hebridean islands of Harris and Lewis. He gets a practical introduction to the art of weaving the famous Harris Tweed, working alongside local artisans to understand the patterns and processes involved. Later, he visits a family who are responsible for producing the celebrated Stornoway black pudding, watching how the traditional recipe is prepared and learning about its place in island culture. Through these hands‑on experiences, the programme paints a picture of island living, highlighting both the craft of textile making and the culinary heritage of the western isles. The traditions remain still thriving today.

Presenter Paul Murton spends the episode exploring everyday life on the Hebridean islands of Harris and Lewis. He gets a practical introduction to the art of weaving the famous Harris Tweed, working alongside local artisans to understand the patterns and processes involved. Later, he visits a family who are responsible for producing the celebrated Stornoway black pudding, watching how the traditional recipe is prepared and learning about its place in island culture. Through these hands‑on experiences, the programme paints a picture of island living, highlighting both the craft of textile making and the culinary heritage of the western isles. The traditions remain still thriving today.

In this episode, presenter Paul Murton travels to the Uists and Benbecula, a low‑lying chain of islands situated roughly thirty miles off the coast of mainland Scotland. Their low‑lying terrain and open horizons give the area a sense of spaciousness rarely found elsewhere. The islands, known for their rugged coastline and remote character, provide a distinctive backdrop for his exploration. While there, Murton takes the opportunity to try his hand at angling for wild sea trout, testing his skills against the island’s natural waters. The challenge of catching sea trout in these waters tests both patience and technique. The segment follows his attempts to catch the elusive fish, highlighting the simple yet challenging nature of the pursuit.

In this episode, presenter Paul Murton travels to the Uists and Benbecula, a low‑lying chain of islands situated roughly thirty miles off the coast of mainland Scotland. Their low‑lying terrain and open horizons give the area a sense of spaciousness rarely found elsewhere. The islands, known for their rugged coastline and remote character, provide a distinctive backdrop for his exploration. While there, Murton takes the opportunity to try his hand at angling for wild sea trout, testing his skills against the island’s natural waters. The challenge of catching sea trout in these waters tests both patience and technique. The segment follows his attempts to catch the elusive fish, highlighting the simple yet challenging nature of the pursuit.

In this episode, presenter Paul Murton travels to the Uists and Benbecula, a low‑lying chain of islands situated roughly thirty miles off the coast of mainland Scotland. Their low‑lying terrain and open horizons give the area a sense of spaciousness rarely found elsewhere. The islands, known for their rugged coastline and remote character, provide a distinctive backdrop for his exploration. While there, Murton takes the opportunity to try his hand at angling for wild sea trout, testing his skills against the island’s natural waters. The challenge of catching sea trout in these waters tests both patience and technique. The segment follows his attempts to catch the elusive fish, highlighting the simple yet challenging nature of the pursuit.

Paul Murton begins the episode by travelling to the Shiants, where he spends time exploring the islands and taking in the local scenery. From there he moves eastward to the Isle of Ewe, described as romantic, and continues his journey by boarding a kayak for a short passage to the Summer Isles. Upon reaching the Summer Isles he joins a meal that features seaweed as the main component, allowing him to sample a traditional seaweed feast. The sequence links the three locations – the Shiants, the Isle of Ewe and the Summer Isles – and showcases Murton’s hands‑on approach to discovering coastal culture.

Paul Murton begins the episode by travelling to the Shiants, where he spends time exploring the islands and taking in the local scenery. From there he moves eastward to the Isle of Ewe, described as romantic, and continues his journey by boarding a kayak for a short passage to the Summer Isles. Upon reaching the Summer Isles he joins a meal that features seaweed as the main component, allowing him to sample a traditional seaweed feast. The sequence links the three locations – the Shiants, the Isle of Ewe and the Summer Isles – and showcases Murton’s hands‑on approach to discovering coastal culture.