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Scotland Outdoors

BBC Radio Scotland
Scotland
Climate Change
Nature
Biodiversity
Cairngorms National Park
Islay
Conservation
Community Engagement
Aberdeenshire
Beavers
Whithorn Way
Environmental Conservation
River Clyde
Wildlife
Wildlife Conservation
Art
Scottish Outdoors
Dogs
Old Trees
Whisky

A topical guide to life in the Scottish outdoors.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes797Founded19 years ago
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Mark catches up with another of the finalists in BBC Scotland’s Make a Difference Award environmental category. Midlothian Wildflowers started as a small group of people from the Bonnyrigg and Rosewell community carrying out some guerilla gardening. ... more

Mark Stephen climbs inside the Tay Road Bridge to mark its 60th Birthday

Mark visits Greenhead Moss Community Nature Park in Wishaw. The 100-hectare site contains many different habitats including ponds, wildflower meadows and woodlands. He takes a tour with countryside ranger Derek.

Deveron Wildland is a newly establis... more

Helen Needham digs into the BBC Archive to share some audio gems from the past

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Morvan Livingston
Forestry and Land Scotland representative
Forestry and Land Scotland
Episode: Surfing Quines, Sunflowers and Sea Eagles
Rory Maxwell
Forestry and Land Scotland representative
Forestry and Land Scotland
Episode: Surfing Quines, Sunflowers and Sea Eagles
Alex Humphreys
General manager, Balgone Estate (sunflower trail)
Balgone Estate
Episode: Surfing Quines, Sunflowers and Sea Eagles
Julia Pennycuik
Finalist in BBC Make a Difference Awards, Midlothian Wildflowers
Midlothian Wildflowers
Episode: Surfing Quines, Sunflowers and Sea Eagles
Duncan Orr-Ewing
Head of Species and Land Management, RSPB Scotland
RSPB Scotland
Episode: Surfing Quines, Sunflowers and Sea Eagles
Iona Lang
Wild Tribe Highlands founder
Wild Tribe Highlands
Episode: Surfing Quines, Sunflowers and Sea Eagles
Alan Hutchison
Bridge manager
Tay Road Bridge management team
Episode: 60 Years of the Tay Road Bridge
Rosie Copeland
Secretary of Scottish Crookmakers Association
Scottish Crookmakers Association
Episode: Nature Journaling, Ferries on the River Tay and The Art of Crookmaking
Mairi Shiels
Member of Newport History Group
Newport History Group
Episode: Nature Journaling, Ferries on the River Tay and The Art of Crookmaking

Hosts

Mark Stephen
Host with BBC Scotland involvement, central to the show's outdoors and culture coverage
Helen Needham
Co-host with a focus on nature, story-telling, and outdoor life; appears across episodes
Morven Livingstone
Guest host or contributor with landscapes and outdoors expertise, appears in multiple episodes

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Best podcast on earth, maybe the universe!

    I love this podcast, and I don’t live in Scotland. Every Saturday morning and Wednesday, a special treat. I often listen to years’ old episodes. They never get old. Love the mystery sound!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nobody, nowhere
    United States15 days ago
  • Fun and makes you think

    I enjoy listening to topics that are informative yet the hosts have this calming jovial attitude that makes a nice listen in the morning. Plus, with myself being from the Arizona, having episodes that talked about my own backyard in Scotland, I was hooked.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarkGoFast
    United States7 months ago
  • Inspired

    Scotland Outdoors: deep dive into the culture and people of Scotland before a family trip I came across this podcast. Genuinely inspired by the content I now find myself obsessed with all things Scottish. Thank you, I hank you! In a world that seems chaotic at times it’s refreshing to find constant grounded in positivity and love

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TysonBourgard
    Canada8 months ago
  • Best way to keep up with what’s happening in Scotland

    Always interesting, covering a huge range of subjects. Definitely give it a listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GJS Wombat
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Scotland; O aye!

    To see the visual through conversation in a language I grew up with and long to know again, came to life in these broadcasts.

    Brilliant work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Salty Baxter
    United Kingdom10 months ago

Listeners Say

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A few critique sensationalism or advertiser interruptions in some episodes.
Many appreciate the wide range of topics from wildlife to heritage and community resilience.
Some listeners note concerns about episode sound quality or pacing when shifts between segments occur.
Listeners praise the calming and informative tone with engaging Scottish outdoors storytelling.
Audience finds it a reliable source for learning about Scotland's landscapes and local culture, often citing inspiration for travel.

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#28
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Apple Podcasts
#198
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Apple Podcasts
#6
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Apple Podcasts
#12
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Apple Podcasts
#34
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#88
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Helen Denerley - Life as a Scottish Sculptor
Q: What draws you to working with metal and scrap materials?
She emphasizes the tactile, immediate nature of welding, the story embedded in each scrap piece, and how negative/positive space defines form, using scrap as both material and muse.
Helen Denerley - Life as a Scottish Sculptor
Q: How did this all start for you?
Helen describes a long arc from early desire to be an artist through art school and self-employment, choosing metalwork and welding over traditional routes, which set the foundation for a 50-year career in sculpture.
Ardersier Local Nature Reserve
Q: How has designation as a local nature reserve changed funding or management for the site?
Designation allows extra funding from sources beyond what councils can typically access, while ongoing partnerships with the Ministry of Defence, Scottish Water, private landowners, and the Highland Council keep ownership but shift management toward community involvement and conservation.
Ardersier Local Nature Reserve
Q: Tell me a wee bit about the history behind the Ardersier Local Nature Reserve.
The site started as shingle ridges and over roughly the last 100 years developed woodland. It also has a history as a gypsy travellers' camp, and the area around Fort George shaped its economic activity in the 18th century, including boots for soldiers and local pubs; the reserve designation is part of a broader effort to protect wildlife and involve the community in management.
Hugh MacDiarmid, KuneKune Pigs and The Sound of the Year
Q: What makes the Hugh MacDiarmid exhibition immersive?
Experts explain that the layout mirrors the living spaces of the couple, with Valda's space, a writing area for Christopher, and period details like red-and-black walls and a netting display to evoke the era, inviting visitors to experience the domestic and intellectual world they inhabited.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Scotland Outdoors

What is Scotland Outdoors about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently explores Scotland's outdoors through a wide lens: nature, heritage, wildlife, and outdoor culture. Episodes blend field reporting, expert interviews, and human-interest stories that span coastal communities, conservation efforts, and local events, often weaving in on-site demonstrations, listener interactions, and mystery sound segments. A notable strength is the ability to pair accessible nature storytelling with deeper dives into ecosystems, land use, and rural livelihoods, making it attractive to outdoors enthusiasts, travelers, and professionals in conservation, tourism, and community development. The mix of field trips, artisan and artistic features, and practical outdoor accessibility also stands out as a unique,... more

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Scotland Outdoors launched 19 years ago and published 797 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Scotland Outdoors include:

1. Morvan Livingston
2. Rory Maxwell
3. Alex Humphreys
4. Julia Pennycuik
5. Duncan Orr-Ewing
6. Iona Lang
7. Alan Hutchison
8. Rosie Copeland

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