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Edinburgh Outdoors

angelacasey
Edinburgh
Pentland Hills
Holyrood Park
Leith
Calton Hill
James Hutton
Arthur's Seat
Cycling
West Linton and District Beekeepers Association
Antonine Wall
VIE Velo
Pilrig Park
Dunbar's Close
Scottish Plant Explorers
Lost Shore Surf Resort
Beekeeping
Railways
Easter Craiglockhart Hill
Dr. Neil's Garden Trust
Gorgie Community Farm

Edinburgh Outdoors is a podcast exploring the city’s green spaces and the people in them. From community gardens to secret spaces, learning about the city’s history or just finding a space to breathe, getting outside brings benefit to everyone, and being outdoors in Edinburgh is the best place to be!

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes54Founded2 years ago
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LeisureSociety & CulturePlaces & Travel

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Latest Episodes

Join me on a walk around the Water of Leith Basins to discover how the Friends group (aka FOWLB) manages the area with volunteer, swan expert, wildlife enthusiast and belly dancer, Hilary Thacker.

Hilary taught me so much about swans and their conse... more

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Horticulturalist, Emily Hairstans, was the recent winner of Scotland's Home of the Year TV programme.  Her garden featured heavily in the judges' praise for the 'Homegrown Hoose'.  I met with Emily in her garden and with chickens clucking around us, ... more

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Hawthorn Bank Walled Garden in South Queensferry is home to a huge mosaic created by local people, set within a tranquil and beautiful garden.

I met up with GreenFerry, the team behind local gardening and floral displays who also maintain the garden... more

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Warning: this podcast contains adult themes and language some people might find offensive.

Set in Edinburgh and Leith Trainspotting by Irvine Welsh was a book set in the 80s drug scene and was later made into a popular film.   I met up with Tim Bell... more

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Recent Guests

Emily Hairstans
Gardener and winner of Scotland's Home of the Year
Independent gardener (Homegrown Hoose)
Episode: Behind the Scenes: Scotland's Home (and garden) of the Year
Fiona Chandler
Chair of GreenFerry and garden advocate
GreenFerry
Episode: South Queensferry Mosaic and Garden
Tim Bell
Author and trainspotting expert
Author and Leith Walks tour guide
Episode: In the footsteps of 'Trainspotting' with Tim Bell
Alan Mitchell
Head gardener at Dr. Neil's Garden
Dr. Neil's Garden Trust
Episode: Dr Neil's Garden and spoon carving
Charlotte Gollege
Death Historian, author of multiple graveyard-focused books
Death Historian, author
Episode: St Cuthbert's Kirkyard with death historian Charlotte Golledge
Jill Harrison
Speaker in Trinity Stones project
Reviving the Trinity Stones / Old Edinburgh Club
Episode: A Treasure Hunt: Finding the Trinity Stones
Hetty Lancaster
Podcast favourite, Hetty's History Walks
Hetty's History Walks
Episode: A Treasure Hunt: Finding the Trinity Stones
John Losses
City's archaeologist
City of Edinburgh Council
Episode: A Treasure Hunt: Finding the Trinity Stones
Kenneth Williamson
lifelong train buff, railway expert and author
Independent researcher/author
Episode: Railways and memories with 'Train Buff' Kenneth Williamson

Host

Angela Casey
Host of Edinburgh Outdoors

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Very interesting informative podcast

    Wonderful to listen to, includes historical facts, you can hear the wildlife in background, very helpful to learn about Edinburgh and what everyday life is like for locals . If you are thinking to move to Edinburgh, this is a good podcast to listen to as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    environmentalem
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Interesting stuff

    A good show but the sound quality is often ropey at best compared to similar outdoor podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    TENFOURGD
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Fascinating

    A great listen with lots of ideas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tfjft
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Another fascinating listen

    Each conversation is so varied. One discovers what it is that drives a person to love the outdoors. Be prepared to be inspired.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    brownedin
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners highlight the show's informative blend of history and outdoor exploration.
Guests and topics are consistently engaging and varied, keeping content fresh.
The format often inspires curiosity about Edinburgh's hidden places and local heritage.
Some episodes suffer from variable sound quality compared with similar outdoor offerings.

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#223
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In the footsteps of 'Trainspotting' with Tim Bell
Q: Are you still doing the tours?
Not actively; he notes few bookings and liability considerations, but he still engages with the material through writing and occasional speaking opportunities.
In the footsteps of 'Trainspotting' with Tim Bell
Q: Why did you start doing those trainspotting tours?
Bell explains he stumbled into tour work after Dutch journalists promoted his localized knowledge, turning it into a niche that connected people with Leith's history and the book's world.
In the footsteps of 'Trainspotting' with Tim Bell
Q: How did you develop the passion for the book? Where did that come from?
Tim Bell describes growing up in Leith during the heroin era and how recognizing locations from Trainspotting sparked his interest, ultimately leading to writing the book and guiding tours that deepen local understanding.
Walking the Roseburn Path
Q: What impact do you hope the consultation will have?
The aim is to ensure any future tram plans protect the Roseburn Path and the broader network of green spaces, with a focus on maintaining space for pedestrians, cyclists, and wildlife, while still delivering efficient transport solutions.
Walking the Roseburn Path
Q: Tell us why you decided to start the Save the Roseburn Path campaign.
I started the campaign after learning the council planned a tram route on the Roseburn Path, which would reduce space for cycling, walking, and biodiversity. I organized a Facebook group, gathered thousands of supporters, and pushed for consultation and better representation of local needs in planning.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Edinburgh Outdoors

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

This series centers on Edinburgh's green spaces, history, and the people who bring places to life—often through on-site tours, walking explorations, and community-led initiatives. Episodes weave urban heritage, nature, and local storytelling into accessible, evergreen content, with a distinctive emphasis on walking routes, site-specific histories, and practical tips for visitors. Noteworthy are the hands-on formats (on-site visits, live tours, and collaboration with local heritage groups) and the strong focus on community spaces, from gardens and farms to historic ruins and city parks, making it appealing for listeners who love urban exploration and local culture.

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1. Scotland Outdoors
2. Gardening with the RHS
3. The News Agents
4. The Rest Is Politics
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Edinburgh Outdoors launched 2 years ago and published 54 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 Edinburgh Outdoors include:

1. Emily Hairstans
2. Fiona Chandler
3. Tim Bell
4. Alan Mitchell
5. Charlotte Gollege
6. Jill Harrison
7. Hetty Lancaster
8. John Losses

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