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Out for the Weekend

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Nicola Meighan

Inspiration for getting out and about at the weekend with Fiona Stalker.

Fiona Stalker offers inspiration and insight into what is happening across Scotland as the weekend approaches. Includes gardening and weather news.

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Out for the Weekend: Underland, Wallace Monument, Therapets

Underland, Wallace Monument, Therapets

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Nicola Meighan chats to author Robert McFarlane about his new book Underland.

Nicola Meighan chats to author Robert McFarlane about his new book Underland, an epic exploration of the hidden worlds beneath our feet.

Musician Sam James-Griffiths tells Nicola about his new project, playing in some of Scotland’s most unusual gig locations. 

To highlight the bicentenary of the birth of Queen Victoria we’re following in her regal footsteps in Royal Deeside. Travel writer Janice Hopper gives us her selection of places to visit.  

Author Robert MacFarlane chats to Nicola about his new book Underland; an epic exploration of the hidden worlds beneath our feet.

Aberdeen sisters Elsie Walker and Cathie Knox, have just donated to charity a piano that has been in their family since 1908. Emily Esson went to visit them, and the piano, to learn more about the piano and the family that played it. 

Early this Sunday morning, you’ll be treated to a special like no other – a live dawn chorus from around the world to celebrate Dawn Chorus Day. Euan McIlwraith will be representing Scotland and he tells us what’s in store.  

Nicola heads up to the Wallace Monument as it opens its doors after a revamp. 

The team hears about a new Royal Society of Edinburgh photography exhibition celebrating Scottish female scientists. 

And Aberdeen Airport has launched a new Therapet scheme for anxious flyers, helping them to calm their nerves with canine company.  Emily Esson went along to meet the new recruits.

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