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Clare Balding joins notable and interesting people for a walk through the countryside

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Ramblings: Out of Portpatrick on the Rhins of Galloway

Out of Portpatrick on the Rhins of Galloway

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On a beautiful summer's day, Clare and guests explore a coastal walk on a remote peninsula

On a beautiful late summer's day, Clare and guests explore a coastal walk on a remote peninsula in southern Scotland.

On a beautiful late summer's day Clare and guests explore a coastal walk on a remote peninsula in southern Scotland - the Rhins of Galloway.

Walking with her are Peter Ross, who runs a walking for health group, and Margaret Hughes who is one of the members.  They start their hike in Portpatrick and head along the coast for a few miles before dropping down into Sandeel Bay and returning to Portpatrick on an inland path through woodland.

Margaret is registered blind due to an acquired brain injury, and has had a tough time recovering. Walking is a huge part of her life, and Peter’s group plays a significant part in this especially as Margaret needs a sighted guide to help her along the way. 

This is the second of two walks on the Rhins of Galloway: last week's episode was with two friends who are taking what could be the longest, slowest route between Land's End and John O'Groats.


Presenter: Clare Balding
Producer: Karen Gregor

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