‘It’s the adventurous who are shy’
Last week I spent a few days exploring with Big Ted. We visited Glen Tilt, Glen Lyon and Glen Orchy. We stayed in Dalmally where I wrote a few poems. … Continue reading ‘It’s the adventurous who are shy’
Tag: Rebel antiquary
A certain friend in uncertain times
Filmed at Craigforth Insurance Campus, Stirling: This film is for Sian. We met as junior doctors in the Department of Medicine for the Elderly [DOME], Woodend Hospital, Aberdeen Credits: [1] … Continue reading A certain friend in uncertain times
Retold for little people
A short [incomplete] film on childhood: Music credits: She’s A Star – James [Piano Room, 2026] On Your own again – Scott Walker
Hame for music-making
The Herald, 28 January 2026: It has taken more than a decade of campaigning, planning and fundraising to secure the future of one of Edinburgh’s most prominent landmarks. But now … Continue reading Hame for music-making
Lost on the Perthshire Hills
The following, terribly sad newspaper account, is from January 1898. On my next wee adventure I intend to visit Glen Lyon and on the bridge to Dalchiorlich will chalk a … Continue reading Lost on the Perthshire Hills