Scotland Outdoors Scotland Outdoors

The World's Quietest Festival, Ardestie Earth House and Arbroath Signal Tower Museum

Oct 17, 2026 · 1h 24m

Summary

This episode of Scotland Outdoors features Mark Stephen and Rachel Bell discussing a variety of outdoor topics. They visit the Arbroath Signal Tower Museum to explore its history and upcoming garden renovations, and try orienteering at Hazelhead Park in Aberdeen. The hosts also investigate an ancient souterrain near Dundee and examine the history of Glasgow's drinking fountains. Finally, they experience forest therapy in the woods near Aboyne, focusing on sensory immersion and relaxation in nature.

Topics discussed

Introduction and show overview Hosts' introductions and recent activities Arbroath Signal Tower Museum garden project Orienteering taster session in Hazelhead Park Listener photos and autumn leaf traditions Exploring an Iron Age souterrain in Tayside Skia the sea squirt hunting dog award History of Glasgow's leaning Cameron Fountain Forest therapy and mindfulness in Burstmore Hylia: The quiet nature festival in Finland Sponsor reads and pear ripening tips More on Glasgow's historic drinking fountains Tony Bonning on folklore and water horse tales Traditional crafts and trow tales from Fetlar Mystery sound reveal and listener feedback
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