Recording from BBC Radio Scotland, November 2022

A 'trig' is a Triangulation Pillar.  It's the reason why we have always had good maps.  First set up in 1935 by Ordnance Survey they are great points of reference.  You can find them on OS maps and there are thousands.  Forget Munro Bagging and get Trigging the Trigs.

I've not only walked virtually all of the hills of Arran but I've also run them.  In my two books about the Arran hills I've written as if walking.  However, I've also run them all.  Check out the books 'Arran: Lesser Known Hill Routes' and 'Arran: Lochs and Lochans'.  This podcast is essentially about the basics of running in the hills.  Please also take cognisance of and listen to, my podcast on 'Safety in the hills'.  Enjoy!

This is NOT about Arran.  It is effectively an anti-war podcast. Some of my father's recollections of WWII and the Battle of the Scheldt.

The Isle of Arran has long been a popular holiday destination. From the excitement of the initial sail, to the beaches, hills and other popular activities, few visitors leave disappointed – even if the weather hasn’t been helpful.

A long walk in fantastic hills with wonderful views over Brodick Bay.

The journey to and from Loch Nuis with detours to Beinn Nuis and Coire a' Bhradain.

The Isle of Arran’s hills and mountains are well known and immensely popular with walkers.  However, what is less well known is the number of photogenic lochs and lochans that stud the landscape of this beautiful island.  This podcast is a very short introduction to Alex Drain's book, "Arran - Lochs and Lochans".

You may think that walking in the hills is inherently dangerous.  It can be, but only for the daft!  A few simply rules can keep you safe.  Alex Drain is an author of hill walking books.  He gives the benefit of his experience in this podcast as well as a salutary tale.

Thirteen miles and four mountains, all in one day trip to the Isle of Arran.  Beinn a’ Chliabhain, Cir Mhor, North Goatfell and Goatfell.  Author and life long hill walker Alex Drain takes you on a guided tour of the iconic Glenrosa mountains.

The Isle of Arran has long been a popular holiday destination. From the excitement of the initial sail, to the beaches, hills and other popular activities, few visitors leave disappointed – even if the weather hasn’t been helpful.