Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands
Against the Odds: Out Skerries, Whalsay and Papa Stour
Season 4 Episode 3 of 6
Paul Murton visits the three island outposts of Shetland, Papa Stour, Whalsay and Out Skerries. He encounters newborn lambs and watches a traditional sword dance, before taking a trip on a trawler. He discovers how the islands have developed their own sense of community in the face of declining populations and the challenges of a remote location
Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands airs on PBS America at 8:00 AM, Monday 30 June. (Subtitles.)
Topics
Education ➝ Science ➝ Factual Topics
General
Paul Murton
Presenter
Kathryn Ross
Series Producer
Arlene Jeffrey
Executive Producer