Mearns & Gill

Aberdeen Tall Ships: Dockside Diaries

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Aberdeen Tall Ships: Dockside Diaries takes you inside the heart of Aberdeen’s biggest maritime celebration. Hosts Sara Milne and Pete McIntosh bring you interviews with city leaders, sponsors, trainee sailors, sustainability champions, and more. Discover exclusive behind-the-scenes stories from the Discovery Zone, Captain’s Dinner, sustainability efforts, and the Parade of Sail, plus the vibrant concert line-up that brings this event to life. Join us as we sail through Aberdeen’s unforgettable transformation.

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Episode 7: The Grand Finale – After the Sails 18.09.2025 27:44

In this special finale of Aberdeen Tall Ships: Dockside Diaries , Sara and Pete look back on an unforgettable week as the Tall Ships transformed Aberdeen’s harbour into a festival of sails, music, and community spirit. They’re joined by Emma Wadee , Project Manager, and Stephen O’Neill , the main event manager, to reflect on the highlights, challenges, and proudest moments of bringing the races to...

Episode 6: The Captain’s Table 23.06.2025 14:08

In this episode of Aberdeen Tall Ships: Dockside Diaries , hosts Sara and Pete welcome Sir Jim Milne , Chairman & MD of Balmoral Group , to explore why Balmoral is backing the prestigious Captain’s Dinner and what this iconic event signifies for Aberdeen. Sir Jim (or Jimmy to us) also shares some captivating stories from his life and career, from leaving school at just 14 to running a major e...

Episode 2: Music on the Quayside - The Soundtrack of the Tall Ships 23.06.2025 17:18

Join hosts Sara and Pete as they tap into the vibrant beats of The Tall Ships Races Aberdeen 2025. They sit down with Chris Coull from Peterson Energy Logistics to explore how a working yard is transformed into a stunning 7,000‑capacity open‑air music venue. They discuss the incredible line-up, including Deacon Blue, Ministry of Sound Classical, Tide Lines & Calum Bowie, and Kaiser Chiefs! Hit...

Episode 3: Anchors of Innovation – University of Aberdeen 23.06.2025 15:22

Join Sara and Pete as they explore the bright minds behind The Tall Ships Races Aberdeen 2025. In this episode, they chat with Rachel Elliott from the University of Aberdeen about the Discovery Zone and more! Learn how the Castlegate will be filled with engaging marine touch-pools, boat-building workshops, LEGO challenges, VR experiences, and interactive science displays. Discover how the Univer...

Episode 4: From Trainee to Mentor – A Voyage of Growth 23.06.2025 19:06

Join hosts Sara and Pete as they share an inspiring journey from sail trainee to mentor. In this episode, they speak with Colleen Grains , a former trainee who sailed from Dunkirk to Aberdeen and is now guiding the next wave of young adventurers. Alongside them is Jilly Powell , VP UK Communications at TotalEnergies , who explains why the company backs the programme and the impact it aims to have...

Episode 5: Sailing for Good – Sustainability & Community Impact 23.06.2025 17:20

Join Pete and Sara as they uncover how Aberdeen is steering toward a greener maritime future. Sara highlights the Port of Aberdeen’s net-zero ambitions, including shore power, EVs, HVO fuel, solar, and waste initiatives. Then, Jill Simpson from Charlie House shares insights into how charities benefit from the Curated on the Quayside market, explaining how it boosts community engagement, awareness...

Episode 1: Setting Sail – What Are the Tall Ships Races? 23.06.2025 20:45

Join hosts Sara and Pete as they cast off in our premiere episode of Aberdeen Tall Ships: Dockside Diaries . They sit down with Matthew Williams from Aberdeen City Council to explore the epic scale of The Tall Ships Races Aberdeen 2025 , from the historic fleet of towering vessels to Aberdeen's role as the only UK host port. Discover what it takes to prepare a city for 400,000 visitors, enga...