Balnagown Estate

Balnagown Estate Podcast

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Join us in the Highlands of Scotland as we delve into all aspects of running Balnagown Estate.

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Episodes

Highland Legacy, Organic Principles: Brewing a Greener Future. In Conversation with the Black Isle Brewery [ Balnagown Estate ] 05.07.2026 40:09

Join host Sara in episode 28 where she visits the Black Isle Brewery. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

A Singular Career: From Pictish Art to International Renown. In Conversation with Sculptor Barry Grove [ Balnagown Estate ] 24.06.2026 45:59

In episode 27, listen in to this conversation with Sculptor Barry Grove as he reflects on his creative journey. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

'Northwords Now' and the Scottish Literary Scene: In Conversation with Kenny Taylor [ Balnagown Estate ] 05.06.2026 41:44

Join host Sara in episode 26 as she chats with editor and creative Kenny Taylor. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

Clan History, Viking Warfare and the Book of Kells; Secrets of Tarbat Discovery Centre [ Balnagown Estate ] 20.05.2026 57:40

In episode 25, host Sara is joined by the team at Tarbat Discovery Centre which displays works of art created in stone by the Picts more than 1,200 years ago. Find out about local legends and behind-the-scenes stories of their collections. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

Our Dynamic Soil with Dr Rachel Ramsey and Callum Paterson [ Balnagown Estate ] 19.03.2026 57:43

Join Sara in episode 24 where she chats to Dr Rachel Ramsey and Callum Paterson about the importance of soil. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

"Witchcraft is the Weapon, Avarice as the Motive" with Jason Ubych [ Balnagown Estate ] 11.02.2026 56:23

Join Sara in episode 23 of Estate Talks where she is joined by the incredibly knowledgeable Jason Ubych from Tain Museum as they delve into the topic of witchcraft. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

Highland Shores, Global Impact: Marine Conservation and Blue Carbon [ Balnagown Estate ] 15.01.2026 42:47

Join host Sara in episode 22 where she is joined by Professor Adam Hughes of the Scottish Association for Marine Science. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

In Conversation with Waterstones' Scottish Book of the Year Author Philip Paris [ Balnagown Estate ] 17.12.2025 57:27

Join host Sara in episode 21 where she chats to Waterstones' Scottish Book of the Year author Philip Paris. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

The Hebridean Baker in Conversation with Balnagown [ Balnagown Estate ] 12.11.2025 45:59

In episode 20 of Estate Talks, host Sara is joined by best-selling author The Hebridean Baker. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

Order of Canons Regular of Prèmontrè: The Men Who Founded Fearn Abbey [ Balnagown Estate ] 15.10.2025 38:54

Join host Sara in episode 19 as she discusses the religious order that founded the 'Lamp of the North' ~ Fearn Abbey. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

Interview with Multi Award Winning Author Clio Gray [ Balnagown Estate ] 24.09.2025 59:16

In our 18th episode, host Sara is joined by multi award winning author Clio Gray as they discuss her life filled with books, words and imagination. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

A Conversation with Highland Artist Sheelagh Petrie [ Balnagown Estate ] 04.09.2025 31:46

In episode seventeen, host Sara is joined by our first artist on the podcast - local talent Sheelagh Petrie, as she discusses her first solo exhibition. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

Natural Capital and Carbon Credits: In conversation with Expert Lucy Jenner [ Balnagown Estate ] 01.08.2025 46:57

Join host Sara for our sixteenth podcast where she discusses natural capital and carbon credits with expert Lucy Jenner. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

The Lamp of the North; Fearn Abbey, Its Glowing Past and Bright Future [ Balnagown Estate ] 18.06.2025 56:29

Join host Sara in episode fifteen as she discusses Fearn Abbey, its history, significance to Clan Ross and its present situation. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

From Keep to Country House: Balnagown's Architectural Journey [ Balnagown Estate ] 04.06.2025 40:15

Join host Sara in episode fourteen as she looks back at Balnagown's architectural journey. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

Waters of Life: Scotland's Rivers in the Age of Climate Change [ Balnagown Estate ] 14.05.2025 1:03:48

Join host Sara in episode thirteen where she discusses rivers ~ their importance, their health and the effect that climate change will have on them. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

Crofting in Scotland: Tradition, Challenges, and Opportunities [ Balnagown Estate ] 23.04.2025 1:06:24

In our eleventh podcast, host Sara chats all things crofting. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

A Woman of Note in a Time of Men: Janet Ross, Dowager Lady Lovat [ Balnagown Estate ] 23.04.2025 51:37

In our twelfth podcast, host Sara chats with Jason Ubych from Tain & District Museum and Clan Ross Centre about Janet Ross. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

An Interview with the President of Clan Ross America and a Balnagown First [ Balnagown Estate ] 05.03.2025 38:20

In our tenth podcast, host Sara chats with Dr Mike Ross, President of the Clan Ross America. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

Salmon, Ice, and Innovation: The Ardgay Ice House [ Balnagown Estate ] 05.02.2025 23:31

In our ninth podcast, learn about the fascinating history and story of the Ardgay Ice House. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

Everyone Loves a Wedding [ Balnagown Estate ] 08.01.2025 40:07

In our eighth podcast, host Sara is in conversation with a Wedding Planner. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

A Spirited Heritage; The New Gledfield Distillery [ Balnagown Estate ] 08.01.2025 16:42

In our seventh podcast, we learn about the new Gledfield Distillery and the journey to bring an ancient botanical spirit back home to Sutherland. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

Ross-shire's Whisky Men [ Balnagown Estate ] 08.01.2025 33:51

In our sixth podcast, John MacDonald, Distillery Manager for 18 years at Balblair Distillery, and Ed Thom, 2022 Global Distillery Manager of the Year and Distillery Manager at Glenmorangie chat about all things that make Scotch whisky the world famous product it is. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

Peatland Restoration: a Conversation with Caledonian Climate [ Balnagown Estate ] 14.08.2024 24:27

Our fifth Podcast in our 'Estate Talks' series. This episodes focuses on Peatland Restoration on Balnagown Estate. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.

Balnagown, Clan Ross and Tain Museum [ Balnagown Estate ] 26.06.2024 11:12

Our fourth podcast focuses on the relationship between Balnagown, the Clan Ross and the Tain Museum. Balnagown Estate, Scottish Highlands.