Steve Newman looks at he salmon as it returns to the river Tweed, and the animals and hazards it encounters on its way.
The salmon has one of the longest journeys of any animal on the planet. The Tweed has long been recognised as Britain’s premier salmon river twisting its way from the western Border hills to the sea at Berwick.
Even before it reaches the estuary of the Tweed the salmon must run the gauntlet of the ...
Scottish Journeys
from Issue 12 published on 19/1/2004
Many looking north from Edinburgh and Glasgow miss out on the areas bordering England. What a shame, says Steve Newman
Most people think of Scotland as the mountains and lochs of the Highlands but the Borders have a magic and fascination all of their own.
This is partially due to the fierce conflicts that raged over the area for over 500 years as England and Scottish armies and clans shed blood at the slightest exc...
Regional Focus
from Issue 12 published on 19/1/2004
STEVE NEWMAN GETS A TASTE OF WHAT GOES ON BEHIND THE SCENES AT KELSO RACES
Aday at the races is a delightful way to wile away an afternoon. But do spare a thought for the small army toiling behind the scenes …
6.30am It’s an overcast Wednesday morning and Gillian Meikle has a decision to make about lighting a fire. Will the day be warm, or will the rain arrive with the co...
Outdoor Scotland
from Issue 5 published on 4/11/2002