Life on a Windswept Scottish Island

Life on a Windswept Scottish Island

Author: Condé Nast Traveler October 12, 2023 Duration: 29:59
When Tamsin Calidas left London to live on a croft in the Scottish Hebrides, she was idealistic and totally ignorant about farming. Years later and after facing and overcoming significant struggles, she feels in harmony with nature, wildlife, and the beauty of her island. Calidas sits down with host Lale Arikoglu to chat about working the rugged landscape.

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