The Deer Stalker
Documentary following Alex Macdonald who, for 40 years, has managed the 3,000 red deer in the hills and glens above Fort William.
For 40 years, Alex Macdonald has stalked the hills and glens above Fort William, as did his father, grandfather and great-grandfather before him. Now he wants to hand his expertise onto a fifth generation - his 15-year-old son.
In this intimate portrait of a unique way of life, we follow Alex through the ferocity of one of Scotland's worst winters to the high heat of summer, as he manages the 3,000 red deer that populate the Achnacarry estate.
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Trailer for The Deer Stalker
Duration: 00:21
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Camera Operator | Jack Warrender |
| Producer | Colin Cameron |
| Executive Producer | Harry Bell |
| Production Company | Tern Television Productions Ltd |
Broadcasts
Sun 26 Aug 2018 18:05
Wed 14 Nov 2018 08:00- Mon 19 Nov 2018 19:30±«Óãtv One Scotland & Scotland HD only
- Thu 28 Mar 2019 20:30
- Thu 18 Jul 2019 20:00
- Sun 28 Jun 2020 20:30
- Sun 13 Dec 2020 20:30
- Thu 28 Jan 2021 20:30
- Thu 28 Oct 2021 19:30
- Mon 24 Jan 2022 14:30
- Sat 19 Feb 2022 20:30
- Mon 1 May 2023 20:00
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