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The World Clydesdale Show 2022

Mark Stephen and Rachel Stewart with stories from the great outdoors.

Earlier this week, Mark and Rachel donned their breeches for a day out at the World Clydesdale Show 2022, which continues through the weekend at the P&J Live Aberdeen. It is the first time that the event celebrating this majestic Scottish breed has taken place in Europe, let alone on Scottish soil.

They catch up with event director, Ailsa Clark, who explains why this is such a momentous occasion.

Mark visits Killearn ±«Óãtv Farm, in Stirlingshire where Mike Whitall and Tom Addy from The Scottish Furniture Makers Association are preparing for a new project called Ash Rise! He also chats with Archie Wilson and James Nott of Scottish Forestry, about how Ash Dieback is affecting Scotland’s forests.

Rachel meets Geordie Skinner at Strathorn Farm near Inverurie, to learn more about the majestic Clydesdale breed ahead of the big Clydesdale gathering.

Maud Start meets wood sculptor Teresa Hunyadi at the Royal Botanic Gardens Edinburgh, to learn more about why she encourages people to touch her sculptures at her inclusive exhibitions.

Grant Watt is taking part in the Farrier Championships at the World Clydesdale Show 2022. A seasoned competitor, he reveals the intricacies of working as a professional Farrier.

The team catch up with National Clydesdale Queen for USA, Clarissa Rassmussen, who has travelled all the way from Wisconsin to participate in the World Clydesdale Show 2022.

1 hour, 30 minutes

Broadcast

  • Sat 22 Oct 2022 06:30

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