Balblair is a lost township. Tucked away in the trees, just a stone’s throw from the road between Ullapool and Inverness at Inverlael, centuries of history lie buried and forgotten. In this series of drama-documentaries with the help of Ullapool Museum, archaeologists and historical experts we’re bringing the people and stories of Balblair and Inverlael back to life. 8 snapshots, re-imagined moments in Scotland's Highland history which have, until recently, been HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT.
Hidden in Plain Sight
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Balblair is a lost township. Tucked away in the trees, just a stone’s throw from the road between Ullapool and Inverness at Inverlael, centuries of history lie buried and forgotten. In this series of drama-documentaries with the help of Ullapool Museum, archaeologists and historical experts we’re bringing the people and stories of Balblair and Inverlael back to life. 8 snapshots, re-imagined moments in Scotland's Highland history which have, until recently, been HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT.
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March 6, 2023
The Clearance
<p>In this poignant and moving final episode we’re joined by leading historian, Professor Sir Tom Devine, to learn about the history of the clearances and how Inverlael was cleared of its people. We follow sheriff’s officer Hugh Ross as he goes from house to house serving notice for the residents to leave their home in Balblair for good.</p><p>In this series of drama-documentaries with the help of <a href="https://www.ullapoolmuseum.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ullapool Museum</a>, archaeologists and historical experts we’re bringing the people and stories of Balblair and Inverlael back to life. 8 snapshots, re-imagined moments in Highland history which have, until recently, been HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT.</p><p>Writer: Chris Dolan</p><p>Actor: Hamish Macdonald</p><p>Theme music is The Ghosts of Balblair, written and performed by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Rumacmusic" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ruairidh MacLean</a></p><p>Audio engineering is by <a href="https://www.stevebullproductions.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Steve Bull </a></p><p>Produced and Directed by Dan Holland and Pennie Stuart for <a href="https://www.adventurousaudio.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Adventurous Audio Ltd</a> and supported by the <a href="https://www.audiocontentfund.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Audio Content Fund</a></p>
February 27, 2023
George Steuart MacKenzie
<p>One of Scotland’s most popular actors, David Hayman, brings the character of George Steuart Mackenzie of Coul vividly back to life in this compelling performance as the landlord responsible for the Inverlael clearances. Not a hero but is he a villain, he says not but you decide.</p><p>In this series of drama-documentaries with the help of <a href="https://www.ullapoolmuseum.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ullapool Museum</a>, archaeologists and historical experts we’re bringing the people and stories of Balblair and Inverlael back to life. 8 snapshots, re-imagined moments in Highland history which have, until recently, been HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT.</p><p>Writer: Chris Dolan</p><p>Actor: David Hayman</p><p>Theme music is The Ghosts of Balblair, written and performed by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Rumacmusic" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ruairidh MacLean</a></p><p>Audio engineering is by <a href="https://www.stevebullproductions.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Steve Bull </a></p><p>Produced and Directed by Dan Holland and Pennie Stuart for <a href="https://www.adventurousaudio.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Adventurous Audio Ltd</a> and supported by the <a href="https://www.audiocontentfund.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Audio Content Fund</a></p>
February 20, 2023
Illicit whisky
<p>In this episode we join Grizzel up in the shieling where she’s busy making illicit whisky. While we learn about the importance of whisky to Highland culture, Grizzel learns about just how potent homebrew can be. A funny, engaging and delightful delve into history!</p><p>In this series of drama-documentaries with the help of <a href="https://www.ullapoolmuseum.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ullapool Museum</a>, archaeologists and historical experts we’re bringing the people and stories of Balblair and Inverlael back to life. 8 snapshots, re-imagined moments in Highland history which have, until recently, been HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT.</p><p>Writer: Chris Dolan</p><p>Actor: Fiona Macdonald</p><p>Theme music is The Ghosts of Balblair, written and performed by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Rumacmusic" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ruairidh MacLean</a></p><p>Audio engineering is by <a href="https://www.stevebullproductions.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Steve Bull </a></p><p>Produced and Directed by Dan Holland and Pennie Stuart for <a href="https://www.adventurousaudio.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Adventurous Audio Ltd</a> and supported by the <a href="https://www.audiocontentfund.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Audio Content Fund</a></p>
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