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It is interesting to learn about Heughan and McTavish as people (apart from their characters) , and their interactions with each other are by far the most entertaining part of the novel. The practical jokes played, and the kindly joking between the two had me literally laughing out loud in a few spots. Legal requirements mostly apply if you’re: a) keeping animals, and b) looking to sell the products of those animals on. If you ‘prepare, store and sell food’ you’ll have to register with your local environmental health department.[3] Some of the other agencies with which you’ll have to register are:

Clanlands: Whisky, Warfare and a Scottish Adventure Like No Other”, by Outlander stars Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish is a combination of Scottish history (including the history of the country itself, the tartans/kilts, its clans and its whisky), with a little bit of comedy mixed in. Narrated completely by the stars themselves, Heughan and McTavish dictate their journey across the Scottish countryside in an attempt at learning about themselves, and the country they call home. Sam Heughan y Graham McTavish nos llevan por un recorrido de las Highlands de Escocia y, con un gran sentido del humor y un respeto inmenso por la cultura y la historia del país, nos narran los episodios más reconocidos, infames e importantes de los grandes clanes que dominaron los valles, lagos y montañas de Escocia durante siglos. Ros Stewart is our Network and Volunteering Communications Officer and describes herself as a big reader who could have chosen many more options! In the end, she settled on Nan Shepherd’s iconic book, telling us:

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If you’re a fan of the TV series Outlander and are new to Scottish history, heritage and culture, this book will be great for you. Not only do Graham and Sam cover the actual story of the Jacobite Risings, they also tell the stories of other famous characters, such as Mary Queen of Scots, William Wallace and Rob Roy. Interspersed throughout stories of Scotland, they share their own personal journeys as well as stories from the set of Outlander. Clanlands", a brief synopsis: Two actors from the tv show "Outlander" set out to make a mini-documentary about the history of the clans and historical battles of the Scottish Highlands. Sounds interesting, I'm not a fan of the tv show but I don't have anything against it either. Romantic historical fiction isn't my genre, and thus I know it's not for me. However, the subtitle suggests it's full of whisky, warfare, and adventure and those things do interest me. But instead of that, the book is full of an arguably comedic formula that gets old, and gets there very fast. I would describe that formula as something like the following: Readers (those not already Outlander fans) will learn about the complicated history of the Highland Clans, the key landmarks (both real and from the filming locations), subsequent clearances after Culloden, and a bit of the authors' early years in Scotland and their acting careers. The book narration is expressive and genuine (BTW, Graham McTavish's speaking voice is velvety smooth, and I now realize why he's done so much voice-work). Readers will lose something by not hearing the guys tell the story in their own, animated voices. Another choice is grazing animals like geese and sheep: they can take care of your grass as well as providing a source of food. Goats, too, though they have to be managed carefully to prevent them from eating your crops. How much does it cost to set up a smallholding and what are the legalities?

Clanlands by Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish is best enjoyed snuggled under a blanket with a glass of whiskey (Sassenach, anyone?). It’s part-travel-memoir, part-history lesson, all fun and essential reading for any Outlander tragic 🙋‍♀️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿This user guide introduces you to our first two categories of data layers: boundary and land considerations. It’ll give you a brief summary of what the layers represent (for example, the distribution of flood zones around the country), which organisations collate the information, and what it might mean for the plot of land you’re researching. You can then use the layers to see where they fall on the map, and bring up the Addland Land Report Snapshot to see a summary of all the information. These are woodlands that have existed since at least 1600, with some much older. Covering about 2.5% of the UK, they are relatively untouched by human activity and have developed into complex, irreplaceable ecosystems that are vital to biodiversity and fighting climate change. Building within 15 metres of an ancient woodland’s boundary is prohibited so knowing where your land sits relative to one can be important for planning.

There's an obvious friendship that comes out through this book and both of these men came across as relatable and down-to-earth in a world where the life of a 'celebrity' is very different compared to the average person. This was a surprise and made the book that much more enjoyable to me. We know your favourite author can write...but can they draw? In this fun interview series, bestselling novelists reveal the secrets behind their beloved stories…all whilst playing a round of Pictionary with a live audience…YOU!It really made for a fun read and has me aching to return to Scotland - the home of my soul, the land of my blood. Were it really shined was the narration of events in Scottish history, particularly the Battle of Culloden. It really came alive. Flood zones are a planning tool, created by the Environment Agency, to help understand the likelihood of an area flooding. A plot designated Flood zone 1 is the least likely to flood, with a less than 0.1% (1 in 1000) chance in a year. Flood zone 2 means the plot has between a 0.1 and 1% (between 1 in 1000 and 1 in 100) chance. The final, highest-chance designation is split into two: Flood zone 3a (greater than 1% chance of flooding from rivers, or 0.5% chance from the sea) and Flood zone 3b (5% chance in any given year). A plot being in a flood zone can mean planning difficulties, plus insurance or mortgage premiums so this layer can be useful in researching land you’re thinking of buying. Justine Jordan, The Guardian, summed it up in her review: ‘Harvest can be read in mythical, even biblical terms, but the physical and emotional displacement of individuals and communities at its heart remains as politically resonant today as it was at the time.’ The Living Mountain, by Nan Shepherd

Ambitious in scope… the author’s psychological understanding of his people is particularly impressive… Bullough views his subjects, as E. M. Forster wrote of Thomas Hardy, ‘from an enormous height’” With that seed planted in your mind, read on to find out exactly what a smallholding is, what you can grow and what you want to keep on it, and how to set one up once you’ve found your dream plot. What is a smallholding? Addlands sensitively interweaves the fortunes of its protagonist and of the remote Radnorshire valley where he lives and farms, over seventy years”

If you’re a hobbyist who’ll be working a full-time job on top of managing your smallholding you should probably look at a smaller, more manageable plot. Conversely, those who are going to be focussing the majority of their time and energy on their own land might want a larger plot to plan and grow into. Either way, there’s a suitable large or small plot out there for you, whatever your needs. Whether you’re going to be growing to earn money: Graham and Sam are both starring in an upcoming television show, “Men in Kilts”, which will be broadcast by the Starz Network in February- “Clanlands” is the book version of this show. It is very history rich, and explores (in much detail) , the various feuds and wars that have plagued Scotland since its inception, mostly the feuding families and clashing clans that are so pertinent to its history. The charm and glory of Scotland come alive between two friends on a historical journey. Sam and Graham's book Clanlands is such a treasure to read whilst being both equally informative and hysterical. There were so many laugh out loud moments that fans of the show Outlander and general lovers of this wee country will really enjoy as these buddies tour famous and influential places in the Scottish Highlands, showcasing the waring Clans, whiskey tastings, breathtaking views and eccentric Scotsman and Scotswomen they come across.