Green Badge CPD

Qualified to Guide:

Shetland

Languages:

English

Driver Guide:

No

About Me

I was born in Lerwick, Shetland and, although I grew up in Aberdeen, Scotland, I have lived most of my life in the islands. 
As a child, I regularly came back to the islands during school holidays – exploring the area, going off on boats, listening to stories and diving into the history, folklore and culture of Shetland. 
On leaving school, I came back to live and work. I worked for several years in the North Sea oil industry in Shetland before going to university and eventually becoming a History & IT teacher. 
I am a founder-member of the Shetland Islands Tourist Guide Association, which was formed in 1994, and am the current Chairperson. 
I taught in the Glasgow area, from 2011 to 2014, when I returned home - I missed the islands.  
Moving to the island of Unst, I became involved in the community – trustee of the Shetland Heritage Centre, a director of the local development company, a member of the writers’ group and book group, and performed in panto. 
I regularly perform stand-up comedy, having been several years at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Since 2015, I have been a member of Shetland’s only improvised comedy troupe, including performing at the inaugural Edinburgh International Improve Festival.
Now, I want to show people what is so unique, interesting and fascinating about Shetland, my beautiful island home.

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Tour Types

  • Coach Tour
  • Shore Excursion

Special Interests

  • Archaeology
  • Film/TV locations (general)
  • History
  • Island heritage
  • Story-telling, Myths and Legends

Qualifications

STGA Regional Guide (Green Badge) for Shetland
MA (Hons) - English and History
Diploma in Systems Analysis and Design
Postgraduate Certificate in Secondary Education

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Additional Information

  • Guide Type: Green Badge
  • Months Available: All Year
  • Type of car: Volkswagen Sharan
  • Year Qualified: 2016

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