Five Came Back

S06E04 Western Isles and Shetland

In this episode of Coast, Nick embarks on an enchanting journey through Scotland's picturesque Western Isles, venturing north to the remote Shetland Islands. On Eriskay, he enjoys a heartwarming encounter with dolphins and attends a vibrant golden wedding anniversary celebration with the local community. Meanwhile, on the Isle of Lewis, Nick converses with the leader of the Guga Hunters, who uphold the time-honored practice of gannet hunting. Neil Oliver investigates the haunting shipwreck of the Iolaire, where over 200 servicemen tragically drowned in 1918. Hermione Cockburn conducts an intriguing experiment at Staffa's Fingal's Cave, exploring its unique acoustics with a violinist. Miranda Krestovnikoff searches for elusive otters along Shetland's rugged coastline, while Tessa Dunlop embarks on a deep-sea expedition, reflecting on HMS Challenger's groundbreaking discoveries of oceanic life.