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Photographer Captures the Changing Spey Valley in Year-Long Study
7 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Photographer Ed Smith documents the River Spey for a year
- Portsoy Community Enterprise unveils new geology wall
- Autumnal tea ceremony and folktales celebrate seasonal change
In November 2025, photographer Ed Smith is embarking on a year-long exploration of the River Spey and its surrounding valley. Using his canoe and kayak, Smith regularly ventures out onto the water, gathering photographs and conducting interviews to document the current state of the Spey region.
Just recently, the Portsoy Community Enterprise has unveiled a new geology wall that showcases the diverse rock types found in the local area. Mark speaks with the 'Stone Dyker', Euan Thompson, and the Salmon Bothy's manager, Anne McArthur, to learn more about this new educational display.
Elsewhere, Owen Pilgrim shares folktales and mythology that reflect our relationship with nature. Joining Mark and Rachel, Owen leads an autumnal tea ceremony and tells stories about the significance of letting go as the seasons change.
