In this episode of Changing Spaces, I return to the Isle of Bute—my mother’s birthplace—for the first time since childhood. What began as a simple campervan journey quickly turned into an emotional homecoming filled with synchronicity, unexpected meetings, and stories long hidden within my family’s past.

From driving onto the ferry with a racing heart to finding myself welcomed by islanders who remembered my nan, my uncle, and even family secrets once kept quiet, this was more than travel—it was reconciliation. I discovered what it means to be a Brandane, connected with extraordinary people like Billy and Bobby, and began weaving together the threads of ancestry, identity, and belonging.

This is not just a story about Scotland, but about how place, memory, and people awaken something within us. If you’ve ever revisited your roots or wondered what it means to belong, this episode will speak to you.

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