Gabh Turas

By Aileen Ogilvie

I thought it would be fitting to submit this short film I created as it captures the Spirit of the people in the Highlands.

Through Gabh Turas I embarked on a journey to create a new piece of music inspired by moving image for the 'Creative (re)use of Archive Film' module I undertook in 2020 as part of my MA in Contemporary Art & Archaeology.

This short film tells the story of the early days of the North of Scotland Kart Club and features archive footage captured by my Grandmother in the 1970s.

This film is dedicated to those who shared a dream to create the North of Scotland Kart Club and their efforts to raise funds for and create the Littleferry race circuit. It is also dedicated to the memory of Meg Polson, Peter Polson (Jnr.) and Peter Polson MBE who had his last lap of his beloved track in October 2021.

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Share your memories of racing and outdoor activities in the Highlands and Islands

Stories are at the heart of what we do as a project and we are always looking to learn more about what the Highlands and Islands means to people who live, work, and visit here.

The connections between a person and sports can be vital to the very essence of community in any given place. We would love to know, what are your favourite memories you or your family associate with karting or racing in the Highlands and Islands? Tell us below, we can't wait to hear from you!

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