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The Peoples History Show – STV

Our Very own Mark Nicol on The Peoples History Show – STV………

Mark Nicol 24 Mar 2017 The Borderlands 1 min read · written story

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Tonight our very own Mark Nicol is on “The Peoples History Show” STV 8pm presenting a segment on the Border Reiver – Johnnie Armstrong of Gilknockie…..

This wont be shown on Border TV but available from the STV Player.

Be sure not to miss it!!!

Film created byMark NicolCreator · Filmmaker · Guide · SpeakerMark Nicol created and hosts Discover Scottish Borders. Since 2012, he has researched, scouted and presented 300 films, bringing the places and stories of the Borderlands to life.

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