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Ian Hamilton

@ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social
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Journalist, guide dog owner, potter

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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
My latest blog, this week I have a guest blogger, piano tuna and a fellow Guide Dog Owner Mark Pemberton ihamilton.substack.com/p/persian-ru...
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Persian rugs & Zebra Crossings!
Guest Blog this week from my friend Mark Pemberton
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Can’t believe this week is my hundredth post. An update on Sully, and a look back ihamilton.substack.com/p/welcome-to...
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Welcome to all my new subscribers and my 100th post
This week I have chosen 5 from the archive
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
My mission was to get us from the station to home. my latest blog  ihamilton.substack.com/p/the-spy-wh...
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The spy who walked me home
Picture of Ian and Sully standing together in a doorway.
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Two steps forward, one step back. My latest blog about guide dog training https://ihamilton.substack.com/p/you-dont-always-get-what-you-want?r=2loqbe&utm_medium=ios
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You dont always get what you want
Two steps forward, one step back
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Extra thursday thought. #BlindWorld #Scotland ihamilton.substack.com/p/the-proble...
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The problem with you sighted people is..you look with your eyes!!
Searching for something without looking!
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
Zebra hunting with Sully my latest blog. #GuideDog #GermanShepherd ihamilton.substack.com/p/zebra-hunt...
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Zebra hunting with Sully
Week 5
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
In my latest blog, Sully and I navigate Glasgow with everything it has to offer with a new guide Dog. ihamilton.substack.com/p/sully-goes...
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Sully goes to Glasgow
Sully’s Journey: week Four
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Sully’s introduction to television my latest blog. #GuideDogs#BBCScotland #GermanSheppard ihamilton.substack.com/p/sullys-int...
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Sully’s introduction to filming on location
Sully journal: week three
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Week two with Sully, my latest blog, “getting to know you“ open.substack.com/pub/ihamilto...
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What Sully did next!
Sully journal: Week Two
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
The day Sully came to stay, my latest blog, my new guide Dog has landed. open.substack.com/pub/ihamilto...
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A new chapter begins
(Picture of Ian in profile looking at his new Guide Dog in training called Sully)
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
Part two of my journal filming #MyKindOfTownScotland St Andrews open.substack.com/pub/ihamilto...
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My kind of town, St Andrews Part Two
Journal Format: Sky, Sea & Fairway
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
My Kind of Town has wrapped in St. Andrew's! What a week. We've filmed with charities, learned about the history of the town and university. I also tried some #golf. While we've not been filming, I've tried to brush up on some darts and pool #standrews #history #flying #scotland
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
For our latest filming, I spoke to a man was a pilot at RAF Leuchars. I got an aircraft tour of the St. Andrew's area, but when our cameraman came to do extra shots, for some reason he wanted a professional pilot and not me #Scotland #mykindoftownscotland #aircraft #flying
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
I have a connection to #StAndrews. Danny Rooney met one of my own previous #guidedogs! He met Renton, a German Shepherd I had, and was inspired to become a puppy raiser. Great to meet him and Sultan and I hope he goes on to become a great working dog for someone #dog #scotland
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Before coming to St. Andrew's, I thought it was all history, education, and golf. But there is another side here that students and tourists don't see. I met some people who are making a difference to those experiencing hard times #mykindoftownscotland #scotland #standrews #scottish #BBCScotland
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Our second full day of filming in St. Andrew's is done. We delved into the history of this ancient Fife town, finding out about its origins around religion and education. I walked on a road that thousands of pilgrims took here #mykindoftownscotland #scotland #history #scottishhistory #fife #religion
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
This year, St. Andrew’s is My Kind of Town! Here’s the start of our filming. It started with me being abandoned in blazing sunshine with no water. So far, so good… youtube.com/shorts/TDWX2...
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Gowns in the Town without a frown! Day 1 filming in St. Andrew's #mykindoftownscotland #bbc
YouTube video by My Kind of Town Scotland
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
Cowboy hat and clogs, my take on the World Cup. Read my latest blog. Please subscribe. open.substack.com/pub/ihamilto...
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Imagine a World Cup where every country had to wear one item of national dress.
It would certainly give the tournament a different kind of flair.
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
In this year’s Commonwealth Games, there are more medals available for parasport than in any other previous Games. 47 are up for grabs. I met one hopeful, wheelchair racer from Team Scotland, Melanie Woods #scotland #Glasgow #glasgow2026 #commonwealthgames #sport
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
What did the Romans ever do for us, sorry, I mean what did AI ever do for me? my latest blog. open.substack.com/pub/ihamilto...
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My Invisible Friend
What has AI ever done for me?
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
In my new blog I have just published links to#MyKindOfTownScotlan YouTube channel. Plus I had a dig around in the archives and found my #BlindManWith series have a Reid and click on the videos open.substack.com/pub/ihamilto...
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Blind Man with a hedge Trimmer!
Above is a screen shot of the You Tube Channel And here is the link You Tube clips
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 31/05/2026
While waiting for a new guide Dog life seems to be moving in ever decreasing circles open.substack.com/pub/ihamilto...
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No dog on the horizon
Ever-Decreasing Circles
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
I’m slowly putting up clips for “ my kind of town” a series I present for Bbc Scotland. youtu.be/ZQCotnc8F3o?...
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The Hidden History of Hartwood Hospital Asylum
YouTube video by My Kind of Town Scotland
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
Try not to overthink it. My latest blog open.substack.com/pub/ihamilto...
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When Practice Doesn’t Make Perfect
Pictures of some of Ians moss Pots
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
What goes on behind the scenes on My Kind of Town? Lots. That's the short answer. Here's a chat with some of the people making the programme, James our cameraman and Duncan our Producer/Director. Also featured is Graeme Johncock who will appear in the episode www.youtube.com/watch?v=09E3...
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Making My Kind Of Town: The Behind-the-Scenes of St Andrews
YouTube video by My Kind of Town Scotland
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
Back from my recce and back on the wheel. My latest Substack. open.substack.com/pub/ihamilto...
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Pottery Interval
(Picture of a pot ready to come off the wheel)
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
I’m slowly populating my YouTube channel of clips from #MyKindOfTownScotland series, please subscribe. www.youtube.com/@MyKindofTow...
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My Kind of Town Scotland
My Kind Of Town is a BBC Scotland series presented by journalist Ian Hamilton. Ian travels across Scotland meeting the people who make towns and communities what they are. From local characters and h...
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
In the '80s, I travelled blind with no tech, just instinct. Today, GPS and apps are everywhere, yet somehow the nerves still come along for the ride. Read this week’s blog.https://open.substack.com/pub/ihamilton/p/the-great-british-leap-of-faith-navigating?r=2loqbe&utm_medium=ios
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The Great British Leap of Faith: Navigating the Eighties Without a Map
(picture of Ian and his Guide dog Major being carefulngetting off the train.
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
Tomorrow I head out to do a recce for the new episode of #MyKindOfTown. To find out where we’re heading read my latest blog. open.substack.com/pub/ihamilto...
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All Change at My Kind of Town
Photo of Ian, with his guide dog Major( who passed away last year)
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
On the 7th of May here in Scotland there is a new template to help Blind people vote. To understand more watch this short video
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
On the 7th of May at the Scottish election a new voting system will be available for blind voters. It’s the only place in the UK where this will be used. Read more here. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Polling day to mark launch of new voting system for blind people
An improved system to safeguard the anonymous vote will be used across Scotland on 7 May.
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Where have you seen littering? Our latest story, out everywhere today, is about the road along Loch Lomond, the A82, and the funding cuts that are having an impact on rubbish collection in such a stunning environment www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Funding cuts turning beautiful Loch Lomond into 'rubbish dump'
Lost funding means a community group is no longer able to empty bins on the Loch Lomond tourist route.
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Is it too late for a call-up? I think Steve Clarke is looking for a goalkeeper, what are my chances? Anyway, filming at Hampden for a fascinating football story coming up in the next few weeks
Me being led out at Hampden Park football stadiumClose up of Scotland jerseys in the changing room Shot of me in Hampden Park with blue skies above me
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 12/04/2026
My Employment options and how I got here my latest blog open.substack.com/pub/ihamilto...
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Have a read my latest Substack, my trip to a football match, my first for 30 years. open.substack.com/pub/ihamilto...
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A numb bum and sent home early!
Back at Fir Park After Thirty Years
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
They've long been our best friend - but could #dogs now save us in an emergency? They're partnering with paramedics who go to Search and Rescue operations in central #Scotland. Read more below, and look out for TV coverage www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Dogs drafted in to help paramedics in water rescue searches
Handlers say the dogs can quickly search large areas, allowing specialist crews to focus on rescue work.
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 05/04/2026
A numb bum and sent home early, my latest Substack. open.substack.com/pub/ihamilto...
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A numb bum and sent home early!
Back at Fir Park After Thirty Years
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 15/03/2026
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We will always have Krakow
Part One: the one perk of being blind!
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
Tomorrow morning 9am #MyKindOfTown watch me on #BBCTwo where I explore #BathGate
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
My latest Substack read and enjoy substack.com/@ianhamilton...
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Well this was hysterical, how to escape in the event of an emergency with a group of blind people, me leading!
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
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The kind of gothic pile that creaked if someone broke wind in bed
Notes from a blind assessment centre
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
Start your Sunday in Fife! Latest episode of My Kind of Town features Cupar, tomorrow at 9am on BBC Two. If you miss the broadcast, don't worry you can stream every episode from across Scotland on BBC iPlayer whenever you fancy #MyKindOfTown #Cupar #Fife #BBCScotland #BBCiPlayer
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
Why does it always rain on me? My latest blog ihamilton.substack.com/p/lets-talk-....
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Lets talk weather: Day 9. Foggy, Christine joked that if I could see, I still wouldn’t be able to see anything. And yes, it was raining.
Picture of Ian with his “big jacket” on and his hood up and his glasses on to protect his eyes.
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 15/02/2026
How to make the most of your own luck. Doing nothing is not a strategy. my latest blog. open.substack.com/pub/ihamilto...
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You Make The Most of Your Own Luck
(Saying yes to opportunities.
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
The Scotland England game on #ITV had absolutely no atmosphere. Clearly not enough microphones in the stadium. The commentator sounded like he was doing it from home on the sofa.
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Today interviewing FM John Swinney about a disability ‘takeover’ of the Scottish Cabinet. Senior Scottish politicians heard about what challenges disabled people face and what solutions they want to see. On Radio Scotland’s Drivetime and the News at Seven BBC Scotland Channel from 7pm
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
How I’ve had to adjust my life while waiting for a new guide Dog. My latest blog. Copy post link ihamilton.substack.com/p/waiting-fo...
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Waiting For Doggo
(Picture of a white cane folded up on a black counter,it has a small ball at the end of it)
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 31/01/2026
Tomorrow morning, Sunday, #MyKindofTown* is back on #BBC2 at 9am with a double episode. People across the #UK can watch and get to know two cracking #Scottish towns. This week it’s #Wick and #Hawick.
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
What would you do if your home was destroyed? For many Ukrainians in Scotland, that's the situation they find themselves in. Amid peace deal talks, will they have a choice about staying or returning? Our latest story across BBC Scotland www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Can Scotland's Ukrainian refugees ever go home?
With no progress in peace talks and Russia continuing to bomb Ukraine, refugees in Scotland look to the future.
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Ian Hamilton @ianhamiltonbbc.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
What would you do if your home was destroyed? For many Ukrainians in Scotland, that's the situation they find themselves in. Amid peace deal talks, will they have a choice about staying or returning? Our latest story across BBC Scotland www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Can Scotland's Ukrainian refugees ever go home?
With no progress in peace talks and Russia continuing to bomb Ukraine, refugees in Scotland look to the future.
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