Synopsis
Travelling to Arran and Holy Isle, Ben Fogle learns how they're a haven for diverse faiths and beliefs, makes Jewish challah bread and visits a Buddhist peace centre.
- Programme: Scotland's Sacred Islands with Ben Fogle
- Series: 2
- Episode: 1
- Channel: BBC Scotland
- Broadcast year: 2021
- Religious Education
Licence: ERA Licence required
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
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