Weaving a new future for the Highlands’ historic Fort George?

Robyn Mackintosh, who works at Prickly Thistle’s mill, would like more Highlanders to have the chance to do what she does.

“There is something really beautiful about seeing tartan come to life,” she says.

“You can feel the vibrations under your feet. It’s very rhythmic, it’s very melodic, very meditative.”

She adds: “It’s an incredible place to work. I think I am very, very lucky in that this is the only place in the Highlands of Scotland where you can weave tartan.”

Robyn believes small micro mills could thrive at the large fort, adding: “Let’s bring it home, let’s keep it here, let’s use a facility that is there ready for us.”