Fiona became a local tour guide in 2017 after working in tourism and then as a university lecturer for 20 years. With an MA in Tourism and Leisure Management, she draws on her previous professional knowledge and experience to create interesting, detailed field trips. 

"I love sharing the big Solway skies, sweeping coastlines, rich wildlife habitats and hidden history with visitors. To add interest to my tours I have become an avid collector of secret Solway stories - the quirky, hidden, unexpected tales from history and local life.  Having lived close to the Solway estuary for nearly 20 years, I am fortunate to have a large network of local contacts who each have their own knowledge and love of Solway life.  Where possible I try to include some of this Solway knowledge in my courses.

My aim in my courses is to create an enjoyable and authentic insight into Solway life, as well as sharing the history and stories of the area as we go on a journey 'through time' and through the stunning local landscape.  Through my work I also aim to support local communities by working with different charities and small businesses in the area."