Posts Tagged ‘sound of jura’

Film Crew Flies into Loch Melfort

Friday, July 24th, 2009

I dont think the Chartroom II Bistro has ever been busier. First class kids entertainment courtesy of Tiger Aspects film crew hiring in a helicopter to take shots above the Corryvreckan whirlpool, the third largest in the world, for Robson Greens new Channel 5 series Extreme Swimming.

Helicopter Landing in the Field

Helicopter Landing in the Field

When the series hits our screens we expect to see stunning footage of not only the whirlpool, but also the many tidal races that lie between the many islands in the Sound of Jura, at least one of which runs faster than the Corry. The scenery here is simply beautiful and attracts outdoor enthusiasts from all over the world for it’s rich marine and island wildlife such as whales, dolphins and eagles and it’s extreme sea kayaking.

Heading out to the Corryvreckan Whirlpool

Heading out to the Corryvreckan Whirlpool

The helicopter was in and out of the hotel field for about 4 hours, much to the disgust of the cows!

Returning from the Whirlpool

Returning from the Whirlpool

Robson Green Films Near Loch Melfort

Friday, July 24th, 2009

Robson Green and the Tiger Aspect film crew are staying at the hotel filming the latest in his extreme series called Extreme Swimming.

Robson Green in the Binocular Lounge

Robson Green in the Binocular Lounge

Robson’s last series, Extreme Fishing, saw him travelling the world to hunt and battle huge fish, often taking to the water in search of rare underwater creatures. This time round, it’s Extreme Swimming, which will be an “adrenaline-fuelled tour of Britain’s waters” including waterfalls, pools, rivers and wild sea locations such as the extreme coastline around the Sound of Jura.

Robson and Rachel on the Stairs

Robson and Rachel on the Stairs

As well as an exploration of Britain’s wildest waterways, Robson will be meeting the hardy souls who make them their playground.