Linda talks to Scott MacKenzie

In the first episode of the Gamekeepers’ Welfare Trust Podcast, Linda Mellor speaks with experienced gamekeeper and stalker Scott Mackenzie about the enduring nature of a life spent on the land. With humour and heartfelt honesty, Scott reflects on what has kept him in gamekeeping over the years, and how the role shapes not only his daily routine, but his friendships, identity, and sense of purpose.

They discuss the deep sense of purpose that comes with traditional roles, the misconceptions gamekeepers face, and how social media, used wisely, can help bring more understanding to an often-misunderstood profession. Scott reflects on the highs and lows of sharing his life online, the changes in land management, and the pride he feels seeing his daughter follow in his footsteps. This is a thoughtful, grounded conversation about legacy, landscape, and the quiet strength of living a life that’s more than just a job—it’s a calling.

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