MARTIN Compston has invited fans to say hello as he sets out to make a six-part travel show on the BBC that will “showcase what makes modern Scotland tick”. 

Compston will be joined in his hosting duties by his friend and fellow media personality, Phil MacHugh, as they embark on a journey to explore the nation in the show that's been commissioned by BBC Scotland.

The programme will look to exhibit the best of Scottish culture and everything that it has to offer the world as the pair visit the landscapes, cities and people that define Scotland.  

Compston tweeted: "Can’t wait to hit the road with @Phil_machugh and @TernTelevision if you see us on our travels come say hello!"

It is hoped that the show will emulate the success of shows like Men in Kilts, which centred around the travels of Outlander stars Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish.  

Compston’s programme will be made by Scottish production company, Tern Television, which was behind other hits like Scotland’s Sacred Islands, Grand Tours of Scotland's Lochs and Inside the Zoo.  

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Compston said: “I've travelled all over the country for work and leisure, but this is the first time I'll be meeting real modern Scots on camera, sharing their thoughts and passions. 

“We're excited to get stuck in, and to experience the best that Scotland has to offer in the 21st century.” 

MacHugh said: “Scotland has so much to offer the world and as a modern Scot, I am so excited to be joining my mate Martin to showcase the best of our culture, our language and our spirit in this brand new series. 

“It's going to be lots of fun and full of surprises.” 

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Louise Thornton, head of commissioning at BBC Scotland, said: “We’re thrilled to be working with Martin Compston on this new series and to let viewers see another side to one of the country’s top acting talents as he and his friend Phil take a deep dive into contemporary Scotland. 

"It is a really exciting project, developed by Tern TV and BBC Scotland, working in partnership with BBC Two as part of our ongoing commitment to more nations and network co-production.” 

David Marshall, head of entertainment at Tern Television, said: “Marrying Britain’s top talent with their passions is a Tern sweet spot. Martin is royalty in Scotland and a passionate patriot, so who better to take viewers on an entertaining journey. 

“But this series isn’t just a sedate tour of the familiar sites. It’s a visceral and experiential trip, contrasting hilarious moments and fascinating revelations with universal themes of identity, friendship and social good.”