Scotland
The Macallan releases the spirit of the 1950s
The Macallan has unveiled the latest release in the Exceptional Single Cask range – an exquisite and delicate expression that was distilled in 1950. The 1950s represent a significant period in the history of The Macallan with investment in the construction of new buildings on site and modernisation of existing buildings, the purchase of additional…
Read MoreA classic piece of writing from Sir Walter Scott
The Lady of the Lake is a vivid and gripping tale of deception, romance and mystery told with the backdrop of some of Scotland’s most breathtaking scenery. It emphasises the vivid language used by Sir Walter Scott. The Lady of the Lake signified the peak of Scott’s reputation as a poet and was a sensation…
Read MoreThe Trojans brought to the stage by war survivors
Real-life innocent survivors of a conflict are to tell the story of The Trojans at this year’s Fringe. Hiba is standing in the garden of the council house she shares with her family in Milton of Campsie, near Glasgow. It’s a long way from Syria, the country they fled after Hiba’s school was shelled by…
Read More10 fantastic places to visit in… Moray
If you’ve ever been fortunate enough to spend some time in Elgin, you’ll know what a fantastic area it is. There are so many historic attractions nearby, only a short drive away, while newer attractions, and natural beauty, is easy to find. We present 10 places we recommend to visit. BUCKIE DISTRICT FISHING HERITAGE MUSEUM…
Read MoreTurn back the clock to the 1930s at New Lanark
Put your 1930s glad rags on, step back in time and join all the fun at New Lanark in the coming weeks. Experience the changes which were beginning to take place at New Lanark in the 1930s. New Lanark’s Back To The 1930s will be open from noon-4pm on Sunday, 1 September. It’s a chance…
Read MoreNorth Coast 500 is miles ahead in VisitScotland poll
The creation of the North Coast 500 has been named as one of the greatest moments for Scottish tourism in the last 50 years. The iconic touring route, which brings thousands of visitors to the North Highlands each year, took one of the top positions both nationally and regionally in a public poll created by…
Read MoreWatch our exclusive video of Scottish wildcat kittens
The rare Scottish wildcat is a wonderful sight to behold. The UK’s only native feline and most endangered mammal needs to be protected, and work to preserve them is taking place at the Aigas Field Centre in Beauly, Inverness-shire. Since 2011, Aigas Field Centre has been contributing to an important national programme to bring back…
Read MoreScotch whisky unites with Cornish Pirates
Cornish might and Scottish malt are set to become a winning combination. Spirits firm Ian Macleod Distillers are teaming up with English rugby union team Cornish Pirates, in a three-year sponsorship deal. Following the deal, the independently owned distiller’s flagship brands Edinburgh Gin and Glengoyne Highland Single Malt, will become the official gin and whisky…
Read More10 fascinating facts about… Fife
The Kingdom of Fife has an important role to play in the history of Scotland. Linking east central Scotland with the north, it is home to so many ancient and important buildings. Here we present 10 fascinating facts. Chariots of Fire’s famous opening scene was shot on St Andrews’ West Sands. Leuchars RAF base is…
Read MoreA chance meeting changed her life forever
Sasha Roseberry’s life isn’t as exciting as she had imagined it when a teenager, in Leap Year: A Time to Remember. Her job in the Five-Plus-The-One shop, traipsing round the isles and selling discounted, substandard products, only just pays her bills, regardless of her steady rise to a management position over the years. Then a…
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