Scotland
Which witch is which? A history of Scottish witchcraft
What would you do if the milk in your fridge soured a week early, or a seemingly healthy pot plant suddenly withered and died? Imagine blaming one of your neighbours, getting them arrested and then watching as they were strangled and burnt at the stake. This is pretty much what happened to almost four thousand…
Read MoreWhen Scotland offered the world the waters of life
A happy coincidence of tourism and therapy made Scotland’s hydropathic hotels a Victorian sensation, but their popularity just couldn’t last. The stereotypical view of 19th-century Scottish industry is not the most romantic of pictures: coal-mining across the Central Belt to fuel the Empire; shipbuilding on Clydeside to defend the Empire and to extend its commercial…
Read MoreDucking and diving – the tale of the eider duck
The much-loved eider duck is a conservation success story, but its insatiable appetite for Scotland’s finest shellfish has made it a raft of new enemies. Scouring the beach at Tentsmuir in Fife, as I walk, I’m constantly scanning the horizon with my binoculars, searching for waders and watching large seals haul themselves out of the…
Read MoreTen fantastic places to visit in… Edinburgh
Edinburgh is full of the hustle and bustle of the Edinburgh festivals just now. There’s shows to be seen throughout the city, but there’s far more to the Scottish capital than there. Here’s 10 suggestions. SCOTT MONUMENT Dedicated to the memory of Sir Walter Scott, the Victorian gothic monument is a little over 60m high.…
Read MoreTen fascinating facts about…. Largs
If you think of Largs in North Ayrshire, the chances are that you’ll associate it with ice cream. Nardini’s is a must-visit if you’re in the area, but there’s far more to Largs than its fantastic food! Here we round up 10 fascinating facts. An annual festival marks Largs’ historic links with the Vikings. The…
Read MoreLoch Ness Monster vs environmental waste
A lonely, scared Nessie ventures through a maze of tunnels to find new friends, but discovers her journey hampered by the sea of plastic which blocks her return. Forced to continue on she encounters a whole new world and with the help of her new acquaintances conquers the effects of pollution to make her way…
Read MoreHelp find Scotland’s champion for the Eat Game Awards
The search is on to find Scotland’s game hero as the Eat Game Award launches for the second time. There are many heroes in world of game cuisine… chefs & cooks, farmers’ market stalls, producers, restaurants, pubs, butchers, estate managers and retailers… but game is still not getting the recognition it deserves. Already in their…
Read MoreTen fantastic places to visit in… Glasgow
Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city, and with an abundance of character and culture, is well worth a visit. Whether you are a local, there on holiday or just a day trip, here are ten things you can’t visit Glasgow without doing. 1. Gallery of Modern Art This Gallery of Modern Art is Scotland’s most visited,…
Read MoreNew Macallan boutique opens at Heathrow
Travellers will be able to experience The Macallan at a new boutique in Heathrow Airport. The whisky has announced the opening of its latest Macallan Boutique in London. Descrirbed as a ‘home away from home’, the luxury boutique offers guests the chance to discover and purchase some of The Macallan‘s most prestigious whiskies, including expressions…
Read MoreWalkers: Check for deer stalkers before hitting the hills
Hillwalkers are being encouraged to check online for deer stalking information before setting out during the busiest part of the season. Scottish Natural Heritage (manages the Heading for the Scottish Hills website which provides details on deer stalking on estates between July and late October to help walkers avoid disturbing stalking. The website makes it…
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