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Our top 10 inventions that hail from Scotland

We all know that Scotland is the land of invention, but alongside the country’s biggest achievements are many lesser known gifts that Scotland has given...

The perfect book for the deer stalker

Ingeniously combining facts, trivia, advice and personal observation with fictional short stories, this is the perfect book for every deer stalking enthusiast. Covering everything from...
Gillian Parkhouse takes on the role of Goldilocks while Jordan Young (far right) plays Joey the Clown.

Preview: King’s Panto – Goldilocks and The Three Bears

It is tantalisingly close to the most wonderful time of the year... While a debate between those who put their Christmas tree up before December...
Brigadier David Allfrey, chief executive and producer of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

Military tattoo tickets go on sale next week

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo has announced tickets for the 2020 show - ‘The Platinum Edition’ – will go on sale from 10am on Monday,...

Embrace the darkness with Britain at night

Dixe Wills embraces the darkness that is brought at sun-down by exploring Britain and sharing his thoughtful, and often riveting, experiences after sunset. From seeking...
John Byrne

Big names for the inaugural Paisley Book Festival

The full programme has been announced for the first-ever Paisley Book Festival. John Byrne celebrates his 80th year with a Big Birthday Bash in his...