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The First War of Independence in verse

De Moray a 2000 line epic poem, and when I say poem, I mean that it is written in rhyming couplets. None of your contemporary...
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Exhibitions at the National Galleries of Scotland 2022

A world-first exhibition dedicated to sharing the remarkable story of Scotland’s key role in popularising modern French art is one of several highlights of the...

Rambler Iain returns to our screens in new series

A second series of Iain Robertson Rambles begins this week. This second run follows the original two-parter that aired in January 2021 and was a...

Top poets support StAnza’s Scotland’s Young Makars project

StAnza, Scotland’s International Poetry Festival, has launched an innovative mentoring programme in the new year to nurture up and coming poetic talent. Scotland’s Young Makars...

Ten Scottish tales to appeal to children

Acclaimed children’s writer Lari Don retells ten spellbinding fables from across Scotland. She showcase the magic of Scottish storytelling as we meet fairies and selkies,...

New beer supports Doddie Weir’s foundation

A new beer is being released, to support the charity of former Scotland rugby hero Doddie Weir. St Andrews Brewing Company have announced the release...

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How the UK–India trade deal opens door in the Scotch whisky industry

Euan Duncan, a Partner at law firm Morton Fraser MacRoberts, on how the UK–India trade deal will affect Scottish whisky and the importance of geographical...
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Scottish Field Summer Challenge 2025 Results

For 25 years – a quarter of a century – the Scottish Field Whisky Challenge has been helping readers to discover some of the best...
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A Dram with Stewart Bowman, Lochranza: ‘Whisky is not just about making something to drink. It’s about the people and the place, it’s a journey’

Lochranza distillery manager Stewart Bowman chats about his career in whisky, his favourite flavour profiles and what makes Lochranza and Arran whisky so special.  ...
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Ardbeg Smokiverse explores a new high gravity dimension

Islay-based Ardbeg Distillery has unveiled Ardbeg Smokiverse - its new limited-edition release to mark Ardbeg Day 2025, which takes place on Saturday 31st May as the...
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Glen Scotia reveals oldest ever whisky – a 50-year-old that’s the first edition in its new Elements series

Glen Scotia has unveiled a 50-year-old as the first edition in its new Elements of Campbeltown collection. The Elements of Campbeltown Collection takes inspiration from...
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The Macallan unveils single malts inspired by Charles Rennie Mackintosh – including rare 46 Year Old

The Macallan has launched two single malts inspired by Scottish artist Charles Rennie Mackintosh, including a 46 Year Old whisky. Inspired by Mackintosh’s 1902 stained-glass...

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