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Jayne needs help to reach triathlon finals

A few years ago, Jayne Emery from Bridge of Earn, didn't go swimming because she didn't have the ability. Tonight, The Kirkstyle Inn is hosting...
A replica of the Hector, a ship that carried displaced Highlanders to North America.

The long walk to freedom after the Clearances

The Highland Clearances forced many to make desperate journeys in search of a new life. This is the inspiring story of one of them. More...

Walk the walk – the stunning Caledonian Challenge

Don’t just talk about it – take part in the Caledonian Challenge and embark on an unforgettable journey through some of Scotland’s most stunning scenery....

How a Scotsman took cricket to South Africa

In 1877, young Scotsman James Douglas Logan emigrated to South Africa. Within a few years he had made his fortune through business, politics and his...
Sir Walter Scott

10 great Scottish writers and their renowned work

There are numerous renowned writers all over the world, and we can get lost in a sea of novels, poems and other great works that...

A festive celebration – written in Scots

The 12 Days O Yule is the perfect children’s book to sing along to. This is a beautifully illustrated Scots version of the original Christmas...

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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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A Dram with Ben Curtis, The Single Cask: ‘Older doesn’t always mean better. It’s the cask that makes the whisky’

It has been a busy year for the team at The Single Cask as they opened up their new flagship bar in Singapore and expanded...
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Gin Bothy unveils plans for a whisky distillery on a historic smuggling route

Scottish producer Gin Bothy has unveiled plans for a whisky distillery on a historic smuggling route.  The distillery in Glen Prosen, Angus, sits on land...
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Scotch Malt Whisky Society releases two new Taiwanese whiskies

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) has released two new Taiwanese whiskies. The whisky club is shining a spotlight on the five-year-old single malt Taiwanese...

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