Posts Tagged ‘history’
A harrowing historical episode from Scotland
This new book from popular historian Jim Hunter explores the Sutherland Clearances, one of the most harrowing episodes in Scottish history. Hunter, whose previous work includes the critically acclaimed On the Other Side of Sorrow, takes the reader back to the harrowing times of early 19th century Scotland to witness the Sutherland clearances; the enforced…
Read MoreDoune Castle renamed in Game of Thrones takeover
Following the most anticipated finale in television history, four regions across the nation have been transformed into the World of Westeros from Game of Thrones. It marks the digital download release of Game of Thrones: The Final Season. In this Kingdom-wide takeover, Doune Castle in Stirlingshire, Blackpool, Essex, and London’s Covent Garden have all pledged…
Read MoreThe doomed Scottish colony in Central America
Darien, a jungle-clad province on the Panamanian isthmus, played a key role in the formation of Britain. The Company of Scotland’s attempt to establish a trading post and colony there in the late seventeenth century incurred massive debts that would become intrinsic to the negotiation of the Act of Union between England and Scotland in…
Read MoreDestinations for an unforgettable Scottish holiday
If you’re looking to enjoy the very best that Scotland has to offer, there’s a variety of fantastic accommodation to suit your needs. Whether you’d rather explore Scotland’s wild places, learn about its rich heritage, or just relax in luxury, we’ve rounded up a few of the best places to stay. A visit to Loch…
Read MoreThe capital’s courage and life during wartime
Edinburgh at War 1939-45 gives an in-depth glance into wartime Edinburgh, depicting the Second World War year by year. No one could escape war in Edinburgh and this book commemorates the workers and families torn apart and the people who survived the countless horrors the war yielded. This book is packed full of historical images…
Read MoreEquestrian property with a letting history now for sale
An equestrian property with a successful letting history is now for sale. Presented for sale by Galbraith, Balhaldie Farm near Dunblane comprises of a modern three bedroomed dwelling house with garden grounds, equestrian facilities including stable block, outdoor arena woodlands, paddocks and former agricultural outbuildings extending in all to 8.4 Ha (20.7 acres). The house…
Read More10 of Scotland’s worst ever rail distasters
Scotland has had its fair share of train related tragedy over the years. These are ten of the worst rail disasters in the history of Caledonian train travel. 1. Inverythan, 1882 As the four o’clock train carrying five loaded wagons and four carriages from Macduff to Inveramsay crossed a single track underbridge on 27 November,…
Read MoreThree new jet routes from Edinburgh take-off
Three new routes from Edinburgh Airport have officially taken-off this week. Loganair’s direct services to the Norwegian cities of Bergen (May 9) and Stavanger (May 10) have celebrated their inaugural departures. A seasonal link between the capital and Guernsey will also begin on Saturday (11 May), with a Tuesday connection commencing later this summer, and…
Read MoreTreasures from Roman hoard going on show
A stunning new exhibition will open on Saturday 11 May featuring many of the iconic pieces from the spectacular Traprain Treasure, found on Traprain Law 100 years ago. This is the first time this internationally significant Roman silver can be seen in East Lothian since its discovery in 1919. Being shown at the John Gray…
Read MorePeter Mullan’s Orphans find a new ‘home’
Scottish movie classic Orphans – released 20 years ago this month – is being celebrated by BBC Scotland. The recently launched channel is screening the film, directed by Peter Mullan and hailed internationally as a darkly comic masterpiece, on Saturday 11 May. Preceding the movie screening will be a specially commissioned new documentary Orphans Reunited,…
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