Bloody Scotland was another crime success story

The Bloody Scotland crime writing festival had an attendance of over 10,000 for the first time. McIlvanney Prize winner, Manda Scott, set the tone for the weekend when she announced that in the spirit of cooperation reflected by the climate protests she wished to abandon rivalry and share the prize with her fellow finalists –…

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Stirling’s secrets are revealed in a new book

Stirling is Scotland’s smallest Royal City, and also one of its newest. But, strangely, it’s also the ancient capital and one of the most important locations in all of Scottish history. On Monday 30 September, Extremis Publishing is releasing a new book by Murray Cook. With full-colour illustrations, Digging into Stirling’s Past: Uncovering the Secrets…

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Life in the fast lane as motorsport comes to Scotland

The British Touring Car Championship is coming to Scotland this weekend, as Knockhill hosts the competition event on 14/15 September. Colin Turkington and Andrew Jordan are set to renew the battle for the competition, as Tom Oliphant targets his maiden series victory north of the border. Team BMW’s Turkington and BMW Pirtek Racing stablemate Jordan…

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Scotland at your fingertips with the Waldorf Astoria

Enjoy a luxurious stay coupled with bespoke experiences to showcase the best that Scotland has to offer. To complement the variety of quality attractions on its doorstep, Waldorf Astoria has added a number of luxury experiences designed to transport guests to some of Scotland’s most beautiful landscapes and hidden gems. Introducing the hotel’s new Cultural…

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Wallace Monument birthday party details revealed

A day of celebrations have been lined up to mark the 150th birthday of the National Wallace Monument in Stirling. Stirling Provost Christine Simpson will launch the anniversary day which will include song and dance performances from the local Monument School of Performing Arts, gripping battle stories from costumed soldiers and a guided archaeologist’s tour…

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Finding fabulous fare for the Forth Food Festival

The Forth Valley Food Festival is returning for a second year, after a successful launch last year. Running from 11-20 October and showcasing the region’s diverse larder, this year’s food festival trail is already taking shape, with a range of fun activities on offer from wild cocktail making to farm tours. Over 14 local food…

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Hopetoun was once part of a Victorian estate

An impressive home with a fascinating history is available to purchase. Hopetoun, in Blairhoyle, Port Of Menteith, Stirling, is brought to the market by Galbraith. Hopetoun once formed part of the Blairquhoille Estate which included a Victorian mansion house, built in 1852 by the Grahams which was served by Hopetoun and at that time was…

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An insightful guide to the secrets of Stirling

Stirling, while remaining a small settlement throughout the past, is not to be underestimated and holds huge significance in Scottish history. It has been associated with some of the most famous names in Scotland, including William Wallace and Mary Queen of Scots, with Stirling Castle housing almost every Scottish monarch. Secret Stirling gives a vivid…

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The butterfly making a big Scottish comeback

A beautiful blue butterfly which has been struggling for the last 40 years could be making a comeback in Scotland, wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation can reveal. The Common Blue is the most widespread of the UK’s blue butterflies and during the record-breaking hot weather in 2018, the butterfly’s numbers increased by 29% across Scotland compared…

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Johnnie Walker is just the ticket for the Fringe

With the countdown to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe well and truly on, Johnnie Walker is going to make the experience even more special for lucky festival-goers. From today (Wednesday 31 July) those who purchases Fringe tickets online or via telephone will be in with a chance of winning a host of Johnnie Walker and Fringe-themed…

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