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Killer whales photographed from the land during the 2018 Orca Watch. (Photo: Colin Bird/ Sea Watch Foundation)

Scottish sea spotters wanted for whale and dolphin watch

Scottish sealife lovers are being asked to play their part in this year's National Whale and Dolphin Watch. Run by the Sea Watch Foundation, a...

Get ready for a fantastic knight out this weekend

Noble knights will battle it out at Linlithgow Palace this weekend as two days of spectacular jousting returns. Visitors will hear the thunder of hooves...
24 Doors of Advent gives people the chance to look behind the doors of 24 buildings in Edinburgh

Gathering aims to boost Scotland’s future in tourism

Professionals from all over the world are coming together this Thursday to discuss Scotland’s future in tourism. Our country is known around the world for...
Parts of Scotland are often brought to a standstill by flooding

New solution launched to counter flooding danger

When glorious sunshine is covering Scotland on days like today, it's easy to forget about the danger of flooding. Edinburgh-based inventor, Gary Martin, has pioneered...

Calling the shots as Calibre film is released

Matt Farnham reviews Calibre, released as part of the Edinburgh International Film Festival. When expectant father Vaughn joins old school best friend Marcus on a...
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Ten things to do in Perthshire this summer

Perthshire is one of the most naturally stunning and diverse counties in Scotland. Steeped in history and culture, there’s plenty to discover. Perthshire accommodates a...
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The slow staycation: How to take a tranquil city break in London

London, a famously frenetic city, might seem like an odd choice for a relaxing break, but it all depends on how you do it. Eilidh...

Father’s Day Gift Guide

Dad's are notoriously tricky to buy for, right? So as the countdown to Father's Day begins (heads-up, it's on 15th June this year) you might...
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Review: Pestana Royal Hotel, Madeira

I had never really considered Madeira for a holiday break until it came up through my online flight search: ‘Destination - anywhere, budget - under...
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Review: Hotel du Vin, Newcastle

Alister Tenneb enjoyed a weekend get-a-way at the glamorous Hotel du Vin in the bustling city of Newcastle.   Less than a three hour drive...
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Top festive things to do and see near Pitlochry

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city during the festive season and head north to the lively small town of Pitlochry with our top...
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Review: Nature meets luxury on an autumn break at Cumbria’s Hidden River Cabins

Morag Bootland heads south of the border for a relaxing dog-friendly, family break at Hidden River Cabins in Cumbia. As we drive through the beautiful...
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The slow staycation: How to take a tranquil city break in London

London, a famously frenetic city, might seem like an odd choice for a relaxing break, but it all depends on how you do it. Eilidh...
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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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Review: Leftfield, Edinburgh

Editor Richard Bath revisits Edinburgh’s Leftfield, a venerable Bruntsfield restaurant which has just undergone a refurbishment and remains one of the capital's finest bistros.  ...
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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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The Spanish Butcher, Edinburgh celebrates its first birthday and the rise of Galician Blond beef

RUSK & RUSK, the independent Scottish restaurant group behind the award-winning dining concept, The Spanish Butcher, will this week mark its first year in Edinburgh...
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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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