What do you get when you combine Scotland’s most popular location with one of its most interesting features? There are a total of 7 Isle of Skye castles for you to work your way around, ranging from rocky ruins to inhabited homes. Many have stories as dramatic as their locations Read more…
While the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond are beautiful, they’re outshone by a visit to Inchcailloch Island. It’s one of the 22 islands of Loch Lomond, each with their own name, story and quirks. One was planted with Yew trees by Robert the Bruce, one sheltered William Wallace, one is Read more…
The Legend of Fingal’s Cave is one of Scotland’s greatest stories, found alongside one of its most spectacular natural wonders! Situated on the tiny island of Staffa, this is a fantastic place to visit and if the weather is calm, then you can land and climb right inside Fingal’s Cave Read more…
You might have noticed that I’m a fan of stories, if you’re here then hopefully you are too! VisitScotland has named 2022 as Scotland’s Year of Stories which is something I’ve obviously been delighted by. Businesses, tourists and storytellers have been making the most of the themed year andtior there’s Read more…
When it comes to stories, the South of Scotland is full of them. Even better than that, this region of rolling hills and Border Ballads has plenty of storytellers as well. The storytelling tradition is strong here, so there really is no better way to explore the South of Scotland Read more…
There are few places in Scotland that can provide a glimpse into the past quite like a spending a day in Kilmartin Glen. In one small area you’ll discover standing stones, rock art, burial cairns, castles and even the centre of one of Scotland’s ancient kingdoms. A visit to Kilmartin Read more…
Scottish Kelpies are one of the most famous creatures of folklore, as well as one of the most dangerous. These supernatural beasts are found right across Scotland and are certainly not to be messed with. If there’s a loch or river nearby, you might have to keep your eyes open Read more…
Alas, it’s Men in Kilts Episode 8 and so the last of these reviews. It’s ending on a fitting note for Sam & Graham as well, all about the Battle of Culloden which is often marked as the ending of a way of life. This battle has become an iconic Read more…
It’s one of the best known towns in Scotland, famous for old courses and an even older cathedral. There’s more to the perfect day in St Andrews than just a round of golf or a visit to some ruins though. Scotland’s spiritual home deserves much more recognition as a place Read more…
Since I was a kid, a visit to Glamis Castle has been one of my favourite days out. We have thousands of castles of all sizes around the country, but this has always been near the top of my list. It’s equal parts elegant and foreboding, but I think the Read more…