Scotland Magazine

Published 6 times a year every issue of Scotland Magazine delves in to the history of Scotland; from the mysterious clans to the great leaders, from the spirited creative individuals to the historical life of Scotland’s greatest castles and houses. Filled with the wonderful hidden secrets of the country, Scotland Magazine captures the spirit of this great nation, explores its history and heritage and recommends great places to visit.

Scotland Magazine

Editor’s letter

CLAN COURIER • As a St Andrews landmark closes, a new Walter Scott-inspired viewpoint opens

EDITOR’S DIARY • As one year ends and other begins, this issue our editor is thinking of some of the things she’s most excited about in Scotland in 2024

Notes from the Isles • This issue, our friend in the north learns the story behind a prized piece of jewellery and tentatively indulges her passion for foraging

WE’VE GOT MAIL • A selection of messages from our readers across the globe

CLAN SEATS • Our resident Scottish genealogist brings us 12 of his favourite Scottish castles and the clans and families linked to them

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QUAICH MAKERS • Our photojournalist visits a pewtersmith to find out about the work that goes into keeping the traditional metalwork going

ETIQUETTE OF WEARING YER KILT • In the first of a new series, our Scotsman reveals some of the dos and don’ts of kilt-wearing, and answers the question you all want to know…

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HIGHLAND FLINGS • Each year many clan celebrations and events take place across the world – here are some of the best

Win an escape to the remote island of Luing • Enter our competition for your chance to win a luxurious stay with WildLuing

KEEP IT IN THE FAMILY • How do you stay connected with your clan wherever you are in the world? By joining a clan society, of course

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The east made easy • Though the West Highlands’ charms are well reported, the attractions of the East Highlands have often been unfairly overlooked, as our writer discovers on her car-free visit

A WELL BURIED SECRET • Were funds intended for a future Jacobite rising all spent or do they lie hidden somewhere in the Highlands?

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Founding the STEWART DYNASTY • Following the downfall of the Bruces, Scotland’s most famous royal family step out of the shadows

The secret peninsula • Kilchoan is the most westerly village in mainland Britain, which makes discovering it all the more special

Beyond Callanish • Our writer travels the B8011, an unheralded road that winds its way through stunning island scenery to Uig, a hidden corner of the Isle of Lewis

GATEWAY TOSCOTLAND • Join one of these handpicked tours that will guide you round our beautiful cities or transport you from the cultural hubs to the wilds of rural Scotland…

THE STORY BEHIND… • Best-selling author Alexander McCall Smith tells us about his new Edinburgh-based series, and why he thinks Scotland’s romance and intimacy appeals to readers from all over the world