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 • Small islands thinking big, quirky events make a comeback, and a royal visit

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY • With exhibitions and events slowing returning, you can celebrate Scotland wherever you are

Notes from the Isles • Our writer realises living in a small community comes with both advantages and (occasional) disadvantages…

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

City of Culture • Scotland’s most populous city is packed with heritage attractions that can easily rival the capital

GOING UNDERGROUND

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WRITTEN IN THE STARS • A true visionary when it came to architecture, the 3rd Marquess of Bute’s most ambitious project was also his most personal

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REWIND, REWILD • As the world meets to discuss climate change at COP26 in Glasgow, we look at efforts taking place to restore Scotland to her natural state, so it can be enjoyed by future generations

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THE PERFECT GIFT FOR FAMILY & FRIENDS

Clinging by a CLAW • Will a large-scale project that aims to release Scottish wildcats into the Cairngorms save this struggling species?

IN ON THE action • Ahead of the release of the sixth series of Outlander, here’s how you can have your own adventure in some of the show’s key locations

THE UNPOPULAR KING • Considered a failure by many, could James III be credited at least with bringing Scotland into the Renaissance age?

NO STANDING STILL • Without stills there would be no whisky, and the company that makes them has had to adapt to the times

TASTING NOTES

BURNS HERALDED • Robert Burns wanted his own Coat of Arms so much, he planned out each detail. Now, 225 years after his death, his wish has come true

LET THEM EAT HAGGIS • The past president of the Robert Burns World Federation, Marc R Sherland, tells us how to host the perfect Burns Supper

IN SEARCH OF DISSENTERS • If your ancestor broke away from the Kirk, then you may have to dig a little deeper to find their records

PLAID IT SAFE • Considered an at-risk craft, one company is doing all it can to inspire and train the next generation of kiltmakers

Delight & reunite • Our US-based writer prepares some of the dishes that remind her ‘mom’ of their Scottish heritage, just in time for the festive season

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Out of darkness must COME LIGHT • Megan Eaves goes in search of munros and starlight on the Knoydart Peninsula, but discovers a community spirit that burns brighter still

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FLAWLESS FLORA • Flora MacDonald risked her life to rescue Bonnie Prince Charlie, but where did her staunch moral compass take her next? We follow our Outer Hebridean heroine across the Atlantic

THE STORY BEHIND… • Novelist and broadcaster John MacKay shares the inspiration behind his sweeping family saga, Home