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 • A Roman fort is discovered, and a Scottish baker celebrates international success

BEST-SELLING HEBRIDEAN BAKER

ROMAN FORTLET IS FOUND

TUGGING AT THE MUSICAL STRINGS

GOING FOR GOLD

EDITOR’S DIARY • Each issue, our editor pinpoints some of the things that have her circling her calendar. This issue, she is looking forward to some special events across Scotland’s stately homes and castles

Notes from the Isles • Our friend has some good news to report, plus she uncovers a hidden treasure…

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

FAR FROM FAIR ISLE

ENLIGHTEN yourself • Discover Edinburgh’s best attractions, from the Gothic atmosphere of the Old Town to the Georgian grandeur of the New Town and beyond…

THE GREATEST SHOW IN SCOTLAND • The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is renowned the world over for its spectacle and precision. But this iconic show had surprisingly humble beginnings…

When BRITANNIA ruled the waves • How the Royal Family’s former yacht became one of Britain’s best-loved attractions…

OLYMPIC GRADE • Our photojournalist visits Kays Scotland in Ayrshire, which makes the best curling stones in the world

THE HOUSE OF DUNKELD • In the third part of a series heralding the kings and queens of Scotland, we pick up the story with the family of Macbeth

Living in the Great Garden • Our writer travels to Lismore to hear what life is like on this small west coast island known for its lush landscapes

TRAVELS WITH TOM • This issue our guide visits Colonsay and the neighbouring Isle of Oronsay

Win a luxury stay in St Andrews • Rufflets St Andrews is one of the historic town’s oldest hotels

LOCKHART • A murder, a King’s heart, and a duel-to-the-death: the story of one of Scotland’s great Lowland families…

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A STIRLING STAY • Our writer explains why Scotland’s only lake, hidden away in a picturesque corner of Stirlingshire, has always been one of his favourite places to visit

WIND, EARTH, AND FIRE • How a new tasting room on Orkney Mainland is paying homage to the heritage of the isles

THE MIGHTY FRONTIER • Author John H Reid suggests the resistance and threat of the Caledonians to the Roman Empire has been played down by historians

HIGHLAND FLINGS • The best Scottish-themed events and clan celebrations taking place across the world – start planning now

THE STORY BEHIND… • Scottish fiddler Iain Fraser explains how his new collaborative album tells the remarkable story of 800 Highlanders who crossed the globe in search of a better life