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 • An iconic castle is to be restored, and a new play tells of Scotland’s greatest literary hoax

EDITOR’S DIARY • This issue our editor is considering how she will mark some of the biggest anniversaries in the year ahead

GET PACKING • Planning a countryside walk on your trip? Here’s what you’ll need

Notes from the Isles • A catch-up with old friends offers a great excuse for our friend to visit a historic landmark

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

Into The West • As a gateway to the isles, Oban is about as perfect a port town as one could hope to find

A TIGHT SHIP • A small-ship cruise in the Inner Hebrides turns out to be surprisingly sociable, as our assistant editor discovers

Life on Rum • Our writer reports back on a month spent volunteering on the Isle of Rum

Win a luxurious stay near Oban • Your chance to win an escape to the new-look Knipoch House Hotel

Fruit fixation • Our writer on the rise in popularity of marmalade, from humble preserve to Scottish breakfast-table staple

MURDER MYSTERY • Who really killed the Red Fox? Our storyteller investigates…

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Secrets of Scotland’s royal palace • A new book, released by the Royal Collection, reveals some of the untold stories of the Palace of Holyroodhouse

Cooking up a Skink • In a small coastal village on the Moray Coast, a traditional Scottish fish soup has taken the world by storm

In search of the Brahan Seer • In his new book, Andrew McKenzie attempts to tell the true story of Scotland’s legendary Nostradamus

RABBIE BURNS • As Burns Night approaches, our Scotsman examines the legacy of Scotland’s favourite son

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An expert’s guide to… DUNDEE • In the midst of a cultural renaissance, this compact eastern city is proof that good things do come in small packages

Looking for serenity • In new film, The Outrun, actress Saoirse Ronan returns to Scotland, a place that holds a special place in her heart

ODDS AGAINST ARBELLA • We look back at the life of a Stuart descendant denied the status she deserved

ON THE WILD SIDE • From meadows and mountains to lochs and the sea, these expert-led tours and experiences will take you to the places offering Scotland’s best wildlife-spotting opportunities

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

THE STORY BEHIND… • Composer Ned Bigham and Gaelic singer Màiri MacMillan discuss their new EP, The Heroic Ballads, which celebrates an old Scottish music tradition