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Aberdeen & Grampian – the land of castles
We take a trip through this north east corner of Scotland.
February 2010, Issue 49, page 31
America's navel hero
John Paul Jones was one of America's greatest battle commanders during the Revolution. Not bad for a poor boy from Kirkcudbright.
March 2008, Issue 37, page 43
Argyll – the best of three worlds
Argyll has something for everyone, offering visitors a taste of the very best of Scotland. Dominic Roskrow reports
February 2007, Issue 31, page 31
Beyond your wildest dreams
For the right money Dream Escape will provide your dream Scottish holiday.
October 2006, Issue 29, page 42
Bute's gothic palace
Of all of the early dynasties who dominated Scotland from the 12th century onwards, the Stewarts were the most successful and most resilient.
Walter Fitz Alan was among the Norman noblemen who accomp...
April 2008, Issue 38, page 14
Clan at the cutting edge of history (Murray)
James Irvine Robertson looks at the history of the clan Murray
March 2005, Issue 19, page 48
Edinburgh & the Lothians
Where to eat, visit and stay in Edinburgh & the Lothians
December 2006, Issue 30, page 34
Everything you need to know about... Scottish Clans
The word ‘clan' originates from the Gaelic language and simply means ‘family.' The population of the Lowlands, in particular the Scottish Borders, associated themselves with ‘families' (Armstron...
April 2008, Issue 38, page 74
Fife – a Kingdom to explore
A journey from Edinburgh to Dundee is an ideal way to discover the Kingdom of Fife. Dominic Roskrow reports
August 2005, Issue 22, page 33
Gael Force
Take a swift history lesson, from James II to Queen Victoria - and discover the influence of the Jacobites on Scotland's past
June 2002, Issue 2, page 36
Heavenly Delights
Sue Lawrence tempts us with some soft, gooey and mouth watering treats.
April 2010, Issue 50, page 44
Hidden gems close to Edinburgh
In association with HotelReviewScotland.com
May 2004, Issue 14, page 62
House of art & history
Charles Douglas visits Duff House, one of north east Scotland's greatest treasures.
October 2008, Issue 41, page 15
Invalid at home, Samson abroad
Isabella Bird wasn't the typical swash-buckling Scottish type of hero. But she was a hero. Sara Wilson explains why
November 2003, Issue 11, page 42
It's all uphill for the salmon
Steve Newman looks at he salmon as it returns to the river Tweed, and the animals and hazards it encounters on its way.
January 2004, Issue 12, page 42
Jewel in the crown - Culzean Castle
One of Robert Adam's finest creations, Culzean is a historic monument with much more up its sleeve than a pretty face and nice gardens
June 2002, Issue 2, page 16
Many strings to their bows
Scots grandees have a number of ceremonial roles based on history. One of the most prestigious is based around its pursuit of fine archery. James Irvine Robertson reports
October 2005, Issue 23, page 20
Protecting history
Charles Douglas visits Bowhill, near Selkirk, the Scottish Borders home of the Duke of Buccleuch & Queensberry.
October 2005, Issue 23, page 16
Reclaiming the past
Roddy looks at the part of the Scottish psyche that celebrates the past
June 2011, Issue 57, page 9
Set for the history books
In the latest in our series on the Scottish regiments, Mark Nicholls looks at the Royal Highland Fusiliers and Glasgow, the vibrant city where it still recruits many of its soldiers
October 2005, Issue 23, page 65
Shaping a nation
We look at some of the historic events that helped create Scotland.
April 2010, Issue 50, page 62
Spicing things up
Sue Lawrence brings some exoticism to the kitchen
June 2011, Issue 57, page 64
Ten places you have to visit
When it comes to tourists sites, there is plenty of choice. Here Ian Buxton picks the ones you just can't afford to miss
April 2005, Issue 20, page 42
The clan MacDuff
James Irvine Robertson looks at another of Scotland's great families
April 2011, Issue 56, page 39
The day we took the train
In the second part of our series looking at how you can get around Scotland by train, Mark Nicholls plots a rail tour from Edinburgh
September 2006, Issue 28, page 52
The pedalling pilgrim
Paul Kirkwood traces the origins of the bicycle in Dumfriesshire
October 2006, Issue 29, page 58
The Poet and the Engineer
John Hannavy tells the story of the poet Robert Southey's friendship with Thomas Telford
February 2012, Issue 61, page 62
The Rough Wooing
James Irvine Robertson delves into the history of a rough royal courtship.
August 2008, Issue 40, page 39
The tragic queen (Mary Queen of Scots)
In the latest part of our series looking at legendary Scottish characters, Mark Nicholls looks at where to find out more about Mary Queen of Scots
December 2006, Issue 30, page 64
To the beat of a different drum
Roddy Martine looks at the history of Scotland's most spectacular annual event, the Edinburgh Military Tattoo
June 2007, Issue 33, page 68
Will ye no come back again?
Annie Harrower-Gray explores the legends of some Jacobean hauntings in the Highlands of Scotland.
August 2009, Issue 46, page 68
Scotland Magazine Issue 61
2012 events calendar - The Hebrides - Fasque House - 10 best Scottish lighthouses and much more....
Published February 2012.
Scotland Magazine Issue 57
Dundee & Fife - 10 best castle to visit - 24 hours in Edinburgh and much more...!!.
Published June 2011.
Scotland Magazine Issue 56
Dundas Castle - Photo Challenge 2010 - Ayrshire & Arran and much more....
Published April 2011.
Scotland Magazine Issue 50
50th Anniversary - Spirit Guide to St. Andrews -
10 Best Walks - Edinburgh & The Lothians - Artist Jolomo and much more....
Published April 2010.
Scotland Magazine Issue 49
10 Best Lochs - Edinburgh Castle - Events Calendar - Magic of the Moor - Painting - Aberdeen and Grampian and much more....
Published February 2010.
Scotland Magazine Issue 46
Edinburgh Castle - Whisky - Autumn Walks - Dundee & Fife- Clan Ross - Mary Slessor - Kellie Castle & much, much more....
Published August 2009.
Scotland Magazine Issue 41
10 Best Gardens - Whisky Special - Mary King's Close - Skye & the Western Isles - The life of a lighthouse keeper and much more....
Published October 2008.
Scotland Magazine Issue 40
Orkney and Shetland - The merchants and their city - Ghosts of Glencoe - 10 Best museums - The Rough Wooing - Whisky Special and much more....
Published August 2008.
Scotland Magazine Issue 38
Free Travel Guide - 13 Castles in Aberdeenshire - 10 Best Beaches - Haunted St Andrews - Glasgow, what to do - Jute City and much more....
Published April 2008.
Scotland Magazine Issue 37
Top 10 must see attractions - Northern Highlands - Self Catering Holidays - Iron Age Brochs and much more.....
Published March 2008.
Scotland Magazine Issue 33
Castle of Mey - Royal Scottish Retreat - Ghillie Brown - The first Highland charge - Scottish Photography - Edinburgh Tattoo - Fishing for history - National Gallery - Act of Union.
Published June 2007.
Scotland Magazine Issue 31
Argyll & Bute - Where to go and what to see - King James IV - On the war path - World War II - Genealogy - Spooky Edinbugh - Bonnie Prince Charlie - Falkland Palace - Broughton Gallery - Highland Games - Clan MacKay.
Published February 2007.
Scotland Magazine Issue 30
Edinburgh - out and about in Scotland's capital - Meet the Romans - Mary Queen of Scots - Crathes Castle - Auld Friends - Hebridean island of Tiree - Soup recipes - The Cairngorms.
Published December 2006.
Scotland Magazine Issue 29
The great outdoors - 14 Fun days out - Mail order Scotland - Skye and the Western Isles - Rob Roy - Lowland and Island whisky - Ballindalloch Castle - Clan MacLean.
Published October 2006.
Scotland Magazine Issue 28
Dunvegan Castle - Sir Walter Scott's love of Skye, Rooms with a skew - Unusual places to stay, Culloden - Remembering the tragic battle - Speyside and the Highlands - A whisky lover's guide, Robert Burns - The Borders - Coastal villages - Bike and train j.
Published September 2006.
Scotland Magazine Issue 23
Island Life - Scotland's finest whisky islands - A royal county - Aberdeenshire - Top 10 Romantic destinations - Scotland in Bloom - Hebridean Princess - Shortbread recipes - Solway - Bagpipes.
Published October 2005.
Scotland Magazine Issue 22
Glamis Castle - Hogmanay castles - Out in the country - Dundee and Fife - Country Houses - The Caledonian Hotel - Whisky regions - New Lanark.
Published August 2005.
Scotland Magazine Issue 20
Heart of Scotland - Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs - Top tourist sites - Scottish Music - Icons of Scotland 05 - Island Hotels - Scottish cheeses - Visiting Distilleries.
Published April 2005.
Scotland Magazine Issue 19
Cowal and Bute - Golf Hotels - Festival times - Tullibardine - Gastro Hotels - Ulster Scots - Top tourist destinations.
Published March 2005.
Scotland Magazine Issue 14
Supernatural Scotland - Whisky and Water - Cruising on the West coast - The magic of Edinburgh - Great car journeys - Steam boats - Who killed Darnley? - Loch Torridon.
Published May 2004.
Scotland Magazine Issue 12
Blair Castle and Atholl Palace - The Borders - Out and about in the Lowlands - Ancestors on-line - Fortress castles - Iain Banks - Culloden - Winter wildlife.
Published January 2004.
Scotland Magazine Issue 11
The Grampians, Orkney and Shetland - Luxury holidays - Hogmanay Food - Gliding - Shopping for kilts - Glencoe - Golf in Perth.
Published November 2003.
Scotland Magazine Issue 2
Historic Castles - History of Culzean Castle - Dumfries and Galloway - Cruises from Scotland - Top spas - Belinda Robertson - Smoked venison tasting.
Published June 2002.
