10 Battles that changed Scotland
Mons Graupius, 83AD Of all the early battles and skirmishes amongst the Caledonian tribes and against their common enemy, the Romans, Mons Graupius is credited with having the most importance in esta...
December 2008, Issue 42, page 54

10 Best Flavours of Scotland
Scotland's produce is amongst the finest in the world, we think you'll agree.
February 2009, Issue 43, page 54

10 Best Gardens
Scotland has some of the most beautiful gardens in the British Isles. Here's our pick of the bunch.
October 2008, Issue 41, page 54

10 Best Gardens continued...
Ardkinglas Gardens, Cairndow, Argyll The Ardkinglas Estate occupies a spectacular position along the upper four miles of Loch Fyne, also encompassing Glen Fyne. There is something enchanting about the...
October 2008, Issue 41, page 56

10 Best Traditional Scottish Pubs
Whether you're looking for good beer, good atmosphere or just a great location, Scotland has so many excellent pubs it's difficult to choose the best. But here are some suggestions…
April 2009, Issue 44, page 59

10 of the best Scottish Festivals
With so many annual festivals happening around Scotland, it's hard to know which ones to choose. Here are some of our favourites.
June 2008, Issue 39, page 54

2009 Scottish Hotel Awards
The sixth annual Scottish hotel awards were held at the Crowne Plaza, Glasgow. Around 400 people from the country's vital hospitality industry attended. Winners were chosen by a combination of reviews...
April 2009, Issue 44, page 54

48 hours in Orkney
Sally Toms suggests what you might do with only a few days to discover Orkney.
June 2009, Issue 45, page 68

A country spring
Fortingall Hotel Perthshire Tel: +44 (0)1887 830 367 Fortingall is one of the most beautiful little villages in Scotland and it holds more than one fascinating secret... Fortingall Hotel, named ...
March 2008, Issue 37, page 64

A date with Dali
Salvador Dali's legendary painting Christ of St John of The Cross will return to Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum when the building reopens in Summer 2006. The Dali original was bought for Kelvingr...
April 2005, Issue 20, page 74

A fond farewell
Sally Toms steps down as Editor
August 2009, Issue 46, page 3

A labour of love
Castle Venlaw is a fairytale hotel a few miles south of Edinburgh. Sally Toms stayed there
January 2006, Issue 24, page 40

A new lease of life
The Old Waverley Hotel is blessed and cursed by its past. Sally Toms reports
June 2006, Issue 27, page 40

A perfect five
The Queen Mother's former residence in Caithness has held on to its prestigious five-stars as a visitor attraction for the second year running. Inspectors from VisitScotland, the national tourism org...
August 2008, Issue 40, page 10

A slice of luxury (Myres Castle)
Sally Toms finds out what's cooking at Myres Castle
February 2007, Issue 31, page 22

A tartan for Parliament
The Scottish Parliament has launched a design competition so that they too can boast their own tartan. Entrants must be students from Scotland and the Parliamen''s presiding officer will wear the win...
February 2009, Issue 43, page 8

Aberdeen & Grampian – Northern delights
Aberdeen and the Grampians are a fascinating mix of land and sea. Sally Toms reports
October 2005, Issue 23, page 35

Adventures on Arran
Our roving Editor travels to the west coast island of Arran.
February 2009, Issue 43, page 3

Against the grain
Tucked away in Edinburgh's Old Town lies a restaurant that is well worth discovering. Sally Toms picks up her knife and fork
June 2006, Issue 27, page 41

Airports look to future
To celebrate its 40 year milestone, Glasgow Airport has opened a new multi-million pound departure lounge. Skylounge comprises two new passenger lounges – a holiday lounge for families, and a prest...
June 2006, Issue 27, page 10

Alexander Graham Bell
The latest in our series of famous Scots leads us to the inventor of the telephone.
August 2008, Issue 40, page 41

All aboard the night train
Richard Ford climbs aboard the Caledonian Sleeper, a night-time train service that operates between London and Scotland.
April 2008, Issue 38, page 21

Andrew Carnegie
The latest in our series on famous Scots leads us to one of the world's greatest philanthropists.
October 2008, Issue 41, page 41

Antique golf ball is a big hit
200 year old golf ball...
September 2004, Issue 16, page 74

Art and antiques news
The end of an era
January 2005, Issue 18, page 74

Art and antiques news
Art and antiques news by Sally Toms
March 2005, Issue 19, page 74

Art and antiques news
Tough it out on a Skye night trip. One of the greatest environmental artworks ever to be staged in the United Kingdom is to take place on the Isle of Skye between August 1st and September 17th. ‘Th...
July 2005, Issue 21, page 74

Art and antiques news
Sally Toms rounds up all the latest shows and exhibitions
August 2005, Issue 22, page 74

Art and antiques news
Sally Toms looks at all the latest exhibitions and events from the world of art and antiques
October 2005, Issue 23, page 74

Art and antiques news
Sally Toms rounds up the latest shows and exhibitions
January 2006, Issue 24, page 74

Art and antiques news
Sally Toms rounds up the latest shows and exhibitions
February 2006, Issue 25, page 74

Art and antiques news
Sally Toms rounds up the best of the latest exhibitions and events
April 2006, Issue 26, page 74

Art and antiques news
Sally Toms rounds up all the latest news and developments
June 2006, Issue 27, page 74

Art and antiques news
Sally Toms looks at all the latest news and events from the world of art and antiques
September 2006, Issue 28, page 74

Artists show up for charity
More than 800 original paintings and sculptures by Scottish artists
September 2004, Issue 16, page 74

As sure as Sherlock
We look at the life of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Scottish author and creator of the Sherlock Holmes mysteries.
December 2007, Issue 36, page 41

Ayrshire & Arran
There are countless hotels, restaurants and sight-seeing opportunities in the area. Sally Toms provides a selection
July 2005, Issue 21, page

Beaver boost
Plans to reintoduce beavers into Scotland have been given a boost by the People's Trust for Endangered Species. The conservation charity has pledged £40,000 over the next three years to help the beav...
February 2009, Issue 43, page 9

Beside the seaside
Sally Toms is getting ready for the summer.
April 2008, Issue 38, page 3

Bird watching at its best
Aproject has been launched to boost wildlife conservation and tourism to the Trossachs National Park. The new Trossachs Bird of Prey trail links two viewing projects at Argaty Red Kites and at the Os...
April 2006, Issue 26, page 10

Blair Castle will be jumping
This year's Bowmore International Horse Trials and Country Fair will take place between August 25th and 28th in rural Perthshire at the magnificent Blair Castle. The world's best riders come from all...
April 2005, Issue 20, page 9

Book Reviews
Sally Toms takes a look at this issue's book reviews.
March 2005, Issue 19, page 11

Book Reviews
Sally Toms reviews a selection of Scottish books.
April 2005, Issue 20, page 11

Book Reviews
Tales of the Picts. Acollection of ancient tales from the Picts for the first time, taking readers into the magical past of this most ancient of Scottish tribes. The Picts, a proud tribe of warriors ,...
October 2005, Issue 23, page 11

Book reviews
The Border Line This is a travelogue of author and broadcaster Eric Robson's journey through the Borders, starting at Solway Firth and covering 105 miles through forest and across moor to Berwick upo...
June 2006, Issue 27, page 11

Bravo Glasgow
Scotland's biggest city has another event to shout about
December 2007, Issue 36, page 3

Breaking the habit
Scotland is full of new discoveries, says Sally Toms
November 2007, Issue 35, page 3

Bring back beavers
It looks like beavers will become the first native mammal to be reintroduced to the United Kingdom, if the Scottish Beaver Trial goes according two plan. Beavers are native to Britain but were hunted...
December 2008, Issue 42, page 9

Britain's last battle
This year marks the 260th anniversary of the Battle of Culloden, a pivotal point in British Civil War. Sally Toms looks at how events unfolded
September 2006, Issue 28, page 24

Burns treasures uncovered
As the National Trust for Scotland prepares to begin work on a new Robert Burns museum, a fragment of his wife's wedding dress has been returned to Scotland to go on display. The NTS tracked down a f...
February 2009, Issue 43, page 8

By loch and sea
Lake of Menteith Hotel Port of Menteith, Perthshire www.lake-hotel.com Tel: +44 (0)1877 385 258 The Lake of Menteith is in the heart of the Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park. An area rich in heri...
December 2008, Issue 42, page 58

Capture Scotland in your home
Scotland Magazine has scoured the Highlands and Islands to find an artist who best captures the mood of the country. We have discovered Ian Gray, of international renown, and asked him to produce a li...
March 2008, Issue 37, page 38

Celtic Connections
16th Jan – 3rd Feb 2008 Glasgow
November 2007, Issue 35, page 12

Centre looks to the future
Our Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh has unveiled two new galleries which will guarantee its place as the ‘mustsee' experience of the summer. The exhibits, FutureDome and Earthscape Scotland represent a ...
April 2006, Issue 26, page 10

Charity is the key
Volunteers clearing rubbish from the summit of Ben Nevis were in for a bit of a shock when they uncovered a piano under a pile of stones. The discovery was made when a clean-up team from the John Mui...
June 2006, Issue 27, page 9

Choosing the right path
Improved paths and a new viewing platform are being created at Skara Brae on Orkney to help protect the Neolithic village from the trampling feet of thousands of annual visitors. In the past decade m...
April 2006, Issue 26, page 9

City living
We take a look at 38 Bath Street, serviced apartments in the heart of Glasgow.
December 2008, Issue 42, page 66

City of surprises
Sally Toms does some more sightseeing in Glasgow
December 2008, Issue 42, page 3

Clan map reprinted
The Clan and Family Names Map has been reprinted ahead of The Gathering 2009. Beautifully illustrated, the map shows the coats of arms, territories of Scottish clans, and the ancient Principalities of...
October 2008, Issue 41, page 8

Colin Montgomerie
Colin Montgomerie is one of the world's most famous golf players. We look into his ancestry
November 2007, Issue 35, page 47

Cowal and Bute
Sally Toms picks a few of the best hotels, restaurants and tourist attractions in the area
March 2005, Issue 19, page 40

Creative Burns
14th Feb - 16th May The Dick Institute, Kilmarnock
December 2008, Issue 42, page 12

Cruelty free sporrans
To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Freerangers – a bespoke accessory and footwear specialists – has launched a new catalogue incorporating new styles, as well as new patterned lorica. The extende...
December 2008, Issue 42, page 8

David Douglas
We look into the life of a 19th century Scottish botanist and explorer.
June 2009, Issue 45, page 41

Digging into the past
Sally Toms has started researching her family tree
February 2007, Issue 31, page 3

Doctor Livingstone, I presume?
In the latest of our series on famous Scots, we study the life of Scotland's most famous explorer
November 2007, Issue 35, page 25

Donald Trump
The American tycoon is currently and somewhat controversially re-establishing a link with Scotland. And he is from Scottish family.
March 2008, Issue 37, page 63

Dundee & the Kingdom of Fife
Sally Toms provides a selection of places to visit, places to eat and places to stay in the region
August 2005, Issue 22, page 37

Edinburgh set for animal magic
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) has revealed plans for its £58million redevelopment project at Edinburgh Zoo. The project is expected to take 20 years to complete, but will transform...
April 2006, Issue 26, page 9

Edinburgh's Hogmanay
29th Dec 2007 – 1st Jan 2008 Edinburgh
November 2007, Issue 35, page 12

Event Calendar 2009
It's a busy year for Scotland with numerous events linking up to the year of Homecoming. Here's our pick of the best.
February 2009, Issue 43, page 61

Everything you need to know about ... Shinty
The game of Shinty was brought to Scotland by the first Celtic settlers from Ireland as early as the first millennium, and bears a striking similarity to the Irish sport of Hurling, which is also know...
December 2008, Issue 42, page 74

Everything you need to know about Harris Tweed
To begin with, it needs to be understood that Harris tweed, one of the most desirable wool textiles in the world, is produced exclusively on the Outer Hebridean island of Harris and Lewis, an island w...
December 2007, Issue 36, page 74

Everything you need to know about Highland Weaponary
In an age when governments are doing their best to clamp down on the carrying of knives, it is perhaps apposite to reflect on the lawless times of long ago when individuals were obliged to carry some ...
June 2008, Issue 39, page 74

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

Everything you need to know about... Scottish dancing
First it is important to separate Scottish country dancing from Highland dancing. The essential difference is that Scottish country dancing is social, danced by couples, and comprises reels (circle da...
November 2007, Issue 35, page 74

Everything you need to know about... sporrans
Sporan is the Gaelic word for a purse or pouch, and the sporran, as we know it today, is a relatively ‘modern' and largely decorative addition to Highland dress. The outfit of long ago was the belte...
March 2008, Issue 37, page 74

Everything you need to know about...Scottish weaponry Part 2: Antique guns and gunnery
Effective siege weaponry employing gunpowder only started to emerge in Scottish warfare during the 15th century. With huge guns capable of hurling stones weighing as much as 350 kilograms over a dista...
August 2008, Issue 40, page 74

Ewan McGregor
Ewan McGregor has become something of a national treasure. But for a man whose career has taken him across the galaxy, he has remarkably humble roots.
August 2008, Issue 40, page 63

Exhibition previews
Francis Bacon: Portraits and Heads and Monet & The Impressionists
April 2005, Issue 20, page 74

Festival fever
Sally Toms enters into the spirit of the Edinburgh festival. All of them
August 2007, Issue 34, page 3

Freedom foods
Anew company has been launched offering the highest quality meat from a working estate in Perthshire. Glenlyon Gourmet Scotland offers mail order delivery of seasonal game, estate beef, lamb and wild...
December 2008, Issue 42, page 10

Fresh battle set for Culloden
The National Trust for Scotland has launched a major appeal to raise funds for the development of a new Culloden Battlefield Memorial Centre. The current centre is outdated and is no longer able to c...
April 2006, Issue 26, page 8

Getting out there
Sally Toms goes exploring in Scotland's far north west
June 2008, Issue 39, page 3

Glasgow city of music
Almost 20 years after it held the title European Capital of Culture, Glasgow has been confirmed as a UNESCO City of Music. The title sets the seal on Glasgow's reputation for music, forged over many ...
October 2008, Issue 41, page 9

Gordon Brown
In recent issues we have looked at how you can find out about your ancestors through genealogy. In a new series we look into the ancestry of some famous Scots. First up, British Prime Minister Gordon ...
August 2007, Issue 34, page 45

Hawke and Hunter
Afive storey Georgian townhouse has opened its doors as the latest addition to Edinburgh's dining and social scene. Comprising a restaurant, late-night bar, billiard room, secret garden and four dist...
December 2008, Issue 42, page 10

Health visits
Three tourist attractions in Scotland have been awarded a Healthyliving award, affirming that at least half of their food menu is low in fat, sugar and salt. Brodick Castle in Arran, Threave Garden i...
October 2008, Issue 41, page 10

Hebridean hospitality
Kinloch Lodge Isle of Skye Tel: +44 (0)1471 833 333 This hotel simply couldn't be in any country other than Scotland – it has an unmatchable sense of place. The whitewashed stone architecture i...
August 2007, Issue 34, page 64

High price for Nelson left-hander
Aletter written by Admiral Lord Nelson has sold for £42,000 at a Lyon & Turnbull auction recently. Dated December 8th 1797, the letter was anonymously written to a London Reverend – penned with Nel...
April 2005, Issue 20, page 74

Highland chic
Rocpool Reserve Inverness Tel: +44 (0)1463 240 089 The white Georgian frontage of this luxurious hotel stands out from the surrounding buildings. This façade conceals something special. Now in the ...
October 2008, Issue 41, page 58

Homecoming Scotland 2009
PART THREE: GOLF
February 2009, Issue 43, page 17

Hotel gets revamp
Scotland hotel group Apex is about to open its newest hotel in the capital, breathing new life into a historic building which was Edinburgh's first purpose built hotel. The Grade A-Listed building st...
February 2009, Issue 43, page 10

I have the haggis to prove it
Sally Toms introduces herself as the new Editor of Scotland Magazine
October 2006, Issue 29, page 3

Icons of Scotland
Sally Toms introduces the winners of the fifth annual Icons of Scotland awards
April 2007, Issue 32, page 22

In brief...
In brief... The legend of Greyfriars Bobby, the devoted little terrier who stayed by his master's grave in an Edinburgh churchyard for 14 years, has been commemorated by an official soft toy. The lit...
April 2006, Issue 26, page 8

In brief...
Controversial plans to redevelop part of Edinburgh's historic High Street at Canongate have been given the green light. The new complex will include a fivestar luxury hotel and conference centre, an o...
August 2008, Issue 40, page 10

In brief...
VisitScotland has made it easier for budget-savvy holiday makers to try out new activities with the launch of the first ever Scotland-wide Adventure Pass. The free pass provides discounts and special ...
October 2008, Issue 41, page 9

In brief...
Skye's reknowned Three Chimneys Restaurant has announced the creation of a new menu celebrating the food from the island and surrounding area. The Seven Courses of Skye menu by head chef Michael Smit...
October 2008, Issue 41, page 10

In brief...
Plans by US entrepeneur Donald Trump to build a luxury golf resort in the Highlands have been given the green light. Despite the strenuous objections of environmental groups, the Scottish Government ...
December 2008, Issue 42, page 9

In brief...
Scrabster seafood restaurant The Captain's Galley has been voted Best Fish Restaurant in the UK by the Which? Good Food Guide 2009. One of just 10 restaurants highlighted, The Captain's Galley serves...
December 2008, Issue 42, page 10

In brief...
Kilchoman, Islay's newest distillery, celebrated its first milestone on 14th December when the first cask to be filled at the distillery reaches the legal whisky requirement of three years maturation ...
February 2009, Issue 43, page 9

In brief...
In brief... Drumgolf Tours, one of Scotland's top golf tour specialists, in partnership with Rufflets Country House Hotel, is offering a formidable selection of enticing golf packages for the summer ...
February 2009, Issue 43, page 10

In the news
Burns fundraising steps up a gear The National Trust for Scotland has launched a number of initiatives to raise much needed funds for the new Robert Burns Birthplace Museum in Alloway, due to open in...
June 2009, Issue 45, page 8

In the news
Stories in stone A new art site in Scotland has uncovered stories of migration and Scottish heritage. The series of striding stone arches, at Cairnhead Forest in Dumfries and Galloway, have been cr...
August 2009, Issue 46, page 8

Isle of Jura to get mainland ferry
The island of Jura on Scotland's west coast will soon have a direct link to the mainland for the first time in more than 30 years. The last ferry sailed away from Jura in the early 1970s. Until recen...
October 2008, Issue 41, page 8

It's ladies night
Edinburgh's Scotch Whisky Experience has launched a series of exclusive ladies only whisky tasting events. The five-star visitor attraction, located at the top of the Royal Mile, is running new speci...
December 2008, Issue 42, page 8

Join the fun
Enjoy a week of whisky celebrations throughout Scotland.
June 2009, Issue 45, page 18

Keeping in touch
Sally Toms learns a thing or two from Scotland Magazine's readers
April 2007, Issue 32, page 3

Land appeal
The Borders Forest Trust (BFT) is looking to raise £700,000 to buy an iconic piece of the Southern Uplands known as the Devil's Beef Tub. The BFT has plans to restore the natural habitats and to con...
October 2008, Issue 41, page 9

Listed...
The winners have been announced for the latest List guide to restaurants in Edinburgh and Glasgow. The eating and drinking guide provides reviews and information about 800 restaurants, bistros, bars ...
June 2006, Issue 27, page 9

Low season treats
In autumn and winter Scotland can be at her photogenic best. It's a time when country house hotels come into their own and open fires add to the appeal. Special Offers are now online and there are mor...
August 2009, Issue 46, page 58

Macmillan Kirkpatrick
In the latest of our series of famous Scots, we look to the inventor of the bicycle.
April 2009, Issue 44, page 74

Made in Scotland
Sally heaps praise on Scotland's craft producers.
June 2009, Issue 45, page 3

Mary Slessor
The life of a Scots woman and 19th century missionary to Nigeria.
August 2009, Issue 46, page 42

Mey it continue
A new project has been launched to preserve and secure the future of HRH the Queen Mother's former home, the Castle of Mey in Caithness. Friends of the Castle of Mey will enjoy complimentary entry in...
June 2006, Issue 27, page 9

Mony's country
David McVey goes on the trail of a Viking prince in Glen Urquhart.
April 2009, Issue 44, page 18

National treasure
Sally Toms looks at the life of celebrated Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson
August 2007, Issue 34, page

Natural tourism is kicking up a storm
Scotland is experiencing a new fast growing tourism trend as storm watchers flock to the country's best vantage points to take in some of the world's best natural spectacles. And the Banffshire Coast...
April 2006, Issue 26, page 9

Nevis finally cleared of cairns
Volunteers have at last completed a gruelling five year programme to remove more than 120 unsightly cairns from the summit of Ben Nevis. The John Muir Trust – owners of Ben Nevis since 2000 – cle...
December 2008, Issue 42, page 8

New lease of life for landfill site
Determined efforts of local people in Fife have seen a former rubbish tip transformed into a haven for wildlife. The Balgownie Bleachfield outside Coaltown is now a 10 acre home to a variety of flora...
October 2008, Issue 41, page 8

New look for Thurso
Work has begun on a major project to restore a much loved building in Thurso to its former glory and to turn it into a high quality facility for the local community and visitors alike. The £3.5m pro...
April 2006, Issue 26, page 10

New supplier for Brit food
British Fine Foods is a new online firm that sources quality local ingredients to provide customers with the best of British speciality food products. Via the website, www.britishfinefoods.com, consu...
October 2008, Issue 41, page 8

News
Harris to become new national park The Island of Harris could become Scotland's third national park in as little as two years, if the Scottish Government approves a new proposal. Only 1,800 people ...
April 2009, Issue 44, page 8

No longer a a destination nightmare
Scotland is benefiting from greatly improved transport facilities. Sally Toms looks at how to travel to, from and around Scotland
January 2006, Issue 24, page 69

Och! There's a croc in the loch
Sally Toms muses about Scotland's biodiversity and the mysterious case of the Loch Ness crocodile
June 2007, Issue 33, page 3

Of Sikhs and Scots
Anew heritage trail, aimed at highlighting the strong connections between Scotland and India has been launched. Scotland has a long-established Sikh community which began in colonial India. The link...
October 2008, Issue 41, page 10

Off the beaten track
Sally Toms enthuses about Scotland's tucked away treasures.
March 2008, Issue 37, page 3

On the war path
Sally Toms picks out a few places to visit in connection with World War II
February 2007, Issue 31, page 58

One for the girls
Grand Perthshire estate Kinnaird is offering unique fishing breaks specifically for women. Sally Toms found out more
August 2007, Issue 34, page 41

Open all seasons
Sally Toms suggests Scotland's summer visitors are missing out
December 2006, Issue 30, page 3

PART FOUR: WHISKY
Scotch whisky, known in the Gaelic language as uisge beatha, the “Water of Life,” is among the most beloved of distilled spirits in the world and therefore a central theme in this year's Homecomin...
April 2009, Issue 44, page 21

PART ONE: ROBERT BURNS
Scotland is definitely the place to be in 2009. Commencing in January, there are more than 100 scheduled events that have been specially devised to celebrate the contributions made by Scots to the wid...
October 2008, Issue 41, page 29

PART TWO: THE GATHERING 2009
Across the world they scattered, those brave men, women and children who launched forth from the rugged coasts of Scotland to venture across the seas into the territories of the New World. They were p...
December 2008, Issue 42, page 17

Rabbie's cottage in new hands
The small Alloway cottage where Robert Burns was born has been gifted to the National Trust for Scotland. The cottage, as well as an irreplaceable collection of artifacts and original manuscripts, an...
December 2008, Issue 42, page 8

Return to the Ridings
Border towns 1st-6th June: Hawick Common Riding 5th-13th June: West Linton Whipman 8th-13th June: Selkirk Common Riding 14th-20th June: Peebles Beltane 14th-20th June: Melrose Festival 19th-28th June...
December 2008, Issue 42, page 12

Ronnie Corbett
Comedian Ronnie Corbett loves Scotland and has stayed close to his Scottish roots
June 2008, Issue 39, page 63

Rosslyn on film
The mystery and legend of Rosslyn Chapel, made famous for its part in the blockbuster novel and film The Da Vinci Code, is being used as a hook to attract a new style of visitor to Midlothian. VisitS...
June 2006, Issue 27, page 9

Royal approval for new marine centre
HRH The Princess Royal has officially opened a brand new marine centre on the Isle of Mull. Taigh Solais is a new state of the art marine centre and pontoon, offering sanctuary to seafarers in the be...
August 2008, Issue 40, page 10

Safari co is green
Highland Adventure Safaris, Scotland's premier Landrover safari company is celebrating becoming the first activity tourism operator in Scotland to gain a Gold Award for its day trips in the national G...
June 2006, Issue 27, page 10

Scotland Events
T in the Park 7-8 July, 2007 Balado, Perthshire Now in its second decade, T in the Park has become one of the most important and critically acclaimed music events on the UK and European festival circ...
April 2007, Issue 32, page 12

Scotland Events
Loch Ness Hogmanay Festival 28th December 2007 – 2nd January 2008 (dates tbc) Drumnadrochit A six-day festival which includes daily guided walks, shinty and football matches, a tea dance, a duck ra...
November 2007, Issue 35, page 12

Scotland Events
Glasgow Film Festival 14th - 24th February 2008 Glasgow More than 100 films will be showing during 10 days at this successful new festival. Alongside its previews and premieres, gala nights and guest ...
December 2007, Issue 36, page 12

Scotland Events
Word Festival 9th-11th May 2008 Aberdeen Aberdeen's book festival, Word, is a packed weekend of readings, music, art exhibitions, and film screenings featuring a starstudded line-up of writers and ...
March 2008, Issue 37, page 12

Scotland events
Hydro Connect 29th-31st August 2008 Inveraray Castle, Argyll Aboutique festival situated in one of the most beautiful locations in the whole of the UK, playing host to 20,000 music fans over three day...
June 2008, Issue 39, page 12

Scotland Events
Across Scotland, throughout 2009 First Minister Alex Salmond has unveiled the nationwide programme for “Homecoming 2009” which will include more than 100 events to celebrate Scotland's first eve...
August 2008, Issue 40, page 12

Scotland Events
Homecoming 2009 kicks off Homecoming Scotland 2009 will celebrate some of Scotland's great contributions to the world with a year-long, country-wide programme of exciting and inspirational events and ...
October 2008, Issue 41, page 12

Scotland Events
The Open Championship 16th-19th July 2009 Turnberry, Ayrshire The 138th British Open Golf Championship returns to Scotland and will be held at The Ailsa course. www.opengolf.com Inverness Highland Ga...
April 2009, Issue 44, page 12

Scotland Events
The Braemar Gathering 5th Sept 2009, Braemar Possibly the most popular of all the Highland Games in the world, and the only one which guarantees the presence of a member of the Royal Family. Track eve...
June 2009, Issue 45, page 12

Scotland Events
Return to the Ridings Border towns 1st-6th June: Hawick Common Riding 5th-13th June: West Linton Whipman 8th-13th June: Selkirk Common Riding 14th-20th June: Peebles Beltane 14th-20th June: Melrose Fe...
December 2008, Issue 42, page 12

Scotland Events Calendar
With so much happening in Scotland throughout the year, it's hard to keep track of what's going on where. Here's our pick for 2008.
March 2008, Issue 37, page 66

Scotland Magazine Loves...
Each issue we bring you some of the finest products handmade in Scotland.
June 2009, Issue 45, page 74

Scotland Magazine loves...
Each issue we bring you some of the finest products handmade in Scotland.
August 2009, Issue 46, page 74

Scotland's adventure playground
The area around Fort William and Lochaber is promoting itself as the Outdoor Capital of the UK. Sally Toms looks at what's on offer
October 2006, Issue 29, page 54

ScotlandEvents
Hogmanay December 31, 2009 Enjoy Scotland's world famous Hogmanay celebrations with a variety of events across the country. From a true Glasgow welcome in George Square to Stonehaven's colourful fireb...
August 2009, Issue 46, page 12

Scott's country home
Charles Douglas visits Abbotsford House at Melrose in the Scottish Borders, home of Sir Walter Scott
November 2007, Issue 35, page 14

Scottish Hotels of the Year 2008
Inverlochy Castle by Fort William, Inverness-shire Tel: +44 (0)1397 702 953 The winner of Scotland's ultimate hotel award, The Scottish National Hotel of the Year 2008, is this much-acclaimed Rel...
April 2008, Issue 38, page 66

Sensational summer dining
Old Course Hotel St. Andrews, Fife Tel: +44 (0)1334 474 371 Some restaurants just ‘have it' and The Grill Room on the top floor of St. Andrew's highest-rated hotel is one of them. All the ingredien...
June 2008, Issue 39, page 64

Sir Walter Scott
The latest in our series on famous Scots looks at the great novelist and poet.
December 2008, Issue 42, page 41

Something special
Striped Bass is a seafood and Champagne restaurant in central Glasgow. We sent our best eaters to find out more.
October 2008, Issue 41, page 30

Special place where everything's up in smoke
The Rannoch Smokery produces superb smoked meat products. Sally Toms visited it
January 2005, Issue 18, page 52

Stirling, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs
Sally Toms provides another round-up of the area's top restaurants, hotels and visitor attractions
April 2005, Issue 20, page 37

Stylish hotel is a sealife centre
The Moray Firth is one of the best parts of Britain for dolphin spotting, and one hotel is offering the chance to do it in style. Visitors on a Getaway Weekend at Castle of Park, near Banff, can head...
June 2006, Issue 27, page 10

Sutherland
The best places to visit, stay and eat, by Sally Toms
September 2004, Issue 16, page 38

Sutherland – seeing the sights
Sally Toms reports on the isolation, history, and variety of this unique Scottish landscape
September 2004, Issue 16, page 35

Take it to the bridge
Original sketches by the iconic engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel for a bridge over the River Dee at Balmoral are to go on public display for the first time at Balmoral Castle over the forthcoming summ...
April 2006, Issue 26, page 8

Tasteful hedonism
Prestonfield in Edinburgh is a study in opulence. Sally Toms stayed there
February 2006, Issue 25, page 40

That something special (Kilcamb Lodge)
Sally Toms visits Kilcamb Lodge, a luxurious country house hotel in Argyll
December 2006, Issue 30, page 41

That's the spirit
Whisky will soon be flowing again at Glenglassaugh Distillery after more than 20 years. First Minister Alex Salmond officially reopened the 133 year old distillery near Portsoy in Aberdeenshire. He c...
December 2008, Issue 42, page 9

The Border Ridings
The Border region of Scotland enjoys a turbulent history steeped in confrontation. In centuries past, riding the marches to protect the interests of the Scottish Crown was seen as an important defensi...
February 2009, Issue 43, page 74

The Borders – what to do, where to eat and stay
WHAT TO DO Bowhill House and Country Park Selkirk 19th century house in beautiful surroundings Tel: +44 (0)1750 22 204 Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre Jedburgh Lots of walks, regular events, b...
December 2008, Issue 42, page 35

The height of luxury
Scotland Magazine stays the night at Hotel du Vin at One Devonshire Gardens.
December 2008, Issue 42, page 30

The old & the new
Scotland Magazine checks out the new Apex Waterloo Place hotel in Edinburgh.
June 2009, Issue 45, page 64

The red in peril
Sally Toms considers the plight of the native red squirrel.
August 2008, Issue 40, page 3

The Scottish Hotel Guide
It is estimated that Scotland has 790 islands, of which 97 are populated. You can visit many of them and, indeed, some of them make outstanding holiday destinations. More info at: www.ScottishHotelGui...
June 2009, Issue 45, page 62

the ‘roaring game'
While curling is today recognised as an international team sport, there can be no dispute that it was invented in medieval Scotland, with the earliest record of it being played dating from 1541. The p...
October 2008, Issue 41, page 74

Tram disruption in capital
Transport leaders in Edinburgh have announced the city's main thoroughfare will be cleared of traffic for at least eight months of tramworks. Princes Street will become a no-go area from 21 February ...
February 2009, Issue 43, page 8

Treasure of Lothian
Charles Douglas goes to West Lothian to visit the House of the Binns.
June 2009, Issue 45, page 14

Turnberry turns 100
One of Scotland's finest hotels and golfing destinations has hit the century mark. The Westin Turnberry Resort celebrated its 100th anniversary in May. Exactly a hundred years to the day that the Tu...
June 2006, Issue 27, page 10

Uniquely Scottish
Gleneagles by Auchterarder, Perthshire Tel: +44 (0)1764 662 231 Arguably the most famous of all Scotland's hotels, Gleneagles is a five-star international resort famed for its palatial proportions, p...
August 2008, Issue 40, page 58

Watery film locations go online
In recent years, Scotland's lochs, rivers and canals have been popular sets for numerous television and box office movie moments. Now, British Waterways has mapped out the most iconic film and TV loca...
February 2009, Issue 43, page 8

Ways to stay in the country
East Haugh Hotel, near Pitlochry, Perthshire www.easthaugh.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1796 473 121 On a recent visit here we'd popped in for lunch as three French anglers were taking their leave. “Marve...
February 2009, Issue 43, page 58

Weird and wonderful
Sally Toms gets out and about in Glasgow.
October 2008, Issue 41, page 3

Western Isles – Island of lost souls
Sally Toms extolls the virtues of one of Scotland's last true Gaelic outposts
November 2004, Issue 17, page 36

What are you waiting for?
Our guide to getting here, and getting about once you're here.
December 2008, Issue 42, page 67

Where to discover Bagpipes
In the latest in our series we look at the bagpipes – where to buy them, where to learn them, and where to hear them.
April 2009, Issue 44, page 42

Where to Stalk red deer...
In the latest in our series we look at the great red deer of Scotland. Where to see them, where to stalk them and where to eat them.
February 2009, Issue 43, page 42

Where to try Falconry
In a new series we explain how best to enjoy one of Scotland's top attractions. First up we look at birds of prey.
October 2008, Issue 41, page 22

Whisky attraction
The world's largest whisky collection has arrived in Scotland, brought home from Brazil by leading whisky manufacturer, Diageo. Featuring 3,384 bottles, the recordbreaking collection was built up dur...
February 2009, Issue 43, page 9

Wishart goes to the loch
Renowned Edinburgh chef Martin Wishart has opened his second restaurant on home soil, bringing his Michelin starred culinary skills to luxury hotel Cameron House on Loch Lomond. The new menu at Marti...
February 2009, Issue 43, page 10