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Scotland Magazine section Regional FocusCulture in the capitalEdinburgh is world famous for its festivals and its history. But it has a comtemporary artistic side too. Dominic Roskrow reports. Followers of the British version of The Apprentice will be well aware that in the latest series Sir Alan Sugar’s two assistants have come in to their own. Margaret and Nick have come out of their shells and are capable of stopping the contestants dead in their tracks with a withering look or sharpl... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 39 published on 23/06/2008 WHAT TO DONational Galleries of Scotland The Mound Tel: +44 (0)131 624 6200 www.nationalgalleries.org The Collective Gallery Cockburn Street Tel: +44 (0)131 220 1260 www.collectivegallery.net Royal Scottish Academy The Mound Tel: +44 (0)131 225 3922 www.royalscottishacademy.org City Art Gallery Market Stre... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 39 published on 23/06/2008 WHERE TO STAYSwallow Albany Albany Street Georgian townhouse in a quiet location but close to the city centre. Its restaurant is highly regarded, its luxury rooms impressive. Twentyone tastefully decorated rooms Tel: +44 (0)131 556 0397 Rick’s Frederick Street Style and informality in perfect unison. There are ... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 39 published on 23/06/2008 WHERE TO EAT9 Cellars Restaurant & Bar York Place The head chef won the international Indian chef of the year last year. Excellent and unconventional Indian food. The Goan fish is particularly recommended Tel: +44 (0)131 557 9899 www.9cellars.co.uk Britannia Spice Commercial Street, Leith Docks Stylish and unu... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 39 published on 23/06/2008 City rhythmsEdinburgh might claim to have the picture book history, but Glasgow is the pulsing heart not just of Scotland but arguably of Britain too. Dominic Roskrow reports Do you remember the Sensational Alex Harvey Band? You can learn a lot about a place by looking at the musical groups that grew out of them. And The Sensational Alex Harvey Band were quintessentially Glaswegian. The band were a raunchy, rough and ready rock band fronted by a singer who seemed to be... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 38 published on 11/04/2008 WHAT TO DO - MUSICCarling Academy Eglinton Street Features major national and international bands Tel: +44 (0)141 418 3000 www.glasgow-academy.co.uk Babbity Bowsters Blackfriars Street Glasgow institution with traditional music nights Tel: +44 (0)141 552 5055 Baby Grand Elm Gardens Live piano music Wed to Sat Tel: ... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 38 published on 11/04/2008 Caithness, Sutherland & Ross-ShireExploring the Northern Highlands The region of Caithness and Sutherland and over to Ross & Cromarty is stunningly and exhilarating. Dominic Roskrow reports. There is no feeling quite like it. It’s a mixture of trepidation laced with fear, of excitement and euphoria, and of uncontrollable, overwhel... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 37 published on 20/03/2008 Regional FocusWhere to visit Assynt Visitor Centre Lochinver Sets the scene for the geology and wildlife of the area. Tel: +44 (0)1571 844 330 Badbea Clearance Village Nr Helmsdale A walking trail round a deserted settlement, a stark reminder of the Clearances that took place here. Castle of Mey Thurso Beautifu... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 37 published on 20/03/2008 Perthshire and KinrossPerthshire and Kinross is the perfect destination for a healthy, happy and inexpensive summer holiday as our man discovers. It’s funny how life goes round in circles. Who would have thought a few decades back as cars grew in popularity and bus, train and underground transport reached new levels of efficiency, that the ageing tram, consigned seemingly to museums, would find its way back into cities across the world and b... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 36 published on 14/12/2007 Out and about in Scotland - Perthshire and KinrossWhere to visit Adventure Park at Active Kid Toys Stanley, Perth Large children’s play area with fort and go kart track. Café overlooks it so you can relax as the children play Tel: +44 (0)1738 827 286 www.activekidtoys.co.uk Alyth Museum Alyth Friendly museum looking back to life over the years wi... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 36 published on 14/12/2007 Aberdeen and Grampian: Wild countryFew areas offer as much variety to the rambler as Aberdeen and the Grampians . Whether it is history, scenery or even whisky, the region is unparalleled. Dominic Roskrow reports The region stretching from Aberdeen on Scotland’s east coast and up to the north was recently described by British television personality Griff Rhys-Jones as among the most remote rural and mountainous regions of Britain. Add to this that it retains a direct link to its varied and evocative past, an... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 35 published on 15/11/2007 Where to stayAtholl Hotel Aberdeen Specialises in hearty and traditional Scottish food and furnishing. Comfortable and reasonably priced. www.atholl-aberdeen.com Tel: +44 (0)1224 323 505 Cluny Bank Hotel Forres Small, but well run four star hotel noted for its excellent service and attention to detail. It has ... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 35 published on 15/11/2007 Where to eatAtlantis Restaurant, Mariner Hotel Great Western Road, Aberdeen Mix of seafood and Scottish-themed food as well as some classic lamb and steak offerings. Reasonably priced. www.themarinerhotel.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1224 588 901 Darroch Learg Braemar Road, Aberdeen Scottish menu featuring among other th... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 35 published on 15/11/2007 Stirling, Loch Lomond & The TrossachsStirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs are within easy reach of Glasgow but offer solitude and scenery. Dominic Roskrow reports The heart of Scotland The area around Loch Lomond and the Trossachs is a vast historical playground, the buffer between the Highlands and Lowlands, a vast expanse of variety just a few miles from Scotland’s main population centres. And between the boundaries to the north and south, and across to t... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 34 published on 30/08/2007 Fife & Dundee - Three's a crowdThe east coast north of Edinburgh is dominated by three vastly disparate towns. Dominic Roskrow explains why that is good for visitors If you’ve been following news events in Scotland recently, you’ll be aware of the social and political undercurrents swirling just beneath the surface in the eastern regions beyond Edinburgh. In recent months St Andrews has played its now traditional role as the stage set for royalty, acting as mat... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 33 published on 22/06/2007 Fife & DundeeWhat to do Dundee Camperdown Park Coupar Angus Road A country and leisure park with a range of activities including golf. Great for walking. www.camperdownpark.com Tel: +44 (0)1382 431 818 Dundee Contemporary Arts Nethergate Stylish and contemporary arts gallery with café, cinema facilities and so... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 33 published on 22/06/2007 The wild north (Caithness)Neil Gunn explores the wonders of Scotland's most northerly region, Caithness For me the chance to explore Caithness was a chance to ‘come home,’ to walk the cliff-top paths, tramp across the peat bogs and try to imagine how it might have looked when the Vikings first dragged their longboats ashore probably sometime during the 10th century. Sovereignty over the area was disp... Walk this way (Isle of Arran)The Isle of Arran is best experienced on foot. Dominic Roskrow reports Of all Scotland’s islands the Isle of Arran is the most clement, the most varied, and arguably the most interesting. But to fully appreciate it you need to get around it on foot. The description of Arran as Scotland in miniature may be over-used but it is no less valid for all that. To the south it... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 32 published on 13/04/2007 Ayrshire & ArranWhere to stay Arran Argentine House Whiting Bay Seaside home in a pleasant setting and rated for its food including a good range of vegetarian options. Tel: +44 (0)1770 700 662 www.argentinearran.co.uk Auchrannie House Brodick Has benefited from investment and is bigger and more modern with facilit... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 32 published on 13/04/2007 The best of three worlds (Argyll)Argyll has something for everyone, offering visitors a taste of the very best of Scotland. Dominic Roskrow reports If you’re of the view that Scotland is actually three countries in one – The Lowlands, The Highlands and The Islands – then Argyll should hold a special place in your affections because it offers a taste of all three. Stretching up from the Lowland region round Glasgow to the rough and ready Highla... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 31 published on 16/02/2007 Argyll and ButeWhere to eat The Anchorage Restaurant Harbour Street, Tarbert Small, intimate restaurant producing fresh, colourful food with the accent on seafood, beef and lamb cooked in a simple, classic style. Tel: +44 (0)1880 820 881 The Bistro Isle of Bute Discovery Centre, Rothesay Outstanding all day café... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 31 published on 16/02/2007 A perfect day (Edinburgh)Edinburgh is one of the world’s great capital cities, and its sites well documented. Dominic Roskrow plans an indulgent and less obvious day out there Some cities simply look after themselves. They are so familiar from photographs and travel programmes that you feel you know them before you ever set foot there. And a few – Prague, Paris, London, Milan, Madrid and most definitely Edinburgh – live up to the hype. Cities such as these are to the cul... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 30 published on 01/12/2006 Edinburgh & the LothiansWhere to eat, visit and stay in Edinburgh & the Lothians Where to Eat Bonar’s Haddington, East Lothian Quality French cooking in a polite environment. Tel: +44 (0)1620 822 100 Creel Dunbar, East Lothian Small and intimate harbour restaurant. Tel: +44 (0)1368 863 279 www.creelrestaurant.co.uk Drover’s Inn East Linton, East Lothian Pub meals, quality bee... By from Issue 30 published on 01/12/2006 Skye and the Western IslesSkye and the Western Isles take some reaching, but the journey is worth it. Dominic Roskrow explores the region There’s something otherworldly about the road that takes you west and north towards Skye. It’s a deceptively long and challenging drive for starters, though a stunningly picturesque and stimulating one. But it’s also unnerving as the landscape gradually changes and you move in to the rawest and rug... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 29 published on 25/10/2006 Skye and the Western IslesWhere to visit Skye The Cuillins Impressive mountain range in the south of the island which should be respected. World class climbing for the expert, challenging walking for the fit. Great views for the less sporty. The Quirang Stunning views to Wester Ross and Staffin Bay and amazing rock f... By from Issue 29 published on 25/10/2006 Break for the BordersCharles Douglas investigates Scotland’s historic Border country The definition Scottish Borders is misleading since not all of the counties encompassed within its boundaries ajoin England. With its headquarters at Newtown St Boswell, the region today incorporates the former districts of Berwickshire, Roxburgh, Ettrick and Lauderdale and Tweedale, thereby encomp... By Charles Douglas from Issue 28 published on 20/09/2006 The Borders - What to do, Where to Stay, Where to EatThe definition Scottish Borders is misleading since not all of the counties encompassed within its boundaries a join England. How to get there BY AIR There are a wide range of national and international flights to and from Edinburgh Airport which is no more than an hours drive from the Borders heartland www.edinburghairport.com BY CAR A number of reputable car hire firms are available from the airport and major railwa... By Charles Douglas from Issue 28 published on 20/09/2006 True contrast in remote ScotlandThe top third of Scotland is often grouped together but as Ian Buxton reports, the region is diverse and impressive Comprising very roughly the top third of Scotland’s mainland land mass, the counties of Caithness, Sutherland and Ross and Cromarty present many faces to the visitor. From ancient rocks to one of Britain’s first nuclear power stations and the Castle of Mey (beloved of the late Queen Mother) to the w... By Ian Buxton from Issue 27 published on 09/06/2006 Riverside city (Glasgow)Glasgow has long been a city worth seeing. But now, says Rob Allanson, it’s making use of its past and focusing its appeal on the Clyde There is no real excuse to go to Scotland, visit Edinburgh and not slip out to the west and visit the jewel of the Clyde. Glasgow, for many, is considered Scotland’s premier city to visit and take a longer holiday than a day trip. Edinburgh has its government, coronets, crowns, castle and grey win... By Rob Allanson from Issue 26 published on 21/04/2006 Other worlds... (Orkney and Shetland)The Shetland isles and the Orkney isles are both far enough away to have carved out unique personalities, but near enough to get to and enjoy easily. Dominic Roskrow reports Of all Scottish destinations the Orkney isles and the Shetland isles are the most mystical, magical and exciting. Their location, far off the coast of Scotland in a sort of Nordic no man’s land, means they have developed in their own unique way, partly Scottish but partly not. And everything about ... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 25 published on 17/02/2006 Scotland’s ‘big county’ (Perthshire)Perthshire has often found itself at the epicentre of Scottish events, not least because of its geographical location. Ian Buxton acts as tour guide Located in the very centre of Scotland and known to all as ‘the big county,’ Perthshire has seen some of the major events in Scottish history. It’s also one of the fastest growing and most affluent areas of Scotland, with its 135,000 residents passionately convinced of the quality of life to be foun... By Ian Buxton from Issue 24 published on 05/01/2006 Northern delights (Aberdeen and Grampians)Aberdeen and the Grampians are a fascinating mix of land and sea. Sally Toms reports Framed between the mighty North Sea and the awe-inspiring Grampian Mountains, this area of Scotland has some of the best scenery to offer in the country. There are few lochs to speak of, but two majestic rivers, the Dee and the Don, rise in the mountains and run east to towards the sea, carving the... By Sally Toms from Issue 23 published on 14/10/2005 A Kingdom to explore (Fife)A journey from Edinburgh to Dundee is an ideal way to discover the Kingdom of Fife. Dominic Roskrow reports Mention the Kingdom of Fife and almost certainly the words ‘St Andrews’ spring to mind. But if you don’t know all about St Andrews and the golfing heritage of the region, then you’ve either not been reading carefully enough or you’re from the planet Zog, and we do not intend to repeat it all here. ... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 22 published on 10/08/2005 Dundee & the Kingdom of FifeSally Toms provides a selection of places to visit, places to eat and places to stay in the region WHERE TO VISIT. Dundee. Broughty Museum Broughty Ferry 15th century coastal fort, featuring a museum of local history and wildlife. Specialises in the history of whaling, and includes armoury and an observation post. Tel: +44 (0)1382 436 916 Camperdown Park Coupar Angus Road A total of 395 acre... By Sally Toms from Issue 22 published on 10/08/2005 Ayrshire & ArranThere are countless hotels, restaurants and sight-seeing opportunities in the area. Sally Toms provides a selection Where to visit Arran Arran Aromatics Home Farm, Brodick This visitor centre offers an unrivalled range of hand-crafted pampering products. Tel: +44 (0)1770 302 595 Arran Brewery Cladach, Brodick New, high-tech micro-brewery and visitor centre. See for yourself how beer is made. Tel: +44 (0)1770 302... By Sally Toms from Issue 21 published on 10/07/2005 Something for everyone (Ayrshire and Arran)Ayrshire and Arran don’t enjoy as much attention as destinations further North, but they have a lot to offer If you’re of the view that Scotland is that piece of land north of Glasgow and Edinburgh, think again. The Borders in the South East and Dumfies and Galloway in the South West offer a different but no less stunning landscape. And further up the West Coast Ayrshire and the gateway it offers of Arran ... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 21 published on 10/07/2005 Where all of Scotland meetsDominic Roskrow argues that the area between Loch Lomond and Stiirling encapsulates all facets of Scotland If you were given just 24 hours to get a taste of Scotland where would you go? Where best would you be able to experience everything that makes Scotland special to you? The history? The beauty? The intriguing mix of warmth and rebelliousness, the blend of Highland and Lowland, of city and countrysid... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 20 published on 10/04/2005 Stirling, Loch Lomond & The TrossachsSally Toms provides another round-up of the area’s top restaurants, hotels and visitor attractions ** What to do and see ** Stirling Argyll’s Lodging Castle Wynd, Stirling Scotland’s finest surviving renaissance mansion. Features an interpretative tour and displays about the past inhabitants. Tel: +44 (0)1786 431 319 Bannockburn Heritage Centre Glasgow Road, Stirling This atmospheric spot is t... By Sally Toms from Issue 20 published on 10/04/2005 Beauty and adventure on Glasgow's doorstep (Cowal and Bute)You don’t have to go to the Hebrides for a Scottish ferry-hopping holiday, as Ian R Mitchell explains. Cowal and Bute have castles, stately homes, churches and grand walks nearer to hand As the crow flies the Cowal peninsula and its neighbouring island of Bute are the closest parts of the Southern Highlands to the central belt of Scotland. Yet, probably since it is a long, circuitous and slow road journey of 80 miles from Glasgow via Loch Lomond to Cowal, this is one of the lesserf... By Ian Mitchell from Issue 19 published on 20/3/2005 Cowal and ButeSally Toms picks a few of the best hotels, restaurants and tourist attractions in the area Where to Visit - Cowal Benmore Botanic Gardens Dunoon 150 acres of the tallest trees in Britain, including a spectacular Avenue of Giant Redwoods, some of which soar over 40 metres high. Tel: +44 (0)1369 706 261 Castle House Museum Castle Gardens, Dunoon Superb exhibits exploring everything from a... By Sally Toms from Issue 19 published on 20/3/2005 Castles, books and single malts (Dumfries & Galloway)Tom Gillespie explores Scotland’s hidden Dumfries & Galloway By the time the Scottish Highlands reach the Solway Firth and the Irish Sea in Scotland’s southwest corner, they’ve lost their harshness and austerity. The rocky Highland crags that shout defiantly at the sky have turned to rolling green hills that invite visitors in like a mother’s arms. The uncer... By Tom Gillespie from Issue 18 published on 8/1/2005 Island of lost souls (Western Isles)Sally Toms extolls the virtues of one of Scotland’s last true Gaelic outposts At Scotland’s most north westerly point, separated from the Scottish mainland and from Skye by the stormy stretch of water known as the Minch and the Little Minch, there lies a 150 mile long Hebridean island chain known as the ‘The Western Isles’. The largest of these islands are Lewis and Harris (... By Sally Toms from Issue 17 published on 29/11/2004 Seeing the sights in SutherlandSally Toms reports on the isolation, history, and variety of this unique Scottish landscape When you visit this corner of Scotland, you immediately get the feeling that you’ve stumbled upon a long kept secret. This may well be the most beautiful and yet least visited area in Scotland. Why is this? One reason may be that it is difficult to reach. Sutherland was the ‘southern land’ of the ... By Sally Toms from Issue 16 published on 15/9/2004 SutherlandThe best places to visit, stay and eat, by Sally Toms What to do and see North and West Guided Walks The Highland Council Ranger Service organises activities and walks throughout the area. Your own personal ranger will tell you everything there is to know about the landscape and local wildlife. Lochinver’s ranger is Andy Summers: Tel: +44 (0)571 844 ... By Sally Toms from Issue 16 published on 15/9/2004 Culture on the ClydeGlasgow may not be the obvious destination in Europe for a cultural city break but it has enough art, architecture and style to rival the likes of Barcelona argues Kate Ennis When picking a destination in Europe for a cultural city break, Paris with its wealth of art galleries or Barcelona with its fabulous Gaudi architecture, instantly spring to mind. Where else would you find such a rich tapestry of buildings dominated by the legacy of renowned architects, a city pack... By Kate Ennis from Issue 15 published on 18/7/2004 Glasgow and the Clyde ValleyThe best places to visit, stay and eat, by Kate Ennis What to do and see Central Glasgow Clydebuilt King’s Inch Road The Scottish Maritime Museum’s newest attraction tells the story of Glasgow and the Clyde from tobacco to shipbuilding. Tel: +44 (0)141 886 1013 Glasgow Cathedral Cathedral Square One of the most magnificent buildings of medieval Scot... By Kate Ennis from Issue 15 published on 18/7/2004 So much more than a castle (Edinburgh)Roddy Martine has spent most of his life in Edinburgh and loves it. Here he explains why. When I first arrived in Edinburgh as a 12-year old schoolboy, my first impression of the Scottish capital was of skylines. I had never really noticed the skies in England where I had previously lived. They were there, of course, watery and pale, but in Scotland, it is different. The further north y... By Roddy Martine from Issue 14 published on 2/5/2004 Land of inspiration (Ayrshire)There's much more to Ayrshire than Robert Bruce - though he is a crucial component. David Gordon reports. How can one describe Ayrshire? It is historical, picturesque and even inspirational. The spectacular, rugged coastline and its green rolling hills have drawn visitors from all over the world. Many people visit due to the regions links with Robert Burns, Scotland’s National Poet who was born and liv... By David Gordon from Issue 13 published on 25/3/2004 Bordering on the magnificantMany looking north from Edinburgh and Glasgow miss out on the areas bordering England. What a shame, says Steve Newman Most people think of Scotland as the mountains and lochs of the Highlands but the Borders have a magic and fascination all of their own. This is partially due to the fierce conflicts that raged over the area for over 500 years as England and Scottish armies and clans shed blood at the slightest exc... By Steve Newman from Issue 12 published on 19/1/2004 Rugged, remote and remarkable (Grampians)It's a vast area to cover in one issue, but the mainland that makes up the Grampians is a gateway to Orkney and the Shetlands. Gavin Smith reports The region that makes up the Grampians and the northern isles beyond are often neglected at the expense of the superficially more romantic Hebrides, yet anyone choosing to travel up to Aberdeen and visit the Orkney or Shetland islands will find themselves richly rewarded. Many journeys to Orkney an... By Gavin D. Smith from Issue 11 published on 17/11/2003 First great homes of the Scots (Argyll)DOMINIC ROSKROW LOOKS AT HOW THE STUNNING REGION OF ARGYLL AND THE ISLES HAS PLAYED A ROLE IN MODERN SCOTLAND’S DEVELOPMENT In a country blessed with more than its fair share of natural beauty, the region that makes up Argyll and its Isles is, to many, the jewel in the crown. Characterised by lochs, sea and mountains, Argyll has a timelessness and variety about it that makes it like no other part of Scotland. And that s... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 10 published on 5/9/2003 Land of adventure (Loch Lomond, Stirling, Trossachs)GAVIN D SMITH INTRODUCES A STUNNING AREA OF SCOTLAND LONG-FAVOURED BY TOURISTS AND CELEBRATED IN LITERATURE AND SONG Loch Lomond, Stirling and the Trossachs embrace some of the most beautiful scenery in Scotland, as well as sites associated with great historical events that have shaped the modern nation. Much of the area is within the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, Scotland’s first National Park, whi... By Gavin D. Smith from Issue 9 published on 20/7/2003 Scotland's fringe of gold (Fife)GAVIN D. SMITH EXTOLS THE VIRTUES OF THE COUNTY OF FIFE, RENOWNED FOR ITS GOLF, ATTRACTIVE COAST AND RICH HISTORY King James VI (1542 – 1625) wrote that his kingdom possessed “a fringe of gold on a beggar’s mantle”. The “fringe of gold” was a specific reference to the coast of Fife. Indeed, the county has for centuries been known as ‘The Kingdom of Fife’, and its spirit of independence even ensured its survival... By Gavin D. Smith from Issue 8 published on 17/5/2003 Scotland's Land of DiversityTOM BRUCEGARDYNE REVEALS THE MYSTERY OF A LANDLOCKED COUNTY LINKING LOWLAND SCOTLAND TO THE HIGHLANDS On the day she returned from Scotland with her husband Prince Albert in 1844, Queen Victoria was already suffering serious withdrawal symptoms. That night back at Windsor Castle, she wrote emotionally in her journal of how she missed the fine hills and the mountain air “so pure, light and brisk. “... By Tom Bruce-Gardyne from Issue 7 published on 7/3/2003 Hebridean VoyageIAN MITCHELL, NATIVE ISLANDER AND AUTHOR, INTRODUCES THE FASCINATING HISTORY AND CULTURE OF THE HEBRIDES When Columba sailed his coracle north from Ireland to Iona in 563, he moved from a world of discipline into one of freedom. The church he founded in the Hebrides might have been Catholic in doctrine and belief, but it acknowledged no allegiance to Rome. It was an independent entity, based on an isla... By Ian Mitchell from Issue 6 published on 6/2/2003 Edinburgh, Athens of the NorthKATE PATRICK EXPLAINS WHAT MAKES EDINBURGH SUCH A MAGNIFICENT AND LIVELY CITY, SUBLIMELY COMBINING THE MODERN WITH THE ANCIENT Too well known to admit description,” was how Dr Johnson felt about the city of Edinburgh in 1775, although he is said to have acknowledged the “noble appearance” of the breadth of the streets and the loftiness of the buildings. But it’s true that because Scotland’s capital city is generally the fi... By Kate Patrick from Issue 5 published on 4/11/2002 Edinurgh, a truly capital cityALISON THOMAS ENSURES THAT YOU WON’T BE AT A LOSS IN SCOTLAND’S CAPITAL CITY, ARMED WITH A SELECTION OF THE BEST PLACES TO STAY, EAT AND VISIT Edinburgh is a capital city in every sense of the word. Its setting alone makes it special, straddling a cluster of ancient extinct volcanoes between the Pentland Hills and the Firth of Forth. Rugged mountain landscapes penetrate the very heart of the city and the sea can be glimpsed from street cor... By Alison Thomas from Issue 5 published on 4/11/2002 Speyside: Castles and whiskyGavin D Smith explores the history and wonder of one of Scotland's most popular tourist destinations Famed throughout the world for its malt whiskies, Speyside comprises vast expanses of rich, fertile farmland and bleak, dramatic areas of moorland, punctuated by the pagoda roofs of distilleries and the towers of castles. Indeed, Aberdeen & Grampian Tourist Board market the area as ‘Scotland’s Castl... By Gavin D. Smith from Issue 3 published on 5/7/2002 A golden triangle (Speyside)Speyside is a magical mix of the very best of Scotland - and on top of that, it's the sunniest part of the country. Speyside is particularly famous for its huge number of distilleries. People travel from all over the world to take the tours, sample the wares and walk the grounds of some of the world’s best-known distilleries. But there’s a lot more to Speyside than first meets the eye, as with so much of Scotland... By Dominic Roskrow from Issue 3 published on 5/7/2002 Dumfries & Galloway, forget the clichesSecret? Not for long. Dumfries and Galloway is bursting at the seams with everything to make a family holiday, romantic break or anything in between It’s often called Scotland’s best-kept secret – even in this issue of Scotland Magazine – but that doesn’t really tell you much about the area or the wealth of places of interest, historic monuments, ruins, castles, important religious sites, beaches, forestry reserves, festivals – you name it, Dumf... By Marcin Miller from Issue 2 published on 5/6/2002 A free spirit (Glasgow)Tom Bruce-Gardyne takes a swift trip back in time on contemporary Glasgow's streets For a brief historical tour round Glasgow one place to start and possibly finish would be the St Enoch Centre on Argyle St. Despite her somewhat curious name, St Enoch was the ‘Mother of All Glasgow’ who set up a religious community here with her son Mungo in the 6th century AD. While Mungo went on ... By Tom Bruce-Gardyne from Issue 1 published on 5/3/2002 Glasgow - Bonny & ClydeArchitecture, resturants, pubs, clubs, parks, meseums, galleries... Glasgow has it all, and plenty more besides. Glasgow is a city of surprises, a place that has shed its traditional image of the classic industrial centre with surprising ease and grace. Few other cities have accomplished such a complete transition, which is reflected in the awards European City of Culture in 1990 and UK City of Architecture an... By Jon Bruford from Issue 1 published on 5/3/2002 Glasgow at a glanceHappening Glaswegians include actors Robert Carlyle (Trainspotting) and John Hannah (The Mummy Returns), Sharleen Spiteri (singer with band Texas), Daniela Nardini (actress), Howie B (musician), writer and designer John Byrne and Booker Prize-winning auth Barcelona has Gaudi, but Glasgow has the ar... By Jon Bruford from Issue 1 published on 5/3/2002 |  | ||||||||||||
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