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Scotland Magazine Issue 16Published on 15/9/2004 Contents
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Scotland's beating heartDominic Roskrow sings the praises of Scotch whisky Eagle-eyed readers of this column will have noticed that in recent issues my travels in Scotland have taken me further and further west and north, and particularly to the islands that ring Scotland’s ... By Dominic Roskrow in the section From the Editor
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Moving forward in the HighlandsRoddy Martine talks... THERE were 20 of us around the table at the Ballachulish Hotel in Lochaber. It was an eclectic mix which included five Highland councillors, among them Dr Michael Foxley, vice-convenor of Highland Cou... By Roddy Martine in the section Roddy Martine's World
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Kinnoull Hill PerthThis issue successful Hollywood actor Brian Cox picks his favourite place. Main text and pictures by Andy Hall I have been fortunate enough to have met Brian many times throughout the making of ASense of Belonging to Scotland, and also in a joint presentation in Brussels to raise the profile of Dundee Universi... By Andy Hall in the section Scenic Scotland
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A border castle packed with surprisesCharles Douglas visits Thirlestane in the Scottish Borders The Maitland Family has been established in the Scottish Borders for centuries. William Maitland was secretary to Mary Queen of Scots, and his brother became Lord Chancellor of Scotland and 1st Baron ... By Charles Douglas in the section Historic Houses
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You take the low road...John Hannavy visits some of the spectacular castles to the south of Edinburgh and Glasgow While many of the country’s most immediately recognisable castles are located around the central belt, you don’t have to travel very far into Scotland before some spectacular castles and towers come w... By John Hannavy in the section Scottish Castles
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Shrouded in mystery and farce...The Gowrie Conspiracy is one of the stranger incidents in Scottish history. James Irvine Robertson tries to make sense of the event, which happened more than 400 years ago On August 6th 1600, 34 year old King James VI was staying at Falkland Palace some 14 miles from Perth. Up early in the morning, he and his retinue were going to hunt deer. They went to the stables to ... By James Irvine Robertson in the section Scottish History
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In praise of ospreysThe osprey represents one of Scotland’s most spectacular success stories, having re-established itself there without human intervention. Graham Holliday reports The osprey is one of Scotland’s most remarkable conservation success stories. Persecuted to extinction during the Victorian era, the bird disappeared in 1916 when the last known pair bred on an island... By Graham Holiday in the section Scottish Wildlife
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In celebration of fishingFishing has played a major role in Scottish life for generations. Vivien Devlin celebrates Fish Week in Ullapool Fishing has been a way of life for generations of Scots over the past 250 years and more. Around Scotland’s saltwind swept coastline, thriving ports and village communities grew up from Newhaven on th... By Vivien Devlin in the section Scottish Events
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Battlefields and beauty spotsDavid Gordan highlights some of Scotland’s most famous battle sites If there is one thing we can say for sure about Scotland’s history it is that it has been one of the most turbulent and violent in the world. Inter clan strife as well as struggles against a long lin... By David Gordon in the section Scottish Culture
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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... By Sally Toms in the section Regional Focus
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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 k... By Sally Toms in the section Regional Focus
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A very special DiscoveryThe Discovery now resides on the River Tay and is packed with history. David Bowers visited it Standing on the deck of a three-masted barque berthed on the River Tay in Dundee on a sunny autumnal morning, it was difficult imagining this vessel trapped in a sea of ice over two long Antarctic win... By David Bowers in the section Best of Scotland
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Scotland’s top adventure playground?The Aviemore and Cairngorm district of the Highlands is undergoing a major transformation. Dominic Roskrow gives this special report If you’ve visited Aviemore in recent years then chances are you won’t have made plans to rush back. From Scotland’s most progressive ski resort in the ‘60s, complete with state of the art hotels and ... By Dominic Roskrow in the section Best of Scotland
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Small is beautifulIN EXCLUSIVE ASSOCIATION WITH HotelReviewScotland.com Pool House Poolewe, Ross-shire Tel: +44 (0)1445 781 272 There are many different hotels which might prove the claim that ‘small is beautiful’ but none are quite as diversely intriguing as Pool House. ... By in the section Best of Scotland
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No better time to try seafoodThe first week of October is Seafood Week organised by the Seafish Industry Authority. We mark it by publishing some recipes using Scottish fish and seafood When it comes to compiling lists of essential things you really must do once in your life, sailing on the west coast of Scotland should figure somewhere. Not only is the coast rugged and beautiful, bu... By Dominic Roskrow in the section Scottish Food
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Rosslyn Chapel and The Da Vinci CodeThe Da Vinci Code is one of the year’s most talked about books. Mark Oxbrow looks at the mystery and the link with the Rosslyn Chapel Everyone loves a good mystery, which is why The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown hit number one in the New York Times bestseller list and become a multimillion-selling blockbuster in the United States. Its... By Mark Oxbrow in the section Scottish Landmarks
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All the allure of Whisky GaloreBarra in the Outer Hebrides takes some getting to. But as Robin McKelvie reports, its mix of history and stunning nature make it worth the effort Swooping in over the sea the airport appears amidst a rumble of hills overlooking the sweeping sands of Cockle Bay. There is a tiny terminal building, but no runway. The ‘Twin Otter’ tugs around for ... By Robin McKelvie in the section Scottish Destinations
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The clan of the gods? (Mackenzies)In the latest in our series on great clans of Scotland James Irvine Robertson considers the Mackenzies In England the aristocracy, if grand enough, may be able to claim some ancestor who came over in 1066 with William the Conqueror. The Highland clans routinely trace back another 500 years to the kings... By James Irvine Robertson in the section Scottish Clans
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The lifeblood of ScotlandIt’s often said that whisky runs through Scotland’s veins. But it influences the country’s culture and heritage, too. Dominic Roskrow introduces some of the country’s greatest malts Scotch whisky is tangible proof that miracles exist. Why make a pilgrimage to Fatima or Lourdes in the hope of witnessing something supernatural when you can find such proof in any distillery in Scotl... By Dominic Roskrow in the section Scottish Whisky
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Antique golf ball is a big hit200 year old golf ball... An 18th century golf ball linked to renowned St Andrews professional, William Robertson has been bought for £24,000 ($45,000) at an auction at Lyon and Turnbull’s in Edinburgh. The ball, which dates f... By Sally Toms in the section Scottish Antiques
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Artists show up for charityMore than 800 original paintings and sculptures by Scottish artists The Macmillan art show is returning to the Scotland Street School in November. More than 800 original paintings and sculptures by Scottish artists will be on display, providing a huge variety of subje... By Sally Toms in the section Scottish Antiques Copyright Scotland Magazine © 1999-2008. All rights reserved. To use or reproduce part or all of this article please contact us for details of how you can do so legally. |  | ||||||||||||
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