Breaking the habit
Scotland is full of new discoveries, says Sally Toms
November 2007, Issue 35, page 3
Life on Lewis
At this time of year I am usually to be found on the island of Lewis, where I annually meet up with a group of old friends in a stalking lodge, far from the madding crowd.
As the temperature drops, h...
November 2007, Issue 35, page 7
Celtic Connections
16th Jan – 3rd Feb 2008
Glasgow
November 2007, Issue 35, page 12
Edinburgh's Hogmanay
29th Dec 2007 – 1st Jan 2008
Edinburgh
November 2007, Issue 35, 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
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
It has to be Harris
In the last of our series on Scottish islands, John Hannavy turns to the Hebridean Isle of Harris
November 2007, Issue 35, page 18
Life on the ocean wave
One of the best ways of seeing Scotland is by sailing round it. And if you're going
to sail you might as well do it in style says Dominic Roskrow
November 2007, Issue 35, page 22
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
Come hell or high water
James Carron explores the Elie chain walk, one of Fife's most unusual coastal walks
November 2007, Issue 35, page 26
Aberdeen & Grampian – wild country
Few 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
November 2007, Issue 35, page 31
Aberdeen & Grampian – where to stay
Atholl 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
...
November 2007, Issue 35, page 36
Aberdeen & Grampian – where to eat
Atlantis 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
T...
November 2007, Issue 35, page 37
The Earls of Argyll
James Irvine Robertson looks at the dramatic history of the noble Campbells
November 2007, Issue 35, page 38
A brush with art
Artist holidays are a great way to get creative and experience Scotland's outdoors. Kate Ennis reports
November 2007, Issue 35, page 42
Five of the best art holidays in Scotland
Artaquarius
South Banks House, Portencross, near West Kilbride, Ayrshire
Weekend art breaks, which run on specific weekends from May to September, are ideal if you want to incorporate a short three...
November 2007, Issue 35, page 45
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
The lap of luxury
Ian Buxton visits Corrour Lodge, an exclusive holiday home in the Highlands
November 2007, Issue 35, page 48
A very modern sandwich
Sue Lawrence provides some more unusual ideas for the humble sandwich
November 2007, Issue 35, page 49
The most ancient earldom in Scotland
James Irvine Robertson turns his attention to the Clan Sutherland, one of the country's most ancient (and notorious) clans
November 2007, Issue 35, page 52
To the lighthouse
Dave McFadzean looks at the long history of lighthouses in Scotland
November 2007, Issue 35, page 54
Soaking up the culture
In the latest of our series on Scotland's great museums and art galleries, Roddy Martine Explores Perth
November 2007, Issue 35, page 58
King of the castle
Whatever you are celebrating, a majestic Scottish castle is the only way to go. Natasha Reed discovers 10 of the finest Scotland has to offer
November 2007, Issue 35, page 60
All in the mix
Rob Allanson explains the mysterious art of whisky blending
November 2007, Issue 35, page 67
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
