Scotland says farewell to Queen Elizabeth II at St Giles’ Cathedral
A celebration of Queen Elizabeth II’s life took place at St Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh on Monday 12 September – read the Order of…
Historic Events
Operation Unicorn: Death of HM Queen Elizabeth II
Operation Unicorn is the name given to the formal plans in the eventuality that Queen Elizabeth II should die at Balmoral, which was one…
Leave your message of condolence for the Royal Family on the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II
HM Queen Elizabeth II, the longest reigning monarch in British history, passed away peacefully on Thursday 8 September, at Balmoral Castle at the age…
The Queen in Scotland
As we pay tribute to the remarkable life and reign of HM Queen Elizabeth II, we look back at our article on the duties…
Platinum Jubilee Celebrations 2022
As we pay tribute to the remarkable life and reign of HM Queen Elizabeth II, we look back at the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations…
Edward VIII Balmoral holiday scandal
How a holiday at Balmoral proved disastrous for the reputation of King Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson
The Saltire Flag: History and legacy
As Scotland’s Flag Heritage Centre reopens after major restoration, we uncover the fascinating history of Scotland’s national symbol and the meaning behind it The…
Golf in St Andrews: Fife’s jewel in the crown
As The Open returns to the home of golf for its 150th anniversary, former student of the town, Henrietta Easton, explains the significance of…
The Isle of Iona: Heaven in the Hebrides
Why rush a place like the Isle of Iona in a day, when you can stay and soak up the spiritual atmosphere for longer?…
King George IV Visits Scotland in 1822
When Sir Walter Scott was tasked with planning the first visit to Scotland by a reigning monarch, King George IV, in almost two centuries,…
