Great Scottish Journeys The final part of our fab trip along the North Coast 500

Take A Hike Nature and industrial heritage at the Falls of Clyde

Focus On The Borders The best to see and do in our beautiful border country

The Show Will Go On
As the country opens up, discover the best events outside, indoors and online.

Scottish Bookshelf
The latest releases in both fact and fiction, plus the team’s must-read list.

Music And Mountains
Composer Matilda Brown turns her hiking adventures into soaring instrumentals..

My Scotland
Award-winning crime fiction author Denise Mina reveals her favourite places.

Nature Unleashed
Top nature writer Jim Crumley delights at how much the natural world has flourished without human interference.

The Great Eight
Explore the stunning Hill House, Helensburgh, designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh

Big In Hollywood
Fife-based vintage specialist Scaramanga has become an essential resource for props on blockbuster film sets.

The Forgotten Dead
A new excavation in Fife hopes to unearth the secrets of the 1651 Battle of Pitreavie.

Wild In Knoydart
Escape to one of the last great wildernesses – only accessible by ferry or a long walk in..

Wild About Scotland 
A 60-year-old newspaper clipping inspires nature expert Jim Crumley to investigate nightingale sightings in Stirling.

A 17th-century Sleuth
Crime novelist Douglas Watt discusses setting his detective novels in the 1600s.

Schemes To Big Screen
Director Dave MacLean reveals Schemers, his film homage to Dundee.

Focus On The Borders
Take in the rolling hills and harbour havens – and the secret past that lies behind this peaceful exterior.

Wee Blether With...
Arielle Free, the only Scots presenter on Radio 1 and champion of Scottish music.

Wild About Scotland
Nature expert Jim Crumley investigates the meaning behind the captivating song of the skylark.

Island of Bluebells
Inchcailloch on Loch Lomond is a paradise bursting with birds and bluebells..

Wild About Scotland
Nature expert Jim Crumley explores the secret life of the elusive and nocturnal badger.

Carina’s Kitchen
Your top chef gets inspiration from her daughter’s pop idol.

Time To Reflect
On the 700th anniversary of the Declaration of Arbroath, discover its history and the celebrations planned to commemorate it.

Scotland’s Islands
This stunning photographic series visits Luing, one of Argyll’s beautiful Slate Islands..

Borders Beauty
Head to Kelso for the fantastic celebration of art that is Borders Art Fair.

My Scotland
Ace crime-writer Chris Brookmyre reveals his top Scottish locations.

Pack Up, Saddle Up
Enjoy the thrills and explore the wilderness on an off-road bikepacking adventure..

Wildlife EMERGENCY Bringing the wildcat back from the brink.

GLASGOW film festival What’s hot at the top celebration of international film.

Exclusive! HARRY BENSON The iconic Scots photographer on his life through a lens..

14 PAGES OF inspiration for family fun on amazing ARRAN.

EDDI READER
The stunning Scottish places that stir a singer’s soul.

Wild About Scotland
Nature expert Jim Crumley travels to Berwickshire and enjoys an immersive seaside spectacular.

Slàinte Mhath
The ideal dram to go with your top 10 Christmas hits.

Kenny MacAskill’s Roots And Branches
A tale of two MacDonalds who travelled the world after the Jacobite rising of 1745..

Sound Of Scotland - Your columnist Lisa-Marie Ferla meets Orkney-inspired musician Erland Cooper.

Carina’s Kitchen - Your top chef cooks up a new tradition for Bonfire Night..

Your Scotland Movie icon Brian Cox is the next in this fascinating series where famous Scots list their favourite Scottish locations

A Wee Blether With... Kate Leiper, artist and illustrator of children’s books

Wild About Scotland Nature expert Jim Crumley enjoys peace and serenity under an old oak tree

Take A Hike A personal triumph for a young lad – his first Munro!

Your Scotland Author Val McDermid starts a fascinating new series where famous Scots list their favourite Scottish locations

Wild About Scotland Nature expert Jim Crumley supports new legislation that
protects foxes and hares

Cameron’s Country Cameron McNeish reports on gorgeous Galloway

Take A Hike A circular route to the dramatic Bracklinn Falls and Callander Crags

Discover the 10 best trails for exploring Scotland

Great Scottish Rail Journeys

A Wee Blether With... Fergus Linehan, director of the Edinburgh International Festival

Wild About Scotland Your nature expert Jim Crumley investigates the hypnotising nature of harriers

Great Scottish Railway Journeys

A To Z Of Great Scots Lady Naismith, the brains behind an audacious escape from the Tower of London

Breaking Down Barriers

Festival Triple Bill Behind the scenes of Cymera, a brand new book festival for lovers of sc-fi, fantasy and horror

A to Z of great scots

Wild about scotland

The Tale Of Tennent’s Raise a glass to a new visitor centre that celebrates 500 years of brewing in Glasgow

Great Scottish Railway Journeys Mesmerising scenery from Glasgow to Fort William

Commemorating An Unusual Friendship Celebrating two kings of the Cuillin, crofter John Mackenzie and gentleman Norman Collie

Sound Of Scotland Columnist Lisa-Marie Ferla presents three solo releases sure to get your blood racing

MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS Don’t miss our exclusive interview with David Tennant on his role as John Knox in the Hollywood hit

AN ORKNEY ODYSSEY Your chance to win a superb luxury holiday to the historic and stunningly scenic Northern Isles

Great Scottish Railway Journeys Take the terrific track from Glasgow to Stranraer!

Wild About Scotland Your nature expert Jim Crumley celebrates the sand martin, herald of spring

First published in 1739, The Scots Magazine is the world’s most widely-read Scottish interest title, which has evolved into a colourful, authoritative, thought-provoking monthly periodical with many thousands of readers worldwide. It’s a blend of in-depth articles and shorter pieces about Scotland past, present and future.

2019 photographer of the year The search for our next winner begins!

CELEBRATING RABBIE What’s on at the Big Burns Supper, plus the forgotten story of the Bard’s family

STUNNING STIRLING! There’s loads to see and do in this vibrant and beautiful city at the historic heart of Scotland

Murderer To Monarch A look at the turbulent life and times of mythical warrior king Robert the Bruce

Wild About Scotland Nature expert Jim Crumley marvels at the wonderful world of nature in winter

On Your Bike Top winter riding high above the glens of Clova and Prosen

Take A Hike Enjoy a seasonal stroll through the Stank Glen and up to Ben Ledi

Great Scottish Journeys - Explore the stunning north-east coast, city to city from Dundee to Aberdeen.

School For Sculptors - An Aberdeenshire village has attracted sculptors from all over the world for 40 years and more...

Wild country Discover how the John Muir Trust protects our most treasured landscapes

DESTINATION DUNDEE Inspiration for fun family days out in one of Scotland’s most vibrant and exciting cities

ROSSLYN REVEALED! Learn all about the medieval secrets of the mysterious and magnificent Rosslyn Chapel

V&A DUNDEE CELEBRATE SCOTLAND'S VIBRANT CITY OF DESIGN

ORKNEY ODYSSEY Journey to the far north to discover an archaeological land of wonders!

BEST BOOK FESTIVALS Wigtown Book Festival, Bloody Scotland Crime Writing Festival and A Write Highland Hoolie...

PROF SUE BLACK EXCLUSIVE

EXPLORE THE BEAUTIFUL BORDERS

How eerie Sandwood Bay inspired musician Duncan Chisholm

Great Scottish Journeys Explore magical Highland Perthshire with a stunning round trip starting at Crieff

Discover some thrilling trails on the Drumlanrig estate

Great Gear Guide The latest outdoor gear and clothing reviewed for you

This month’s focus is on fabulous Fort William and Lochaber

Great Scottish Journeys Enjoy the wonders of the west coast with a spectacular trip from Oban to Fort William

Scottish Bookshelf Two authors locked in a world of myth and make-believe, plus the latest book reviews

FITNESS IN THE FOREST We get physical with Scotland’s Kilted Yoga superstar and YouTube sensation Finlay Wilson!

SUMMER FESTIVAL FEVER All that’s hot at the Edinburgh International Film, Borders Book & Glasgow’s West End Festivals

Skye spectacular Discover the best to see and do on the Misty Isle

Cameron McNeish visits Rob Roy Macgregor’s kingdom in The Trossachs

Great Scottish Journeys Coastal delights, history and heritage from Edinburgh to Berwick-upon-Tweed

Take A Hike Charity and camaraderie on magnificent Ben Nevis

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First published in 1739, The Scots Magazine is the world’s most widely-read Scottish interest title, which has evolved into a colourful, authoritative, thought-provoking monthly periodical with many thousands of readers worldwide. It’s a blend of in-depth articles and shorter pieces about Scotland past, present and future. The country and its culture are well represented, reflecting the many facets of the nation: the people, outdoors, events, music, wildlife and history.

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