Lifestyle
The Scots Magazine
The Joy Of Planning
Your mountain expert revisits a favourite book that opened up Scotland for him and kindled a heady delight in plotting a route
7 min |
March 2025
The Scots Magazine
A Disturbing Decline
Scotland's birth rate has plummeted, storing up problems for the country's future - is this is in part due to pressure on would-be parents?
6 min |
March 2025
The Scots Magazine
Doing It On The Hoof
Borders farm worker Graeme Parker has become an online sensation as the Hoof GP, educating millions of followers
4 min |
March 2025
The Scots Magazine
A Forager's Spring
Take a wander through the islands' early bounty - and be inspired to use it
3 min |
March 2025
The Scots Magazine
The Joy And The Terror
As he approaches 80, screen and stage actor Clive Russell relishes his newfound popularity but admits he still dreads being left idle
7 min |
March 2025
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Shaking Up Shortbread
Some big shortie showstoppers are heading for the Highlands...
3 min |
March 2025
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Isle of Arran
Take a trip out west to \"Scotland in miniature\", an island haven teeming with history, beauty and serenity
10 min |
March 2025
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Campaigning Kate
How a determined woman of Scottish descent led the battle for votes for women in New Zealand, and sought equality for all
4 min |
March 2025
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Gothic Generations
Author Heather Parry shares the inspiration behind her latest novel as she picks apart the dark side of family relationships
5 min |
March 2025
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Bold And Beautiful
Meet the South Uist breeder who has spent years perfecting his flock of hardy, spirited Howmore River Hebridean sheep
5 min |
March 2025
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Mythology & Mystery
Folk star Ainsley Hamill's latest record Fable is thrumming with life
2 min |
March 2025
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Magic In The Air
There's a mesmerising world of aviation history just waiting to be explored in the hangars of the National Museum of Flight
2 min |
March 2025
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Dealing With A Danger
The problem of drugs spiking in Scotland continues to hit the headlines – so would making it a specific criminal offence help tackle the issue?
5 min |
February 2025
The Scots Magazine
Dark Side Of Love
Alice Feeney on her passion for Scotland, writing in secret and the characters who won't go away
5 min |
February 2025
The Scots Magazine
800 Years Of Milling
Discover the charms of Barry Mill, an operational water-driven corn mill, and the generations of people whose lives it helped to change
3 min |
February 2025
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Web Of Wonder
Despite their perceived malevolence in popular culture, spiders are a magnificent and vital part of the ecosystem
5 min |
February 2025
The Scots Magazine
Embracing Winter In Scotland
Writer Helen Moat talks about the trip that changed her life – and drew her to the Highlands
4 min |
February 2025
The Scots Magazine
Home On The Road
With more variety for campers than ever, a major SEC exhibition is bringing home comforts and convenience to your next adventure
2 min |
February 2025
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Shelter & Sanctuary
On the islands, stormy weather only accentuates the cosiness of my auntie's kitchen
3 min |
February 2025
The Scots Magazine
Beauty & Austerity
These dual qualities capture Glen Coe's winter landscape, one which offers a home to predators, challengers and masters of camouflage
6 min |
February 2025
The Scots Magazine
Wild Colonial Boy
Born in Inverness but transported as a wayward youth to Tasmania, charming outlaw Captain Melville left a trail of crime in his wake
4 min |
February 2025
The Scots Magazine
Red Sky Thinking
Americana stars Red Sky July on creating cinematic soundscapes
3 min |
February 2025
The Scots Magazine
Savour A Smokie
Surrounded by stunning coastline and a rich maritime heritage, the Arbroath Smokie Trail is adding this local delicacy to the foodie map
2 min |
February 2025
The Scots Magazine
Slowing The Pace
Within easy reach of the major cities, the rolling Ochils offer a gentle reminder of the small but mighty delights to be found on our doorstep
7 min |
February 2025
The Scots Magazine
The Many Faces Of Mr Norton
The illustrious, talented actor has plenty of tales to tell . . . and write
6 min |
February 2025
The Scots Magazine
A Legacy Of Caring
A Western Isles bothy and projects helping Afghan women and children are a fitting tribute to courageous aid worker Linda Norgrove
5 min |
February 2025
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Affairs Of The Heart
An Edinburgh evening of warmth, romance and exquisite whisky-street food pairings proves a match made in heaven
2 min |
February 2025
The Scots Magazine
Unst To Orbit
Shetland's spaceport is set to take Europe by storm, launching rockets to the stratosphere
3 min |
November 2024
The Scots Magazine
Just Passing Through
A tale of the unexpected unfolds at dawn in a Stirlingshire glen as a rare, shy creature slips out of the shadows
5 min |
November 2024
The Scots Magazine
Brigadoon Revisited
An affectionate look back at the low budget \"synthetic Scotch\" movie that still sparkles in the mist, 70 years on
4 min |