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In this issue

My Scotland
Social media video creator Chris Paul Lawlor on his top Scottish spots

The Art O’ The Blether
Singers, poets and storytellers share the Scots language

Ruins, Rocks & Rapids
Rebecca Gibson recommends places to go and things to see around Lochinver

Caledonian Canines
A celebration of Scotland’s native dog breeds

Woodland Whispers
Jim Crumley hears the song of Scotland’s tawny owl

Munro Of The Month
Beinn Na Lap is easy to climb but difficult to reach

my Scotland

From coast to countryside, the social media influencer reveals the places that have shaped his creative vision

3 mins

Around Scotland

Your pick of the top events from across the country

3 mins

Tradition In Motion

In January, Glasgow becomes a stage for stories and song at the Celtic Connections festival

3 mins

True North

For blogger Laurie Goodlad, her native Shetland remains her greatest inspiration

2 mins

Eternal Flame

A blazing tradition keeps the past alive in Shetland's winter darkness

3 mins

Land Of Legends

From benevolent wolf-men to storm-tossed sea spirits, Shetland's folklore is a reflection of its history

3 mins

A Dot In The Ocean

Discover towering cliffs, bustling seabird colonies and breathtaking coastal vistas on the enchanting and remote Shetland island of Fair Isle

4 mins

From Stage To Sea

Scotland's funniest couple trade scripts for swimsuits as they dive into Scotland's cold waters this winter

6 mins

Ruins, Rocks & Rapids

Enjoy the diverse wildlife, history and geology around Lochinver with our pick of places to go and things to do

5 mins

A Wee Blether With...Lauren Lyle

The Scottish actress bringing DS Karen Pirie to life on ITV

2 mins

The Poet, Preserved

Beth McHugh takes a guided journey through Glasgow's Mitchell Library's Burns Collection

5 mins

FROM THE VAULT

Unique tales from our archives. This month: a rare glimpse of Robert Burns through our pages

2 mins

In His Own Hand

Kirsty Souter steps into The Writers' Museum in Edinburgh, where Burns's handwritten letters keep his legacy alive for new generations

1 mins

The Art O' The Blether

A monthly event in Dundee gives the Scots language a thriving platform

5 mins

The World O'er

From granite to bronze, from Scotland to New Zealand, the Bard's immortal image bridges nations and generations

3 mins

The Same Language

The Hebrides and the Nordic islands might differ in many ways, but they share the same soul...

3 mins

Caledonian Canines

From the rugged Highlands to the city streets, Scotland's native dogs are as distinctive and spirited as the land they come from

4 mins

Reading The Rocks

Follow the red sandstone edge of Scotland's east coast to uncover 400 million years of geological wonders

4 mins

A Voice In The Dark

Author Tariq Ashkanani talks about the evolution of his writing and the ideas that inspired his latest thriller, The Midnight King

4 mins

To What Matters

Tomatin's story is one of shared purpose, respect for tradition and the bonds that make every dram a tribute to home

3 mins

Badger & Co

Jacki Joyce enjoys modern Scottish dining with a dash of storybook charm in the heart of the capital

1 mins

Fonab Castle

Rachel McConachie indulges in five-star luxury at this hotel and spa on the banks of Loch Faskally

3 mins

Woodland Whispers

As night falls over Scotland's forests, the soft call of the tawny owl echoes through the trees – a timeless voice in a changing landscape

5 mins

Shetland pioneer Johnnie Notions helped treat smallpox with homemade science

MOST people would run a mile if a self-taught doctor concocted a special serum that he insisted would protect them against a killer disease, but in the 18th century thousands of Shetlanders trusted a man nicknamed Johnnie Notions to administer a homemade smallpox inoculation, saving a great many lives.

1 mins

A Rooted Interest

Rab Anderson shares the same passion for the Pentlands as his great-great-uncle William once did

4 mins

A Great Outdoorsman

Editor, campaigner and hillwalker Roger Smith brought Scotland's landscape to readers everywhere, inspiring future generations

7 mins

Beinn Na Lap

This remote mountain in the central Highlands is the perfect place to finish a great adventure

3 mins

Along For The Ride

Peter John Meiklem eats humble pie - and many burgers – as he cycles the 340km Badger Divide

8 mins

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The Scots Magazine Description:

Publisher: DC-Thomson

Category: Lifestyle

Language: English

Frequency: Monthly

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.