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The Scots Magazine January Issue – Out Now!
This month, brave the rides at the Irn-Bru Carnival, read our interview with The Hebridean Baker, Coinneach MacLeod, and visit our captivating capital, Edinburgh.
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Culture
31 Quirky Scottish Christmas Facts
Discover some crazy Scottish Christmas facts! Where in Scotland celebrates Christmas a week late and what's the old Scots word for turkey?
Heritage
4 Scottish Christmas And New Year Traditions
Discover some interesting Scottish Christmas traditions. Some aren't as popular today, but many remember those fondly from their youth.
Outdoor Scotland
North Coast 500: Is Scotland’s Route 66 Damaging The Highlands?
The North Coast 500 launched in 2015, and has become a bucket list destination with tourists. But is it doing more harm than good to locals?
My Scotland
My Scotland
My Scotland – Val McDermid
Some of the most famous Scots recount their favourite places, memories and inspirations from around Scotland. This month we bring you more from award-winning crime writer Val McDermid.
My Scotland
My Scotland – Brian Cox
Award-winning actor, Brian Cox, shares his favourite places and memories of Scotland...
My Scotland
My Scotland – KT Tunstall
Scottish singer-songwriter, KT Tunstall, tells us why Scotland has always inspired her music...
My Scotland
My Scotland – Jackie Kay
Scotland's Makar, Jackie Kay, talks poetry, places and people...
Wildlife Blogs
Facts
Five Fascinating Facts – Red Squirrels
Discover some interesting facts about Scotland's native fiery, red squirrels! They continue to need our help as populations decline...
Wildlife
White-tailed Eagles Care For Injured Chick For Over A Year
Unusual White-tailed eagle behaviour was observed on the Isle of Mull as both parents spent a year caring for their injured chick.
What’s On
Perthshire Wild Picnic Experience
It's national picnic week, the perfect time to enjoy a wild picnic experience in Straloch Estate, Perthshire!
Outdoor Scotland
6 Butterflies In Scotland This Summer!
You will find many butterflies in Scotland, but can you name them? Discover six species found fluttering here and how to conserve them.
