The Scots Magazine April Issue – Out Now!

CONTENTS
My Scotland Granite Harbour’s Dawn Steele shares the locations that bring her joy
#OutAndAboutScotland Our readers’ eye-catching images captured on camera and shared this month
Around Scotland Dates for your diary to keep you entertained for the entire month of April
Hidden Treasures The Hebridean Baker’s new column with a little help from some friends, plus he shares his family’s fern cake recipe
If You Go One Place…
Stunning Inverness & Moray should be on your list
TSM Investigates the decline of Scottish high streets
Cresting A Wave We catch up with Scotland’s surfing stars as they gear up for the national championships
Embracing Wildness Wildlife expert Jim Crumley on the rogue release of lynx in Cairngorms National Park
Gear Guide Our panel of six outdoor experts put the latest clothing and equipment to the test
If You Do One Thing…
Be inspired to book a Scottish staycation
Your superb guide on what to do and where to go, whatever the weather!
Island Getaway
The best things to do on our wonderful Scottish islands
Highland Holiday
Inspiration for your next adventure in the north
Central & East Coast
Why these regions should be on your must-visit list
Borders & SW
Stunning scenery and much more await you in the south
Plus…
Quirky Stays
Luxury Hotels
Fine Dining
Secret Spots
If You Read One Thing…
Read our entertaining interview with football legend Frank McAvennie
A Rescuer’s Tale Cameron McNeish on a book about drama, tragedy and ultimately triumph
Electric Dreams History buff Alistair Heather takes on a daunting 24-hour e-bike traverse of Kintyre
Ever Restless Cult film Restless Natives is re-imagined as a musical in its 40th anniversary year
The Love Of Peat Dispelling the whisky myths around smoke, casks and peatiness
Scottish Bookshelf Rachelle Atalla discusses her apocalyptic-themed books, plus a look at new releases