Scotland Magazine

Published 6 times a year every issue of Scotland Magazine delves in to the history of Scotland; from the mysterious clans to the great leaders, from the spirited creative individuals to the historical life of Scotland’s greatest castles and houses. Filled with the wonderful hidden secrets of the country, Scotland Magazine captures the spirit of this great nation, explores its history and heritage and recommends great places to visit.

Scotland Magazine

Editor’s letter

CLAN COURIER • An ambitious island project, some Highlands nostalgia, and an old whisky route is revived

A KING’S WORLD

RONAY’S RESCUE

DRINK TO THAT

PERFECTLY PRESERVED

EYES ON THE PIES

EDITOR’S DIARY • This issue, our editor is making the most of the longer days with a stroll around some of our most picturesque gardens

FARE SHARE • Build up a delicious Scottish larder with our pick of the tastiest native treats

Notes from the Isles • Our friend is reluctant to leave her Uist home, but an unusual discovery provides a welcome distraction

WE’VE GOT MAIL • A selection of messages from our readers across the globe

The Hebridean Way • Our writer takes a journey through Scotland’s Western Isles to discover how a growing band of islanders are turning it into one of Scotland’s most exciting culinary routes

THE BODYGUARD • We meet Graham Jack, Regimental Sergeant Major of the Atholl Highlanders, to find out what it means to be a member of the Chief of Clan Murray’s private army

CRUISING INTO THE CITY • Aberdeen tourism is on the up thanks to its new harbour, reports our local writer

LOYAL SUBJECTS • In her debut novel, author Flora Carr imagines how Mary, Queen of Scots’ closest allies may have assisted her escape from Lochleven Castle

MYSTERIOUS MONSTER • Our storyteller on how a washed-up sea creature created quite the stir

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EDINBURGH • From medieval burgh to modern city, the Scottish capital marries its heritage past with a strong vision for the future

BEST SEAT IN THE HOUSE • Our photojournalist visits a Shetland-based maker who is helping revive the craft of Fair Isle chairs

SCOTLAND’S BIG FIVE • Our Scotsman on the Scottish wildlife everyone hopes to spot and where to see them

Mull-ing it over • The second-largest isle in the Inner Hebrides rewards those who take their time, as our editor discovers on a slow family escape

Win a luxury stay at The Witchery • Enter our competition for your chance to win dinner and an overnight stay for two at the legendary Edinburgh hotel

Ask the expert • This issue, our genealogist examines the likelihood of a family link between a USA-based reader and a famous Scot

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THE EARLS OF MAR • We profile some of the most memorable holders of Scotland’s premier peerage, plus examine what the title means today

THE ROOT OF IT ALL • Follow in the footsteps of your forebears with a guided tour of your clan’s landmarks through time

HIGHLAND FLINGS • We look ahead to some of the clan celebrations and Scottish events taking place across the world this autumn

THE STORY BEHIND… • Author Emma Felling tells Laura Sutherland how Robert the Bruce’s dramatic reign set the scene for her new historical fiction novel