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 • Ancient footprints discovered on an Angus beach and a clan gathering in Georgia

NEWS IN BRIEF

ISLAND ESSENTIALS •  Heading out to the Scottish isles this summer? Here’s what you should pack

Notes from the Isles • We all owe a debt of gratitude to Rabbie Burns, says our friend, while a poignant song stirs memories

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

Stewart STRONGHOLDS • This issue, we follow the trail of the family that rose to found Scotland’s longest-reigning royal dynasty

Meet and greet • Joe Miller, senior hall porter at Gleneagles, shares his experiences of working at the luxury hotel for over five decades

What’s in a NAME? • In his new book, author David Ross explains the origins of many Scottish surnames

Above and beyond • We visit Links House, a five-star Highlands hotel that offers guests some truly spectacular experiences

THE TARTAN ARMY • Our Scotsman can hardly contain his excitement as the football World Cup approaches…

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THE MAN BEHIND THE MYTH • William Wallace may be one of Scotland’s most famous heroes, but much of his life remains a mystery

A GIANT BATTLE OF WITS • This issue, our storyteller explains how Fingal’s Cave on the Isle of Staffa got its name

Explore Britain’s ancient mysteries

Museum MAKEOVER • Almost 60 years after it first opened, Glencoe Folk Museum is finally getting the investment it deserves

DISCOVER IRELAND • 124 pages of landscapes, legends, and lore.

The Black Isle • We take a tour round this often overlooked peninsula, which our beloved Notes from the Isles columnist calls home

Songs of the sea • Joss Cameron, aka Scotland’s Shanty Queen, on why she’s so committed to keeping traditional maritime music alive

Ask the expert • This issue, Dr Bruce Durie helps a reader with their quest for information on the Greig family

THRILLS AND STILLS • Whether venturing north, south, east, or west, you’re never far from a whisky tour in Scotland

HIGHLAND FLINGS • With clan gatherings, traditional games and music festivals, the high summer calendar is packed with Scottish heritage fun

THE STORY BEHIND… • As a new Joan Eardley exhibition opens, lead curator Kerry Gledhill talks to Laura Sutherland about the late artist’s contribution to the history of art