Outlander has taken the world by storm since the first series began in 2014. People have been captivated by the romance of Claire and Jamie, making stars of Catriona Balfe and Sam Heughan. Based on the popular series of books by Diana Gabaldon, fans are eagerly awaiting the premiere of Season 6 next week, which…
With early nights and a chill in the air, what better time to enjoy a bit of theatre. There are several great theatres and art centres with excellent programmes to enliven those winter nights. Pitlochry Festival Theatre will hold their annual Winter Words Festival again this February, with a great series of authors giving…
Scotland has a long history of travel and trade with many parts of the world and the Scottish diaspora are often proud of their connections with the country. There are many millions of people who can trace their family tree back to Scotland and researching your ancestry might be high on your list of things…
Glencoe is perhaps one of the most infamous glens in Scotland due to the Glencoe Massacre which occurred in 1692. Following the accession to the throne of William III, a royal proclamation declared that the new subjects were to declare their allegiance to the king before 1st January 1692. The MacDonalds did not take this…
Perth’s Winter Festival is a 10-week long celebration of all things festive. Running from November through to Chinese New Year, the festival includes a number of events throughout December and January. We headed into Perth last month for the Christmas Light Switch-On event on the 15th November. This event alone is something to behold as…
The dam and fish ladder at Pitlochry have long been a popular sightseeing spot for visitors. The addition of a café and visitor centre in 2017 have added a fun and family friendly experience to the site. Construction began in 1946 and the dam has been operational since 1951. The water flowing down the River…
Deanston Distillery is located in the small village of Deanston, 9 miles from Stirling and next to Doune. The building began life as a cotton mill in 1785, which explains its peculiar design for a whisky distillery. The mill grew to employ thousands of local workers and was the heart of the community for more…
The Trossachs have been an inspiration for artists for centuries, and it is easy to see why. With the mist-wreathed peaks, abundant greenery and shimmering lochs, it was a paradise for exponents of the Romantic literary movement. It is during this period that the area began to be popularised in artistic works, from poems to…
1. Hallowild at Blair Drummond Safari Park (12th to 27th October) This year, the Safari Park is unveiling The Tomb! A brand new indoor Halloween attraction with special 3D effects and live actors, that’s guaranteed to set hearts racing. There will also be magic shows, slime making, a pumpkin patch, giant haybale spiders and all…
Brig o’ Turk is the quintessence of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. An area of natural beauty taking in expansive lochs, hiking trails that take in stunning scenery, a quaint village and a sense of adventure as you explore its history and heritage. A short drive from Callander is the hamlet of Kilmahog,…