On the 150th year after his birth, Glasgow is celebrating the life and work of Charles Rennie Mackintosh, one of Scotland’s most renowned artists. Since January 2018 the lively city has been honouring his memory through numerous events and exhibitions, but if you have not had a chance to explore the Glasgow Mackintosh venues yet,…
Samhain is usually celebrated at sunset on the 31st of October. It is the traditional Celtic festival marking the coming of winter and the “darker half” of the year. Many rituals associated with Samhain have been carried down the years and co-opted by other religions or events. Samhain was believed to be a “liminal” time…
As the temperature drops and frost begins to appear, it is only natural to dream of your winter holiday. Be it with friends, family or partner, a countryside getaway is ideal to relax and take a break from work. Here’s a list of events and activities you just cannot miss this season: Sports and activities.…
With dark nights and the cold in the air, there’s no better time to share ghost stories. The Green Lady of Stirling Castle A former servant of Mary Queen of Scots this woman has been wandering the corridors of Stirling Castle since her untimely death centuries ago. One night the curtains of Mary’s four-poster bed…
The Engine Shed is Scotland’s dedicated building conservation centre, based in Stirling. Run by Historic Environment Scotland, it serves as a central hub for building and conservation professionals and the general public. Scotland’s historic built environment is a finite and unique resource, yet its care calls for conservation skills that are in short supply. This…
Callander Jazz and Blues Festival took place this year over the weekend of 28th – 30th September. This is the 13th annual festival with live gigs staged in various venues across Callander and featuring the best sounds in local, national and international Jazz alongside the best of the UK’s Blues scene. Friday saw the start…
Falkirk is a small industrial town situated about 15 miles from Stirling and 30 miles from Edinburgh. Here are three points of interest that will make you want to add it to your itinerary. The Kelpies One of the most popular attractions in Stirlingshire, this striking installation resembles the mythical creatures from Scottish folklore.…
When it comes to food, it is not always easy to accommodate everyone’s cravings. Luckily, the rich variety of cafés and restaurants in Stirlingshire and Perthshire will provide you with a wide range of options to pick from. Here is our selection of the best vegetarian and vegan-friendly places: 269 vegan, Perth, Perthshire Perth’s…
Across the river from Perth City Centre is the Kinnoull Hill Woodland Park. A haven for walkers and cyclists. In 1991 Kinnoull Hill became the first dedicated Woodland Park in Scotland. There are four marked walking trails in the Woodland Park taking you up through the woods to the summit. The climb from the Corsie…
History After the Battle of Dunbar (1296), in which King Edward I had sent his commander, the Earl of Surrey, north in answer to a refusal by the Scottish King John Balliol to support his wars in France, the Scottish commanders Andrew Moray and William Wallace had succeeded in bringing under their control the vast…