Planning a trip to Central Scotland this year? It could be quite confusing with the COVID-19 restrictions, so make sure you are up to date with all the restrictions. You can follow our Coronavirus page to find out how the restrictions affect your stay with us. This is our list of fun events that will…
In the next chapter of the Scottish history series we take a look at the battle of Harlaw (1411) which was fought between English backed Highlander forces under Donald of Islay, and a Lowland army led by Alexander Stewart, Earl of Mar. The battle saved Aberdeen from being sacked and checked the expansionist policies of…
In the next chapter of the Scottish history series we make a return to Robert the Bruce and the Scottish wars of independence, featuring one of the most significant Scottish victories since the battle of Bannockburn. On the 14th of October 1322, the battle of Old Byland was fought between King Edward II and Robert…
In this weeks instalment of the Scottish History series, instead of discussing a particular battle, I would like to give a little detail on some of Scotlands finest military figures. Lieutenant General Sir John Moore During the Penobscot Expedition in the American war of Independence, Sir John Moore established a name for himself while holding…
On this weeks instalment of the Cooper Cottages Scottish History series, we’re going to take a look into the ‘Battle of Killiecrankie (1689)’, one of the first major Scottish victories in the Jacobite Rebellions. Before the Battle in 1688, many of the prominent protestant English magnates had become weary of King James VII’s Catholic…
As a continuation of the Scottish history series, this week we will be delving into the battle of Stirling Bridge, 17 years prior to the battle of Bannockburn. Pre-Battle In the year 1297, Scotland found itself under the rule of English King Edward I after a provoked invasion in 1296. While the Scottish King…
It is the most wonderful time of the year again! We can all agree 2020 was not a typical year, however, we can all keep our Christmas spirits up! Gift-giving is a great opportunity to end the year by remembering our loved ones and get busy with wrapping some presents. We at Cooper Cottages have come…
After a long time spent in the house, our everyday lives are slowly returning to normal! We decided to take a tour at the Stirling Old Town Jail and have a look ourselves for what we can do around Scotland post-pandemic. Let us have a peek into the dark history of Stirling. Safety measures…
As the hustle and bustle of summer tourism starts to die down, autumn brings scenic landscapes, peace and quiet. It is officially the perfect season to get away with your partner and enjoy a relaxing stay in the countryside. Here are 5 reasons why you should book your stay today. Romantic walks Step outside…
October 3rd marks the beginning of The Enchanted Forest, a spectacular event that runs for a whole month in the scenic Faskally Wood in the Highlands. An elaborate combination of light and sound shows will transport all visitors away from reality and into a fairy-tale land where the woodland comes to life with music, sound…