Winter Wonders: Embracing the cold season in Scotland
Take a trip to a Scottish winter wonderland where tradition, nature, and warm hospitality create an enchanting tapestry of things to discover. As the temperature drops and frost begins to…
Getting around – horse riding in central Scotland
Central Scotland, with its picturesque landscapes and rolling hills, offers a perfect playground for horse and pony riding enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned equestrian or a beginner looking for an…
Short breaks this November
As the hustle and bustle of summer tourists have gone, autumn brings scenic landscapes, peace and quiet. It is officially the ‘short break’ season of the year and the best time…
Events in Central Scotland 2021
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…
The Battle of Harlaw
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…
The Battle of Old Byland
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…
Four of Scotland’s Most Famous Military Figures
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.…
The Battle of Killiecrankie
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…
The Battle of Stirling Bridge
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…
Christmas Gift Ideas for 2020
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…