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…
Festival season is almost over, but before we get ready to welcome in Autumn, there are a few more events worth visiting in the area. One week ago the popular Sruighlea Festival came back to Stirling to provide hundreds of visitors with a day of games, music, food and drinks. Did you see the live…
Today marks the end of ten days of celebrations for this year’s Perth Festival of the Arts. Artists of all kinds performed and/or exhibited their work at the city’s most popular venues, attracting spectators from all over the country – and beyond. One of the most unique events was Only in Whispers, a spooky night…
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.…
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…
Last Saturday, August 18th, Killin hosted the annual agricultural show. Every year the community gathers in Breadalbane Park to celebrate local activities and products. The festival started at 8.30 a.m. with the opening of the Food Court (just in time for breakfast!). The morning proceeded with a variety of competitions, shows and demonstrations. While local…
This April, Historic Scotland are encouraging all of the fun and foolery you desire, with a fantastic programme of events that all of the family will love. Have a Wild day Out with their Rangers at Holyrood Park on 14th April, as they join the RSPB to host Edinburgh’s first ‘worm charming competition’- yes you…
The 2018 Edinburgh’s International Science Festival this year will run from 31 March – 15 April and promises to be an experience like no other. Edinburgh International Science Festival, founded in 1989, is an educational charity that aims to inspire people of all ages and backgrounds to discover the world around them. They are best…