Family Fun Activities for the Summer

We hope everyone is enjoying the summer season and enjoying the sunny weather! Now that schools are out, this is the perfect chance to get your kids involved for some fun, family bonding time. There are so many fun and exciting activities to do and attractions to visit throughout Scotland. Some of our top picks…

Top Cafes and Restaurants to Visit

I hope everyone is enjoying the Spring season and the sunny weather! An important thing to consider when going on holiday is finding great places to eat. There are so many fantastic cafes and restaurants that offers tasty treats and fine dining experience. These include The Boathouse Kitchen and Bar, Real Food Café, The Golden…

Top Places to Visit in Tyndrum

Happy new year everyone! Despite there being ups and downs within the past couple of years, I hope this year brings everyone happiness and good memories! Now that 2022 has dawned upon us, why not consider discovering some fantastic places in Tyndrum. Some amazing places to visit include Ben Lui, Ben Oss & Beinn Dubhchraig…

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 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…

The Easter Rising

  In this weeks instalment of the Scottish History series we take a look at one of the most famous socialist and trade union leaders from Edinburgh who led the Easter Rising in Dublin,1916. Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, James Connolly is a particular controversial individual who led a small rebellion in Dublin, Ireland. At the…