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Stories from Scotland
Guides, itineraries and dispatches from the road, the glen and the coast.
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The 100 best coastal walks in Scotland
From the Fife Coastal Path to wild clifftops in Shetland, these are 100 of the best coastal walks in Scotland. Find beaches, puffins and castles by region on the interactive map, with distances, difficulty and…
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Edinburgh Castle
Wander up the Royal Mile to the the Castle to take in (and photograph!) those stunning views.
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The Royal Yacht Britannia
Looking for Edinburgh’s must dos? Top of the list is a visit to Leith and the Royal Yacht Britannia, and to spot…
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The Kelpies
Mythical sea beasts, shapeshifting water spirits which inhabit our rivers and watercourses. Have you found one wandering the paths looking out for…
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Almondell Country Park
Just to the west of Edinburgh, and hidden in the valley of the River Almond, the Almondell Country Park is 97 acres…
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Maspie Den and Falkland, Fife
Take a walk through the woods to Maspie Den. Once a hunting park for Stuart Kings and Queens, the Falkland Estate is…
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The best pubs & bars in Edinburgh
BEER! – That hopefully got your attention. I love beer. Whether you prefer ‘craft beer’ or ‘real ale’, beer is still beer,…
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Pentland Hills Walks: Capital Views & Swanston
Swanston is a must visit Edinburgh village and with its location on the Capital View walk, makes for a lovely couple of…
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The Applecross Inn
You will absolutely love Applecross. Driving down the hill after braving the Bealach Na Ba, the sea is a spectacular blue, the…
