Scotland Magazine

Published 6 times a year every issue of Scotland Magazine delves in to the history of Scotland; from the mysterious clans to the great leaders, from the spirited creative individuals to the historical life of Scotland’s greatest castles and houses. Filled with the wonderful hidden secrets of the country, Scotland Magazine captures the spirit of this great nation, explores its history and heritage and recommends great places to visit.

Scotland Magazine

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A country for all SEASONS • There’s always a good reason to visit Scotland, come rain or shine. Read on to find the right time of year for your next visit…

SPRING • Springtime is a chance to see nature at its most alive. You can bag that Munro, spy those elusive seabirds, or witness fleeting flora. Towns and cities are also less busy and yet there’s plenty of culture to discover, including the first Highland games of the year

SUMMER • From globally significant cultural festivals to clan gatherings reuniting descendants scattered across the diaspora with their roots, this is the season of golden hours and connection. Just be sure to pack your brolly as well as your shorts and sunscreen.

AUTUMN • Dark starry nights, leafy city streets, and the first hints of a chill in the air: this colourful time of year is ideal for a quieter, slower tour of Scotland & celebrating traditions

WINTER • This season is one of the most sociable, with an array of festivities that bring night-time alive with exhilarating fire ceremonies, firework displays and centuries-old rituals. Meanwhile, snow-dusted mountains, iced forests and frosted coastlines create soul-stirring views.

Ultimate OUTLANDER • As the smash-hit show comes to an end, here’s how you can plan the perfect tour following in the footsteps of Claire and Jamie

Win A LUXURY STAY ON SKYE • Enter our competition for your chance to win a stay at the charming Kinloch Lodge

THE BORDERS • Separating Scotland from its southern neighbour, this region has seen more drama than most, and the ruins of mighty abbeys are reminders of a time when its lands were fiercely contested. Today, its tumbling rivers and gentle green hills create an atmosphere more of quiet reflection. Spend your days exploring the stately homes of some of Scotland’s noble families, go in search of the views that inspired Sir Walter Scott, or learn more about the booming local textiles industry.

BORDERS PATROL • Each year, communities across the Scottish Borders honour the region’s tempestuous past and enduring civic spirit with the Common Ridings

Discover THE BORDERS • Countryside charm meets wild coastal scenery in this south-eastern Scottish region that’s too often overlooked

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THE SOUTH WEST • Fans of Robert Burns will be richly rewarded with time spent in this rural region of Scotland, with Ayrshire and neighbouring Dumfries & Galloway offering lots of chances to acquaint yourself with the Bard’s past. Beyond Burns, there are many other meaningful historic sites, from hilltop Bruce’s Stone to Drumlanrig Castle and Dumfries House. Meanwhile, the hammerhead peninsula of the Rhins of Galloway gives you the chance to embrace the rugged beauty of Scotland’s deep south.

DISCOVER DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY • Here are some of the best reasons to visit this beautiful bucolic region, where Robert Burns lived much of his life

Discover THE SOUTH WEST • A place of golden beaches, ancient forests and dark skies, where history pervades, Scotland’s rural heartland is not to be missed

EDINBURGH & THE LOTHIANS • Scotland’s capital is the hub of the Lothians’ history and culture, as well as the epicentre of international arts each summer. Every August, several festivals, including the famous...