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

Editor’s letter

CLAN COURIER • Unlocking noble Stirling, new tartan for twinned cities, and Gaelic culture preserved

NEWS IN BRIEF

SHOP AROUND • This issue we visit a Glasgow shop, which has been a Master kiltmaker for over 45 years

Notes from the Isles • Our friend ponders one of Scotland’s biggest mysteries, as well as how she words her farewells…

WE’VE GOT MAIL • A selection of messages from our readers across the globe

A fearsome FAMILY • Their prowess in war saw Clan Douglas grow from modest beginnings to challenge kings, leaving a powerful mark across southern Scotland

FESTIVE CHEER • Our guide to spending Christmas and Hogmanay in Scotland

A SONG FOR ALL • We chart the story of one of Scotland’s – nay, the world’s – best-loved songs, Auld Lang Syne

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ROMAN FRONTIER FINDS • New discoveries reveal hidden truths about the Scotland the Romans tried to conquer

Forging a new future • With the return of blacksmithing for the first time in 150 years, Scotland’s ‘love capital’ is finally getting its spark back

Southern belles • Dumfries & Galloway’s revival extends far beyond Gretna Green, as our writer discovers….

Piping up • The author of a new book explains the significant role the Great Highland bagpipes have played in Scottish history

A DAY-DREAMER’S DECISION • When a distracted girl became lost on Skye, she was faced with a dilemma: should she stay or should she go?

Explore Britain’s ancient mysteries

How Norse are you? • Ever wondered if your surname has Scandinavian origins? Our expert explains why it may be the case…

Ask the expert • This issue, our genealogist explains why so many MacGregors changed their name…

VENTURE FORTH • Explore and experience the best that Scotland has to offer on one of these tours

HIGHLAND FLINGS • From Advent season to celebrating Scotland’s legendary Bard, winter is full of opportunities for those with Scottish heritage to celebrate their culture

THE STORY BEHIND… • Taylor Strickland talks to Laura Sutherland about his fresh translations of two of Gaelic poet Alasdair mac Mhaighstir Alasdair’s long-form poems