Posts by Ellie Forbes
Brodick Castle: Evidence unearthed showing castle was protected by a 17th-century drawbridge
It was once a seat of the Dukes of Hamilton, and has seen many battles in its 800 year history. But now evidence has been unearthed showing Brodick Castle, on the Isle of Arran, was protected by an early 17th-century drawbridge. Archaeologists discovered vertical slots above the entrance to Brodick Castle’s battery which are thought…
Read MoreLemur Lounge: Lemurs prefer listening to music over sitting in silence
They have a penetrating stare, bushy tails and a penchant for singing. But it turns out lemurs also like listening to music. Though they are much less closely related to humans than monkeys and apes, we still have a lot in common with lemurs. Some worship the sun, while others have a sense of rhythm,…
Read MoreThe Good Books, Mike Billett: ‘As a child I loved reading books about animals’
Whisky connoisseur, Mike Billett on reading at The National Library of Scotland, growing up on Winnie The Pooh and why Moby-Dick is a book that has ‘everything’. The first book I remember reading: As a child I loved reading books about animals, and surely the first was Winnie The Pooh by A.A. Milne. A chilled-out bear…
Read MoreThe Good Books, Sara Sheridan: ‘The trick is finding books that engage your brain. A good book is a brain workout’
Sara Sheridan on being inspired by Alasdair Gray, reading Wuthering Heights at just ten-years-old and why Lord Byron wasn’t a ‘romantic’. The first book I remember reading: I have little memory of my early childhood. I know I learned to read using the Janet and John books but I can’t remember the experience. However,…
Read MoreScone Palace Garden Fair returns for third year
Sponsored Content | After the resounding success of last year’s event, the Scone Palace Garden Fair is back for its third consecutive year. Set against the majestic backdrop of the historic Scone Palace, the fair will take place on 31 May and 1 June. This year, the Scone Palace Garden Fair continues its tradition of…
Read MoreIntroducing TorraMór’s Innovative Wool Filled Gilet: Crafted for Comfort and Style
Sponsored Content | TorraMór, a leading name in outdoor apparel, proudly announces the launch of its latest creation: The Wool-Filled Gilet. Proudly crafted just 38 miles from our headquarters in Dunkeld, Perthshire, this gilet embodies our unwavering commitment to quality, sustainability, and supporting the British Wool industry. Designed for both men and women, the TorraMór…
Read MoreReview: The Prancing Stag, Glasgow
It would be easy to miss The Prancing Stag, but this small but mighty restaurant tucked away beside Glasgow’s Jordanhill train station is the perfect neighbourhood eatery. These days it’s hard to visit a restaurant you haven’t heard about at some point or another. Whether it’s the buzz around the opening of a new…
Read MoreThe Good Books, Andrew O’Hagan: ‘When I was eight I discovered Peter Pan – and was thunderstruck’
The Booker Prize nominated author on becoming engrossed in the King James Bible as a child, why he always recommends The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde and his perfect seafront spot in Largs for reading. The first book I remember reading: When I was very small I used to read…
Read MoreTartan Day: Eric Liddell tartan launched in celebration of the Scottish sportsman
The Eric Liddell Community, which honours the iconic Scottish sportsman, has launched a new tartan. Liddell, a Scottish sprinter, rugby player, and missionary, left an indelible mark on Scotland, China, and the wider world. His fame soared after winning the 400 meters at the 1924 Summer Olympics. Immortalised in the film Chariots of Fire, Liddell’s…
Read MoreScottish Game Fair: Red Hot Chilli Pipers to perform at this year’s event
The Red Hot Chilli Pipers will be performing at this year’s Scottish Game Fair. The iconic Scottish rock band counts Sir Paul McCartney, Ewan McGregor, Sir Alex Ferguson, Gary Player, and Samuel L Jackson as fans, but will be coming back to Scotland this summer to perform. Tickets are now on sale for the Scottish…
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