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Remembering the lost regiments of Britain

From the very beginning, regiments formed the backbone of the British Army. It is a single institution that reflects the way the people of Britain...
The torn bow of the  K17, sunk after HMS Fearless smashed into her in the dark

A First World War tragedy off the coast of Scotland

A First World War naval ‘battle’ off the coast of Scotland on a wintery night in 1918 involved no enemy contact yet resulted in the...
The iconic poster for Trainspotting

Scots and Scotland enjoying golden spell on the big screen

With our actors, directors and producers flourishing as never before, Scottish cinema is enjoying an unprecedented golden age. We're only a couple of years away...
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Top ten scene stealers with Scotland on the big screen

With its rolling hills, rugged mountains, sprawling beaches, castles and picturesque villages, Scotland has provided the perfect backdrop for the world of cinema. Here we...

An indispensible guide to historical Orkney

Despite lying only 20 miles north of mainland Scotland, for much of its history Orkney has related more to Scandinavian culture. Its particular ecosystem means...
 Paisley Arts Centre

£2.8million plans are revealed for arts centre

The first images showing how Paisley’s iconic arts centre will look after a £2.8m transformation have been revealed – including a new extension and public...


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