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Father Ted and Father Dougal in the new mural

Painting the town Ted with new mural in Edinburgh Irish bar

Cult 90s classic comedy Father Ted is being celebrated on the walls of a new pub in Edinburgh. Revellers are now able to ‘paint the...
Lighthouse

Book review: Scottish Lighthouse Pioneers

Many of Scotland’s coastal lighthouses were created in the 19th century by the Stevenson family, including the famous author Robert Louis Stevenson, and this book celebrates...
The Giant Lanterns of China at Edinburgh Zoo

The Giant Lanterns of China are stunning

Time is running out for those wanting to see the Giant Lanterns of China in Edinburgh. Over 450 gigantic lantern installations have been put in...
Chatelherault House in Hamilton

History comes to life with an impressive exhibition and host of events

An exhibition celebrating the picturesque and sublime Clyde and Avon Valley will open this weekend. Land, Life, Water: the Clyde and Avon Valley Past and...
Glasgow

Book review – Exploring Glasgow

Glasgow, known for being one of the most architecturally exciting cities in the world, has an extremely diverse range of buildings. This book by Robin...
Orkney

Book review – Orkney: A Special Place

For Richard Clubley there is no better place on earth than Orkney. This keen island hopper for whom ‘every journey to an island begins with...


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