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Feat of survival: Borders skipper Leven Brown and crew survive shipwreck on Northwest Passage expedition

Leven Brown has accomplished a lot.  A Guinness World record-holding ocean rower, in 2005 he became the first man ever to row solo and unsupported...
Duncan Chisholm with the Gregg Fiddle.

Baroque fiddle thought to have been played by Robert Burns to be played at special concerts

An 18th Century baroque fiddle thought to have been played by Robert Burns is to be used again for two special concerts. The Gregg fiddle...
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Picnic spot enjoyed by Queen Victoria at Balmoral saved from ruin

A picnic spot enjoyed by Queen Victoria on her visits to Balmoral has been saved from ruin by the National Trust for Scotland. The picnic...
Dr James Beattie defeats the ‘enemies of Truth’, by Joshua Reynolds, 1773.

Scotland’s oldest cello made in 18th century to be played again

The oldest surviving Scottish cello has been brought to life and will be played again. The instrument made by Aberdeen luthier Robert Duncan in 1756...
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Christmas market at Glenalmond College

Sponsored Content | Glenalmond College is kicking off the festival season with a beautiful Christmas market followed by a candlelit carol service. Visitors are warmly...
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Center Parcs plans first Scottish holiday village

Center Parcs has unveiled plans for its first site in Scotland. The new resort near Hawick in the Scottish Borders would represent a £350m investment...

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...
Macdonald Rusacks Hotel, St Andrews

Fall in love with a break this Valentine’s Day

If you're still looking to find an outstanding present this Valentine's Day, then a wee break could be just the thing. From romance inspired afternoon...
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...
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The Dermal Clinic in Edinburgh has secured a state-of-the-art body analyser

State-of-the-art body analyser can help with weight loss

Weight loss patients who are trying to shed extra pounds are being given a hi-tech helping hand – from a state-of-the-art body analyser. Dermal Clinic...
The annual SPECTRA light show in Aberdeen (Photo: Wullie Marr)

It was all light on the night for SPECTRA in Aberdeen

Aberdeen's light festival has again attracted huge numbers. The opening night of SPECTRA 2018 saw record numbers with over 11,000 visits to over 30 installations...
The Scottish Association of Family History Societies are coming together in Fife

Step back in time to find out if your ancestors were criminals

The annual Scottish Association of Family History Societies Conference and Family History Fair is taking place in Fife this year. Each year, the Scottish Association...

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