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A coloured lithograph from a series depicting a Mary, Queen of Scots-themed mask ball held in France. Produced in 1829.

Exhibition marks Mary Queen of Scots’ death

Mary, Queen of Scots enthusiasts will have the chance to view rare material from the National Library of Scotland’s collections next weekend. This will take...
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A handy guide to buying your first caravan

Owning a caravan or motorhome offers the ultimate in freedom and spontaneity. It’s great value for money and allows you to travel around the UK...
The Glover family in the early 1900s

The Scottish Samurai who modernised Japan

A hero, a founding father of modern Japan, and the Scottish Samurai. These are just a few of the titles bestowed upon the merchant Thomas...

Craftsman Angus has reached the turning point

Angus Clyne, originally from Glenuig in Lochaber, is a man of many talents. Past professions have included fisherman, chef, DJ and busker, but now Angus’...
The Edinburgh Military Tattoo took their The Sky's the Limit show to China

Taking the military tattoo to the Chinese

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo successfully concluded its first venture into China this week. This was an early step forward for the event since announcing...
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Ten famous places from books set in Scotland

Scotland has inspired countless authors from JK Rowling to Arthur Conan Doyle. With our fantastic architecture and natural wonders, it's no wonder it has been...

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Isle of Tiree Distillery launches the island’s first legal whisky in more than 200 years

The first legal single malt whisky produced on the Hebridean island of Tiree in over two centuries has been launched.  Once known as Tìr an...
George McNeil is the new CEO of Aceo Ltd, a long-established independent whisky bottler and cask management specialist.

Whisky firm Aceo appoints its first chief executive

A leading independent whisky bottler and cask management specialist has appointed its first chief executive officer. Aceo Limited, an Edinburgh-based firm established 25 years ago,...
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A dram with Stewart Walker, Fettercairn Distillery: ‘All whiskies have a home, there’s a whisky for everyone’

Steeped in a rich history and aged finely like the golden spirit it distils, Fettercairn Distillery has seen a lot of change through the years....
Michael Henry, Master Blender at Loch Lomond Group

Loch Lomond Group’s Master Blender awarded prestigious Keeper of the Quaich

Loch Lomond Group’s Master Blender, Michael Henry, has been awarded a prestigious Keeper of the Quaich. Michael has led the whisky blending team at the...
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Rosebank Distillery introduces rare cask from 1990 for global travellers

Rosebank Distillery has introduced an extremely rare single cask from 1990 for global travellers.  Rich and fruity, the 33-year-old is the perfect expression of the...
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Scottish star Ewan McGregor gifted cask of Lagg Single Malt

Lagg Distillery on The Isle of Arran have gifted renowned Scottish actor Ewan McGregor his very own cask of Lagg Single Malt. The team at...

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