Nelson’s Tower, Forres – 97 Steps to the Top
Climb 97 spiral steps inside Nelson’s Tower, Forres, and enjoy stunning views over the Moray Coast. This round stone tower, built in 1806 to honour Admiral Nelson, is open seasonally and free to visit.
Clach na h-Airm: The Hidden Gathering Stone of Strathnairn
Quick Facts Our Hunt for Clach na h-Airm: A Hidden Stone in the Forest On a quiet evening in Strathnairn, my brother, Campbell and I set off on what turned out to be our hardest standing stone hunt yet. We’d parked near the Mains of Gask after visiting the nearby stone circle, thinking Clach na …
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Burghead Well in Scotland: Mystery of the Ancient Underground Pool
Hidden beneath Burghead’s ancient Pictish fort lies a mysterious underground chamber. Known as Burghead Well, this rock-cut pool has puzzled historians for centuries. Was it a ritual site, a Christian baptistry, or simply a water source? Explore the facts behind one of Scotland’s most intriguing ancient structures.
Our Visit to St Vigeans Museum and the ‘Nessie Stone’ Surprise!
Discover St Vigeans Museum near Arbroath, home to 38 elaborate Pictish stones, rare ogham inscriptions, and Scotland’s first ‘Flintstone-style’ carving of the Loch Ness Monster – the mysterious Nessie Stone.
Where to See Dolphins in Scotland: Your Complete Guide to Chanonry Point
Discover where to see wild dolphins up close in Scotland with our complete guide to Chanonry Point. Learn the best times to visit, what to expect, and why this Black Isle location offers some of the closest shore-based dolphin encounters in the UK.
Scotland’s Forgotten Centre Stone and Its Strange Legends
Part of the Cairngorms Story
The Centre of Scotland Stone sits within the Cairngorms National Park — the largest national park in the UK, known for its wild landscapes, ancient woodlands, and rich cultural heritage. Badenoch, the southern gateway to the park, is a place where stories live in the land. From the mountains and moorlands to monuments like this, the area invites visitors to explore far beyond the tourist trail. Finding the stone isn’t just about ticking off a point on the map — it’s about experiencing a quieter, deeper Scotland.
Everything You Need to Know Before Visiting Clava Cairns
Planning a visit to Clava Cairns? This guide covers everything you need to know—from the prehistoric builders and stone alignments to respectful visiting, archaeological finds, and nearby ancient sites. Step into Scotland’s sacred past.
How to Visit Mousa Broch?
How to visit Mousa Broch? Getting to Mousa, Tours, Entering the Broch, Broch History, 8 bewildering facts about Mousa Broch, 10 amazing insights Mousa Island history, why visit Mousa RSPB reserve and Storm Petrels
Still Standing: The Timeless Magic of Baines’ Baobabs
Still Standing: The Timeless Magic of Baines’ Baobabs. Join us in Botswana’s Nxai Pan as we walk among the ancient trees painted in 1862, watch elephants cross the salt pans, taste baobab fruit, and uncover the quiet power of a place time forgot.
Secrets of Simmer Dim on Mousa Island
Secrets of Simmer Dim on Mousa Island, Mid Summer on Mousa, Kayak to the uninhabited island, Wild Camp, Storm Petrels, Mousa Broch, Sunsets and Hitching a lift with two kayaks!