The Burning Of Strathearn: A Devastating Jacobite Retreat
The Burning Of Strathearn: A Devastating Jacobite Retreat reveals how villages near Perth were deliberately burned in winter 1716, leaving working families homeless in the cold.
Damn Rebel Bitches: The Silenced Women of the Jacobite Rising
Damn Rebel Bitches: The Silenced Women of the Jacobite Rising uncovers the real stories of women who hid fugitives, carried messages, and risked imprisonment for the Stuart cause. This powerful textile banner in Perth Museum restores their voices and reveals the courage, loyalty, and suffering history long overlooked.
The National Museum of Scotland: Bigger, Better, and More Moving Than I Expected
Bigger, better, and more moving than expected. Why the National Museum of Scotland is a place to slow down, explore, and connect with Scotland’s stories.
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.
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.
Canada’s Great Rivers To Avoch: The Untold Story Of Sir Alexander Mackenzie
Sir Alexander Mackenzie may have crossed a continent, and he finished his days quietly in a Highland village. This blog explores his extraordinary life, his legacy in both Canada and Avoch, and the stories—celebrated and complex—that he left behind.
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.
The Hidden Tryzub: Ukraine’s Forgotten Roadside Memorial in the Highlands
Tucked behind trees near a Highland layby on the Brahan Estate, a weathered Ukrainian trident stands in quiet memory. Built by displaced Ukrainians in 1949, this forgotten monument tells a powerful story of exile, identity, and Scotland’s unexpected links with Ukraine.
From Dompass to Peace Prize – Exploring the Nelson Mandela Foundation
From Dompass to Peace Prize – Exploring the Nelson Mandela Foundation in Johannesburg leads us through memory, injustice, and Mandela’s enduring legacy.
Exclusive Free Cycle Map WW1 Sights South Ypres
Exclusive free cycle route of WW1 sites south of Ypres with free google map of the route and descriptions of sites to visit as you cycle