Did You Know… There’s a Hidden Stone Circle in Inverness?
Did you know there’s a hidden stone circle in Inverness? Quietly sitting behind the city, Raigmore Cairn is a 5000 year old site with a remarkable story of survival.
The Forgotten Alloa Waggonway: Discover Scotland’s Remarkable Early Coal Railway
A simple search for a wee walk in Alloa revealed something far more interesting. The forgotten Alloa Waggonway, an early horse drawn railway that once carried coal from Sauchie mines to Alloa Harbour through hidden tunnels.
Castle Roy: A Hidden Medieval Tower in Strathspey
A quiet ruin in Strathspey with a dramatic past. Discover Castle Roy, the Comyn stronghold above Nethy Bridge, its archaeology, Highland legends, and the beloved guardians Murdo and Buster.
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.