The Scottish Midges often loom like a cloud over the idea of a pleasant camping holiday or walk in the countryside. They have ruined many a time in the great outdoors and some have been known to reduce grown men and women to tears. They also cause problems for outdoors industries in Scotland, reducing productivity and menacing those who make their living working outside.

The Scottish fold cat is known for its strikingly adorable appearance and its unusual-shaped ears. They make lovely household pets, but an increasing concern for their health means that the ethics of breeding them has been called into question. We hope you enjoy reading the information we have gathered about them and we would love to hear your opinion on the future of the breed too.

It can’t have escaped the notice of many that the Scottish thistle is the national flower of Scotland. But do you know how it came to be so? In this article we delve into the history of this stubborn and beautiful plant and why it is such an important symbol of our heritage.

The phenomenal spectacle of the Northern lights is famous around the world, and a must see for everyone at least once in your lifetime. There is nothing quite like the grandeur of settling beneath the ever-changing lights to watch them streak, curl and soar across the sky in one of natures most fantastic performances.

From Ben Lomond in the south to Ben Hope in the far north, and from Skye’s jagged Cuillin Ridge to Mount Keen in the east, each Munro has its own personality. Climbing one is more than just ticking a box – it’s joining a great Scottish tradition.

We’ve travelled the length and breadth of the country in search of Scotland’s best castles, from the most romantic and scenic, to the most haunted and historic. Explore the most iconic Scottish castles using our interactive map and find the best for you to visit!

As one of Scotland’s most iconic landmarks, visiting Loch Ness is definitely one to add to the bucket list. Steeped in history and based in the stunning Scottish Highlands, we highly recommend our Lords, Lairds and Ladies take a trip to catch a glimpse of Nessie, the notorious Loch Ness Monster!

Scotland, often referred to as the birthplace of golf, holds a unique and cherished place in the history of this beloved sport.

The Scottish clans system has ancient origins in the Celtic, Norman-French and Norse traditions, and can be traced back to a time when people lived off the land, and border disputes were a common occurrence.

Scottish names are widely used and really capture the spirit of Scottish heritage. But now, their usage is becoming more widespread, namely thanks to television, movies and books, with more and more Scottish names becoming popular throughout the rest of the UK and even around the world.

Folklore in the Scottish Highlands has a way of blending landscape, mystery and imagination, and few creatures capture that spirit better than the Cat Sìth. This ghostly black cat, said to roam the moors and glens, appears again and again in old tales – always half-seen, half-believed, and wholly enchanting.

When you think about Scottish traditions, I think it’s safe to say that the Scottish kilt would be one of the very first to spring to mind. But do you know why the distinctive tartan item is the staple of a good Scot’s wedding, where it originated from or what the different colours and patterns represent?

This article explores some of the most famous Scots from the 20th and 21st centuries and their contributions to the world, offering insights into how their work continues to shape our lives today.

You could be forgiven for thinking that Scottish slang is an entirely different language to the rest of the UK; between the broad accents and regional variations in which they speak, as well as words carried over from Gaelic and languages of old, it’s almost as if they don’t want to be understood at all in some areas!

From Bell and Baird to Dolly the Sheep, Scotland shaped modern living. Learn about world-changing Scottish inventions and where they were created.