There’s no doubt that the Shellycoat is one of the more unusual creatures from Scottish folklore. Unlike its more famous cousins the Kelpies or the Selkies, these beasts are much less common. Although only found in a couple specific parts of Scotland, it’s still worth knowing more about the Scottish […] The post Traditional Shellycoat Stories – Scottish Folklore appeared first on Scotland's Stories ..read more

It’s the start of a new year and time to begin planning your perfect trip to Scotland! There’s so much choice though, once you start to look a little deeper it can all get a little overwhelming. You’re going to need help narrowing down where to visit in Scotland in […] The post 5 Essential Places To Visit In Scotland In 2025 appeared first on Scotland's Stories ..read more

Visiting the abandoned village of Old Lawers at the end of 2024 was easily a highlight of my year. That’s high praise considering it was a packed 12 months including a trip to St Kilda! This had a similar feeling but on a smaller, maybe more intense scale. The ruins […] The post How To Visit The Abandoned Village Of Old Lawers appeared first on Scotland's Stories ..read more

If you’re thinking about driving in Scotland on your next trip, it’s important to be well prepared! Exploring by car is great if you’re capable, but the last thing you want is an accident or slip up to derail your trip. I drive tens of thousands of miles every year […] The post Driving In Scotland Tips – Everything You Need To Know appeared first on Scotland's Stories ..read more

There aren’t many events in Scotland quite like the Burning Of The Clavie in Burghead. For one night every January, this village on the Moray Coast bursts to life in a celebration of fun and flames. It’s an ancient custom at the heart of this community and it’s something that […] The post Guide To The Burning Of The Clavie – A Unique Scottish Tradition appeared first on Scotland's Stories ..read more

The Capital of the Scottish Highlands is a great place to explore the surrounding area, but too many miss out on all the things to do in Inverness itself! Try and give yourself time to spend more than just a day in Inverness. It might be a small city, but […] The post 13 Best Things To Do In Inverness – Capital Of The Highlands appeared first on Scotland's Stories ..read more

In the Scottish Highlands, a brutal historical episode is marked by a gory monument known as The Well of the Seven Heads or Tobar nan Ceann in Gaelic. Atop this tall obelisk on the banks of Loch Oich, a hand holds a dagger and seven decapitated heads. Even without knowing […] The post How To Find The Well Of The Seven Heads – Tobar nan Ceann appeared first on Scotland's Stories ..read more

If you’re anything like me, then finding castles to stay in Scotland would be a dream come true! There’s something very special about waking up in a building with so much history. Maybe it’s the same bedroom that Mary Queen of Scots slept in or maybe the bar was once […] The post 15 Best Historic Castles To Stay In Scotland appeared first on Scotland's Stories ..read more

It’s not the biggest place in the world, but there are plenty of things to do in Shieldaig to keep you busy. This coastal spot is a wee slice of highland heaven, perfect for getting away from hustle and bustle. It’s been a tradition of mine for the last seven […] The post Best Things To Do In Shieldaig – A Perfect Highland Village appeared first on Scotland's Stories ..read more

Scotland is blessed with hundreds of incredible historic spots, but few can match the stories of Stirling Castle! Guarding a vital crossing point over the River Forth for centuries, this fortress is the birthplace of Kings and Queens of Scots. Some of the most important events in Scottish history took […] The post Discover The Most Exciting Stories Of Stirling Castle appeared first on Scotland's Stories ..read more