There’s plenty of Scottish television to binge this winter…   We bring you some of our top picks of Scottish telly from over the years – all available to stream or download now. These shows have plenty of episodes to keep you going. From comedy to drama, there’s something for everyone. Enjoy some of our favourites!   Shetland Shetland – This crime drama has been running from 2013 to present. It’s a murder mystery set in the perfectly isolated location of the Shetland islands. The gripping story is based on the popular Ann Cleeves novels, so expect an elaborate plot and exciting twis ..read more

CONTENTS   My Scotland Scotland’s Greatest Escape judge Raj Gill shares where she goes to get away from it all #OutAndAboutScotland Amazing Scottish scenes – you capture them, we publish An Open Book Why Borders Book Festival is the place to go this month, by fest founder Alistair Moffat Around Scotland You’ll never be stuck for something to do in June, as we have your diary dates covered! More Than Just A Game Footballing legend Pat Nevin shares his Euros excitement and reveals his dream team   If You Go One Place… Make it the amazing Aberdeenshire Tartan Army On Tour Scotland ..read more

Discover the Scottish actors who played huge roles in the Star Wars cast and fought in a galaxy far, far away… One of the greatest and most popular film franchises of all time, Star Wars is as successful as ever, spawning countless sequels, spin-offs, TV series, video games, theme park rides and even a brand-new themed hotel. With the original film released in May 1977 and the unofficial commemorative Star Wars day on May 4 – may the “fourth” be with you – it’s time to celebrate the Scottish connections in the epic space franchise. Two of the latest spin-offs, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Andor, were fi ..read more

Find these butterflies in Scotland! This short guide will help you identify each fluttering friend…   You will find so many butterflies in Scotland around this time of year, but can you name them? This short guide created in partnership with Butterfly Conservation details six species of butterfly found in Scotland. Did you know, 80% of the UK’s butterfly population has decreased since the 1970s? Help us protect and conserve them!   © Andrew Cooper, Butterfly Conservation.   Small Tortoiseshell The Small Tortoiseshell is one of the most well-known and easiest to spot butterfl ..read more

Edinburgh’s Beltane Fire Festival brings ancient Celtic traditions to life in a dazzling evening of spark and flame, costume and dance, folklore and more.   Beltane honours life and celebrates the fertility of summer as spring reaches its peak. Modern-day Beltane attracts visitors from around the world; and on par with tradition, the festival takes place on the evening before May 1.   What is Beltane? Beltane roughly translates to ‘bright fire’ and this originates from two Celtic words. The sun deity ‘Bel’, means bright one, while the Gaelic word ‘teine’ means fire. Traditionally, Be ..read more

Put your knowledge of Scotland to the test with our brand new quiz series. This month, it’s our wildlife round!   We test your general knowledge of Scotland in The Great Scottish Quiz – Wildlife round! Give it a go! Share with friends too and tag us to let us know how you get on. We’re sure you can do it! It’s multi-choice and well worth trying a few times until you get the right answers. Remember it’s just a bit of fun. If anything, you’ll learn something new.   An error has occurred while loading your details. Please click the following link to try again - if the issue persists, pl ..read more

In this month’s My Scotland comedian Ray Bradshaw shares his favourite places from all around the country and all his favourite memories attached. Oban “I love Oban. I like the feel of it. It’s quite remote, takes ages to get to, and you can get to so many places from Oban. I love the seaside, and I went to Oban a lot as a kid. I was also there that night they set off 30 minutes of fireworks in 10 seconds! It was incredible – someone pressed a button, and every single firework went off. I thought ‘geez, they’ve put a lot of money into this, what’s this going to be like’. It was so good! And w ..read more

CONTENTS   My Scotland Celebrated yachtswoman Tracy Edwards MBE reveals her favourite Scottish spots #OutAndAboutScotland Amazing Scottish scenes – you capture them, we publish Festival Of The Future Edinburgh gets ready to host one of Europe’s biggest science festivals Around Scotland From whisky festivals to a Black Isle Belter, here’s your events for this month Small Fest, Big Buzz! A preview of the March Into Pitlochry music festival   If You Go One Place… It has to be picturesque Skye & Lochaber   Building A Dream Self-build and renovation experts gather in Glasgow to i ..read more

Scotland is known for it’s beautiful landscapes and heritage, and has many famous exports, but did you know it is also home to some of our favourite pet breeds? We highlight the history and traits of Scotland’s most beloved pet breeds. Do you have a Scottish four-legged friend? Make sure to share your photos with us on Facebook! 11 Popular Scottish Breeds 1. West Highland White Terrier The West Highland White Terrier, commonly known as a Westie, has deep roots in Scotland, closely connected to its homeland. Belonging to the Scottish terrier family, they were originally bred to tackle rodent pr ..read more

The history of Scottish tartan is as long and complex as the pattern itself. What began as a simple garment design with very little meaning at all, later became a symbol of rebellion and a battle uniform. According to the Scottish Tartans Museum, tartan attire became synonymous with the Scottish Highlands in the 17th and 18th centuries and was an integral part of Highland dress. By the mid-18th century, to wear tartan was to signify an allegiance to Charles Edward Stuart, known to Scots as Bonnie Prince Charlie. In 1745, Bonnie Prince Charlie led an army of tartan-clad rebels called the J ..read more