CONTENTS My Scotland Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson reminisces about his favourite spots across the country #OutAndAboutScotland Amazing Scottish scenes – you capture them, we publish An Open Book Need some inspiration for the weekend? Our readers showcase their adventures   Around Scotland Your definitive guide to what’s happening across the country this July  Following The Coos Take on the latest charity art trail featuring lovable Hairy Highland Coos Big Interview TV star Dawn Steele, of Shetland and Granite Harbour fame, shares her love of Scotland’s land and sea   The Warrior K ..read more

Is it chippie or chipper – what do you call your Scottish fish and chip shop? It’s national fish and chips day, so discover the national debate. Your local Scottish fish and chip shop is known by many names and is doused in other regional terminology. “Chippy/chippie” is the term most commonly used across Scotland. Both are just two slightly different spellings of the same word. This affectionate nickname for a Scottish fish and chips shop is prevalent in urban areas, particularly in cities like Glasgow and Edinburgh. It’s the favoured term in general across the central belt of Scotland. The t ..read more

Walk through the spectacular grounds of Drummond Castle, near Crieff, where gardening has been a passion since the 17th century Situated in the small village of Muthill, just 4km (2.5 miles) outside Crieff, you’ll find Drummond Castle Gardens – stunning grounds which date back to the 17th century. Drummond Castle is an impressive old castle which later became a mansion. The original garden was given a complete overhaul and French-style terracing in the 19th century, praised by Queen Victoria during her visit in 1842. The gardens as we see them today were replanted in the 1950s. The grounds are ..read more

Are you stuck for the perfect Father’s Day gift? A subscription to The Scots Magazine may just be the ideal present idea. Wee reminder: Father’s Day (UK) is Sunday, June 16 A celebration of Scotland’s rich urban and rural life complemented by stunning photography, here are 7 reasons why a subscription to The Scots Magazine is the perfect gift for him. 1. Discover the best places to visit around Scotland Every month, The Scots Magazine shines the spotlight on a different corner of the country. Monthly cover star locations range from iconic destinations to hidden gems waiting to be unearthed. Wh ..read more

This amazing bookazine of great Scots reveals the lives of some of the greatest Scots ever to have lived. Discover the inspirational true stories of the men and women who shaped Scotland and shook the world! Welcome to 100 Great Scots – an amazing guide that reveals the lives of some of the greatest Scots ever to have lived. Discover the inspirational true stories of the men and women who shaped Scotland and shook the world! Brought to you by the award-winning team behind The Scots Magazine – founded in 1739 and the oldest magazine still in production on the planet – 100 Great Scots is packed ..read more

Give our summer playlist a listen. We’ve pulled together the best upbeat songs by our favourite Scottish artists to get your feet tapping.   We’ve taken inspiration for our Scottish Summer Playlist from our Sound Of Scotland columnist, Lisa-Marie Ferla, and her regular music updates. Our Scottish Summer Playlist is packed with up and coming as well as more established Scottish artists. And we guarantee it’ll bring a smile to your face. Have a listen to this upbeat, pop soundtrack and let us know what you think!     If you enjoyed, check out more Scottish music here. And enjoy m ..read more

It’s puffin season! Discover some of the prime places to spot puffins in Scotland Puffins are particularly fond of the Scottish coastline and its islands, which provide ideal breeding grounds. This makes Scotland a haven for puffin enthusiasts, offering some amazing photo opportunities. Here are some of the best places for puffin spotting in Scotland!  1. Isle of May Located in the Firth of Forth, the Isle of May is a renowned National Nature Reserve. It’s the of the largest puffin colonies on the east coast and the island is accessible by boat trips from Anstruther and North Berwick. Vis ..read more

Enjoy summer cocktails with a Scottish twist…   Summer is heating up and it’s perfect beer garden weather, so why not enjoy some homemade cocktails using Scottish drinks brands. We’ve pulled together a list of our favourites this season. From Bara Mojitos to Wild Eve Spritz, fill up your cup and discover some new tasty refreshments   The Barra Mojito 60ml Bara Island Dark Rum 20ml Sugar syrup (seaweed-infused syrup adds an additional layer of depth to the drink) 30ml Lime juice 50ml Soda water   Add mint sprigs to the base of a highball glass. Pour the ingredients into a glass ..read more

Let’s rewind the VHS tape and take a trip down television memory lane. Here are some of our favourite old Scottish kids’ TV shows from over the years. Did you love these shows as much as we did? Share your favourites and any we’ve missed with us on social media. 1. Balamory It had to be, didn’t it? We’ve had some great Scottish kids’ TV shows, but none are so universally loved as Balamory. The colourful houses and catchy theme songs formed a magical world for pre-schoolers (and, let’s be honest, not just pre-schoolers) with clues to follow and riddles to answer. Most of the show was set on Tob ..read more

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