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Guide to Edinburgh: From Auld Reekie to the New Town

From the cobbled medieval streets of the Old Town to the elegant Georgian thoroughfares of the new, Scotland's historic capital is well worth your time. Words by Henrietta Easton Here's our city guide to Edinburgh Day 1 Admire...
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The best hotels in Scotland

Whether you want to retreat to a cosy inn or play golf on a country estate, here’s our pick of the best hotels in Scotland... Words by Natasha Foges The best hotels in Scotland Pierhouse Hotel Tucked away...

Heart and soul: Travel the new Heart 200 touring route through Scotland’s central counties

A spectacular new touring route links a string of historic sights, and takes in some of Scotland’s most heart-stirring scenery
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Royal Deeside: Scotland’s Victorian Heritage Trail

Janice Hopper follows the Victorian Heritage Trail in Royal Deeside, Scotland, to discover the land that Queen Victoria fell hopelessly in love with When Queen Victoria wanted somewhere to escape to, it was to Royal Deeside in...
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Edinburgh Castle history: 900 years protecting Scotland’s capital

Scotland’s biggest attraction still stands proud above its capital city 900 years after its inception It’s estimated there were once around 3,000 castles in Scotland but one stands head and shoulders above the rest: Edinburgh Castle's...

Dalhousie Castle hotel review

A compelling history, gastronomic genius and the prestige of staying in a historic Scottish castle: Dalhousie has it all. Located just 8 miles south of Edinburgh, Dalhousie Castle is easily accessed using public transport, making...

The best British September day trips

As summer slowly merges into autumn, parts of the British countryside come alive with colour. Here are a few places that we think are particularly spectacular in September Keswick, Lake District Nestled within the craggy mountains...

Review: Dunalastair Hotel Suites

This five-star hotel in the Scottish Highlands is a welcome surprise in rural Perthshire In the small village of Kinloch Rannoch, right on the village square, is this light grey stone Victorian building, which for...

Cromlix: Scotland’s country house idyll

As tennis superstar Andy Murray prepares to retire, why not book a stay in his country house hotel – the epitome of old-school hospitality, Scottish-style He’s made millions on the court, plus countless more through...
Edinburgh Castle and Gardens. Credit: Visit Britain

How Edinburgh inspired great literature

Scotland's capital was the world's first UNESCO City of Literature. Read about the locations that inspired Britain's literary greats Words: Lee Karen Stow Arriving by train into Waverley Station, the end of a journey from the...
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