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Who was Mary, Queen of Scots? Why was she imprisoned?
Mary Stuart became queen of the Scots when she was six days old, was widowed at 18 and was executed aged 44. She ruled from 1542 to 1567
Who was Robert the Bruce? Who did he murder?
Robert I of Scotland murdered his rival, attacked English occupiers and eventually negotiated peace talks. He ruled from 1306 to 1329
Five of the best Bonfire Night celebrations 2016
Remember remember the 5 November with our pick of this year’s best firework displays across the UK.
Help restore Culzean Castle’s kitchen garden
The historic kitchen garden at Culzean Castle in Carrick, Scotland, set to be restored using funds raised by the National Trust for Scotland’s US Foundation.
Explore the best of Edinburgh
With the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in full swing, we check out the best things to enjoy in this vibrant city’s theatres and beyond.
Top 25 days out in Scotland
Scotland has some of the richest historical sites in Britain, as well as fabulous art, shopping and truly stunning landscapes. Here are our suggestions for a great day out.
Top 10 beaches in Britain
Britain’s beaches offer something for everyone, whether it’s the traditional bucket-and-spade seaside experience or somewhere to walk and admire the scenery.
Video: A local’s guide to Edinburgh
Edinburgh kilt designer Howie Nicholsby gives us a 30-second whistlestop guide to what makes his city great.
Video: Tour Scotland with actor Alan Cummings
The actor and proud Scotsman shows us around his homeland so we can get a real taste of the spirit of Scotland in this great film from NBC and VisitScotland.
Top 10 escapes in the UK
Living in the UK can easily feel very busy. Our towns and cities, although lovely, can be congested and the daily grind can become a chore to wade through queues and traffic jams. Our green…