If your family name is Graham, Stirling, Erskine, or Drummond — or if your ancestors came from central Scotland — the Stirlingshire ancestry trail is for you. Stirlingshire sits at the geographical heart of Scotland. Whoever held Stirling held the country. The River Forth runs through it. The Highlands begin at its northern edge. The […]
Planning day trips from Glasgow, Scotland? From Loch Lomond to Stirling Castle, Edinburgh and the Isle of Arran — here are the best destinations within easy reach.
If you are planning a trip to Scotland and wondering where to go beyond Edinburgh, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs should be near the top of your list. This national park sits just 30 minutes north of Glasgow, yet it feels a world away. Lochs, mountains, ancient woodlands, and pretty stone villages make it one […]
The Hermitage near Dunkeld is a Georgian woodland walk to Black Linn Falls and Ossian's Hall — one of Scotland's oldest visitor attractions — plus get weekly Scotland stories free in our newsletter.
A visit to Loch Lomond and Stirling Castle from Edinburgh is an experience that should not be missed. This daytrip will take you through the beautiful...
