Wildlife
Hypnotic Hen Harriers – Jim Crumley
Our nature expert Jim Crumley explores the beauty of Hen Harriers. These mesmerising birds of prey are under threat due to unnatural grouse moors...
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Discover lots of trivia about Scotland. Test your knowledge of Scotland with our fascinating and fun facts! How many did you know?
Outdoor Scotland
Dark Sky Photography Gallery
We have pulled together some of our favourite dark sky photography shots shared with us on our social media from around Scotland. Take a starry-eyed look!
Focus
Focus On The Borders – Sir Walter Scott’s House
Explore the borders in this month's Focus section of The Scots Magazine. Here's an added review of Abbotsford House, the home of Walter Scott.
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My Scotland – Val McDermid
Some of the most famous Scots recount their favourite places, memories and inspirations from around Scotland. This month we bring you more from award-winning crime writer Val McDermid.
My Scotland
My Scotland – Brian Cox
Award-winning actor, Brian Cox, shares his favourite places and memories of Scotland...
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My Scotland – KT Tunstall
Scottish singer-songwriter, KT Tunstall, tells us why Scotland has always inspired her music...
Outdoor Scotland
Community
In This Together Scotland Gallery
We have seen some fantastic lockdown photographs from around Scotland. We wanted to share our favourite snapshots in a wee online gallery to boost morale!
Plotting A Route Back To The Hills
In This Together Scotland Gallery
Discover Scotland’s Nature Writers
The ultimate guide to the home of Outlander
Wildlife Blogs
Outdoor Scotland
The Scottish Seabird Centre Urgent Public Appeal
Television nature experts Chris Packham and Simon King issue urgent public appeal to help the Scottish Seabird Centre raise essential funds to secure its future.
Wildlife
Protecting A Pioneer – Jim Crumley
Jim recalls guarding the first osprey nest in Stirlingshire armed only with a torch and loud-hailer – and being rewarded with many magical sights.
Wildlife
Delightful Dochart – Jim Crumley
The wide wetlands of Glen Dochart provide special scenery and the perfect shelter for hordes of wildfowl of many different species.
Wildlife
Sense Of Belonging – Jim Crumley
As Scotland welcomes the legal protection of the Eurasian beaver, we take a look back at Jim Crumley's piece on the benefits of safe-guarding beavers.
