Katrina Patrick, Author at The Scots Magazine

Speaking Scots | A Blate Cat…

Not late, or belated, but blate, another guid Scots word – and a useful one at that! It means shy, bashful, timid or unpromising and, when applied to crops, backward. […]

Focus

Follow Up Focus Orkney

Scratch the surface on any of the Orkney isles and you could fulfil any archaeologist’s dream, someone once said. Here are our top historical sites there.

Abbotsford House is easily accessible from the new station at Tweedbank.

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.

Focus

Spotlight: Gearrannan Blackhouse Village

Step back in time in the reconstructed Gearrannan Blackhouse Village on the isle of Lewis - with traditional accommodation on site! The perfect way to explore the traditional Scottish island life.

Culture

The Declaration Of Arbroath’s Influence

Long before the American Declaration of Independence, the Declaration of Arbroath made clear the responsibilities of royal rulers I’m going to take a wee break from castles – just […]

Outdoor Scotland

Castles Of The Outlaw King

What does Netflix's Outlaw King hold in store for Robert the Bruce? David Weinzcok considers castles and historical moments that could make an appearance.

Recipes

Winter Warmer – Scotch Broth Recipe

In between the indulgence of the Christmas dinners, it's good to have a faithful stand-by Scotch broth recipe to keep you going without over doing it!

Interviews

Caught Between Two Worlds – Diana Gabaldon Interview

Diana Gabaldon reveals the inspiration behind her Outlander series… IT’S all Doctor Who’s fault. Years ago, when Diana Gabaldon was looking for an idea, she couldn’t resist the image of […]