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Hogmanay in Scotland: A Celebration…

Hogmanay fireworks at Edinburgh Castle

As the end of the year approaches, people around the world gear up to bid farewell to the past and welcome the new beginnings that…

Nov 11, 20244 min read

Planning a Tour Scotland and…

A Scottish Highland Cow

Advance Planning is Key Are you dreaming of exploring the picturesque landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture of Scotland or Ireland? Planning a private tour…

Nov 11, 20244 min read

The Irish Potato Famine

A ruined croft in Ireland

Introduction As we embark on our journey to explore the enchanting land of Ireland, it is crucial to delve into its rich history and understand…

Jan 26, 20245 min read

Clan Maclean and legend of…

Lismore lighthouse in the sound of Mull

There are many abandoned ‘clearance’ villages across the whole of Scotland, hundreds probably.  Yet Arichonan is one that will stay in my memory for a…

Dec 22, 20234 min read

The Orkney Islands – Neolithic…

Skara Brae

Introduction to Orkney The archipelago of the Orkney Islands lies 180 miles off the north coast of the Scottish mainland. It’s made up of 70…

Jul 14, 20236 min read

The Jacobites – The Glorious…

The Glorious Revolution

The birth of a royal baby boy on the 10th of June 1688 should have brought joy to the three Kingdoms of England, Scotland and…

Jan 30, 20234 min read

The Highland Clearances – The…

Arichonan

There are many abandoned ‘clearance’ villages across the whole of Scotland, hundreds probably.  Yet Arichonan is one that will stay in my memory for a…

Oct 30, 20223 min read