Explore Scotland: West Central Scotland
Visitors to Glasgow travelling thirty minutes from the city centre will find themselves in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Imagine standing on the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond, watching trout break the surface and hawks wheeling overhead.
Fascinating Facts About St Andrew?
Did you know that along with Scotland, Saint Andrew is also the patron saint of Greece, Russia, Romania, and Barbados?
Freedom Fighters
Robert Bruce, along with William Wallace and Andrew Moray epitomise the Scots freedom-fighter, leading legions of tartan-clad warriors to secure or defend liberty. But who were the Scots women who have fought the brave fight for civil rights around the world?
Glasgow reinvented – the regeneration of Glasgow and the River Clyde
With Scotland's biggest city regenerated, it is time to rediscover Glasgow.
Global celebrations of Scotland’s national day
An A-Z of where to find the best parties and celebrations of St Andrew's Day around the world.
Great Scottish Movies
Few countries can match Scotland when it comes to dramatic scenery and our glens and lochs have featured in some of the most successful movies in cinema history. But we're not only used to providing the backdrop; over the years Scotland has produced more than its fair share of acting and directing talent.
Highland Games
Highland Games are a mix of sports, culture and community. These unique events still take place around Scotland, and the world.
Highland Games – Did You Know?
Scotland's Highland Games, with the associated traditions of caber throwing and hammer tossing, are renowned throughout the world.
Highland Games Around the World
There are many Highland Games across Australia and New Zealand. More and more communities across Europe are also rediscovering their Celtic heritage by holding their very own Highland games, with around 46 hosted in Germany alone.