Issue 10 has arrived! Last Chance to order.

It gives us great pleasure to share that our tenth issue has just arrived from the printers in Glasgow. If you haven’t ordered your copy yet, Monday is the final day for pre-orders. We will begin shipping next week, and every pre-order comes with a free bookmark, an A5 print, and is carefully wrapped in tissue.

Below is a sneak preview of what’s inside.

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What to expect

Here's a quick look at what's inside this issue.

A Weekend Exploring Glasgow: A Local’s Guide

Fancy a weekend away in Glasgow? We highly recommend reading Karen Harvey’s feature, which includes some of her top tips, before you go. Karen lives and works in the West End; she’s the owner of two shops, Hoos and InHoos, known for selling design-led homeware along with a wide selection of other lovely things. Having grown up in Glasgow, Karen knows some of the very best places to eat, drink, shop, and spend time. Nothing beats a local’s advice, and this one is not to be missed.

The Heartbeat of the Highlands Revived

Inverness, the ‘Capital of the Highlands’, is starting to live up to its name. The past couple of years have seen new developments and openings, but the most exciting launch is taking place this summer. The castle above the River Ness, under scaffolding since 2021, is re-opening as the Inverness Castle Experience, a world-class, state-of-the-art visitor attraction. Alongside a burgeoning food and drink scene and a cool new place to stay, this riverside town is coming into its own.

Discovering the Nooks & Crannies of the Borders

Spread like a rumpled green blanket over a vast swathe of southeast Scotland, this is a region of far-reaching hills, clear-running rivers, and lively festivals, where agricultural traditions endure and history resounds in every valley. The handsome towns and villages brim with culture, while the sweeping cliffs of the Berwickshire coastline only add to the area’s appeal. Join us in exploring the best places to visit, walk, eat, drink, shop, stay, and spend time, along with stories, history, events to know about, and local tips on where to go.

A Walking Guide to Aberdour

Just half an hour by train from Edinburgh, the Fife village of Aberdour is both a coastal haven for nature and steeped in history. Take a walk with Rosie Steer, author of Slow Seasons, who grew up in this beautiful part of Scotland and discover her highlights along the route.

Home Advantage, Kim & Andy Murray: Centre Court to Cromlix

Their names are synonymous with tennis. Now Kim and Andy Murray are putting match point in the past and looking forward to the next chapter of their lives together. We sat down with the couple to chat about Cromlix — their award-winning luxury hotel, set in and inspired by the Scottish countryside near Andy’s hometown of Dunblane — and what the seasons ahead will bring.

Conor Gault and the Last of Scotland’s Lighthouse Keepers

Exploring the practice of lighthouse keeping at the edges of Scotland, photographer Conor Gault’s latest project honours a way of life that no longer exists. Conor brings a personal connection to the work: his grandad, Bill Gault, was the last of the Scottish lighthouse keepers.

Folklore Myths & Legends: The Story of Colonel Anne Mackintosh – La Belle Rebel

While Scotland has a rich tradition of wild myths and unusual folklore, sometimes true history can be just as incredible. One fascinating figure who has gone down in history is an unlikely hero of the 1745 Jacobite Rising: not a broadsword-swinging warrior, but the remarkable Lady Anne Mackintosh.

People of the Highland Boundary Fault: The Fault Lines of Our Lives

From geologists and path-builders to artists and cyclists, a journey along the Highland Boundary Fault Line, stretching from Arran to Aberdeenshire, explores how the land itself continues to shape people’s lives and work today.

Bard Scotland: Craft and Soul

Celebrating Scotland’s makers and designers, Hugo Macdonald and James Stevens have curated a treasury of compelling objects at Bard, their shop and gallery on Leith’s shoreside. Opening its doors in 2022 and named after the traditional Celtic storyteller, Bard is an experience. Inside, an eclectic mix of crafts are brought together in a unique setting that honours both Scotland’s culture and the couple’s deep-rooted passion for design.

Ardnamurchan: Once Upon a Time In The West

This feature is a personal one – a trip that our family of three made at the start of this year to mark the journey we’ve had with the magazine and celebrate our tenth issue. We headed to Scotland's most westerly point to reflect and explore the area in a season that offered us solitude. We paid a visit to a place that featured on the very first issue’s front cover – Corran Point Lighthouse – and also discovered more of Ardnamurchan, including Borradill, a secluded retreat that was our home for four days.

Shining Lights: 10 of Scotland’s Most Inspiring People and Projects

There’s never a shortage of things to celebrate in Scotland, but on this occasion we felt it was especially apt to shine a light on some of the remarkable people who make this country what it is. In this spirit, this round-up feature looks at ten of the most inspiring people and projects around the nation: those entrepreneurs and free thinkers who, through skill and determination, have seen their creative plans and dreams come to life.

Nature Inspired Places to Stay Whatever the Season

Whether you’re looking for a forest retreat, a luxury coastal break, or an off-grid escape in which to recharge, these nature-inspired places to stay pay homage to their surroundings by bringing the outside in.

Recipe by Nàdair: Carrot, Labne, Whey, Wild Garlic

Offers a spring dish straight from the Nàdair kitchen, encouraging readers to source fresh or foraged ingredients for a simple yet flavoursome meal.

Other articles to note.

• Fields of Gold: Scotland’s Ancient Grains – Shows how older cereal varieties offer a resilient, nutrient-rich alternative, highlighting their growing use in modern cooking and baking.

• Transforming the Urban Landscape: with Future Woodlands Scotland – Examines the drive to restore woodlands in and around towns and cities, focusing on the benefits of returning trees to built-up areas.

• People of the Past Who Shaped Scotland Today – Looks at key figures from Scottish history whose decisions and actions influenced the country’s direction and identity.

• Nàdair Celebrating Scotland’s Larder – Presents a new restaurant in Edinburgh run by chefs Alan Keery and Sarah Baldry, featuring a forage-focused menu and local, micro-seasonal produce.

• A Modern Highland Life – Follows Kate and Andrew Duncan in Rannoch, detailing their experiences of rural living, the realities of day-to-day life in the Highlands, and how they balance tradition with sustainability.

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→ Neidpath Castle bookmark
→ A5 print of the front cover image

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We hope that you enjoy issue 10 and as always, thank you for your continued support.

We will begin shipping from Scotland early April.

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