Scotland
‘It hit me’: The role that made Colin Firth feel way out of his depth
It was an emotional challenge to play a father whose daughter died in the Lockerbie bombing in 1988, then dedicated his life to finding those responsible.
- by Rob Harris
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How Scotch whisky conquered the world in five (not so easy) steps
A Europe-wide outbreak of grape pests, a world war and America’s prohibition period all played a part in whisky’s global domination.
- by David Whitley
The mysterious Scottish islands that are an artist’s dream
It’s little wonder artists, poets, hikers and photographers are drawn to this faraway archipelago, which splinters off Scotland’s north-east coast.
- by Steve McKenna
New entry rules – and fees – for Australians to visit the UK
Australians can now apply for the new Electronic Travel Authorisation that will be a requirement for entering the UK.
- by Michael Gebicki
As Charles ate airline food heading to Australia, I ate like a king in his own stately home
It is a new private dining experience which allows the public to enjoy the mother of all 18th-century feasts, served by a traditional butler, in the royal chamber.
- by Rob Harris
Opinion
Five Minutes with Fitz
The most moving story about the Queen you’ve never heard but must see
Not only did Marion Crawford devote 17 years to the two princesses, but she sacrificed the possibility of having children of her own.
- by Peter FitzSimons
Alex Salmond, former first minister of Scotland, dies aged 69
Alex Salmond, who led Scotland’s 2014 independence referendum, collapsed and died soon after delivering a speech in North Macedonia on Saturday.
- by Nick Gutteridge, Simon Johnson and Ethan Croft
A magnificent, calf-burning hike through two of England’s national parks
Two dramatic national parks in northern England are practically neighbours, yet worlds apart in their appeal.
- by Rob McFarland
‘Edinburgh-lite’ and the other Scottish cities you must visit
With its good looks and epic festivals, Edinburgh gets most of the love – but Scotland has alternatives if you’ve already been to its glorious capital.
- by Steve McKenna
Scotland’s iconic castle is a treasure trove of unexpected delights
With nearly 1000 years of siege-riddled history, Edinburgh Castle stands proud on the remnants of an old volcano – with big guns, prisons and precious crowns inside.
- by David Whitley
The ‘other’ St Kilda: the eerie abandoned islands you can visit
Don’t expect amusements and sunbathers at this super-remote Scottish outpost. Its dramatic terrain and ghostly ruins tell a bleak saga.
- by Steve McKenna
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