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History & Legends

30
Mar
An illustration of the Loch Ness Monster.

Timeline: the Loch Ness Monster from ancient legend to modern mystery

4 min read
26
Mar
The Stone of Destiny on display in a glass cabinet. There is an illustration of a coronation projected on the wall at the back.

The Stone of Destiny: in search of Scotland's medieval kingmaker

At the crossroads of history and myth, the story of this iconic stone spans over 700 years to Scotland's royal seat in Perthshire. Beth McHugh visits Perth Museum to learn more.
8 min read
24
Mar
A date with destiny: bringing home the stone

A date with destiny: bringing home the stone

When Scotland's most famous artefact was stolen from Westminster Abbey, it shocked the world. Paul Fisher Cockburn reflects on the daring heist.
6 min read
12
Feb
Edinburgh Castle sits atop Castle Rock with greenery growing on the slopes and a park below.

A tour of Edinburgh with Mary, Queen of Scots

Join us as Daniella Theis explores Edinburgh's fascinating streets with historian Rosemary Goring, visiting the sites central to Mary’s life – inspired by the Queen's final letter written hours before her execution.
8 min read
10
Feb
A rose lying on the pages of an open book which looks aged.

From the Vault: Valentine's Day

Beth McHugh discovers a song of young love from 1756 in The Scots Magazine's archives.
2 min read
29
Jan
Graffiti written beneath a monument in Aberdeen that says 'Jane Wishart Died Here In 1597'.

Scotland’s greatest witch lives on: discover her haunting story

9 min read
28
Dec
An old stone bridge with three arches over a shallow stony river with the sun setting over mountains in the background.

Scotland's legends: the magic and myths hidden in our landscapes

Award-winning travel writer Graeme Johncock explores Scotland through gripping folklore and history, revealing the remarkable stories behind real places.
9 min read
30
Oct
Castle Menzies at night. The castle is lit by golden lamps from within, and from spot lights on the lawn.

Highland Ghostbusters! Chasing Spirits at Castle Menzies

Beth braves the ghosts of Castle Menzies and finds a global clan keeping their ancestral home very much alive – plus how to find YOUR clan.
11 min read
11
Sep
A unicorn running through a shadowy forest.

Creatures of Scottish myth and legend

2 min read
08
Jul
A generated image of a large, hairy yeti-like creature walking through snowy mountains.

Mountain Myth – The Grey Man of Ben Macdui

4 min read