Plan Your Next
Scottish Adventure
The roads less travelled that take you to places that matter. The adventures that gather you up and sweep you away. The blend of the wild and the artistic that makes Scotland what it is. We'd love for you to join us.
Our Magazine
Subscribe to the Hidden Scotland Magazine to receive two beautiful issues per year.
SubscribeAt its heart, Hidden Scotland is dedicated to showcasing the essence of Scotland in all its diversity-popular landmarks, secluded spots, captivating stories, and unforgettable experiences. Our bi-annual magazine serves as a curated guide to the blend of the wild and artistic that defines this unique country.
Places we love
Latest →
- 1On the Edge of the Atlantic, meet Nicola and Jim of Stormhouse
- 2Meet Joy and Nick of Airdit
- 3Tornahatnach
- 4Greenstyle
- 5Dalgrassick
- 6A Day Exploring North Mull and Ulva
- 7Exploring Northwestern Corners From Shieldaig To Ullapool
- 8The Best Places to Stay in Scotland This Spring and Summer
- 9Scotland's Most Inviting Winter Hideaways
- 10The Fiddlers of Tomnahurich
Promoted Post
ferryman
Browse by category
Featured contributors
-full-1748901366.jpg)
Interesting news from around Scotland
1 day ago
Fringe by the Sea runs in North Berwick until 9 August
Fringe by the Sea opened in North Berwick on Friday 31 July and runs to Sunday 9 August, with more than 300 events spanning music, comedy, books, film, family and wellbeing. This year's line-up features Louis Theroux, Belle and Sebastian, Kool & the Gang, Russell Howard, Ian Hislop, Capercaillie and North Berwick author Maggie O'Farrell, so there is plenty still to catch this week. The free-to-access hub in the Lodge Grounds runs daily with street food, a maker's market, a kids' zone and live music. It's an independent, not-for-profit festival, with Rory Steel as festival director. Tickets are on sale at fringebythesea.com.
1 day ago
Glenfarclas marks 190 years with a five-decade single malt
Family-owned Speyside distillery Glenfarclas is marking its 190th anniversary with Glenfarclas 190, a limited edition single malt drawn from spirit distilled over the last five decades. The ex-sherry casks were selected by distillery manager Callum Fraser and managing director Douglas Belford, sourced through a long-standing relationship with a family-owned bodega in Jerez, Spain. It is bottled at 51.4% ABV, non-chill filtered and of natural colour, and limited to 15,000 bottles at £95. The release goes first to specialist UK retailers, then to selected global markets. The distillery has stayed in the same family for six generations.
1 day ago
Threave Castle reopens its interior after four years
The interior of Threave Castle reopens to visitors on Saturday 1 August 2026, the first time inside the walls since 2022. Historic Environment Scotland has completed repairs to the 15th-century artillery wall and further work on its vaulted ceiling, along with high-level masonry inspections. A safe access route now runs through the ground floor into the Great Hall. The castle sits on an island in the River Dee, 1.6 miles from Castle Douglas in Dumfries and Galloway, and the island and wetland nature reserve have been open since April, served by two new jetties. Archibald the Grim built it in the 1370s, and it stayed a seat of the Black Douglas family until James II overthrew the lords of Douglas in 1455. Access is by passenger boat, daily 10am to 4.30pm. Some conservation work continues.
3 days ago
James, The Human League and Callum Beattie headline Belladrum as festival opens today
Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival opens today at the Belladrum Estate near Beauly, running through to Saturday. James headline the main stage on Saturday, marking 40 years since the band formed and their first Bella appearance since 2013. The Human League play Friday, their first Highland show. Callum Beattie headlines Thursday, with Mika as a special guest. Beyond the headline slots, the bill includes Razorlight, Rizzle Kicks, Kula Shaker, Scouting for Girls and Brooke Combe, alongside comedy, arts and family programming. Founded in 2004 by farmer Joe Gibbs, Belladrum has grown into one of Scotland's most loved family festivals. More than 100 free family activities are running across the weekend, catering for festivalgoers of all ages.
3 days ago
The Macallan Estate becomes first Scottish distillery with Wildlife Estates accreditation
The Macallan Estate at Craigellachie has become the first distillery estate in Scotland to be accredited by Wildlife Estates Scotland. The 485-acre estate includes the distillery buildings, warehouses and a stretch of the River Spey protected for Atlantic salmon, freshwater pearl mussels and otters. It recorded the second-highest score ever achieved by a new accreditee under the scheme. Conservation work at the site has included restoring the Burn of Ringorm, where old mill structures were removed to reopen the waterway for fish, alongside cover crops and wildflower margins to rebuild soil health. Chas Jamieson, Estate Manager at The Macallan Estate, said the award reflects “the knowledge, research and skills within our small team.” The accreditation takes the total number of accredited landholdings in Scotland to 55, covering more than 322,000 hectares.
This month's giveaway
Win - Hidden Scotland Magazine the Full Set
The complete set of Hidden Scotland Magazine today. Spanning from Issue 01 to Issue 10.
Subscribe for 10 entriesOur sponsors
Sign in with Google
Sign in with Email