You might not have heard of Scapa Flow before your trip to Orkney. It doesn’t always make the top ten lists or tourist brochures. But beneath the quiet waters of this sheltered bay lies one of the most fascinating, and dramatic, naval stories in the world. A natural harbour with a powerful history Located between … Read more
These ancient stones are older than Stonehenge — and nobody knows exactly why they were built.Set in the remote beauty of the Isle of Lewis in Scotland’s Outer Hebrides, the Callanish Stones (or Clachan Chalanais) have baffled and amazed visitors for centuries. The setting is so atmospheric, it feels like time stands still.Rising from the rugged … Read more
On the 16th of April 1746, a short but devastating battle took place on the windswept moor of Culloden, just outside Inverness. It lasted less than an hour, but its impact still echoes through the Highlands—and through the hearts of many Scots. While some know Culloden through dramatic TV retellings like Outlander, the real story is … Read more
Edinburgh might be best known for its dramatic castle, cobbled streets, and festival buzz — but tucked at the foot of the Royal Mile lies Holyrood, home to a palace, a ruined abbey, and… a rather unusual legend. Because while Holyrood means “Holy Cross,” the story behind that name isn’t quite what you’d expect. In fact, … Read more
When people think of dramatic Scottish landscapes, they picture glens, castles, and rugged coastlines – not a man-made staircase for boats! But tucked away on the Caledonian Canal near Fort William lies a feat of engineering that’s as fascinating as it is photogenic: Neptune’s Staircase. And while you might expect a few canal locks here and … Read more
Tucked away in the forests above Balmoral Castle lies something completely unexpected – a granite pyramid, standing quietly on a hill with sweeping views over Royal Deeside. It’s not something most people expect to find in the Scottish Highlands, and yet it tells one of the most intimate, emotional stories connected to the British royal family. … Read more
Stonehenge has quite a big feature on this blog – it’s one of the top attractions in Britain for so many people and it’s one of my absolute faves! Most people know that the position of the stones at Stonehenge is connected to the solstice, but did you know that you can visit at this … Read more
I’ve written a lot about visiting Stonehenge on this blog – it’s one of the top attractions in Britain and one of my personal faves so I kinda have to! But if you’re planning to visit Stonehenge at Summer Solstice then some of the information you need is going to be a lot different. In … Read more
If Stonehenge is your major bucket list item when visiting the UK then you’ll maybe be wondering what the nearest airport is to maximise your time. If that’s the case for you then this article should answer all of your questions. I adore Stonehenge and love to highlight the best ways to see it for … Read more
If you’re based in the south west of England and looking for a day trip out of the city of Bath then you might well be wondering about ticking off the wonder that is Stonehenge from your bucket list. I am a huge fan of the stone circle and visit whenever I can. The best … Read more