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27/05/2026

A Place to Stay: Lundies House, Sutherland .scot

Part of WildLand, the conservation organisation, Lundies House is a haven tucked away in a far-flung corner on Scotland’s northern coast. The former church manse has been expertly restored and is joined by several cosy studio rooms arranged around a cobbled courtyard.

The hotel’s pared-back Scandi-Scot décor contributes to its restful feel, while antique furniture and local art add personality to spaces with incredible views across the Kyle of Tongue.

To find out more information and availability online visit the link in bio.

19/05/2026

Knock Castle, Aberdeenshire

Knock Castle is the kind of ruin that rewards a slow arrival. Set on Knock Hill just west of Ballater, south of the River Dee, the four-storey tower house stands roofless but remarkably present, its intact outer walls rising from a grassy knoll with woodland close by. Built for the Gordon family in the 16th century, it carries the quiet drama of Royal Deeside without the polish of a grand visitor attraction. Walkers can reach it from Ballater, often by setting out from the Old Royal Station, with routes folding in tracks, minor roads and riverside countryside. Up close, the remains are compact but evocative: a vaulted basement, a spiral turnpike stair and the sense of rooms that once climbed above the landscape. A short distance west, a mound marks the possible site of Old Castle Knock, pulling the story further back into medieval Deeside before the later stone tower.

Tap the link in bio to learn more about the history of Knock Castle.

13/05/2026

People of Scotland: James Wilson, The Golf Explorer .side

James Wilson’s connection to golf begins in Scotland, grounded in long days on links courses and the kind of conditions that demand adaptability. After years in the professional game, his focus has shifted, not away from golf, but deeper into it. Through writing, design and travel, he now explores the country’s lesser-known courses and the journeys that connect them.

James also shares with us the lesser known golf courses that he recommends. Swipe through to read his suggestions.

You can read the full interview with James online now via the link in bio.

07/05/2026

A Collection of Whisky Distilleries to Visit in Scotland

Malted barley, water and yeast. Three simple ingredients that unlock a world of stories, memories, aromas, seasons and flavours. Malt whisky isn’t so much a product of Scotland as a part of it – a heady distillation of the country’s soul and soil. More than 140 malt and grain distilleries are dotted around the national map, collectively forming the world’s greatest concentration of whisky producers. Each one, in its own way, conjures magic in a glass.

Some are old, seemingly as much a part of the landscape as the machair grass and ancient pine forests. Others are more modern, bringing fresh ideas and new ways of doing things.

Explore the collection hiddenscotland.com/collections

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06/05/2026

A Weekend Away to Oban: A Local’s Guide, with artist

From studio mornings overlooking Oban Bay to windswept walks along the coast, artist and illustrator Lorna Freytag shares her local guide to one of Scotland’s most-loved harbour towns in the latest issue of Hidden Scotland Magazine.

Having lived in cities across the world before settling in Oban with her family, Lorna writes about the places she returns to time and again, from favourite cafés and shoreline paths to the landscapes that continue to inspire her work every day.

Enjoy the full feature within the pages of our latest magazine, issue 12, available to buy via the link in our bio.

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05/05/2026

One Day Itinerary for Exploring Iona

Take the short ferry from Fionnphort on Mull and step onto an island that feels set apart. Iona may be small, but its history runs deep, from the Abbey to the Nunnery and beyond. Walk it slowly and take in the views. No cars, no rush, just space to explore and soak it all in.

29/04/2026

People of Scotland

Meet Zahra, Owner and Creative Director of

Set just off Portobello’s promenade, The Tower sits right on the shoreline with a story that goes back years. Zahra grew up here, when it was still a crumbling part of her family home. What stands now is the result of a long, careful restoration, shaped by that history.

Today, it’s an exclusive space for gatherings, creative shoots, filming, chef residencies, elopements, and private celebrations, with each use bringing a different perspective to the building.

Read the full interview with Zahra in this Sundays weekly email, sign up via the link in bio.

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20/04/2026

Issue 12 is now shipping worldwide from Scotland.

We are delighted to now have issue 12 in our hands and are now shipping worldwide from Scotland to our subscribers and pre-order customers. We really hope you enjoy the latest issue for spring/summer 2026.

On Friday, we spent the day photographing the magazine with at the beautiful a setting that couldn’t have suited it better. Have a swipe through to take a look inside, and a little behind the scenes of our shoot.

We hope you enjoy this latest issue as much as we’ve enjoyed bringing it together.

If you have not yet ordered and would like to, you can do this via the link in our bio.

16/04/2026

75 of The Best Places to Stay in Scotland this Spring & Summer 2026

There’s nothing quite like spring and summer in Scotland. As winter releases its steel grip, every seasonal cliché about new life is amplified in a landscape so green it seems rendered in technicolor. Daffodils dot the verges and lambs take their first unsteady steps in the fields. Summer means long, sunlit evenings made for adventure and enough warmth that days at the beach or in the hills are no longer an exercise in layering.

These are seasons of possibility that show the country in all its splendour. If you’re planning a trip in the next few months and need somewhere to stay, these hotels and holiday cottages are at the top of our wish list. With a focus on authentic properties rooted in the philosophies of slow travel and local immersion, our selection ranges from romantic Hebridean retreats for two to exclusive-use Highland lodges with space for family and friends.

Swipe to see a selection of the accommodation, to discover all 75 visit the link in our bio for the full article.

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