Among the many lost railway lines in the UK, the Waverley Route stands out as a fascinating chapter in the history of rail travel. This scenic line, which once connected Edinburgh to Carlisle, has captured the imagination of railway enthusiasts…
Prepare your time machines for a week of royal intrigue, political drama, and the tragic conclusion of one of history’s most fascinating queens. The year is 1587, and at Fotheringhay Castle, Mary, Queen of Scots, meets her end on February…
Grab your helmets and brace yourselves, time travellers, because we’re venturing north to the rugged Shetland Islands for Lerwick’s Up Helly Aa, the largest Viking fire festival in Europe. Held annually on the last Tuesday of January, this fiery extravaganza…
Grab your tartan and tune your bagpipes, time travellers, because we’re heading to Ayrshire, Scotland, on January 25, 1759, to witness the birth of Robert Burns, Scotland’s national poet. Known for his lyrical poetry, sharp wit, and love of life,…
Pull on your woollen coats and grab your best engineering diagrams, time travellers, because we’re off to Greenock, Scotland, on January 19, 1736, to witness the birth of James Watt, the man who powered the Industrial Revolution—quite literally. As an…
Time travellers, dust off your kilts, tune your fiddles, and prepare to be swept off your feet by Celtic Connections, Glasgow’s world-renowned celebration of Celtic music and culture. Every January, Scotland’s largest winter music festival transforms Glasgow into a hub…
If your time-travelling heart longs for a New Year’s celebration steeped in history, community, and a splash of whisky, set your coordinates for Old Calendar Hogmanay. Held on January 12th, this Scottish festival offers a delightful twist on the traditional…
If your time-travelling adventures are in need of a fiery spectacle with a dash of ancient mystery, head to Burghead, Scotland, on January 11th for the Burning of the Clavie. This unique and raucous festival combines flames, folklore, and a…
New Year’s Eve is a universal celebration of fireworks, fizz, and midnight resolutions you probably won’t keep. But in Scotland and parts of northern England, it’s not just about ringing in the New Year—it’s about who crosses your threshold first.…
In the heart of Orkney’s capital, Kirkwall, there’s a New Year tradition that’s part sporting event, part battlefield, and entirely bonkers. The Kirkwall Ba is a rough-and-tumble game played in the streets, pitting teams of Uppies and Doonies against each…
