The Scots Magazine - May 2023

In this issue

Beyond The Woods
Following a curious young badger into the wider world is a profound experience.

The Great Eight
As King Charles III is crowned, we look at his strong links to people and places in Scotland.

FOCUS ON Fife FOCUS ON

Discover the region's best-kept secrets - including a Cold War bunker, wild walk and tasty local treats

10+ mins

Beyond The Woods

Over dyke, across burn and through the pines, following the foray of a curious young badger into the wider world is a profound experience

5 mins

The House Of Plenty

This decaying Scottish stately home was rescued by a prince and has been transformed into a bustling hub of education and opportunity

5 mins

The Great Eight

As King Charles III is crowned, we look at his strong links to Scotland

4 mins

A Family Affair

Knockengorroch festival celebrates 25 years of connection to the land

3 mins

The Wilderness Years

James Crawford's latest book reveals some of the fascinating historic places in Scotland that nature has reclaimed over time

4 mins

Best Of The Fest

With more than 500 events, there's something for every dram lover at this year's Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival

3 mins

Fusion Of Flavours

Using exquisite Scottish seafood in a classy dish with a Japanese twist

2 mins

The Art Of Nature

Watercolourist Clare Mackie spent years living in London, but has finally followed her heart home to her beloved Scotland

5 mins

Life In The Slow Lane

Author and photographer Rebecca Gibson has no interest in flying visits to Scots tourist hotspots - she wants visitors to really get to know places

4 mins

A Dream Come True

How a charity imagined by a Buddhist monk and set up by a Scottish climber helped to change the lives of people living in the Himalaya

6 mins

Four Fast Friends

The determined team tackling the challenging Moray Way 100 Relay

4 mins

In High Spirits

Exploring an alternative route to the impressive summit of Beinn Bhàn

2 mins

Forging Of Unions

Scots soldier James Thompson Bain emigrated to South Africa, but found his life's work in the country's fledgling Labour movement

4 mins

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The Scots Magazine Description:

First published in 1739, The Scots Magazine is the world’s most widely-read Scottish interest title, which has evolved into a colourful, authoritative, thought-provoking monthly periodical with many thousands of readers worldwide. It’s a blend of in-depth articles and shorter pieces about Scotland past, present and future. The country and its culture are well represented, reflecting the many facets of the nation: the people, outdoors, events, music, wildlife and history.