Celtic Connections launches programme for 2025 as headliners …
Oct 15, 2024 · (Image: Kris Kesiak) He said: “We are incredibly proud of Celtic Connections’ place as an ecosystem for new music and art. In 2025 we are bringing together international icons with emerging acts to create career-defining performances and never-seen-before collaborations, not to mention great nights out for our audiences.
The Scottish locations among the best places to visit at Christmas
Nov 9, 2024 · Edinburgh was said to be 'magical at the best of times' (Image: Getty Images) Why these Scottish spots are among the best places to visit this Christmas Edinburgh and the Cairngorms were the two Scottish locations named among the best places to visit at Christmas by Time Out.. Edinburgh, which took the top spot, was praised for its centuries-old network of spiralling hills, cobbled streets and ...
Are red squirrels finally winning the battle against greys in Scotland?
Sep 22, 2024 · A map of squirrel sightings, both grey and red, on SSRS’s website gives a decent picture of their distribution in Scotland. A map of squirrel sightings from Saving Scotland's Red Squirrels (Image: Saving Scotland's Red Squirrels). While red squirrels have held on in the Highlands and the Borders, the central belt appears like a …
St Andrew's Day: Do workers in Scotland get a bank holiday?
Nov 18, 2024 · Andrew became Scotland's saint all the way back in 1320 when the Declaration of Arbroath was signed. Since then, Scotland has been part of an exclusive club of countries which have the disciple as their patron saint.
How much did Paddy McGuinness raise for Children In Need 2024?
Nov 16, 2024 · “Underneath these clothes it is all Sellotape and safety pins,” McGuinness joked, before describing the challenge as a “privilege”. The Top Gear presenter began his journey on Monday at Wrexham AFC’s Racecourse Ground, and described how Glasgow was “lit up in sunshine” as he approached the finish line in the city on Friday.
Film on archaeological discovery revealing secrets of Glencoe …
Nov 11, 2024 · Created by History Hit, A Scottish Massacre – Unearthing The Secrets of Glencoe, delves into the discovery which shines new light on one of the Highlands' most notorious historical events and will premiere on the film firm's streaming service on November 14.
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Three arrests made after bomb squads called to Buchanan Bus …
Nov 20, 2024 · Police have closed Killermont Street and are directing people around (Image: Colin Mearns) Police further said that the EOD teams remained at the scene. The police statement said: “Three men have been arrested in connection with the incident at Buchanan Bus Station in Glasgow, which was reported around 1.10pm today, Thursday, 20 November, 2024.
Rangers fans split opinion with rendition of iconic Scottish song
Sep 30, 2024 · RANGERS fans certainly seem to have split opinion with their rendition of an iconic Scottish anthem. Dougie MacLean’s Caledonia is one of the country’s most beloved songs and was even put forward by Nicola Sturgeon as a potential option for a national anthem in an independent Scotland.. Rangers fans have now rewritten the famous lyrics though to suit the club’s history and they go a ...
Scotland weather: Met Office yellow warning as first snow in …
Nov 17, 2024 · "This will gradually introduce more unsettled weather, initially in the north from Friday but more widely from Sunday. “In addition to this increased rainfall, which could be heavy at times on Sunday, temperatures will also drop, especially for those in Scotland, as a northerly airflow develops, bringing colder Arctic air to some northern areas.