Brechin The unofficial capital city of Angus. Brechin has had city status for years now. Situated in the heart of Angus, this large town is not officially recognised as a city by modern standards, even though it has a former seat of the Reformation Roman Catholic diocese, i.e. a cathedral. Home to Kinnaird Castle and…
Get to Know Prestwick Home Of The Golf Open The South Ayrshire seaside town of Prestwick is a couple of miles or so south of Ayr and its stature as such is relatively recent by Scottish standards, having been more of a village until the trains arrived in August 1839. Still, it has a little…
Sanquhar Home of World’s Oldest Post Office. Looking for a base to explore the stunning scenery of the Nith Valley, or just travelling the A74 and in need of a break? Then the small but beautifully formed market town of Sanquhar may be just what you are looking for. Being conveniently placed about halfway between…
Hawick The Floral Border Town With Great Views If you find yourself exploring the Scottish Borders. love flowers, history and have a penchant for fine quality Knitwear, then Hawick has to be on your to-visit list. The town its self is fairly centrally located, about 15 miles north of the Border, but is one of…
Thornhill Dumfries & Galloway I would imagine the majority of people reading this were not aware that the lovely village of Thornhill exists, and given its resident population is well under 2000, perhaps it’s not too surprising. However, if you are looking for a quiet and friendly location for a relaxing weekend or a base…
A Five-Minute Guide to Viewpark The Quintessential Ex Mining Town. Viewpark: Miner’s territory. Where the residents are the grandkids, sons, daughters, and even great-grandkids of the miners that worked throughout North Lanarkshire at the various pits. Viewpark was built in the ’40s, specifically to house these miners and their families. When the pits eventually closed…
Craig Taylor