12 h. ago Scottish island seeking couple to relocate for work with accommodation included

"This is a rare opportunity to live and work in a beautiful, secluded environment."

Politics

19 h. ago ‘A tantalising mystery’: could I find the standing stone on a Scottish island from a childhood photo?

My mum gave me an old picture of me sitting on the cairn on Islay when I was 11. Forty years later, I set out to find itI don’t remember the picture being taken. Somewhere in Scotland, sometime in the 1980s. It has that hazy quality you get with old colour prints: warm but also somehow melancholy. I’m wearing blue jeans, white trainers, an army surplus jumper – and am perched on a standing stone.My mum gave me the photo when I turned 50. She found it up in the loft. Some of these childhood pictures, souvenirs of trips with my grandparents to historic sites, have the place names written on the back. This one was blank, a tantalising mystery. Though I didn’t recognise the location, something about the landscape and quality of light suggested it was Islay, an island I’d visited just once – when I was not quite 12. So I decided to see if I could find the spot, slipped the photograph into my notebook and set off. Continue reading...

Culture

20 h. ago Two massive workers' camps planned for Stornoway on Isle of Lewis as energy projects gather pace

Energy project are gathering pace - as are plans to house workers who will build them.

Politics

35 h. ago Stanhope Silver Band walk on water! Richard Grassick’s best photograph

‘There was only room for one band member on each stepping stone. When they saw me standing in the middle of the River Wear, I imagine they just thought, “Here he goes again”’I joined the Amber Film & Photography Collective in 1983. Amber’s aim was to capture working-class life in north-east England, and over nearly 30 years I amassed a body of work documenting life in the upper Durham Dales – a project I later called People of the Hills. In 1994, I moved with my young family into a derelict plumber’s workshop and yard in Stanhope, Weardale. Living there over the next six years meant I met people in all kinds of circumstances – I got to know and photograph many local owners of smallholdings because my kids befriended theirs at school.The members of the Stanhope Silver Band, seen in this photograph, were well known in the village. One was a joiner who paid us five quid a month to use our outbuildings as workshop space. I don’t know how many of those in the picture are still in the...

Culture

38 h. ago The Scottish island easily accessible from mainland perfect for autumn getaway

It features amazing restaurants, stunning beaches and much more.

Politics

8 d. ago Incredible Scottish island covered in wildlife has sale price slashed by £100k

Mullagrach Island, in the Scottish Highlands, was first put up for sale last year but has yet to find a buyer, leading to a significant reduction in the asking price

Economics

8 d. ago Beautiful Scottish island with beaches and caves has price cut by £100k after lack of buyers

A stunning island on the northwest of Scotland captured people's attention when it went on the market last year, but now the owners have slashed its price by £100,000

Economics

8 d. ago Couples can now get married in front of famous landscape on Scottish island

It is set to host 25–30 weddings in coming months

Politics

1 week ago The historic Scottish island castle at the centre of controversial sale by clan

The castle and its grounds are for sale as part of a £6.7 million Sleat Peninsula deal, sparking local protests

Politics

2 w. ago King’s Cave: Famous cave on Scottish island linked to Robert the Bruce damaged by vandals in graffiti attack

The chief executive of VisitArran said the behaviour could risk the caves being closed off to the public

Events

2 w. ago The Scottish island getaway in 'Balamory' town you can book for half price

"Such a fantastic hotel, super accommodating and friendly staff."

Politics

2 w. ago Dream job making biscuits on Scottish 'Balamory' island with accommodation provided

No experience is needed to apply.

Politics

2 w. ago Historic castle put up for sale for £750,000 after Scottish islands back redevelopment plan

Scottish Government nature agency NatureScot owns Kinloch Castle on Rum but it said high maintenance costs mean selling it is necessary

Economics

2 w. ago Scottish island lighthouse with links to Robert Louis Stevenson for sale for £350,000

The lighthouse complex was built by the family of Robert Louis Stevenson, and currently houses an artists’ residency

Economics

2 w. ago Scottish island community share secrets behind famous black pudding recipe passed down through generations

A renowned butchers is offering a behind-the-scenes look at how the much-loved delicacy is made

Society

2 w. ago Queens Of The Stone Age headline festival rocked by controversy

Irish band The Mary Wallopers had their sound cut over an onstage pro-Palestinian protest.

Politics

3 w. ago Picturesque Scottish island seeking couple to relocate for work with accommodation provided

The successful applicants will also get free food and other discounts.

Politics

3 w. ago Remote Scottish island with beachside B&B that's the 'friendliest' in the country

A picturesque Scottish guest house with breathtaking ocean views has been awarded the 'AA Friendliest B&B of the Year' award, and it's easy to see why the holiday hotspot is so beloved by visitors

Politics

3 w. ago The Scottish island beachside B&B that was named 'friendliest' in the country

"Great host, amazing room and fantastic breakfast."

Politics

3 w. ago Scotland's most remote island seeks nurse with £50k salary and perks

Fair Isle, a tiny island between Shetland and Orkney, is looking for a nurse to help care for its 50-strong community.

Economics