8 h. ago Grand Designs legend says beautiful Scottish region is his favourite staycation spot

EXCLUSIVE: Kevin McCloud, the well-known host of Channel 4's Grand Designs, shared some of his best-loved locations in the UK, including a Scottish beauty spot that "feels otherworldly"

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59 h. ago Beautiful Scottish gem with 'best views' is perfect for autumnal walk

This incredible beach, named the best in Scotland, has been hailed as a 'hidden gem' and is perfect for a peaceful autumnal walk while admiring incredible views of Bass Rock

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3 d. ago Tiny UK seaside town with independent shops that have lasted a century

It was named as the most beautiful high street in Scotland in a public vote in 2019

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3 d. ago I went on a foraging walk at one of Scotland's most picturesque spots

A weekend foraging walk on Scotland’s beautiful west coast makes for an ideal slow Sunday, finds Rosalind Erskine.

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5 d. ago Beautiful Scots village to hosts events filled with 'mystery and starlit wonder' this autumn

New Lanark is offering a thrilling mix of creativity, mystery and starlit wonder this autumn.

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6 d. ago The little town in Scotland with the most beautiful high street in the country

The small island town was named the most beautiful high street in Scotland in 2019, and it's not hard to see why - the picturesque seaside town is full of thriving independent businesses

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8 d. ago Lanarkshire groups honoured at Keep Scotland Beautiful awards

Brighter Bothwell and Glenboig development trust were both recognised

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8 d. ago How to survive a squirrel attack as as gang of feral rodents hold villagers hostage

Squirrels have often been the image of fantastic woodlands scenes – but the bushy-tailed rodents have been known to unleash their anger on a few innocent bystanders

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1 week ago 'Magical' Scottish woodland is perfect spot for autumn trip that is fun for entire family

A stunning woodland garden in Scotland has been named one of the UK's most beautiful gardens and it's perfect for an autumn day out with the family

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1 week ago Olivia Smith denied as Arsenal secure WSL draw at Manchester United

Manchester United and Arsenal played out a goalless draw in front of the hosts’ largest-ever Leigh Sports Village crowd, as both teams continued their unbeaten start to the Women’s Super League campaign.On a sombre weekend for the sport after the news of the death of the former Liverpool, Chelsea and West Ham United manager Matt Beard, at the age of 47, late on Saturday evening, there was a moment’s silence held before kick-off. Manchester United and Arsenal’s supporters then spontaneously applauded on 47 minutes, with the travelling Arsenal fans displaying the words “We love you Beardy” on handheld signs. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Dying Light: The Beast review – Kyle Crane goes beast mode in the true sequel to Techland’s original

Tearing through hordes of flesh-eaters and other nightmare creatures is made all the more eventful thanks to a variety-filled setting and the franchise's most refined con bat system yet.

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2 w. ago Scotland's Best Buildings: 13 of the most beautiful buildings in Scotland

What is the most beautiful building in Scotland? There are hundreds across the country - but we’ve put together a list of 13.

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2 w. ago Scott Hastings: 'I swim every week in Scottish bay where my beautiful wife died

Scott’s friend Iain has begun his attempt at swimming the 60-mile length of the Caledonian Canal to raise money in Jenny’s memory.

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2 w. ago Kilted Donut : Scottish bakery that sells ‘beautiful’ doughnuts to close down due to ‘economic uncertainty’

A Scottish bakery which is known for its huge and ‘beautiful’ American-inspired doughnuts is set to close down.

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2 w. ago 'Mesmerising' BBC crime series set on beautiful Scots island hailed as 'best show'

The Scots crime series has received high praise from viewers who have branded it a a 'must watch'.

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3 w. ago 'We boarded world's most beautiful train in Scotland and one thing floored us'

While on holiday, a family booked on to the Jacobite Train and shared what it's really like to go and see it, saying it's so important that you get to the car park early

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3 w. ago Tributes to 'beautiful' young woman killed in horror A98 crash

Kirsty Shankland has been named locally as the 21-year-old who passed away following the collision on the A98 southwest of Banff last week.

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3 w. ago Readers Gallery September 2025: A selection of beautiful pictures from around Scotland taken by our readers

Readers Gallery September 2025: A selection of beautiful pictures from around Scotland taken by contributors to The Scotsman Readers Gallery

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4 w. ago Two beautiful Scottish regions named among UK's best destinations for autumn escapes

Scotland has emerged as a top UK destination for autumn getaways, with two beautiful destinations ranked among the country’s best countryside regions.

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4 w. ago 10 beautiful walks in Scotland where you can enjoy the colours of autumn

Autumn is the perfect time to enjoy Scotland’s woodland walks, whether for a day trip or a longer countryside break.

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