9 h. ago Scottish star Charlie Aldridge grabs recognition after stunning mountain bike season

The 24-year-old punched his ticket to the top of the World Cup podium for the first time in 2025, winning maiden golds in both the cross-country and short track formats.

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14 h. ago Luxury Scots hotel 'brimming with folklore' named among world's best for Christmas break

The five-star resort has been a symbol of Scottish luxury for over a century, offering fine dining, elegance and outdoor adventures across its vast estate.

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41 h. ago Sleigh rides, spas and snowshoeing: 10 of the best winter holidays in Europe

Ditch the skis – these winter breaks are all about stunning mountain scenery, cosy places to stay and fun activitiesSaddle up for sleigh rides, strap in for a 220-metre illuminated toboggan run, and prepare to get lost in an ice-carved maze at the Snowland theme park in Zakopane, as Poland’s winter capital sparkles up for the season. Pair a snowy walk through the Chochołowska valley with a visit to the Chochołowskie thermal baths, with outdoor pools, sauna, balneotherapy and massage treatments. Stay at the Hotel Aries, which mixes classic Alpine design with Zakopane touches (local wine and traditional dishes in the Halka restaurant, furniture and rugs by local craftspeople), and don’t miss the world’s largest snow maze and the Palace of the Snow Queen in the Snowlandia theme park, which has individual chambers sculpted from snow and ice by local artists.Doubles at Hotel Aries from £165 B&B. Zakopane is around two hours from Krakow by bus; the hotel is a 1km taxi ride from the st...

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3 d. ago Highest railway in the UK gives you stunning mountain views without the climbing

The highest railway in the UK, which reopened in February this year after a £25million refurbishment, offers visitors stunning views of the surrounding landscape

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4 d. ago Scots Big Brother star leads tribute to 'great friend' who died in caravan fire

Ian Hope's body was found after a fire at the Viewfield Manor Holiday Park in Kilwinning.

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4 d. ago Cameron House sale: Luxury hotel on banks of Loch Lomond could fetch up to £100 million

The famous five-star resort is set within 400-acres of Scottish countryside.

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7 d. ago Sir Ian McKellen and Graham Norton to star at Alan Cumming's Scottish 'celebration of queer culture'

The new festival will take place in January and will feature acting great Sir Ian McKellen, as well as BBC host Graham Norton

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7 d. ago Strictly’s Saffron Barker’s hopes for a family with her Scottish model boyfriend

Strictly star Saffron Barker has opened up on her relationship with Scottish model Josh Miln, their recent move from Brighton to Dubai and her hopes for a family

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9 d. ago We visited The Traitors castle to discover its secrets – breakfast, booze and hidden cameras

EXCLUSIVE: As the celebrities keep up their hunt for the Traitors sneaking around the iconic Scottish castle, Daily Star got to have a peek around the building where it all happens

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1 week ago Cameron Menzies says what every Rangers fan thinks about Danny Rohl as he targets darts glory in Germany

Scottish star has had an excellent year and has more aims as he gets set to face Gary Anderson in round one of Euro Finals

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1 week ago Disgraced rugby star Stuart Hogg slashes £30k off price of lavish home after abuse scandal

The former Scotland captain, 33, and his ex-wife Gillian put the five-bedroom property on the market in April.

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2 w. ago Gavin and Stacey star Mathew Horne's quiet life in 'special' Scottish village

The sitcom star is believed to have previously swapped city life for a remote Scottish village, saying he loves the 'peace and tranquility'.

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2 w. ago Jimmy Fallon treated to 'true Scots style' dinner with soldiers during Balmoral visit

Jimmy Fallon got a taste of true Highland hospitality when Scottish soldiers invited the US TV star to a special dinner during his visit to Balmoral.

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2 w. ago Inside Gavin and Stacey star Mathew Horne's life in tiny Scottish village

The sitcom star is thought to split his time between London and a quaint Scottish village, with which he has a 'very special relationship'

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2 w. ago The Ridge star Jay Ryan on making the new Scots/Kiwi psychological thriller with Outlander star Lauren Lyle

How the tense new drama took the star back to his Scottish roots

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2 w. ago Dave Glasgow Hydro Ticket Presales and Prices: How to get tickets for the rap star's Scottish gig

One of the biggest names in British rap is coming to Glasgow.

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2 w. ago Strictly Come Dancing's Kevin Clifton to star in Priscilla Queen of the Desert during 2026 Scottish shows

Priscilla Queen of the Desert will be in Glasgow and Edinburgh in 2026.

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2 w. ago Two Scottish restaurants including Michelin star spot named in UK's top 'design

The two restaurants were touted by the Good Food Guide as 'fabulous' and 'unimpeachable' for their style and design.

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2 w. ago GB and Scottish sprint star Jack Carlin announces retirement from track cycling

“If I was to say to 18-year-old Jack you’re going to walk away in ten years’ time with four Olympic medals around your neck, I’d have bitten your hand off,” the 28-year-old said

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2 w. ago Scottish Downton Abbey star Phyllis Logan says show will live on and be 'there for posterity'

The Paisley-born actor says she never imagined the show, which is now ending, would become the global smash hit it did.

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