Why was Christmas banned for 400 years?
The Forbidden Celebration When Scotland split from the Catholic papacy in the 16th century,...
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The Forbidden Celebration When Scotland split from the Catholic papacy in the 16th century,...
Would someone from the 1800s recognise the Edinburgh we know today? Lots about life has transformed...
From secluded gardens to interesting carvings above the eyeline, here are five of the Royal...
Whisky, also known as the water of life, is Scotland's national drink and is on the must-try...
Did you know that Christmas was once banned in Scotland? The tradition feels so widely celebrated in...
By Mark, Mercat Storyteller Often referred to as “St. Giles' Cathedral”, the High...
Today marks Transgender Day of Visibility. LGBTQ+ figures aren't often included in the history...
There’s lots to celebrate towards the end of the year in Scotland. One of those things being...