Geology Echoes of smugglers on Cornwall’s north coast – a guest post by Rachel Bates March 01, 2015 As 'Poldark' returns to our screens this month, guest writer Rachel Bates scrambles down the cliffs of north Cornwall to …
Churches, abbeys and chapels , History The Garvellachs: just below the surface September 01, 2013 Set into a grassy bank on Eileach an Naoimh, the 'Isle of the Saints', is this small but intriguing underground …
Carved crosses , History Inveraray Cross August 30, 2013 For any visitor to Inveraray, the glorious castle steals the show - but it's worth taking time to look at …
History The Fairy Flag of Dunvegan August 07, 2013 It's 1580, you're in an advancing army and you see the MacLeods on the other side start to unfurl their …
History , Scottish castles Dunvegan Castle – still holding fast August 06, 2013 This fortress on Skye's north-west coast has stood guard over MacLeod lands for nearly 750 years; and it contains …
History Winchester’s Round Table: inspired by a legend July 02, 2013 The Great Hall at Winchester Castle houses a tribute to King Arthur, Britain's 'once and future king'. Prepare to …
Carved crosses , Churches, abbeys and chapels , History Kilmory Knap Chapel – part two June 25, 2013 Continuing the excitement at Kilmory Knap Chapel with the magnificent MacMillan's Cross and a tantalising story...
Churches, abbeys and chapels , History Kilmory Knap Chapel – part one June 22, 2013 This tiny little chapel on Loch Sween has some pretty big secrets - I can't wait to show you what's …
History , Scottish castles Castle Sween: still watching for the sails June 13, 2013 Dreaming of times gone by, this wonderful 12th-century castle looks out over Loch Sween and the Sound of Jura.
Wildlife & Nature The bridge of the fairy foxgloves June 08, 2013 This old bridge is the home of a very special little flower...
Churches, abbeys and chapels , History Kilmore – a quiet chapter June 02, 2013 An atmosphere of complete peace surrounds this lovely little ruined church in Argyll.
Carved crosses , History The Battle of Dunnichen May 20, 2013 Dunnichen, Dun Nechtain, Nechtansmere - take your pick (or should that be Pict?) We don't know where this …
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