History Mons Meg: a damsel of destruction December 08, 2015 1562 Views 21 Comments No one could ever accuse James II of being under-equipped. Take a look at the ultimate in big boys' …
History , Scottish castles Falkland Palace: power and glory June 05, 2014 1851 Views 0 Comment Sitting on the quiet main street of Falkland in Fife is one of the most remarkable Scottish castles, brainchild of …
History In a nutshell: the Linlithgow Palace fountain May 14, 2014 2202 Views 15 Comments This ornate fountain welcomed Mary of Guise, bride of James V, to her new home; and in 1745 it flowed …
History , Scottish castles The value of Stirling December 08, 2013 2744 Views 0 Comment Forbidding and silent, Stirling Castle stands on a natural clifftop overlooking the River Forth. Battles have raged below its …
History , Scottish castles Linlithgow Palace October 14, 2011 4168 Views 6 Comments Birthplace of Scotland's monarchs, this imposing shell of a palace holds some joyful and tragic memories.
