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Victorian

Image: Alan Rennie Photography

Property: Stunning one-bed ground-floor flat invites move to Morningside

The entrance to Marine North Berwick. Pic: Contributed
The entrance to Marine North Berwick. Pic: Contributed

Review: Marine North Berwick - NB Distillery package - Scotland on Sunday Travel

Happy mother's day! Beautiful young woman and her mother with flowers and gift box at home. Pic: Adobe
Happy mother's day! Beautiful young woman and her mother with flowers and gift box at home. Pic: Adobe

This Mother's Day, take some life advice from Mrs Soutar - Gaby Soutar

This Victorian attic flat has no gas connection but does have electricity and running water, and is in a mansion-style fronted house with views over Rothesay Bay.
This Victorian attic flat has no gas connection but does have electricity and running water, and is in a mansion-style fronted house with views over Rothesay Bay.

'A bit of a fixer upper' attic flat on sale on Rothesay for £10,000

Alton Towers (Getty Images)
Alton Towers (Getty Images)

First look at Alton Towers new creepy ride opening this weekend

A Victorian vampire slaying kit containing a wooden stake and holy water is up for auction and set to sell for thousands of pounds. The kit which includes a number of tools useful to anyone should they encounter a bloodthirsty vampire originally belonged to a priest living in Wollas Hall, Worcestershire during the late 1800s.
A Victorian vampire slaying kit containing a wooden stake and holy water is up for auction and set to sell for thousands of pounds. The kit which includes a number of tools useful to anyone should they encounter a bloodthirsty vampire originally belonged to a priest living in Wollas Hall, Worcestershire during the late 1800s.

Victorian Vampire slaying kit set to fetch thousands at auction

Not our holiday house
Not our holiday house

Ghosts tried to spoil my weekend - Gaby Soutar

The toppled statue of Edward Colston now lies on display in M Shed museum in Bristol (Picture: Polly Thomas/Getty Images)
The toppled statue of Edward Colston now lies on display in M Shed museum in Bristol (Picture: Polly Thomas/Getty Images)

British empire can be looked at afresh after debate over slavers' statues

Cumbrae islanders fear the proposed 19MW green scheme could damage the environment and threaten tourism - a mainstay of the 'fragile' local economy
Cumbrae islanders fear the proposed 19MW green scheme could damage the environment and threaten tourism - a mainstay of the 'fragile' local economy

Sunny side down: Protest against huge solar farm on wee Scottish isle

James Maitland Balfour and Lady Blanche Cecil
James Maitland Balfour and Lady Blanche Cecil

Victorian love letters sent by former PM’s parents published online

Despite encouraging words by Nicola Sturgeon at the COP26 climate summit, independent advisers warned in December that the Scottish Government lacked a 'clear delivery plan' to meet its targets (Picture: Ian Forsyth/Getty Images)
Despite encouraging words by Nicola Sturgeon at the COP26 climate summit, independent advisers warned in December that the Scottish Government lacked a 'clear delivery plan' to meet its targets (Picture: Ian Forsyth/Getty Images)

Future generations need a voice in Scottish politics – Sarah Davidson

A classroom of children. Picture: Gorodenkoff Productions OU/Adobe
A classroom of children. Picture: Gorodenkoff Productions OU/Adobe

Teachers' strikes have given me school flashbacks - Gaby Soutar

Ettrick Bay, Isle of Bute, January 2023. Pic: J Christie
Ettrick Bay, Isle of Bute, January 2023. Pic: J Christie

Janet Christie's Mum's the Word - No such thing as bad weather

Installation view of Turner in January at the Royal Scottish Academy PIC: Greg Macvean
Installation view of Turner in January at the Royal Scottish Academy PIC: Greg Macvean

Art reviews: Turner in January | Ten Years of Modern Masters

Antiques Roadshow guest ‘very surprised’ finding out items true value

Glasgow's George Square, as viewed from the City Chambers, lit up by festive decorations in 1963.
Glasgow's George Square, as viewed from the City Chambers, lit up by festive decorations in 1963.

23 pictures from the 1960s show what Christmas was like in Scotland

Mel B attempts to walk out of The One Show interview

A Fasting Girl: Mollie Fancher, of Brooklyn, became known the world over for her ablity to go without food for long periods of time with her case - and others - linked to miracle making and religious sanctity. PIC: CC.
A Fasting Girl: Mollie Fancher, of Brooklyn, became known the world over for her ablity to go without food for long periods of time with her case - and others - linked to miracle making and religious sanctity. PIC: CC.

The mysterious case of the Scottish ‘fasting girl’ who lived on water alone

Glen Flora, Gillespie Road. Image: Square Foot/Angus Behm
Glen Flora, Gillespie Road. Image: Square Foot/Angus Behm

Prestige property: A period house with abundant and gorgeous grounds

After 12 to 48 hours the characteristic fine red rash of scarlet fever develops
After 12 to 48 hours the characteristic fine red rash of scarlet fever develops

Scarlet Fever: UK sees a rise in contagious Victorian illness

Argyle House. Picture: TSPL
Argyle House. Picture: TSPL

13 of Edinburgh's 'ugliest' buildings

 Travelodge releases thousands of rooms for under £35 to help cut costs this Christmas
 Travelodge releases thousands of rooms for under £35 to help cut costs this Christmas

Travelodge release thousands of rooms for under £35 for Christmas

Image: Adobe Stock
Image: Adobe Stock

Spooking the housing market

The former City of Glasgow College building has a revived place as a city landmark. PIC: Peter Halliday and Alan Stewart.
The former City of Glasgow College building has a revived place as a city landmark. PIC: Peter Halliday and Alan Stewart.

Glasgow's concrete buildings reflect a time when people dared to dream

Pic: Andrey N Cherkasov
Pic: Andrey N Cherkasov

Gaby Soutar: I'd do Sober October, but nobody would sponsor me

Andrew Lloyd Webber said the Queen enjoyed 'gentle disagreement over Victorian architecture. (Photo by Anthony Harvey/Getty Images)
Andrew Lloyd Webber said the Queen enjoyed 'gentle disagreement over Victorian architecture. (Photo by Anthony Harvey/Getty Images)

lloyd Webber enjoyed rowing with the Queen over architecture

Allermuir, Colinton, Edinburgh. Image: Square Foot/Angus Behm
Allermuir, Colinton, Edinburgh. Image: Square Foot/Angus Behm

Prestige property: Stunner invites love at first sight

Deer stalker Duncan Mackenzie was followed for four years by filmmakers for a new BBC Alba documentary. PIC: Richard Else.
Deer stalker Duncan Mackenzie was followed for four years by filmmakers for a new BBC Alba documentary. PIC: Richard Else.

In pursuit of deer stalker Duncan Mackenzie across the land of his DNA

The cottages on the Kirnan Estate, six miles north of Lochgilphead.. Pic: Contributed
The cottages on the Kirnan Estate, six miles north of Lochgilphead.. Pic: Contributed

Kirnan Estate Review - Scotland on Sunday Travel

Is anybody there? Find out at Inverurie's Wyness Hall.
Is anybody there? Find out at Inverurie's Wyness Hall.

Victorian Seance returns to Aberdeenshire

The grouse shooting season begins today (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)
The grouse shooting season begins today (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

If grouse shooting was a new idea, would you support it? – Max Wiszniewski

Olivia Newton-John has died at her Southern California ranch after a long battle with breast cancer. She was 73 years old. Picture: RB/Redferns
Olivia Newton-John has died at her Southern California ranch after a long battle with breast cancer. She was 73 years old. Picture: RB/Redferns

Australia to host state memorial service for Olivia Newton-John

The settlement at Auchtavan is a rare survival of a traditional Highland clachan or fermtoun.
The settlement at Auchtavan is a rare survival of a traditional Highland clachan or fermtoun.

Open days at Auchtavan

Leonardo Da Vinci's anatomical drawings show the connection between art and science
Leonardo Da Vinci's anatomical drawings show the connection between art and science

From da Vinci's drawings to Cern, all cutting-edge science is eventually history

Glasgow Central Station Museum curator and tour guide Jackie Ogilvie on the disused platform. Picture: John Devlin
Glasgow Central Station Museum curator and tour guide Jackie Ogilvie on the disused platform. Picture: John Devlin

Steam locomotive to help create Victorian-era rail attraction at Glasgow Central

The Balmoral Arms has become the only official five-star hotel in the area
The Balmoral Arms has become the only official five-star hotel in the area

Newly refurbished Balmoral Arms achieves AA five-star rating - just one month a...

Glenmayne House, Galashiels.
Glenmayne House, Galashiels.

For sale: Exceptional A-listed 8-bedroom baronial mansion in magnificent grounds...

Scotsman Office - Exterior - From North Bridge
Scotsman Office - Exterior - From North Bridge

In pictures: North Bridge down the decades

The flat has views over arguably the most famous hole in world golf.
The flat has views over arguably the most famous hole in world golf.

The St Andrews two-bedroom flat on the market for offers over £1.75 million

Front of property.
Front of property.

Substantial 5-bedroom semi-detached period villa, significantly upgraded and ext...

Newfargie House, by Glenfarg, Perthshire.
Newfargie House, by Glenfarg, Perthshire.

Magnificent 6-bedroom Victorian country house with hill top setting and spectacu...

There’s no indication of when Heinz products will return to Tesco (image: AFP/Getty Images)
There’s no indication of when Heinz products will return to Tesco (image: AFP/Getty Images)

Heinz Tesco dispute: full list of popular products missing from retailer’s shelv...

Trinity Gask, by Auchterarder
Trinity Gask, by Auchterarder

Prestige property: Humble farmhand’s cottage transformed into a Perth and Kinros...

Kinloch Castle: Deal almost clinched for sale of late Victorian pile on the Isle of Rum
Kinloch Castle: Deal almost clinched for sale of late Victorian pile on the Isle of Rum

Sale deal almost clinched for Hebridean island castle admired by Prince Charles

Lynehurst, Carlops Road, West Linton.
Lynehurst, Carlops Road, West Linton.

Eye-catching Victorian house in beautiful private grounds with wonderful views

Lochcote, by Linlithgow, West Lothian.
Lochcote, by Linlithgow, West Lothian.

Outstanding architect designed 7-bedroom modern house in 19 acres of wooded grou...

A beautiful beach sunset (photo: Parkdean)
A beautiful beach sunset (photo: Parkdean)

Revealed: The best UK beaches to watch the sunset and expert reveals top tips fo...

Front of property.
Front of property.

This beautiful 5-bedroom Victorian country villa exudes charm and sits in wonder...

Ravelston Lea, Edinburgh. Image: Angus Behm
Ravelston Lea, Edinburgh. Image: Angus Behm

Prestige property: A Highland hunting lodge-style home in the Capital

The Laslett, Notting Hill, London is comprised of five townhouses. Pic: Contributed
The Laslett, Notting Hill, London is comprised of five townhouses. Pic: Contributed

The Laslett, Notting Hill, London - hotel review - Scotland on Sunday Travel

The Laslett, Notting Hill, London is comprised of five townhouses. Pic: Contributed
The Laslett, Notting Hill, London is comprised of five townhouses. Pic: Contributed

The Laslett, Notting Hill, London - hotel review - Scotland on Sunday Travel

Jessie Niven, Gaelic singing sensation. Picture: Contributed
Jessie Niven, Gaelic singing sensation. Picture: Contributed

Fans restore Victorian Gaelic singing sensation’s gravestone

Burlesque performer Trixie Blue  (photo: Cherry Bomb Rock Photography)
Burlesque performer Trixie Blue  (photo: Cherry Bomb Rock Photography)

Focusing on movies that celebrate exotic dancing for World Burlesque Day

Front of property.
Front of property.

This beautifully modernised 5-bedroom Victorian villa sits on a peaceful and lea...

Many Scottish football players, such as these playing England in 1878, came from teams founded within Victorian industrial communities (Picture: Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
Many Scottish football players, such as these playing England in 1878, came from teams founded within Victorian industrial communities (Picture: Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

By nurturing civic society we can strengthen the Union – Ed McGuinness

Craigentoul, Hillhead Road, Bieldside, Aberdeen.
Craigentoul, Hillhead Road, Bieldside, Aberdeen.

Magnificent 7-bedroom residence set in 3.5 acres of stunning private grounds wit...

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First Minister Humza Yousaf poses with his new Cabinet. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

Humza Yousaf unveils full Cabinet with majority of women for first time ever

First Minister Humza Yousaf arrives at Bute House. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images
First Minister Humza Yousaf arrives at Bute House. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

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Thousands of calls to the Bilston Glen control room in Loanhead, Midlothian, were given a bogus call sign
Thousands of calls to the Bilston Glen control room in Loanhead, Midlothian, were given a bogus call sign

Police Scotland call handlers ‘used fake system to manipulate response targets’

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