While at Scotland’s Trade Fairs in Glasgow this January, Lucy went off for a wander amongst the beautiful products and her eye was caught by jewellery made from recycled Whisky bottles! She’d discovered Helen Chalmers Glass Jewellery. After a good long window shop, she got chatting to the lovely Helen and left with a long […]
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Museums on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile: Your Complete Guide
The Royal Mile isn't just Edinburgh's most famous street - it's also home to some of Scotland's most fascinating museums. Stretching from Edinburgh Castle down to Holyrood Palace, this iconic thoroughfare packs centuries of Scottish history into a single mile(ish) of cobbled street. Whether you're a history buff, travelling with kids, or simply curious about [...] Continue reading
Made in Scotland: Castle Apothecary
Our newest Made in Scotland Blog is here! We chatted with the lovely Alison from Castle Apothecary about her lockdown inspired business inspired by Scotland’s rich natural heritage and garden plants. Alison handcrafts a range of beautiful soaps, hand washes, body scrubs, hand creams and lotions featuring Scottish and British plant oils with the aim […]
Continue readingThe National Gallery of Scotland: A Must-Visit on Princes Street
You'll spot the National Gallery of Scotland from across Princes Street Gardens—those elegant honey-coloured columns rising on The Mound look like they've been lifted straight from ancient Greece. Designed by William Henry Playfair and opened in 1859, this building makes quite the statement. The Victorians weren't shy about showing off their cultural ambitions, and this [...] Continue reading
Made in Scotland: Arran Bay Jewellery
Our Made in Scotland blog is back for 2026! We love to showcase the amazing brands that you can find across the best wee country in the world and chat with their founders, designers and craftsmen and women. When it comes to Arran Bay Jewellery, we were drawn to their striking mix of stones, beads, […]
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