Highland

Ben Nevis was originally a huge active volcano which exploded and collapsed inwards millions of years ago. Now, it is simply a quintessential example of the beauty of Scotland and a 'must' for hikers in or visiting the country.

National Geographic crowned Scottish Highlands in ‘Best of the World 2023' list

Kinsteary, located about three miles from Nairn, dates from at least 1700, but has been owned by just four families in that time. It belonged to the Gordons of Cluny, of Cluny Castle in Aberdeenshire and Hermitage of Braid in Edinburgh, and was originally designed as a quadrangle.
Gordon Cathcart inherited the house in the 19th Century and lived here “alone” – with just 14 full-time staff, with their own servants’ hall, to keep her company.
These days Kinsteary is a more modest home, but its unique layout has suited the current owners perfectly.

Prestige property: Unique U-shaped oasis offers tranquil retreat

CalMac fines for performance have hit £4.5m for the last year and a half.

CalMac on track to break own record in level of poor performance fines

The Corran Ferry

Military 'increasingly unlikely' to assist with Highland ferry service

Galbraith staff at the new Inverness hub office. Picture: Alison White Photography

Scottish property consultancy opens Highland 'hub' as its embrace hybrid working

In between his demanding Outlander shooting schedule Scottish actor Sam Heughan has managed to star in a number of films - some better-known than others.

The 11 films Sam Heughan has appeared in and how to watch them

Sam Heughan has made a number of appearances on the small screen.

The 10 television programmes Outlander star Sam Heughan has acted in

Sam Heughan and host Tim Kash on the set of 'The IMDb Show' on January 13, 2020 in Santa Monica, California.

13 Sam Heughan quotes on life, fame, Scotland, women and redheads

Sam Heughan has plenty to say when it comes to smash hit television series Outlander

10 things Sam Heughan has said about the hit television series Outlander

Sam Heughan has plenty to say about his Scottish upbringing.

10 things Outlander star Sam Heughan has said about growing up in Scotland

Sam Heughan has revealed plenty of the things that he enjoys in life during his many interviews.

11 quotes from Outlander star Sam Heughan about the things he likes

Claire and Jamie will be returning in season 7 of Outlander.

13 things we know about Outlander Season 7

There will be a few new faces in the upcoming season 7 of Outlander.

14 new and returning actors in Outlander season 7 - and the characters they play

It's been announced that Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe's Outlander adventures will be coming to an end.

Outlander to conclude after an eighth and final season

The Manse on Ulva has come up for rent at £520 a month (Picture: Richard Kellett)

Ulva is gradually rebuilding a community shattered by Highland Clearances

Roger and Brianna share an intimate pose.

All the latest on Outlander Season 7 - including the official release date

Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Sam Heughan star in Love Again at the Arc Cinema. Photo: Getty Images

Outlander’s Sam Heughan on possibly starring in Bollywood film

Sam Heughan has had plenty to say about how he views acting in his many interviews.

10 things Scottish Outlander star Sam Heughan has said about acting

One of the most exclusive tartans ever made is the Balmoral, which dates from 1853. Designed by Queen Victoria’s husband Prince Albert. Featuring grey with red and black, the twisted black and white yarns are said to be reminiscent of the granite seen in Aberdeenshire’s Royal Deeside, where Balmoral is located. This tartan is one of few which can only be worn by members of the Royal family and the Queen’s personal piper with permission from the monarch.

Scottish Tartan: 17 Facts about Tartan starting with the Royal Family's design

Inverness striker Billy McKay with his daughter at full-time after the Scottish Cup semi-final win over Falkirk. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

'I would prefer Rangers' - Inverness hero Billy Mckay reveals cup final wish

'Ugly hallow' - New £3.1m visitor centre opens at Highland gorge

A lifeline for people affected by suicide - Lara Van de Peer

The Gaelic translation for Dunnottar is "fort on the shelving slope" and this is why the fortress has played such a prominent role in Scottish history back in the 18th century with the Jacobite rising because it was a defensive and strategic location. Described as a "ruined medieval fortress" today you can still explore it at the north-eastern coast of Scotland, 2 miles away from Stonehaven.

Scottish Castles and Clans: 17 Famous Castles and the Clans that occupied them

Scottish wildcat numbers have dropped so low that the species, Felis silvestris, has been declared 'functionally extinct' in the wild. Picture: RZSS/Saving Wildcats

Scottish wildcat kittens prepare for freedom as race to halt extinction ramps up

The capercaillie are at serious threat of extinction in Scotland, with the RSPB saying there are only 542 left (pic: Petr Šimon)

Nature groups in 'political impasse' over Scotland's fast-declining capercaillie

The cabins are tucked away in woodland, surrounded by Douglas Fir and Scots Pine trees, overlooking Loch Broom.

Stay in one of two cozy eco-cabins nestled in Highland woodland

A reader is critical of the redesign of health services in Skye

Readers' letters: Highland communities have been let down by the SNP

The Corran Ferry has been out of service since Easter Friday with the military now stepping in to get a replacement vessel up and running. A pedestrian-only service is operating in the meantime. PIC: Creative Commons/Colin.

Military considers replacement for Corran Ferry after breakdown

Glenlivet House is beautiful inside and out.

Take a tour of the stunning shooting lodge on the market for a cool £1.2million

In past years, Scotland has been represented by the likes of Karen Gillan and Sir Billy Connolly at the Tartan Day Parade in New York City.

Tartan Week 25th Anniversary: Here's the famous Scot who will be in NYC 2023

The Battle of Culloden was a crushing defeat for the Jacobites; it resulted in Bonnie Prince Charlie fleeing to exile and the end of traditional clan life.

Battle of Culloden 277th Anniversary: Why did the Jacobites lose in 1746?

The Corran ferry preparing to dock at Nether Lochaber. Picture: Neil Hanna

Busy Highland ferry route to be out of operation for 'several weeks'

The Corran ferry preparing to dock at Nether Lochaber. Picture: Neil Hanna

Critical Highland ferry service suspended on Good Friday

Ness Walk is a hotel formed from a 19th-century Grade B listed house, with modern additions. Pic: Contributed

Review: Ness Walk, Inverness – Scotland on Sunday Travel

Coming in at a height of 1,345m, Ben Nevis is Scotland's highest mountain.

All 282 Scottish Munros in order of height - from Ben Vane to Ben Nevis

The observation car 1719E was restored for the Strathspey Railway by engineers Nemesis Rail. Picture: Nemesis Rail

Historic rail observation car returns to Highlands after 55 years

Do you know how these Scottish towns got their names?

How Scotland's 11 largest towns got their names - from Paisley to Airdrie

Bonnie Prince Charlie meets Flora MacDonald: his time on the run after Culloden has now been reimagined by novelist Alan Warner in his new book Nothing Left to Fear From Hell.

Bonnie Prince Charlie's escape after Culloden reimagined by novelist Alan Warner

What towns do you think are the biggest in Scotland?

Scotland’s 21 largest towns by population - from Paisley to Newton Mearns

A Highland Spring: House of Bruar unveils its first ever spring summer catalogue packed full of colour and natural fibres

Ad Feature Iconic Scottish brand unveils its first spring summer catalogue

Jim Carruth

Book review: Far Field, by Jim Carruth

A stalker from NatureScot surveys the landscape at Loch Choire. PIC: NatureScot.

160 deer culled by government body as Highland landowner fails to manage herd

Weather warnings have been issued for Monday

Fresh yellow weather warning for snow and ice issued for Scotland on Monday

Darvel manager Mick Kennedy is not happy with the latest league restructuring proposals.

'Anyone who supports this should be ashamed' - ire over new B teams league

The boat shed at Loch Vaa, near Aviemore has been locked up after the tenant ended his fishing business given the disturbance caused by wild swimmers and paddle boarders. PIC: Kay Durden.

Wild swimming disturbance brings fishing to an end on Highland loch

A scenic train on the GoldenPass Express which runs between Montreux and Interlaken in Switzerland. Picture: MOB

‘Scenic trains’ with larger windows planned by ScotRail for lines in Highlands

Cruinn Leum Roundhouse offers a complete escape from urban life.

Get away from it all with a stay in a remote Highland roundhouse

The Dry Island is situated in the Gair Loch, surrounded by incredible Scottish scenery.

Stay on a secluded island on Scotland's spectacular west coast

The wax seal of Patrick Sellar, the factor of the Duke of Sutherland, who earned the darkest reputation for his role in the Highland Clearances. PIC: Clyne Heritage Society/Brora Heritage Centre.

The wax mark of the infamous man of the Highland Clearances

Guy Crawford has an extensive industry track record and will join Highland Coast Hotels as its chief executive from April 6.

Global hospitality veteran to lead group behind collection of NC500 hotels

The Quiraing is a landslip situated to the north of the Isle of Skye in the 'Trotternish' area. After only a moderate two-mile hike you can reach the peak of this breathtaking location which offers stunning views of local mountains, lochs and even the seashore.

10 incredible locations in the Isle of Skye that you shouldn't miss

Many of Scotland's most beautiful and interesting locations can be easily reached by train from Edinburgh.

11 of the best day trips by train within two hours of Scotland's Capital

Imagine waking up to a view like this.

Stay in an eco-friendly cabin with jaw-dropping Highland views

Scotgold Resources is behind the Cononish gold and silver mine near Tyndrum, which lies in the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park.

Scotgold Resources gets £2.5m boost to support new drilling at Highland mine

The Highland Explorer carriages were introduced on the Glasgow-Oban line in 2021. Picture: John Devlin

Call for extra seats in under-used ScotRail cycle carriages to ease overcrowding

Locals have complained of smelling the eggy stink of hydrogen sulphide gas, which is 'toxic' and potentially 'explosive', wafting from the wrecked barge which is grounded close to homes on the shoreline at Reraig

Wrecked: 'Toxic' barge causing eggy stink and sealife death in Highland bay

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Deadly cladding was identified in the aftermath of the Grenfell Tower tragedy. Picture: PA

Minister must outline details of cladding deal with housebuilders in Holyrood

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is expected to announce the party's net zero energy strategy during a visit to Scotland's oil and gas heartland in Aberdeen next month. Picture: Robert Perry/PA

Labour plan to ban new North Sea oil and gas branded ‘pie in the sky’

Dunoon Grammar School has been hailed as a model for other schools (Picture: Dunoon Grammar School/PA Wire)

Why one secondary school is being hailed as a model for others