Cairns of Scotland
The definition of a cairn is a group of stones that have been placed on top of one another to form a mound. This is a man made constructed by either a singular person or a group of people. The term is derived from the Scottish Gaelic word "carn".
Features - Editor - 16 April 2007
William Sharp - The Personality behind Fiona Macleod
Much is still uncertain and undiscovered about the Scottish writer, William Sharp. Born in Paisley on the 12th September 1855, William Sharp passed away on the 12th of December 1905. He was buried within Castello di Maniace in Sicily, Italy at fifty years old.
Features - Editor - 09 April 2007
The Central Scotland Horse Trials
The Central Scotland Horse Trials is a twice a year event which takes competitors through their paces at a tough and consistent level. The first event takes place every spring during the month of May.
Features - Editor - 26 March 2007
The Thistle of Scotland
When most people look at the Scottish emblem, it is not uncommon for them to wonder how such an insignificant plant made it to national emblem status. The thistle is also not the most attractive plant in Scotland, but what it is, is tough and extremely prickly. And just to add to confusion, exactly how the thistle came to be the national emblem, standing proudly next to the Scottish motto: “Nemo me impune lacessit”, meaning “No-one harms me without punishment”, depends on who you talk to.
Features - Editor - 19 March 2007
Maggie's Monster Bike and Hike
Every year during the month of May, the opportunity to take part in one of Scotland's biggest and most entertaining fundraising team challenges arises. Known as the Monster Bike and Hike, this 24 hour challenge takes place along the Great Glen Way in the Scottish Highlands. The various legs of the race are completed by different team members and the ultimate goal of the race it raise money and awareness of the plight of those struggling with cancer. The Monster Bike and Hike is seen as being one of the country's biggest outdoor charity challenge events and the proceeds from the event go a long way towards helping those who have cancer and who have to make use of Maggie's Centers.
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