Located a half-hour drive northwest of Edinburgh, across the Firth of Forth, is the perfectly preserved village of Culross (pronounced coo-ross). While now a quiet village with a population in the hundreds, Culross was once a wealthy and bustling pre-industrial town. And thanks to its unwillingness to move with the tides of time, Culross remains …
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Standing proud on Scotland’s west coast—just an hour’s drive south from Glasgow—is the majestic Culzean Castle. A jewel of Ayrshire, this perfectly-preserved 18th century castle is an awe-inspiring place to explore when you visit Scotland. With a rich history, wide open grounds to explore, and regal interiors to wander, this is one of the most …
The best history books are ones which manage to captivate the reader, either through their subject matter or their presentation. Many of the best history books present us with an almost novel-like narrative that envelops us and hits us with revelations, reminiscent of those found in a drama or a thriller. Others are simply so …
As one of the oldest and most architecturally beautiful little cities in the UK. Bath is a favourite place to visit amongst bookworms and culture seekers. The city of Bath has a museum dedicated to Jane Austen (with a gift shop and tearoom), the historic Roman baths which gave the town its name, the magnificent …
With Glasgow being a big, loud city — a place of art, culture, and style — it’s no surprise that the best tattoo shops in Glasgow represent the peak of art and artistry in Scotland. The tattoo artists of Glasgow are varied, with broad imaginations and incredible skill. They’re leading the charge when it comes …
The landscape of British tattooing has been changing for the better constantly over the past few decades. More and more Brits are getting tattooed by the kind of talent that has never even existed until now. Whatever style of art you personally enjoy, be it watercolour, oils, surrealism, geometry, cartoons, calligraphy, or Japanese anime, all …
The UK’s diverse culture is reflected in its patchwork cuisine. British recipes incorporate various styles and ingredients from the four nations that comprise the United Kingdom, as well as the country’s diverse immigrant culture. These unique British cookbooks offer an experience deeper than cooking. Not only will you enjoy creating various British snacks, meals, desserts, …
When we hear tales of myths and folklore, we often think of Norse and Greek mythology. But British folklore, legends, and myth are nothing short of enchanting. In our list of British books, you’ll discover folktales, meet mystical creatures, learn British songs, and more. Take a journey through wooded forests, mystical places, and beautiful countrysides. …
Bath is one of the oldest cities in the UK. But, unlike many other ancient cities, it almost completely retains that unique historical beauty. A Bath day trip is enough to see this beauty for yourself, given Bath’s compact size and the fact that every street — long and narrow — is spilling over with …
Do you have a favourite go-to treat? Delicious snacks are enjoyed all over the world! But, changing it up and trying snacks from other places can be an exciting way to dive into another culture and change things up. British snacks, in particular, are a world unto themselves. We know that the British love their fish …