Local Areas

Picture Credit: Brian M Forbes

Auchterarder – home of Duchally Country Estate

Auchterarder’s medieval origins are said to spring from a love of hunting when Malcolm Ceannmor arrived from Dunfermline to visit the Strathearn area. He subsequently built a small castle which was used as a hunting lodge, the remains of which [...]

Brave – New Movie to Boost Scottish Tourism

Brave – New Movie to Boost Scottish Tourism

Scottish tourism is about to be promoted on the back of a new Disney/Pixar animated film set in the Highlands. Called “Brave” the film is based on a fairy tale and features voice performances from a host of Scottish stars, [...]

The Eden Project – 10 Years Old and Still Growing

The Eden Project – 10 Years Old and Still Growing

The Eden Project, the world’s first “eco-theme park” is celebrating its 10th birthday this year. The Project has been an outstanding success and since 2001 the biomes (giant bubble-like greenhouses) have become an established landmark and international visitor attraction for [...]