A clan tradition, (clan meaning close-knit interrelated families). Not a legal right, if you want to belong you can. Belonging is a start. Clan members are justly proud of their heritage and want to display their allegiance. An official structure, regulated by Scottish heraldry and coats of arms. Each year over 50,000 people from around the world meet in Edinburgh for the annual gathering of the Clans, parading down the Royal Mile.

Scottish history, from 10,000 BC there’s things to talk about. The Caledonians and the Picts drove the Roman’s out in the 2nd century resulting in Hadrian's Wall being erected, 60 km of a stone wall dividing Scotland and England. The Vikings from Norway and Denmark arrive in the 800’s. In 1040 Macbeth is King, any of you that studied Shakespeare might remember. William Wallace and Robert de Bruce and the struggle for Independence. Mary Queen of Scots, 6 days old when her father is killed in battle and she becomes Queen. Her son only 13 months when he succeeded to the throne. No! Mother is still alive. In 1603 he becomes King of England and Scotland, very complicated. More history with the Act of Union 1707, bringing England and Scotland together. The Battle of Culloden. The last battle fought on British soil.

The Highland Clearance.

The Age of Enlightenment. Philosophers, Scientists and Scholars that had an influence on shaping the modern world.

1800 Scotland is changing from rural to urban. Cities are developing, coal, iron mining, shipbuilding and textile industries are influencing Scotland's economy.

Sir Walter Scott, Robbie Burn’s are writing books and poetry. Today look at the global success J.K. Rowling in Edinburgh has had with Harry Potter. 

Parliament has returned to Edinburgh after almost 300 years. 

Music, Highland Games, education, employment and sport. 

 

Journey with us to Scotland, where the natural beauty simply dazzles, the echo of bagpipes can be heard across the glens and history uncovered in every turn. Discover new places together! Limited to 24 Guests.