Bothwell Castle, perched above the River Clyde in South Lanarkshire, is one of Scotland’s largest and finest 13th-century castles. Its impressive red sandstone ruins, surrounded by lush greenery, offer a captivating blend of history and natural beauty. Perfect for a family day out, Bothwell Castle provides ample opportunities for children to explore, learn, and imagine …
Doune Castle is a 14th Century castle located in the Scottish town of Doune, in the Stirling district of central Scotland. The castle is situated on a wooded hillock above the River Teith, at the gateway to the Highlands. Built for the Regent Albany, its most glorious feature is the 100ft high gatehouse. Doune Castle …
Abbotsford House is the home of Scottish author Sir Walter Scott, and it’s a must-visit for anyone interested in Scottish history. Abbotsford is located just outside Melrose in the Scottish Borders. A visit to Abbotsford House will take you back in time, but it’s also educational, giving kids the opportunity to explore this iconic writer’s …
Every year, an outstanding jousting tournament is held on the grounds of Linlithgow Palace, a well-reputed public park. You can hear the hooves of the horses and the shouts of the audience as you watch them on horseback. The jousting tournament features riders galloping across a field toward each other, attempting to strike each other …
Finding child-friendly walks in East Lothian is always a must when we head to the county. Being an outdoor family and having 2 active dogs it is always nice to go explore new places as a family. We have been exploring East Lothian a lot more recently and we decided to park at Thorntonloch caravan …
The ruins of Tantallon Castle near North Berwick are stunning. This medieval castle is perched on a rocky outcrop and surrounded by the North Sea. On a nice day, the views are beautiful but it is best to be prepared for the wind to whip around your face when you visit. With it being such …
How about this? A day out for the whole family in Edinburgh! You could head to East Links Family Park, near Edinburgh. The park offers plenty of fun things to do for all ages including a kids area with lots of room for running around. Plus, you can enjoy food and drink from the onsite …
I have written about Blair Drummond a few times now, one being about the Big Spring Fling event and the other being my main review of Blair Drummond Safari Park as a must place to go for a family day out. However, I thought it was important to update about how Blair Drummond Safari Park …
