Scotland

A collection of 16 places curated by Siobhan

Places in this collection

  1. Tide Line Cellardyke

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    68PJ+6W, Anstruther KY10 3JR, United Kingdom

    Stone pathway hidden under the sea, only revealing itself during low tide, unveiling a sculpture created by artist Julie Brooke and the local community. You can walk across on the Fife Coastal Path, starting from the Cellardyke Tidal Pool

    Tide Line CellardykeView on Google Maps

  2. The Viking Unst Project

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    Unst, Shetland ZE2 9ED, United Kingdom

    Full size replica ship and reconstructed Viking longhouse that you can enter revealing traditional Norse craftsmanship

    The Viking Unst ProjectView on Google Maps

  3. Peterhead Prison Museum

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    South Rd, Peterhead AB42 2ZX, United Kingdom

    Scotland's most notorious jail turned museum, nicknamed Scotland's Alcatraz, walk at your own pace with a headset and map, join one of the tours at the weekends, cafe with views of the crashing waves

    Peterhead Prison MuseumView on Google Maps

  4. Neidpath Tunnel

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    S Parks, Peebles EH45 9ED, United Kingdom

    Abandoned train tunnel used in World War 2, half a mile long in complete darkness. Torch required.

    Neidpath TunnelView on Google Maps

  5. Forvie Sands Nature Reserve

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    Forvie, Collieston, Ellon AB41 8RU, United Kingdom

    Desert-like landscape with shifting sands, a lost village buried beneath, and the ruins of an ancient church. A two-hour circular walk through trees and sand dunes. A haven for wildlife, but take extra care from April to August to protect breeding birds and seals.

    Forvie Sands Nature ReserveView on Google Maps

  6. Culross

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    Dunfermline, UK

    Coastal village that feels like a different time with cobblestone streets and a network of lanes. Features a bright yellow palace with a stunning garden and an outdoor cafe.

    CulrossView on Google Maps

  7. Maeshowe Chambered Cairn

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    Maes Howe, Stoneyhill Rd, Stromness KW16 3HQ, United Kingdom

    Ancient tomb built five millennia ago with Viking graffiti, accessible by guided tours through a softly lit tunnel, revealing a stone chamber with symbols and cryptic messages.

    Maeshowe Chambered CairnView on Google Maps

  8. Crawick Multiverse

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    B740, Sanquhar DG4 6EG, United Kingdom

    55 Acre trail representing the theories and discoveries of the universe. It takes just over an hour to complete this walk and you get a wee map to explore the different cosmological landmarks. Be sure to claim the highest point to get incredible views of the whole landscape.

    Crawick MultiverseView on Google Maps

  9. Dumbarton Castle

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    Castle Rd, Dumbarton G82 1JJ, United Kingdom

    Castle situated on Dumbarton Rock, open during the winter months, 557 steps to the summit, panoramic views of the surrounding areas, including the River Clyde. Features a magazine, French prison, and towers.

    Dumbarton CastleView on Google Maps

  10. Staffa National Nature Reserve - Fingal's Cave (National Trust for Scotland)

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    Isle of Staffa, United Kingdom

    Giant sea cave surrounded by hexagonal columns shaped by ancient lava, accessible by boat trip from Mull

    Staffa National Nature Reserve - Fingal's Cave (National Trust for Scotland)View on Google Maps

  11. Craigmillar Castle

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    Craigmillar Castle Rd, Edinburgh EH16 4SY, UK

    Medieval castle, one of the best preserved in Scotland. Used as Ordsmoor Prison in Outlander and in the Netflix movie Outlaw King. Associated with Mary, Queen of Scots. Agnes Samson was accused of placing a charmed wax image in the dovecot here.

    Craigmillar CastleView on Google Maps

  12. Cramond Island

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    EH4 6NU, UK

    Concrete path hidden beneath the sea that appears twice per day leading to an island where you will discover old military buildings, ruins reclaimed by nature and breathtaking views of the surrounding areas, cross the causeway two hours before low tide, walking along a lane of concrete pillars during the safe times that are found online

    Cramond IslandView on Google Maps

  13. Touchstone Maze ( Parking at Blackmuir woods )

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    Strathpeffer IV14 9BJ, United Kingdom

    Labyrinth of ancient rocks sourced from across the Highlands and placed in 1995, oldest rock type in Britain, pre dating animal life on planet earth. The trail takes around 30 minutes.

    Touchstone Maze ( Parking at Blackmuir woods )View on Google Maps

  14. Gateway

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    Edinburgh EH12 9GF, United Kingdom

    Unique outdoor swimming pool made up of over 11,000 hand painted Portuguese tiles providing a rare experience, within the grounds of Jupiter Artland

    GatewayView on Google Maps

  15. Gearrannan Blackhouse Village

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    5A Garenin, Isle of Lewis HS2 9AL, UK

    Old village frozen in time on the coast of an island acting as a living museum

    Gearrannan Blackhouse VillageView on Google Maps

  16. Whaligoe Steps

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    Whaligoe, Lybster KW2 6AA, United Kingdom

    Staircase on the side of a cliff made up of 365 stone steps that zigzag down to what used to be an old harbour

    Whaligoe StepsView on Google Maps