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The Great Selkirk Haggis Hunt
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What will become of Selkirk Hill in 2021 without the annual haggis hunt? Without the families of Border towns sending their bravest to hunt down the little creatures, might the haggis' (or haggae?) overrun the inclines of Selkirk.
What to Wear to a Burns Supper
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The end of January in Scotland marks Burns Night. This day is always celebrated with a Burns supper on or near the 25th of January. Often times they are formal events, but of course they can be casual celebrations amongst friends. Sometimes these events are for men only, and sometimes they are mixed in which case they finish the night with a ceilidh. So, deciding what to wear can sometimes be a bit confusing. Most dinners do not require you to wear tartan, but it is so much more fun to join in if you do.
Hogmanay in 2020 Scotland? A Guide
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Every 31st December, the world prepares to ring in the new year, but none do this quite like the Scots. Hogmanay celebrations are not even limited to New Year's Eve, because both 1st January and 2nd January are Bank Holidays
Get Yer Kilt on for St Andrews Day !
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Scots across the world will soon be celebrating St Andrews Day with good cheer and hospitality. Read on to get ideas of how to enjoy it this year.
Halloween Traditions in Scotland
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Many of the Halloween traditions today can be traced back to the Celt’s and their ancient festival of Samhain. Read on to find out more ...