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Pete Doherty signs a Glasgow prisoner to his record label

February 14, 2022 By Derek Leave a Comment

Recently, Pete Doherty of the Libertines went on Craig "Dave Lister" Charles' Radio 6 Music show and they talked for a bit about his new single "You Can't Keep It From Me Forever." But the most interesting part of the conversation came about 68 minutes into the program when they talked about something Doherty did at HM Prison Barlinnie in Glasgow last year: Namely, he … [Read more...] about Pete Doherty signs a Glasgow prisoner to his record label

Otherlands: an upcoming festival to be held at Scone Palace

January 12, 2022 By Derek Leave a Comment

A new music festival has just been announced. And, while it's frustrating that so little information has been made available, what we do know is starting to intrigue me. The crew behind the annual FLY open-air festival in Edinburgh has announced a new festival: Otherlands Music & Arts Festival. The Date: August 19-21 (assuming all goes well, Plague-wise). The Site: Scone … [Read more...] about Otherlands: an upcoming festival to be held at Scone Palace

Glasgow nightclub to be powered… by body heat?

November 15, 2021 By Derek Leave a Comment

Last Month, I talked about how Coldplay's doing everything they can to lower their carbon footprint on their tour for Music of the Spheres, including installing kinetic floor tiles to power the venue. Now, it looks like some of that tech is trickling down to smaller clubs. Case in point: Glasgow nightclub SWG3. Home to concerts and raves like … [Read more...] about Glasgow nightclub to be powered… by body heat?

Criminal Records: the record label based out of a prison

September 18, 2020 By Derek 1 Comment

As I write this, on the rare occasions I get out of the house, while driving, my Dad and I are listening to a big boxed set (technically, two JSP boxed sets) of recordings by Huddie "Lead Belly" Ledbetter. He was discovered in Louisiana's Angola State Penitentiary by John and Alan Lomax while scouting for some interesting folk music. They found a man with a 12-string guitar, a … [Read more...] about Criminal Records: the record label based out of a prison

Top 10 UK: Top Ten Things to Do in the Shetland Islands

September 6, 2020 By John Rabon Leave a Comment

Known for more than just a crime drama series, Shetland (also referred to as the Shetland Islands) is an archipelago north of mainland Scotland.  Modern settlement of the islands began around the 8th Century due to Viking expansion, and eventually, the islands were absorbed into the Kingdom of Scotland.  Today the islands are known for their beauty, textiles, and a breed of … [Read more...] about Top 10 UK: Top Ten Things to Do in the Shetland Islands

Top 10 Britain: Top Ten Things to Do in Perth, Scotland

June 2, 2020 By John Rabon 1 Comment

No no, not Australia, the one in Scotland.  Just north of Edinburgh and sitting on the banks of the River Tay, Perth was once known as St. John’s Toun or Johnstoun before the name “Perth Shire” for the area saw more common usage and the “shire” part of the name was dropped.  After Sir Walter Scott wrote a story called “Fair Maid of Perth”, this bustling metropolis earned the … [Read more...] about Top 10 Britain: Top Ten Things to Do in Perth, Scotland

10 Interesting Facts and Figures About the Castle of Mey – The Queen Mother’s Scottish Castle

November 11, 2019 By Jonathan 1 Comment

The Castle of Mey Scotland

On our drive from Land's End to John O'Groats last year, one of our final stops was Castle of Mey in Caithness (in fact it's what we did after going to John O'Groats). Castle of Mey was the Queen Mother's private Scottish castle, which she bought after the death of her husband King George VI. The castle is not a grand home, it’s compact but classy and it’s a very intimate … [Read more...] about 10 Interesting Facts and Figures About the Castle of Mey – The Queen Mother’s Scottish Castle

Top 10 Britain: Top Ten Things to Do in Aberdeen, Scotland

October 15, 2019 By John Rabon Leave a Comment

Often overlooked in favor of Edinburgh or Glasgow, Aberdeen is Scotland’s third-most populous city with about 196,000 people.  What’s more, people have called Aberdeen home for over 8,000 years and the city was given its first charter in 1179 AD by the Scottish King William I.  Since that time, the city has experienced war, industry, depression, and resurgence.  Today, Aberdeen … [Read more...] about Top 10 Britain: Top Ten Things to Do in Aberdeen, Scotland

Top 10 Britain: Top Ten Things to See and Do in Inverness, Scotland

June 21, 2019 By John Rabon 1 Comment

Known as “The Mouth of the River Ness”, the City of Inverness Scotland is a lovely place to visit not just for its connection to the river, but for the many things to do in the area.  Ancient castles, epic battlefields, mysterious creatures, and great shopping are only some of what you can experience while visiting Inverness.  While you may need to venture out to find some of … [Read more...] about Top 10 Britain: Top Ten Things to See and Do in Inverness, Scotland

What’s On Around Britain in April 2019 – Easter Celebrations, St George’s Day, Queen’s Birthday, Flower and Garden Shows and More!

April 1, 2019 By Laura 2 Comments

Manchester St George's Day Parade

I hope you enjoyed the March 2019 recommendations as I've got plenty more ideas for April. There's so much to see and do, we hope you can incorporate some of these into your upcoming trips (or plan for next year)! This month moves us properly into spring so nature is bringing us more colourful flowers and those well known 'April showers' will keep them well watered. Easter is … [Read more...] about What’s On Around Britain in April 2019 – Easter Celebrations, St George’s Day, Queen’s Birthday, Flower and Garden Shows and More!

Anglophile Life: A Lament for Ackergill Castle, Fanny’s Your Aunt, Best Place to Live, The Abuse of the Duchesses, What I read and Watched

February 2, 2019 By Jonathan 7 Comments

In this week's column, I write about the sad news that Ackergill Tower is now closed to paying guests, an amusing transatlantic British slang snafu, the abuse the Duchesses of Cambridge and Sussex are getting on social media plus what I read and watched this past week. This is now the fifth edition of Anglophile Life, have you enjoyed it so far? Please leave a comment if you … [Read more...] about Anglophile Life: A Lament for Ackergill Castle, Fanny’s Your Aunt, Best Place to Live, The Abuse of the Duchesses, What I read and Watched

Great British Buildings – The Palace of Holyrood House in Edinburgh

January 2, 2019 By John Rabon Leave a Comment

Counting among Queen Elizabeth II’s many royal residences, the Palace of Holyrood House (also called Holyrood Palace) is the monarch’s home when she visits Edinburgh.  Of course, long before it was the home of a British monarch, it was the palace of the kings and queens of Scotland going back to the 16th Century.  What’s more, located at the other end of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile … [Read more...] about Great British Buildings – The Palace of Holyrood House in Edinburgh

Top Ten Britain: Top 10 Things to See and Do in Glasgow

June 11, 2018 By John Rabon Leave a Comment

Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city, so you can believe that it has plenty to offer.  The city has had an interesting history as it has been settled by ancient peoples, Romans, Celts, and more.  Glasgow has been a major shipping port, shipbuilding center, and industrial hub for Scotland, and today it celebrates that history while finding new ways to distinguish itself in the … [Read more...] about Top Ten Britain: Top 10 Things to See and Do in Glasgow

Guest Post: Top Ten Tips for a Driving Tour in the Scottish Highlands, by adeo Travel

September 26, 2017 By Jonathan Leave a Comment

Written by Darryl Walters, Product Manager at adeo Travel, Britain. I recently attended an annual travel conference in Glasgow, Scotland; the contracting, logistics and financials of the travel industry aren’t incredibly glamourous but one of the great advantages of working in travel is that when we do attend such events, it makes sense to take the opportunity to get out and … [Read more...] about Guest Post: Top Ten Tips for a Driving Tour in the Scottish Highlands, by adeo Travel

One Anglophile’s Take on T2: Trainspotting

August 7, 2017 By Derek 2 Comments

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EsozpEE543w Well, this took a lot longer than expected, didn't it? This requires some explanation. And if it doesn't, it'll at least feel good to vent about the whole situation. You see, when I wrote my original Trainspotting review, I wrote it knowing that the sequel had already been released in England (and, indeed, was winding down its … [Read more...] about One Anglophile’s Take on T2: Trainspotting

Ten Interesting Facts about Her Majesty’s Yacht Britannia

July 26, 2016 By John Rabon 2 Comments

In service to Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II from 1953 until 1997, HMY Britannia was the royal yacht and the second to bear the name.  Since it’s retirement from service, it has been moored at Ocean Terminal, Leith, in Edinburgh where it is a major tourist attraction for the Scottish city.  It’s forty-four-year service time and nearly twenty years as a living exhibit have … [Read more...] about Ten Interesting Facts about Her Majesty’s Yacht Britannia

Telly Travels: Ten Places to Visit from Hit Show Outlander

July 14, 2016 By John Rabon Leave a Comment

Based on the novel series by Diana Galdabon, the Starz programme from Ronald D. Moore finds 1945 nurse Claire Randall transported back to 1743 Scotland during the Jacobite Uprisings.  Claire falls in love with a Highlander named Jamie Frasier and attempts to prevent the rebellion.  As one might imagine, a heavy amount of the show takes places in Scotland and is full of … [Read more...] about Telly Travels: Ten Places to Visit from Hit Show Outlander

Lost in the Pond: 11 American States that Are Larger than the UK

May 24, 2016 By Laurence Brown 2 Comments

Your favourite British host, Laurence Brown, reveals 11 American states that are bigger than England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland combined. But which ones made the list? … [Read more...] about Lost in the Pond: 11 American States that Are Larger than the UK

The Travel Fiver: Five Things to Do in Glasgow Scotland

April 5, 2016 By John Rabon 1 Comment

Settlements in Glasgow date back to before Roman times and over the centuries, the City of Glasgow has cemented itself as a powerhouse for industry and trade.  As such, the Great Depression hit the city worse than other parts of Britain, but Glasgow ultimately recovered and currently possesses the largest economy in Scotland.  Today, Glasgow is a city of culture, due in part to … [Read more...] about The Travel Fiver: Five Things to Do in Glasgow Scotland

The hunt for the Scottish Barry Manilow

March 28, 2016 By Derek 1 Comment

When Steven Worbey got into an Edinburgh cab one January night, he expected the basics of the British Cabbie experience, a middle-aged man with an encyclopedic knowledge of the geography of the city and likely some very abrasive views on modern culture. But something happened that he didn't expect: he started singing a Barry Manilow song, and very well at that. When he heard … [Read more...] about The hunt for the Scottish Barry Manilow

Great British Buildings – Edinburgh Castle in Scotland

January 13, 2016 By John Rabon

Long the symbol of power for the Kings and Queens of Scotland, Edinburgh Castle sits at the highest point of the city, a position that, at its construction was both a great defensive position and forcing others to look up to the crown.  The reason for the castle’s high position is that Castle Rock is the plug of a long-extinct volcano that hasn’t been active for over 340 … [Read more...] about Great British Buildings – Edinburgh Castle in Scotland

The Caledonia Fiver: Top Five Romantic Ruins in Scotland To Visit On Your Next Trip

November 6, 2015 By John Rabon

No matter where you go in Britain, you can find testaments to Britain’s past.  In Scotland, ancient churches and castles, long-abandoned, provide a romantic backdrop for tourists and residents alike.  From the courts of the Scottish kings to the cloisters once inhabited by monks, there are plenty of fantastic ruins to visit in Scotland whether you’re traveling with a new love … [Read more...] about The Caledonia Fiver: Top Five Romantic Ruins in Scotland To Visit On Your Next Trip

Paranormal Britain 2015: Ghosts, Haunted Houses, Monster Clowns and Death Cafes

November 2, 2015 By Derek

As I write this column, All Hallows' Eve is approaching. And, since a recent poll has shown that 68% of Britons claim to have personally experienced the supernatural, it only stands to reason that there are some interesting stories that have come in just in time for this year's Halloween. Clown Girl stalks Kent's schoolchildren. As those of us who remember the days when I … [Read more...] about Paranormal Britain 2015: Ghosts, Haunted Houses, Monster Clowns and Death Cafes

Great British Houses: Abbotsford – The Ancestral Home of Sir Walter Scott

September 18, 2015 By Toni Ford

The ancestral home of Scotland’s most famous literary son, Sir Walter Scott, Abbotsford is a popular tourist attraction in the Scottish borders. Abbotsford grew from humble beginnings into a grand, romantic mansion, an icon of 19th century Scottish Baronial architecture. Once Sir Walter Scott’s most cherished possession, his ‘conundrum castle’, Abbotsford is now a museum and … [Read more...] about Great British Houses: Abbotsford – The Ancestral Home of Sir Walter Scott

Weird Britain: When Gulls Attack!

August 6, 2015 By Derek

I just got back from a two week vacation in Door County, Wisconsin, a little part of the Midwest that's largely surrounded by water. For most of the two weeks, I was much less than a mile away from the water, whether it was Lake Michigan or Green Bay. I saw quite a few seagulls near the shore, but didn't get hassled by any of them. Honestly, I wouldn't think that this would … [Read more...] about Weird Britain: When Gulls Attack!

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