South West school closures and rescues from flooding as Storm Chandra brings heavy rain and wind

A severe flood warning is in place in Devon, and a yellow warning for rain is in force across Devon and Cornwall.

The walk on the edge of Greater Manchester named among UK’s best for spring

Looking ahead to the arrival of spring in the coming weeks, The Independent has named five of the UK’s most beautiful walks ...
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Scotland once built 3,000 castles - now 1,500 are left to rot

Scotland once built an estimated 3,000 castles and fortified houses, born out of centuries of clan conflict, war, and territorial defense. Today, only about 1,500 still have physical remains, many ...
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The 5 most beautiful medieval castles to visit in Scotland – from the filming location of Highlander to the childhood home of Mary Queen of Scots

Scotland is the perfect destination for those who love castles and history. The country has plenty of both dotted around the ...

Take a look at the 10 locations topping this year's staycation charts

The dramatic landscapes of Scotland’s Highlands and Islands have climbed from 10th place last year to the top of the list ...

The Traitors season 4 fashion: Where can you buy all the iconic outfits?

The first moment that established this season's cast as the most fashionable we've seen so far in Ardross Castle was this rainbow cardigan that Jade wore in episode 4. It's the Colourful Colossal Knit ...

Robert Burns and Mary, Queen of Scots: how the poet shaped the enduring cultural legacy of the executed monarch

With his lament, Burns cemented Mary’s status as a tragic figure ripe for romantic literary representation. Burns’ work ...

Where is “The Traitors” filmed? All about the sinister Scottish castle (and whether the players sleep there)

The Traitors, Peacock’s acclaimed reality competition series, is filmed at Ardross Castle in Scotland. Located in the Scottish Highlands, the estate covers over 100 acres, featuring beautiful ...