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Codebreakers crack secrets of Mary Queen of Scots’ lost letters

The letters date from 1578 to 1584, a few years before Mary’s beheading 436 years ago.

The Independent UK

The ghosts in Scotland that 'emerge every February' after they were massacred

On one night in February, the ghosts of 38 Scots who were mercilessly slaughtered in 1692 are said to appear in the Highlands and re-enact the massacre on its anniversary.

Daily Record

Plans floated for protected Loch Leven wild swimming hotspot

ONE of Scotland’s most famous freshwater lochs could become a protected wild swimming hotspot if a bid by the Scottish Greens to see it given…

The National (Scotland)

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The historic castle Mary Queen of Scots fled to can be rented out this winter

Those looking for a truly luxurious winter getaway can rent out an entire castle that sleeps 26 guests, which counts Mary Queen of Scots among its most famous residents.

Daily Record

Scotland's funniest gritter names as snow ploughs hit the roads amid blizzard

Scotland is known for its hilariously named fleet of gritters, featuring the likes of Sleetwood Mac and Gonnae Snow Dae That.

Daily Record

Mary review – Douglas Henshall’s courtier defends a Queen in quick-fire debate

Rona Munro’s engaging debate drama has some thrilling exchanges as three characters argue the case for and against Mary Queen of Scots

The Guardian - UK

What ER stands for as it is set to be changed to CR following Queen's death

It is seen on postboxes and police helmets

Nottingham Post

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Watch Queen's funeral live: Nation comes to standstill to pay respects

The Queen's funeral at Westminster Abbey is expected to be the world's most watched broadcast of all time as up to 4.1 billion people tune in to watch the hour-long ceremony, which is due to start at 11am

Daily Mirror

Queen of the Fight: the royally revelatory drama about James IV’s court

After her gripping trilogy The James Plays, Rona Munro continues her ambitious series on Scottish history with a saga about power and race in the 16th century

The Guardian - UK

Queen Elizabeth makes her final journey through Edinburgh as King Charles walks behind

It was a simple ceremony on a royal road but emotions were high as Scots farewelled their Queen.

ABC News

With sorrow and song, Scotland bids emotional farewell to ‘our Queen’

Service of thanksgiving at St Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh pulses with history as nation pays its respects

The Guardian - UK

Castle linked to Mary Queen of Scots transformed into home on sale for £625,000

Powrie Castle in Scotland, which has been converted into a home, has gone on sale for less than the average semi -detached house in London with estate agents expecting it to attract international interest

Daily Mirror

Castle linked to Mary Queen of Scots goes on sale as home for £625,000

Powrie Castle has hit the market for £625,000 having undergone three decades of renovation.

Daily Record

Mary Queen of Scots castle on sale for cheaper than a London semi

Powrie Castle has a monument on its grounds called The Keep, dating as far back as the 16th Century

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Daily Record

Outlander filming locations: The story behind Falkland Palace

The Palace was used to film season 2's 'The Hail Mary' episode.

The National (Scotland)

Mary, Queen of Scots and her embroidery which appeared in a trial for treason

IN 1572, an embroidered cushion was cited as evidence in a trial of treason against Elizabeth I of England. Still in existence, it displays a…

The Guardian - UK

Country diary: The many ghosts of Carberry Hill

Queen Mary’s Mount, East Lothian: It is nearly 500 years since Mary, Queen of Scots surrendered here. Did she, like me, see herb robert on the way up?

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh to host a floral show with Mary Queen of Scots and others made of flowers

Bespoke floral show Fleurs de Villes is coming to St James Quarter on Friday, June 24 and will display flower figures of some of the most influential women of Scotland.

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Daily Mirror

Sandringham 'poltergeists' and other ghosts said to haunt Queen's royal residences

A number of ghosts are said to wander the halls of Her Majesty the Queen's royal residences, here's we've taken a look at some of the spookiest instances and occurrences that have taken place

Glasgow Live

Charting Mary Queen of Scots' last week in Scotland before the Battle of Langside

The Battle of Langside took place 454 years ago today - and saw one of Scotland's most famous historical figures defeated on the site many of you will know and love today.

Daily Record

Eight of Scotland's oldest pubs - but which has the strongest claim?

At the heart of many a Scottish community, pubs have been important to Scottish culture for centuries - but which is the oldest.

Daily Record

The little known Fife town which doubled as Inverness in Outlander and was the setting for Jamie's Ghost appearance

The first conservation village in Scotland, Falkland was even said to be a favourite haunt of Mary Queen of Scots.

Daily Record

Mary Queen of Scots: A look back at how Scotland's most famous queen met her end 435 years ago

February 8 marks the anniversary of the Scottish Queen's execution in 1587.

The Independent UK

Letter written by Mary Queen of Scots sells for £32,500 at auction

The Queen wrote the letter to the French ambassador while she was imprisoned in Carlisle Castle in 1568.

Daily Record

Mary Queen of Scots letter to French ambassador in England to be auctioned next week

Lyon and Turnbull will auction the one-of-a-kind letter, estimated to raise £14,000-£18,000, on Wednesday February 2.

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