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To this day, the Highland Clearances historical event generates emotion and sadness in Scottish people. This dramatic event saw Scottish people being forcibly removed from the land they had resided on for generations. In this blog, we will discuss the impact of the Highland Clearances and its effect on modern...

It is estimated that over 40 million people worldwide have some ancestral roots in Scotland. While many people will have connections to commonfolk, a small percentage of people may have noble, or even royal, blood. In this blog, we will discuss how to track your lineage through the past centuries...

One of Scotland’s greatest traditions is the Highland Games. Taking place between May and October each year, the games were once a way to test warrior strength. Today, the games are purely for entertainment, and they draw Scots and tourists alike. In this blog, we’ll explore the history and events...

Just like every nation, the surnames that have their roots in Scotland are influenced by the history, culture and landscape of the country. Over time, some surnames have become very rare for a variety of reasons. In this blog, we’ll discuss the origins of Scottish names and highlight some of...

Have you ever wondered whether you have roots in Scotland that you don’t know about? Many of us have a mixed heritage with ties to a number of countries and cultures. Over 40 million people on earth have some degree of Scottish ancestry or other roots or connection to the...

If you’re planning to visit your Scotland Titles plot, then what a wonderful adventure you have ahead of you! However, staying ahead of the game when it comes to packing will help make the most of your trip, because the Scottish trails and weather conditions like to make it tricky...