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Wee Jock's Discover Scotland Blog
Welcome. In ye come and make yourself at home.
 Wee Jock's Discover Scotland Blog will keep you updated with any new pages added to the website. If an existing page appears here, then a significant change has been made to that page. My Scotland Newsletter will keep you right up to date with the latest news and any other changes to the site.
You can also keep in touch with what's happening in Scotland.
With a full programme of Events, Theatre and Sports, Outdoor Activities, and anything else of interest, that's usually quite a lot, so please return to see whats new, you're always welcome. You can add this page to your favourites or even better, subscribe to the RSS feeds on the left. If you need to learn more about RSS, just click on the orange "RSS" button.
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Remember, 2009 is the year of Homecoming Scotland
Jun 30, 2009, Buy Tickets For Scotland Concerts, Theatre, Sports and Events
Buy tickets for Scotland concerts & theatre, The diversity of music in Scotland offers something for everyone, and Scottish theatre is also thriving, having shaken off the cobwebs of the old days.
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Jun 30, 2009, Special Offers on Hotels & Shows
Special offers with good discounts on hotel plus show combined packages, or hotel only.
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Jun 30, 2009, My Scotland Newsletter
There is no subscription required for My Scotland Newsletter and I don't need your email address. If I need to tell you about anything, it'll be on this page.
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Jun 13, 2009, Your Sayings
Your Sayings, submitted by visitors. Wee deoch an doris, braw bricht moonlicht nicht.
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May 29, 2009, Discover Scotland Tours
7% Discount on Tours Until 30th June 2009
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May 27, 2009, Old Scottish Sayings
Here we take a look at a mixture of some of the old Scottish sayings, some that are not so old, and some Scottish slang words.
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May 10, 2009, My Moan - Have A Whinge
My Moan, where you can not only have your say, you can have a right old whinge.
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Apr 27, 2009, Proud To Be Scottish, by Matt Elliott from Sydney
Proud to be Scottish, even though I was born in Canada
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Apr 16, 2009, Scotland Events May 2009
Scotland Events May 2009. Highlights of the month include the Aviemore and Cairngorms Walking and Mountain Festival, the Edinburgh Marathon, and the Dumfries & Galloway Arts Festival.
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Apr 16, 2009, Irvine Beach Festival Cancelled.
Organisers have pulled the plug on the Homecoming event, scheduled for 2nd & 3rd May ......
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Mar 16, 2009, Best Scotland Day Trips
My selected Scotland day trips feature some of the best places to go and things to do, ideal for families visiting and residents of Scotland.
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Mar 16, 2009, More Special Offers
Great deals available for the Edinburgh Military Tattoo. 1, 2 and 3 night ticket and hotel packages.
Open Golf Championships 2 all day tickets plus hotel.
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Mar 10, 2009, Scotland Whisky Tours May 2009
These Scotland whisky tours are just a small 'taster' of what's on offer during the Homecoming Scotland year celebrations.
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Feb 19, 2009, Famous Scots Past & Present
Famous Scots. Scotland, small as we are, has produced a fair amount of exceptional people who have excelled in their chosen field, and become famous.
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Feb 16, 2009, T in the Park
Our most famous music festival, T in the Park is on from 9th - 12th July, 2009.
Confirmed acts for this years event include Razorlight, Snow Patrol, and Kings of Leon. Tickets will go fast for this magical festival.
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Feb 15, 2009, I Enjoyed Your Site
Hi John, I have to say how much I enjoyed your site. I'm an ex-pat living in Ontario for the past 34 years, and I .....
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Feb 6, 2009, Extreme Sport In Scotland
Extreme Sport in Scotland. Kitesurfing, Ice Climbing, Snowboarding, Quad Biking, Canyoning, Sphereing and Powerboating.
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Jan 19, 2009, Valentine's Day Breaks
Valentine’s Day falls on a Saturday this year so why not impress your loved one with a Valentine’s treat.
How about one night in Inverness with chocolates, flowers, and a bottle of wine with dinner from just £39.50 per person?
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Jan 6, 2009, Do You Have Scottish Ancestry?
It is estimated that over 85 Million people worldwide claim to have Scottish Ancestry. So where do you begin your search to trace your ancestors?
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Jan 6, 2009, Scotland Events October 2009
Scotland Events October 2009. Highlights of the month include the Enchanted Forest, Cowalfest, and the Royal National Mod.
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Jan 6, 2009, Scotland Events September 2009
Scotland Events September 2009. Highlights of the month include the Braemar Gathering and the Scottish Book Town Festival.
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Jan 5, 2009, Scotland Events June 2009
Scotland Events June 2009, Highlights of the month include the Edinburgh International Film Festival and the Glasgow International Jazz Festival
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Jan 2, 2009, Scotland Events August 2009
Scotland Events August 2009, Highlights of the month include the Edinburgh Military Tattoo, and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival
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Jan 2, 2009, Scotland Events July 2009
Scotland Events July 2009. Highlights of the month include the Barclays Scottish Open and T in the Park.
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Dec 26, 2008, Scotland Music Festivals
Links to Scotland music festivals 2009. From traditional Celtic music to Rock, Pop and Classical.
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Dec 25, 2008, Scotland Events January 2009
Scotland Events January 2009. Highlights of the month include Celtic Connections, Dine Around Edinburgh, and the official start of Homecoming Scotland.
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Dec 24, 2008, Scotland Events April 2009
Scotland Events April 2009, Highlights of the month include the Edinburgh International Science Festival
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Dec 24, 2008, Scotland Events February 2009
Scotland Events February 2009. Highlights of the month include the Glasgow Film Festival and the Scottish Caravan and Outdoor Leisure Show
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Dec 24, 2008, Scotland Events March 2009
Scotland Events March 2009, Highlights of the month include the Girvan Cycle Race and the Fort William Mountain Festival.
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Dec 14, 2008, Scottish Highland Games Calendar
Scottish Highland Games Calendar 2009. Must-see events for any visitor, combining a cultural treat and a fun day out for all the family.
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Dec 14, 2008, Scotland Walking Events and Festivals
Scotland walking events and festivals. Enjoy the best of walking in Scotland with coastal and woodland walks, and routes to suit experienced walkers or beginners.
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Dec 14, 2008, Scotland Cycling Events
Scotland cycling events 2009 calendar. With the increasing popularity of cycling in Scotland, there are now some very good facilities, and with them lots of really good cycling events.
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Nov 26, 2008, Golfing In Scotland Tours & Courses
Golfing in Scotland tours and courses. The finest and most famous golf courses and excellent resort accommodation.
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Nov 26, 2008, Best Scotland Trips
Everything you need for planning the best Scotland trips is right here with my recommended places to see on holidays, day trips and tours
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Nov 23, 2008, Music, Theatre and Sports
Check December List and Buy Tickets For Scotland Concerts, Theatre, Sports and Events.
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Nov 19, 2008, Old Scottish Sayings
This is where you can have a look at some of our fine old Scottish sayings that go back not only to grandma's day, but for generations beyond.
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Nov 7, 2008, Scotland Events 2009
Scotland Events 2009. There's always something happening in Scotland. Check event listings by month, and get an introduction to some of our most popular major events.
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Nov 4, 2008, Scotland Events December
Scotland Events December 2008. Highlights of the month include Edinburgh's Christmas, the Loch Ness Hogmanay festival and of course the famous Edinburgh Hogmanay Party.
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Oct 21, 2008, Buy Tickets Update
There are some great concerts coming up in November including :
Oasis, Katie Melua, Razorlight and Scouting For Girls.
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Oct 17, 2008, Scotland Outdoor Activities
Aaaaaah ..... The magic of Scotland outdoor activities. With excellent terrain, great fishing, golf and wildlife, a fabulous network of cycle tracks, and the most enchanting woodland walks ....
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