Monthly Archives: February 2010

Cool Camping: Scotland

Posted on February 17, 2010 by Suse Coon

This series has to be one of the most beautifully photographed camping guides ever. The updated for 2010 Cool Camping Scotland makes a fantastic and inspiring coffee table guide which is ideal for the new staycationers who are rediscovering their … Continue reading →

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Edinburgh, A History of the City

Posted on February 15, 2010 by Alex Wood

Michael Fry, whose previous publication, The Scottish Empire, illustrated Scotland’s role in the British Empire, and who was a committed Unionist, has now moved to a more local stage, having joined the SNP and written Edinburgh, A History of the … Continue reading →

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Coal, Black Gold from the Past

Posted on February 8, 2010 by Winston C Irvine

In normal circumstances, coal means instant warmth – just add firelighters and strike a match. However, in this day and age, coal is becoming the black gold of the past.

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Forth Replacement Crossing – Plus

Posted on February 8, 2010 by Semper Paratus

Be aware of vital decisions being made on your behalf. Don’t let final plans pass by default. “PUBLIC INFORMATION EXHIBITION” ……it said “To give the public an opportunity to view information to be considered by the Scottish Parliament as part … Continue reading →

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February Two in One Crossword

Posted on February 2, 2010 by Tertius

Choose from the Quick Crossword or the Cryptic Crossword

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February Sudoku

Posted on February 2, 2010 by Tertius

Place a number from 1 to 9 in each empty cell so that each 3×3 block, column, and full row includes each of the numbers from 1 to 9 only once.

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