Isle of Rum1 day agoNew dark skies policy could boost night-time economy, says councilHighland Council says it already has some of the darkest skies in Europe for stargazers to enjoy.1 day ago5 days agoCouncil proposes dark skies policy to cut light pollutionHighland Council says it already has some of the darkest skies in Europe for stargazers to enjoy.5 days ago28 Apr 2026Offers being assessed for Rum's derelict Kinloch CastleThe former hunting lodge was on the market for offers over £750,000.28 Apr 202612 Apr 2026Why the Isle of Eigg hatched a plan to grow its own treesIslanders have planted thousands of the trees on Hebridean isle - and sent thousands more to other places.12 Apr 202628 Mar 2026Alan Carr bought a Scottish castle. Could you? The comedian has bought Ayton Castle in the Borders - how much might it cost to follow in his footsteps?28 Mar 202613 Jan 2026Europe's largest skate recovers in Scottish watersResearch by Heriot-Watt University suggests that flapper skate numbers are on the increase.13 Jan 202619 Dec 2025Rare sighting of Orca group's last survivors off west coast of ScotlandThe bull orcas called John Coe and Aquarius were spotted together during a sea life survey.19 Dec 20258 Dec 2025Ferry disruption compensation scheme extendedScottish ministers are including more Hebridean islands in the scheme after public feedback.8 Dec 202517 Nov 2025What it's like being pregnant on a remote Scottish islandElle Duffy has spent the last year navigating life on the remote isle of Rum while pregnant with her first baby.17 Nov 2025...
