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Hogmanay

Traditionally more important than Christmas in Scotland, Hogmanay (New Year's Eve) is marked by whisky, first-footing, the singing of Auld Lang Syne and many a sore head the next day. Edinburgh is usually home to one of the world's most famous New Year parties - complete with a spectacular fireworks display - which attracts thousands of visitors.

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Christmas
Leave the stress of Christmas behind with a well-earned break this festive season
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Stirling Christmas lights switch-on countdown underway as 'fun-filled' day planned
Stirling News
The event will see a parade through the city centre featuring pipe bands, panto characters and community organisations.
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'Pints, pies and pipes' on the bill at Ayr venue's Hogmanay Hootenanny bash
Ayrshire Entertainment
Venue38 have a packed calendar of events to see out 2023 - including An Audience with Karen Dunbar and Bay City Rollers.
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Music icon Rick Astley to host BBC's New Years Eve show this Hogmanay
Hogmanay
The 57-year-old musician, best known for his 1987 chart-topper Never Gonna Give You Up, will host the music event on BBC One next month.
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Exact hours fireworks are illegal in Scotland as laws change on Bonfire Night
Bonfire Night
Guy Fawkes' Night is nearly here, and if you plan on putting on a display, it's important to know the laws on fireworks.
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Stirling Hogmanay official fireworks display axed as cash-strapped council bid to save money
Stirling
Stirling Council has taken the difficult decision to cancel the Hogmanay fireworks display at the Wallace Monument due to "the unprecedented financial challenge facing the council, a situation mirrored at local authorities across Scotland”.
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Festive fun and delicious food and drink awaits at Macdonald Hotels & Resorts
Christmas
Get your party nights and Christmas dinners in the diary with Macdonald Hotels & Resorts at spectacular venues across Scotland
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Rutherglen TopGolf to bring in the bells with first-ever Hogmanay event
Hogmanay
The driving range will hold the event this New Year's Eve.
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Win a luxurious overnight stay at Scotland’s premier destination spa set within a magical castle
Hogmanay
Stobo Castle Health Spa is offering a lucky winner and their guest a stunning experience
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Thrilling Hogmanay Street Party to be held in Glasgow's Ashton Lane
Hogmanay
People parting in the cobbled lanes will be treated to lots of live entertainment, indoor and outdoor bars, food stalls, BBQs and "much more".
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Seven days out in Scotland to get you in the festive mood
Christmas
There's a Christmas-themed activity for everyone in this guide of festive fun
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The Scottish 'Highland village' found in the middle of America that is a taste of home
Tourism
The holiday settlement nestled within an US beauty spot is a tribute to all things Scotland.
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Dad-of-two jailed for New Year bottle assault that left victim with "horrific" injuries
Hamilton Sheriff Court
Darren Robertson, 36, attacked man outside Whitehills Farm pub in East Kilbride.
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Westminster and Holyrood representatives welcome new baby-loss facility at maternity unit in Lanarkshire
Lanarkshire News
'Having this area to support people in their hour of need is amazing'
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Rod Stewart got a Bay City Roller on stage to sing Sunshine on Leith as he didn't think he'd be able to do it himself
BBC
Superstar rocker Rod said: “My dad and Woody’s dad were both from Leith. We have a big Edinburgh connection."
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Bay City Rollers' new member announced by band ahead of worldwide tour
BBC
Dream come true for childhood fan John McLaughlin who joins the legendary Scots band ahead of their 50th anniversary celebrations next year
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Gangland torturer who carved his name into victim's chest had 'devil dog' empire
Devil dogs
Thomas Fullerton, who was jailed for seven years last week for a frenzied knife attack, has been selling pups that often have their ears brutally cropped.
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Fireworks restrictions introduced over Stirling Castle after locals' anger following late-night display
Stirling News
The guidance was issued after a fireworks display at a private function caused major distress for residents in the area.
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Peta demands Royal Highland Show swaps animal displays for 'turnip beauty pageant'
Animals
The animal rights charity has proposed replacing the "outdated" and "cruel" practices with vegan-friendly events.
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The history of why Scotland used to celebrate New Year's Eve on March 25
Heritage
As we enter spring, Hogmanay feels like a distant memory at this point. However, some Scots will be celebrating later this week, as March 25 used to be known as New Year's Day.
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Mums of Scots soldiers speak of pride, grief and anger on 20th anniversary of Iraq war
Black Watch
The mothers have said they will never forgive former PM Tony Blair for the death of their sons.
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Dunblane teen takes on abseil challenge after brain tumour surgery battle
Stirling News
Finn Clarke was first diagnosed with the rare tumour back on Hogmanay 2019.
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Isla Bryson's mum says transgender double rapist deserves 20 years in prison
Sex crime
Janet Bryson, a rape survivor, claimed the convicted sex attacker's eight-year sentence was not enough.
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Scots dad 'lucky to be alive' after firework blows up his leg
Fireworks
GRAPHIC IMAGE WARNING: Johnpaul Garvie was struck on the leg by a stray pyrotechnic and spent more than a week in hospital having skin grafted onto the severely-burned area.
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