The Scot Box

For those of you who may have missed (or are new to the page). The Scot Box by Bonnie Boxes Ltd. sadly CLOSED DOWN in May 2023.

Here is the final closing statement from our Director https://hollycampbellsmith.wixsite.com/mysite/post/our-final-farewell that was posted on the website before the site shut down (and is now archived on this link).

Happy Rabbie Burns Day!
We've got everything you need to celebrate Scotland's national bard.

https://www.bonnieboxesltd.com/post/burns-night

Burns Night One of Scotland's most important holidays is upon us! Burns Night! Also known as 'Burns supper' and 'Burns Nicht', is the celebration of Scotlands most famous bard (Poet) and Scotland itself. WHO WAS RABBIE BURNS? Robert (Rabbie) Burns was born in Alloway, Ayrshire in 1759 on the 25th of January (he...

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Grab your favourite brew and call/text a friend for a chit chat. Better yet why not arrange for a Scottish Brew tasting session at yours?

We've made a list to help inspire and give you something to chat about...

Scottish Brews to Make for #BrewMonday January has been classed as the saddest month of the Year so this reach out to a friend you've not spoken to in awhile. Even better, invite them over for a Scottish Brew taste testing session and a chat! Below are some very Scottish Brews.. CLICK HERE TO SKIP TO ALCOHOL FREE BEVERAGES. 1...

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It's time to check in with a friend over a brew.
What brew would you be drinking at your friendly check-in? 🍻

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from our latest is the beautiful Be Coorie To***co and Sandlwood candle that you're falling in love with this quarter 😍

This warming scent reminds us of those cosy days in and (our current Scot Box Location) where you can smell the choked fire chimneys on a rainy evening in the village.

Grab your candle from our Jan - March Scot Box on the website (Link in bio) or head to Be Coorie to discover the very way of living 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

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One of the things I love about is that it's proud of it's heritage. Wherever I go I am never far from a plaque on the side of a building telling me of the event's that happened "here" in "enter a date from the past". One of my favourite plaque's that stopped me in my tracks once was a beautiful blue and white plated circle that stated "January 7th 1701, on this date, nothing happened here".
All joking aside, Scotland takes great pride in it's treasures and the stories told along with them.

We hope to be taking you on a little Heritage Tour soon in 's current town of .

To grab your souvenirs from this town visit our website www.bonnieboxesltd.com to grab your box full of goodies (link on our about section).

And the next time you're visiting Scotland and wandering about the place/places you're visiting there, don't forget to look out for or ask about the towns ! You'll end up knowing more about those locations than the locals ;D

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Thank you for your patience while this was being fixed.

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It's time! The New Year has begun! And that means the box is taking you to another Scottish location!!

Click the link to find out where you're going➡️ https://www.bonnieboxesltd.com/post/the-scot-box-is-taking-you-to

Happy New Year 🎉 from 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Hoping all of you had a wonderful . Let us know how you celebrated in the comments below 👇

To crack off the the Scot Box is taking you to two villages in one box!

To find out more about www.bonnieboxesltd.com

Black and very white photography: This atmospheric image was taken at Drummondearnoch Farm in Comrie, Perthshire, by Andrew Tainsh.

Send us more of your great pics of Scotland to [email protected]

This weekend marked where we remember all those who have fallen due to war.

With the current conflicts going on in the world today we remember the heavy price of life that is spent with each conflict current and past. That the only red among the fields of earth should be red with Poppy but instead each poppy represents a life lost.

We wish those who have passed are in a tranquil place now and those left behind can find peace and comfort in remembrance.

Today I wish to share a place that brings me peace with you all. Along the riverbank of near the War Memorial where the Poppies wildly grow. Here is where I feel closer to heaven, if there is but such a thing. Here is where I remember them safe and home.

Farmers pay respects to the Queen with tractor guard of honour | ITV News Farmers formed a guard of honour with the tractors as the Queen's coffin travelled through Aberdeenshire on its way to Edinburgh. | ITV National News

The National Trust for Scotland has cancelled and postponed all public engagement events during the period of National Mourning after the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.

We second these words by The Tartan Viking

Queen Elizabeth II, 1926 - 2022.

Though I've never been a monarchist, I can sympathise with the death of a loved one and the impact the passing of someone like this will have around the world.

Today will be a sad day for many, but it will forever be an important date in British history and as a Historian, her impact on British and World history can not be underestimated.

📍Baird's Monument, Comrie, 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

This tall granite stone stands on Tom A'Chaisteil hilltop between and in Perthshire, Scotland.

The monument was erected in 1832 in honour to the memory of General Sir David Baird.

Sir Baird was born in , Scotland on the 6th of December 1757 to an Edinburgh family. Over the course of his life he fought in 5 wars, becoming military leader by 1779 befor his first war in 1780. He survived being shot, being held prisoner, and travelling across dangerous seas. was married to Lady Anne Preston Menzies Campbell Preston in 1810 who later erected this obelisk after Baird's death. Baird died at the age of 71 on the 18 August 1829.

On the obelisk a large memorial piece has been written, within can be quoted describing Baird as " Brave but generous enemy, his victories were ever tendered by mercy." and that "He felt no jealousies, he harboured no resentments, he knew no guile".

The monument still stands well intact today overlooking the surrounding countryside.

For more historic places to visit in Scotland head to our blog (link in bio) or follow us. 👆

📍 Balintore, Scotland

Calm before the storm along the North Coast of Scotland. Can you see the white House in the distance?

Sunsets in Scotland 😍

A lot of places to shop/visit can be closed on Sundays and Mondays in Scotland but why? 🤷‍♀️

It is becoming more and more common for businesses to close on Sundays and Mondays, especially here in Scotland. There are many reasons why businesses choose to close on these days and it's usually because Friday and Saturday are the busiest days for most venues and Sundays and Mondays offer respite after the rush of business. Mondays are usually a low-in-sales day for the average business so it makes sense to close on this day rather than on any other day of the week. So don't be surprised if you go for a stroll or a shop and find most of the high street closed unless you're in a city.

Think twice before jumping into a body of water when visiting Scotland.
While some of our Loch's and Rivers are safe to swim in during the summer, most people won't realise they can have a considerable temperature difference from on land. Many of our rivers are fed from melted ice that run off nearby mountains. Some Lochs also have underwater streams that feed it cold water from said rivers. Never jump straight into a body of water in Scotland without testing the water first as you may find you've gone from 15°c (80°f) to 7°c (44°f) in a matter of seconds. Most people are not used to this sudden temperature change and may experience something called 'Cold Water Shock Syndrome' where the blood vessels in the skin close, heart rate increases, and the sudden change in skin temperature causes involuntary gasps for breath. This reaction is instant and can be fatal. Should you find yourself in this situation, swim to the surface and lay on your back letting yourself float as you try to calm your body. Please be aware that some of our beaches are also fed from the icy North Sea and can be cold even in the summer.

For more information on Traveling around Scotland visit our website or order The Scot Box (link in bio).

When you think of Scotland you don't tend to imagine a hot summer beach holiday destination? but, if your idea of the perfect comfortable temperature is around 70°f then you're going to be caught out when visiting Scotland this summer. Scotland isn't used to scorching temperatures, which means that while the heat is nice, there is no escaping it like in other countries. Your accommodation (along with most shops and buildings) will most likely NOT have air conditioning. On top of this, most places have been designed to keep heat in for the harsh winter months. To help make your visit more comfortable, contact your accommodation in advance and ask if they have air conditioning as well as heating and, if needed, can supply a fan for your room? A handheld fan may also be a good idea if you're going to be out and about during your visit. Along with sun-cream and a sun hat, as even in a cool breeze the sun may still be concentrated on you while you're outside. Obviously disregard any of this if Scotland is back to its normal weather though 😅

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Scotland is busiest from early July to early September.

Most schools in Scotland do not breakup for summer until the last week of June, with schools in Wales, England and Ireland usually breaking up around two weeks after. This means that July and August tend to be the busiest months for events as well as tourist destinations. So expect places like Edinburgh Castle to be packed with tourists. Even Glencoe can get busy around this time!

Visited or live in Scotland during the Summer? What are some things you wish you'd known? Comment Below 👇

👉 For more information on visiting Scotland this summer head to the blog (link in bio) on the website.

Puffins on Noss, Shetland📍 Wonder what they're saying!?
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