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How Scotland Lives On in Canada Today

Overview Canada has more people claiming Scottish ancestry than some small nations have citizens. That's not an exaggeration, it's census data. And it shows up in ways you can actually see and hear...

MacKinnon Watches at the San Diego Highland Games

Key Takeaways We attended the San Diego Scottish Highland Games, marking the event's 50th anniversary since its founding as a non-profit organisation in 1974 The Games bring together athletics,...

MacKinnon Watches Named Finalist in Allica Bank's Great British Entrepreneur Awards

Key Takeaways MacKinnon Watches has been named a finalist in the Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards, shortlisted in the Family Business Entrepreneur of the Year category for Scotland. T...

Craig Ferguson's Tartan Trek: Scotland's £1M Walk

Key Takeaways Craig Ferguson, a 22-year-old from Paisley, walked over 3,100 miles from Los Angeles to Boston in a kilt to raise £1 million for SAMH (Scottish Action for Mental Health), completing ...

Best National Trust for Scotland Castles to Visit

Key Takeaways The National Trust for Scotland cares for some of the country's finest castles, ranging from fairytale tower houses to cliff-top showpieces. Each castle carries a distinct history, f...

Best Gifts for Scotland National Team Fans

Key Takeaways The best gifts for Scotland national team supporters go beyond the standard scarf and shirt - they reflect pride, identity, and heritage. Official tartan accessories, like watches an...

University of Edinburgh Tartan Watches & Gift Ideas

Key Takeaways We've partnered with the University of Edinburgh to create an officially licensed tartan watch collection, including watches, Apple Watch straps, and watch cases. Every piece is made...

Scotland National Team Tartan: A Complete Guide

Key Takeaways The Scotland national team tartan was launched in 2017 and chosen by thousands of Scotland Supporters Club members through a public vote The design was developed by Gordon Nicolson K...

Tartan Watches Inspired by National Trust for Scotland Heritage Sites

Discover how MacKinnon Watches partnered with the National Trust for Scotland to create two exclusive tartan watches celebrating Craigievar and Culloden.