WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in the Orkney Islands
“The Wicker Man” (1973): This cult horror classic, starring Edward Woodward, was filmed partly on…
“The Wicker Man” (1973): This cult horror classic, starring Edward Woodward, was filmed partly on…
Located off the northeastern coast of Scotland in the stormy North Sea, the Orkney Islands…
“The Steel Bonnets” by George MacDonald Fraser: Though not entirely set in Lanarkshire, this historical…
“Red Road” (2006) – Directed by Andrea Arnold, this thriller is set in the Red…
North Lanarkshire, a region in central Scotland has a wealth of attractions that showcase Scotland’s…
Located along Scotland’s west coast lies North Ayrshire, a region renowned for its landscapes, history,…
“Sunset Song” by Lewis Grassic Gibbon – This acclaimed novel, set in the fictional village…
“The House of Mirth” (2000) – This historical drama, based on the novel by Edith…
“The Blackhouse” by Peter May: This crime novel takes place on the Isle of Lewis…
“Whisky Galore!” (1949) – This classic English comedy is set on the fictional island of…
Na h-Eileanan Siar, also known as the Western Isles, the archipelago located off the west…
Located in the heart of Scotland, the historical and region of Moray awaits adventurous visitors. …
“The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie” by Muriel Spark: Set in 1930s Edinburgh, this novel…
“The Da Vinci Code” (2006): Based on the bestselling novel by Dan Brown, this thriller…
Located in the heart of Scotland, Midlothian is a region rich in history, natural beauty,…
“Sunset Song” by Lewis Grassic Gibbon: Set in the fictional village of Kinraddie, this classic…
“Sweet Sixteen” (2002): Directed by Ken Loach, this gritty drama tells the story of a…
Located along the west coast of Scotland, Inverclyde is a region steeped in natural beauty,…
“Outlander” by Diana Gabaldon: This historical fiction series tells the story of Claire Randall, a…
Skyfall (2012) – The 23rd James Bond film features several scenes filmed in Glen Coe,…
Scottish Highlands, an explorer’s dream, brimming with natural wonders, a land rich in rugged landscapes,…
“Trainspotting” by Irvine Welsh: This iconic novel takes place in Edinburgh and Glasgow, providing a…
“Trainspotting” (1996) – This cult classic directed by Danny Boyle is primarily set in Edinburgh…
Located in Scotland’s scenic Lowlands, Glasgow City beckons visitors with its cultural scene, history, and…
“The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes” by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle – Fife is mentioned as…
Chariots of Fire (1981): Although predominantly set in England, Chariots of Fire features scenes shot…
Situated on the eastern coast of Scotland, the ancient kingdom of Fife radiates a timeless…
“The Nowhere Emporium” by Ross MacKenzie – While not set entirely in Falkirk, this children’s…
“The Angels’ Share” (2012) – While not entirely set in Falkirk, this Ken Loach-directed film…
Located in the heart of Central Scotland, Falkirk is a town that captivates visitors with…
“Pride and Premiership” by David Ross – This humorous novel features a soccer team from…
Gregory’s Girl (1981) – While not entirely set in East Renfrewshire, this coming-of-age comedy-drama takes…
Located in the heartland of Scotland, East Renfrewshire offers visitors a wealth of landscapes, historic…
“Sunset Song” by Lewis Grassic Gibbon – This classic novel follows the life of a…
“Trainspotting” (1996) – Although not entirely set in East Lothian, parts of this iconic film…
Located along the coastline of Scotland, East Lothian is a region that captures the hearts…
“Gregory’s Girl” (1981) – This classic Scottish comedy takes place in the town of Lenzie,…
Located in the heart of Scotland, East Dunbartonshire is an enchanting destination that combines natural…
Moana (2016) – While Moana is an animated film, it showcases the beautiful landscapes and…
“The Cone-Gatherers” by Robin Jenkins: While not directly set in East Ayrshire, this novel takes…