For one Scottish king, however ... “The ban was later reaffirmed throughout the 15th century, although there are also references to later kings playing the game as well.

It is thought that the phrase, which is frequently used in many English-speaking countries, dates back to 15th-century Scotland—when it was common for thieves to steal or kill livestock and be ...

Dating to the mid 1400s, Orchardton Tower is the only free-standing round tower of its type in Scotland. It operated as a fortified residence for a nobleman named John Cairns, who is thought to ...

AKG/Album Scotland was not alone in falling victim to witchcraft panics in the late 16th century and first half of the 17th century. Witch-hunting plagued Europe, beginning in the 15th century ...

The Igreja Matriz de Portimão, also known as the Mother Church of Portimão, is a 15th-century building and a historical and architectural landmark in the region. It was built "in the highest ...

Verstappen fumes after late penalty for collision with Russell - Follow live F1 updates from Barcelona as pole-sitter Piastri ...

Over one million troops crossed The Rhine to overcome the last great natural obstacle to Allied victory in Germany. Thousands of Scots troops were among them. The road to German surrender ...

The buildings, which had been originally made of wood, were rebuilt in sandstone. This 15th century city is what visitors still find today, and is known as the old town. It’s considered one of ...

Field soil evidence supports early organised Football in 17th century Scotland The field soil investigations recently carried out also support the date of Rutherford's letter. The rocks deposited ...

Fairies would have needed no introduction or lengthy explanation for a 16th century Scottish audience. These odd and alarming characters have been a source of fascination for centuries ...

Millions of households are being warned of the risk of water restrictions, as parts of the country experience the driest start to the year for nearly a century. The Environment Agency has warned ...