Bonnie Prince Charlie Archive

Battlefield of Culloden – the end of the mighty clans

Here it was over: the Highlanders’ dream of a Scottish king sitting on the British throne. Shattered in just one hour. A bloodbath that is still commemorated today by the memorial stones at Culloden

Scorrybreac Circuit – beautiful walk near Portree

Blick vom Scorrybreac Circuit auf die Cuillins

Scorrybreac was once home to the Chief of the Nicolsons on the Isle of Skye. Today, a circular trail leads through the history of the clan.

Glenfinnan Monument – A Fateful Landing

A dark tower set against the picturesque backdrop of Loch Shiel. It was here, in 1745, that Bonnie Prince Charlie landed and raised his standard, before going on to lead the Jacobite Rising. The Prince was nervous. This was where his mission might begin – or already be doomed to failure. He looked up at […]