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Baillie Clan Baillie Crest: A boar's head, erased, proper. Baillie Clan Motto: Quid Clarius Astris (What is brighter than the stars?). Baillie Clan History: There are those who assert that the surname originates from Balliol, that of the deposed king of Scots, but this is incorrect. Regardless of the "de" attached in early records, it is certainly derived from the position of bailie or...

EVEN IF YOU’VE never been there, you’ve probably seen the Isle of Skye. The stunning and otherworldly scenery of this Scottish island has been the film set for many movies and series. But the jagged mountains, craggy coastline, and eerie rock formations are not only visually arresting but also paradise for outdoor lovers, providing scrambling and climbing opportunities. In fact, the best way to...

If you ask someone what to think when you mention Scotland, they have the ability to list stunning landscapes, castles, shortbreads, whisky and tartan. Many people will also talk about Scottish clans, often mentioning an ancestor who left Scotland in the Central Highlands Clearance, or perhaps seeking an adventure in America, Canada or Australia. Here we share some details about the clan way of life, how things...