Our cover images shows a typical scene at Ayr beach during a heatwave in August 1959 (© Newsquest (Herald & Times)

The View of the Month, on our centre pages shows a ferry leaving Mull, see page 27 for our travel guide

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W lc m t Of all the memories we store up over the years, it is those relating to summertime which are often recalled with the most fondness. Whether it is a particularly enjoyable holiday or just a fun day out, many of our clearest memories are bathed in sunshine, with the sounds of that summer’s hit parade providing a suitably sultry soundtrack.

Perhaps we appreciate and remember these sunnier moments because they are that

Perhaps we appreciate and remember these sunnier moments because they are that much rarer or because it is the season in which we usually enjoyed some well-earned time off. Whatever the reason, there is something about the sunshine that brings smiles to faces and puts most of us in the mood for some fun!

Of course, the weather can never be guaranteed. As I write this welcome message the sun is beating down and my lunchtime sandwiches are curling up at the edges, but the heat may be long forgotten by the time you read this. If so, then I’m sure the contents of this summery issue will provide more than enough seasonal cheeriness and magical memories to brighten up your day!

C t ts 5 Then and Now News and events, headlines from the past, and interesting facts

Matt Hill, Editor

36 Finding Your Roots How to extend your family tree by making contact with distant relatives

10 Scotland’s Festival of History The Lanarkshire re-enactment event set to bring 2,000 years of history back to life

15 Glamis Castle Myra Douglas visits the castle reputed to be one of Scotland’s most haunted residences 16 Memories Mailbox Readers’ letters. Plus, George Forbes’ Writing to Remember column

18 Highland Games The history of the Highland Games

37 WIN! RAF Airshow tickets Tickets to RAF Leuchars Airshow up for grabs 38 Beside the seaside The origins of the Scottish seaside holiday

40 Scotland remembered Reader memories of schooldays in the 1930s, risky childhood games and the Auchenshuggle tram

44 Scotland’s first air show The story of the Lanark Air Show, where thousands watched aviation history unfold

22 A penny for the van Karen Messruther charts Scotland’s long term love of ice cream, which dates to the early days of Italian immigration

24 Summers to remember We look at the films, music and news which remind us of summers past

27 Destination Mull Your comprehensive visitor guide to Mull, including View of the Month

34 Remembering Frank Lloyd The life and career of Scotland’s first Oscar winner, Glasgow-born Frank Lloyd

46 Wee Harry Our diminutive hero is comforted by his pal as he nervously awaits his operation

47 Memories of a Beeching Baby We recall the Kirkintilloch railway, once the lifeblood of a thriving community

48 Sights and sounds of Scotland Book and CD reviews

51 New! Scottish Memories Book Club Get special discounts on the latest books with our brand new book club

52 Puzzles WIN! Put the kettle on, sit back and relax with our page of puzzles and competitions

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