Scottish lifestyle

Saturdays. Sundays. Holidays. It's when Scotland really shows off.

So many ways to fill your spare time

Things to do in Scotland

No matter what you like to do, there are endless things to see and experience in Scotland. Find out what you can do to have fun in your spare time.

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Top reasons to live and work in Scotland

You can develop your career in Scotland by working for top companies in some of the world’s most exciting sectors. Find out what else it offers.

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Settling into Scottish life

Part of moving to Scotland for work is also getting to know the rich culture, customs and connecting with the local people. Find out how you can do this.

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Scottish culture

Burns, Bagpipes and Braveheart are only part of Scotland's story. Discover our hospitality, culture, creativity and more for yourself.

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Scotland works for me

A 10 minute walk to work and golf and skiing on our doorstep are just added perks of living here.

Ben Hampton, English National, Living and Working in Scotland
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“When I lived in England I was always coming here at weekends, hillwalking, cycling or canoeing so it made perfect sense to move here. Especially as the job prospects were good.”

Chris Waring, English National, Living and Working in Scotland
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Lots of people say it, but it really is the people that make Scotland a great place to live. You feel like you’re part of the community straight away.

Ramsey Selim, Egyptian National, Living and Working in Scotland
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I love the lifestyle in Edinburgh, Scotland, and it has provided me with lots of career opportunities.

Ruymán Reyes Castro, Spain, Codeplay
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Scotland is renowned as one of the leading centre for photonics and there were a lack of opportunities in the sector back home in Gdańsk. I’ve gained a lot from immersing myself in a different culture and meeting new people.

Mateusz A Tyrk, Polish National, Living and Working in Scotland
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I’m a big ambassador for the Scottish way of life and am always telling my friends at home they should come and try living here for themselves.

Andrew Basekis, Greek National, Living and Working in Scotland
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