Nora McElhone

Inhabited since medieval times, Balgonie Castle near Glenrothes has been home to its fair share of souls over the centuries. But are any of those ancient inhabitants still lingering in spirit form?

From a wartime summer picking rasps in Blairgowrie to showing tourists the sights of Arbroath or manning the attractions as Craigtoun Country Park, we look back at some favourite holiday jobs.

Our guide to the best castles around Tayside and Fife to seek out on your family day trips this summer.

Genna Millar puts her heart and soul into her role at anti-poverty charity Dundee Bairns. She is determined that local children will have a better start in life than she did.

With miles of stunning coastline, meandering rivers and beautiful lochs, Courier Country has lots to offer when it comes to watersports.

Take the stress out of hosting a kids birthday party at these independent venues across Fife and Tayside.

Halloween fans can choose from some seriously scary ghostly encounters or family friendly fun in Dundee and Angus.

Give a job to a busy woman and she will turn it into a global movement. That's just what Perth-based Rachel Weiss has done with her Menopause Cafes.

Highland Cows are in demand and a new experience at Kinkell Byre near St Andrews offers the chance to meet some shaggy creatures. Was it as much fun as it sounds?

Former RAF navigator Henry Paul recently stepped down from his role as chairperson of the St Andrews Men's Shed, having masterminded a move to a new purpose-built site.