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Police Scotland ‘planning' for US vice president visit as he holidays in UK
Mr Vance and his family are thought to be planning a visit to Ayrshire but would not stay at Mr Trump's Turnberry resort. Scottish police are thought to be on notice for a visit by the US vice president, who is on holiday in the UK with his family. JD Vance's unconfirmed appearance north of the border would follow president Donald Trump's five-day trip last month, when he hosted Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer at his golf resorts at Turnberry in South Ayrshire and Menie in Aberdeenshire. Mr Vance is holidaying in the Cotswolds but travelled to the Foreign Secretary's Chevening House retreat in Kent on Friday, where the Republican joined David Lammy carp fishing at the countryside estate. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: 'Planning is under way for a potential visit to Scotland by the vice president of the United States. 'Details of any visit would be for the White House to comment on, however, it is important that we prepare in advance for what would be a significant policing operation.' Mr Vance and his family are thought to be planning a visit to Ayrshire but would not stay at Mr Trump's Turnberry resort, according to Sky News. In Kent, Mr Vance said he had a 'love' for the UK but joked he had committed a diplomatic faux pas as he began his holiday. 'Unfortunately, the one strain on the special relationship is that all of my kids caught fish, but the Foreign Secretary did not,' he said. He described Mr Lammy as a 'very, very gracious host'. Mr Trump's visit to Scotland ended less than two weeks ago, after he met with both Sir Keir and First Minister John Swinney.
Scottish Sun
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Inside Scotland's underrated city oozing with history & good food – and it's NOT Edinburgh
And it's just more than 30 minutes from Glasgow I'VE always had a fascination with Scottish history. But it's the more gritty history that piqued my interest — the kind with swords and spears, of fierce battles for glory and relentless fights for survival. 8 Stirling is filled to the brim with interesting history Credit: Getty 8 It's the perfect spot for a staycation - or for tourists from further afield Credit: Alamy 8 We stayed at the Stirling Highland Hotel Credit: Fraser Band Despite that, I realised I'd spent my entire life without properly visiting the site of one of Scotland's most notorious battlegrounds, the site of William Wallace's triumph in a city steeped with history. I'm talking of course about Stirling. A city — modest in size — often (wrongly) overlooked by tourists who would favour a visit to Edinburgh or Perth for their medieval fix. Its cobbled streets and towering castle (nestled on top of a 350 million year-old volcanic rock, no-less), coupled with a modern, bustling city centre, proved the perfect staycation spot for me and my family. And we didn't have far to drive - a quick 35 minute hop in the car from Glasgow and we were there. 8 The room was perfect - spacious but with a cosy feel Credit: Stirling Highland Hotel 8 The hotel seamlessly blended old school architecture with modern amenities We'd booked the wonderful Stirling Highland Hotel — a charming Victorian building and former school steeped in history. The hotel seamlessly blends old school architecture (it was built in 1845!) with stylish fittings and top-range amenities, including a heated indoor pool, gym, squash court and a wide range of ESPA treatments. It even has a dog-friendly offering for those with four-legged friends! Oh, and not to mention the fully functional observatory that can be hired for stargazing — once gifted to the school by the former Prime Minister Henry Campbell-Bannerman before his time in office in 1905. I was visiting with my wife Aleena and daughter Leela — a toddler who is just starting to get her confidence exploring the world — and to say this hotel was a perfect spot would be an understatement. The check-in process was a breeze thanks to their wonderful staff — something that takes the weight off the shoulders when trying to wrestle with a little one too impatient to stay in one place for too long! Our walk to our room took us down cloisters reminiscent of a scene from a Harry Potter film, with nods to the former school signposted the whole way. The room was perfect, spacious but with a cosy feel, complete with a nice TV and travel cot for Leela. An ideal base to prepare for our adventure and to return to relax after a long day. GO: Stirling A double room at the 4* Stirling Highland Hotel is from £100 a night, two sharing. See Of course, one thing you can never count on in Scotland is the weather. On arrival we were met with absolute downpours. Not letting it get us down, we ventured to the pool and were relieved to see a family changing room — it's little things like that which make a huge difference. We took turns supervising our little paddler while the other relaxed with a steam or sauna, the perfect way to unwind before dinner in the appropriately named, award-winning Scholars Restaurant. The menu was brilliant, a real mix of traditional Scottish cuisine with modern twists on some all-time classics. For starters, we shared Irn-Bru glazed chicken lollipops (yes, you read that right . . . and yes, it was as good as it sounds). 8 We took a visit up the Wallace Monument... but be wary of the steps! Credit: Alamy 8 Stirling Castle is a must-visit for all touristsCredit: Alamy 8 I visited with my wife Aleena and daughter LeelaCredit: Jack Aitchison Aleena opted for the pan roasted sea bass for her main. I'm a creature of comfort and couldn't resist the ribeye steak — expertly cooked with a side of fries. Perfection. And for Leela, the chef was more than willing to cater to her dietary needs — while the serving staff were also on hand to patiently talk us through the menu. Full praise all round! All that was left to do now was explore. A short walk up took us up to Stirling Castle (the childhood home of Mary Queen of Scots) and after devouring the history there, it was a quick drive to the Wallace Monument . . . and its 246-step spiral staircase! Stirling proved to be the ideal blend of past and present, offering a brilliant experience for all ages and leaving us eager to return.
STV News
3 hours ago
- STV News
Police Scotland ‘planning' for US vice president visit as he holidays in UK
Scottish police are thought to be on notice for a visit by the US vice president, who is on holiday in the UK with his family. JD Vance's unconfirmed appearance north of the border would follow president Donald Trump's five-day trip last month, when he hosted Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer at his golf resorts at Turnberry in South Ayrshire and Menie in Aberdeenshire. Vance is holidaying in the Cotswolds but travelled to the Foreign Secretary's Chevening House retreat in Kent on Friday, where the Republican joined David Lammy carp fishing at the countryside estate. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: 'Planning is under way for a potential visit to Scotland by the vice president of the United States. 'Details of any visit would be for the White House to comment on, however, it is important that we prepare in advance for what would be a significant policing operation.' Vance and his family are thought to be planning a visit to Ayrshire but would not stay at Trump's Turnberry resort, according to Sky News. PA Media US president Donald Trump with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer at Trump International golf course in Aberdeenshire. PA Media In Kent, Vance said he had a 'love' for the UK but joked he had committed a diplomatic faux pas as he began his holiday. 'Unfortunately, the one strain on the special relationship is that all of my kids caught fish, but the Foreign Secretary did not,' he said. He described Lammy as a 'very, very gracious host'. Trump's visit to Scotland ended less than two weeks ago, after he met with both Sir Keir and First Minister John Swinney. STV News is now on WhatsApp Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News
