Dundee Magazine arrives at a pivotal moment for Scotland's fourth-largest city. This publication aims to chronicle the people, places, and stories that define Dundee today.
What We Cover
Dundee Magazine is a local publication dedicated to covering the city and its surrounding areas. Our focus spans the full breadth of urban life: from developments along the waterfront to the independent businesses keeping the city centre vibrant, from cultural institutions to the everyday concerns of residents.
The magazine takes its name from a city that has undergone significant change in recent decades. Dundee's waterfront has been transformed, new cultural venues have opened, and the city has gained recognition for its design heritage. These shifts provide the backdrop for our coverage, but our primary interest lies in what is happening now, and what comes next.
Local Journalism, Local Focus
The purpose of this magazine is straightforward: to provide Dundee with dedicated coverage that reflects the city's specific character. National outlets may mention the city in passing; we live here. That proximity informs our reporting.
We intend to cover planning decisions that affect neighbourhoods, profile local enterprises, review cultural events, and examine public services. When we write about the city centre, we mean the streets where people shop and work. When we cover the waterfront, we consider both the developments and the long-established communities nearby.
A City of Contrasts
Dundee contains multitudes. It is a university city with a large student population and an established resident community. It is a former industrial centre finding new economic footing. It is home to historic institutions and to newcomers arriving from across Scotland and beyond.
The River Tay defines the city's geography and its history. The bridges spanning the river connect Dundee to Fife and to the north, serving as daily reminders of the city's position at the heart of Scotland's east coast. The waterfront regeneration continues to reshape how the city meets the water.
Looking Ahead
Dundee Magazine will publish regularly, building a record of the city as it evolves. We welcome reader input: story tips, corrections, and observations about what matters in Dundee.
This is a publication for the city, about the city. We aim to earn your attention by providing coverage that is accurate, relevant, and grounded in the specific reality of living and working in Dundee.