Posts by Ellie Forbes
Historic painting of poet Robert Fergusson inspired Burns discovered at Scottish castle
A portrait of Robert Fergusson has been discovered at a Scottish castle and could help shed new light on the celebrated 18th-century poet who inspired Burns. The painting was found at Barnbougle Castle, near Edinburgh, and is part of a prestigious collection of the 5th Earl of Rosebery Archibald Primrose, a former Prime Minister and…
Read MoreScottish Field’s 12 days of Christmas… Day 4
On the fourth day of Christmas my true love gave to me… The gift of indulgence at Matfen Hall This winter, gift yourself and indulge in Matfen Hall’s 300-acre Country Hotel, Spa and Golf Estate. At Northumberland’s first and only five-star hotel, while away the afternoons in the magnificent Great Hall, or relax in stunning bars…
Read MoreScottish Field’s 12 days of Christmas…Day 3
On the third day of Christmas my true love gave to me… The gift of time together on luxury floating hotel Fingal Formerly a Northern Lighthouse Board tender, transporting supplies and lighthouse keepers to Scotland’s most remote locations, Fingal is now a stunning floating hotel. Just two miles from Edinburgh’s city centre at the historic…
Read MoreScottish Field’s 12 days of Christmas…Day 2
On the second day of Christmas my true love gave to me…The gift of Archerfield It’s the perfect gift – a luxurious night in a Pavilion Suite on Archerfield Estate near North Berwick, with a wealth of experiences to choose from. Purchase a gift voucher for a magnificent Afternoon Tea Stay, A Traditional Sunday Roast…
Read MoreScottish Field’s 12 days of Christmas…Day 1
On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me… The gift of a winter break at Deveron Valley cottages Nestled on the River Deveron’s banks in beautiful Aberdeenshire, these five beautiful properties are ideal for a short winter break. Imagine opening a gift like this on the first day of Christmas. See yourself…
Read MoreScottish castle visited by Robert Burns in line for £2 million restoration after being sold to new owner
A historic Scottish castle visited by Robert Burns could be in line for a major restoration after being sold to a new owner. Baltersan Castle is thought to have inspired architect and designer Charles Rennie Mackintosh, was visited by poets Robert Burns and John Keats, and a restoration plan was even pitched to the multi-millionaire investors on…
Read MoreRobert Burns links to freemasonry explored in new project
The University of Glasgow’s Centre for Robert Burns Studies has appointed a dedicated scholar for a groundbreaking project examining the poet’s links to Freemasonry. The celebrated Scottish poet was not only a prolific writer but also a dedicated Freemason throughout his adult life, serving as Senior Warden of Lodge St Andrew, Dumfries, until his death…
Read MoreMeet the couple leaving a lasting legacy for a rare tree species on Arran
A couple with a passion for the rare Arran Whitebeam has left a legacy for the island through their work to help save the native tree species from extinction. Henry Murdo who has lived on Arran since 1968 and Margo McLellan, a native Arranach, have been working with the National Trust for Scotland to share…
Read MoreRosebank Distillery introduces rare cask from 1990 for global travellers
Rosebank Distillery has introduced an extremely rare single cask from 1990 for global travellers. Rich and fruity, the 33-year-old is the perfect expression of the distillery, known as the ‘King of the Lowlands’ by connoisseurs across the world. Crafted from a small pocket of legacy stock, salvaged from before the distillery closed more than 30…
Read MorePaula Hawkins to headline crime writing festival Granite Noir
Paula Hawkins and Nicci French are among the authors due to make headline appearances at crime writing festival Granite Noir. New York Times best sellers Lucy Foley and Chris Whitaker, podcasters Laura Whitmore and Iain Stirling, award-winning comedian and Gentleman Thief Alasdair Beckett King, and singer-songwriter and author James Yorkston, will also be at the…
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