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Gardening Column, Hamish Martin: ‘Mullein isn’t just amazing for us but it serves as a valuable resource for wildlife’
The sheer structure and standing of the truly beautiful Mullein flower means it stands head and shoulders above all the other plants – not unlike how The Eiffel tower must look surrounded by all the other buildings in Paris. It has a wide base, with large soft, velvety leaves, with a long spire growing up…
Read MoreSponsored Content | Glenalmond Group announce partnership with 35 Education
Sponsored Content | The Glenalmond Group – encompassing Glenalmond College and Craigclowan School & Nursery – is proud to announce its partnership with 35 Education, a British-based philanthropic education enterprise headed by Professor Basak Akdemir and supported by a highly experienced senior team. A distinguished former CEO of several international education organisations, Professor Akdemir brings…
Read MoreFor The Love Of Chardonnay – Here’s our top five Chardonnays to try
By James Robertson Some time ago I was on the train returning from three days at a trade show in London when I heard the waitress asking two fellow travellers if they wanted a drink. Of course they did, it takes away the strain of the journey north. ‘We would like a white wine’,…
Read MoreDollar Academy announces launch of new school bus route from Dunkeld
Dollar Academy has announced the launch of a new school bus route from Dunkeld to Dollar, set to commence in August 2025. The decision to expand the school’s transport provision follows a significant rise in enquiries from families in the Dunkeld area. The introduction of this new transport link will support attendance for pupils living…
Read MoreSponsored Content | Why Homeowners Are Choosing Vinyl Flooring: Affordable, Stylish Renovation Option
Sponsored Content | Vinyl flooring has become increasingly popular among UK homeowners for contemporary renovations. Its versatility across different home styles makes it a top choice. Offering durability, aesthetic appeal, and affordability, vinyl allows homeowners to update their living spaces without overspending. With a wide range of designs available, it’s easy to add personal style…
Read MoreFather’s Day Gift Guide
Dad’s are notoriously tricky to buy for, right? So as the countdown to Father’s Day begins (heads-up, it’s on 15th June this year) you might just want to draw some inspiration from Scottish Field’s Father’s Day Gift Guide. We’ve researched the best presents to shower on the main man in your life to ensure he…
Read MoreHeroic war sailors lauded as Scotland welcomes Norwegian merchant ship
By Jorn Madslien The only Norwegian merchant ship to have survived both world wars has returned to Scotland for the first time since the mid-60s. D/S Hestmanden has come to honour the memory and celebrate the achievements of the 30,000 Norwegian war sailors who made Britain home after the Nazis occupied Norway. ‘The UK…
Read MoreReview: Pestana Royal Hotel, Madeira
I had never really considered Madeira for a holiday break until it came up through my online flight search: ‘Destination – anywhere, budget – under £150 and direct from Scotland’. Many of the European cities appeared but I was looking for something new and if possible some early season sun. Madeira? It ticked all the…
Read MoreThe search for the house of the soldier turned Quaker Lt. Colonel William Osburne
Fiona Fleming explores the history of Quakers in Scotland and the life of Lt. Colonel William Osburne. Beside a quiet back road on the outskirts of Kirkintilloch lies an overgrown plot of ground enclosed within a drystane dyke, marked out on approach by a small group of trees. Long grass and brambles abound, a…
Read MoreAD | All the intricacies of selling a car
AD| Selling your car in Scotland can be both profitable and smooth if done with planning and attention to detail. Whether trading in or going private, preparing your vehicle properly can boost value, speed up the sale, and build buyer trust. Know Your Car’s Value Start by researching your car’s market worth using tools like…
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