Posts by Kenny Smith
Views wanted on conservation in the Cairngorms
Time’s running out for those who want to have their say on the next Cairngorms Nature Action Plan. Launched in May 2013, Cairngorms Nature is a partnership that brings people and organisations together with the aim of driving forward conservation projects in the Park. It has seen a great deal achieved within the first five…
Read MoreA new build home that’s already full of character
A detached bungalow set within a development of four homes in a peaceful semi-rural location with easy access to local amenities is now available. Rowan, at 4 Castleton Gardens, Auchterarder, Perth and Kinross, is presented for sale by Bell Ingram. Sitting in a development of four bespoke homes designed by Fouin & Bell Partnership, the…
Read MoreSilver award delights brewery in international challenge
An Edinburgh brewery has had its produce recognised at the prestigious International Beer Challenge 2018. Bright Lights, a collaboration between Lidl and Edinburgh based Stewart Brewing, has scooped a silver award in the competition. The beer, which is available exclusively to Lidl customers, was recognised in New World-style IPAs (4.8-7.4%) category, with their citrusy, punchy,…
Read MoreNature farm picks up environmental award
The winner of the Cairngorms Nature Farm Award has been revealed at the Grantown Show. This special award rewards farmers or crofters who have made a substantial contribution to the natural environment around them. This year the winner is Lynbreck Croft, near Grantown-on-Spey. The owners received a plaque as recognition for their good work as…
Read MoreRum and rhythm come to Glasgow for an exclusive party
Glasgow is set to host Scotland’s first ever rum and rhythm Bacardi party. The famous rum has hosted some of the world’s most legendary parties for the past 150 years, and next Friday, 31 August, the 158 Club Lounge, located within the award-winning Hutchesons City Grill in Merchant City, is set to host an exclusive…
Read MoreSpecialist will support pancreatic cancer patients
People with one of the toughest forms of cancer are to benefit from a new dedicated clinical nurse specialist. Kimberley Booth has taken up her new post at Glasgow Royal Infirmary, thanks to collaboration between Pancreatic Cancer Scotland and NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. In this innovative role, Kimberley will combine work with the Pancreatic…
Read MoreA delicious recipe for Orbost Farm Iron Age pork
Cooking the best local, seasonal produce on Skye keeps the Three Chimneys head chef Scott Davies passionate about what he does. ‘I always loved the kitchen,’ says Scott. ‘Ever since I was young, I was cooking and baking with my mum.’ The idea of being a chef took hold during work experience, aged 15, ‘I just loved…
Read MoreGrow how know how as gardening gets younger
To many younger people, getting out into the garden is something that the older generation does to while away the hours. Of course, they’re wrong, and to prove it, Dobbies has announced a partnership with the future face of gardening, encouraging next generation of gardeners to get growing. The garden centre is to work with…
Read MorePacked programme for 20th Wigtown Book Festival
Scotland’s National Book Town is set to celebrate its 20th birthday with 10 days of events and entertainment featuring authors, campaigners, comedians and poets. A packed programme of authors, celebrity speakers and events has been unveiled for the 20th annual Wigtown Book Festival – which has been described as the ‘brightest jewel on the festival…
Read MoreYoung island brothers raise funds for charity
A pair of young farmers on the Isle of Iona came up with an idea with a difference for a charity fundraiser. Cameron and Jamie MacInnes prompted a round of applause from the normally-reserved ringside bidders at Caledonian Marts in Stirling this week. They hand-picked their best lambs for the market but they had a…
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