Posts by Kenny Smith
Young Scot’s war bravery marked with exhibition
A celebration of the bravery of a Scottish First World War hero is currently taking place. Sergeant John Meikle was posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross, the British Armed Forces’ highest award for outstanding feats of valour, in July 1918 in recognition of his bravery during bitter fighting in France during the Great War. The 19-year-old,…
Read MoreV&A Museum at the heart of Scotland and Japan links
The eagerly anticipated opening of V&A Dundee was among the experiences highlighted to travel trade and airline contacts during a visit to Japan. The visit was made by Scottish Cabinet Secretary for Culture, Europe and External Affairs, Fiona Hyslop. The renowned attraction, which will open on Dundee’s waterfront in September, marks a unique opportunity to…
Read MoreFirefly Music Festival set to light up summer nights
One of the liveliest small music weekends in Scotland will soon be setting the summer nights aglow when the Firefly Festival returns. This year, the event in to Moniaive, Dumfries and Galloway, features a line-up including The Hoolits, Trongate Rum Riots, Greg Lawson and Pete Garnett and Emma Gillespie. Originally conceived as a stopgap in…
Read MoreSix bedroom listed Ayrshire mansion is now on the market
A six bedroom B-listed Georgian mansion with a wealth of period features is now for sale. Glendoune House, in Girvan, South Ayrshire, is presented to the market by Galbraith. Built in 1800 for Spencer Boyd of Penkill, in 1845 Boyd sold Glendoune to the Rt Hon T F Kennedy of Dunure who sold it shortly…
Read MoreGlen Nevis Youth Hostel re-opens after ÂŁ2.1m revamp
Hostelling Scotland’s Glen Nevis Youth Hostel in Fort William has re-opened following an extensive eight-month redevelopment project. Is has seen the youth hostel stripped back to the bare shell, transforming it into an exciting contemporary living space. The ÂŁ2.1m renovation project highlights the organisation’s commitment to a continual programme of modernisation across the network by…
Read MoreOpen aspects at a glorious Perthshire steading
An attractive modernised home offering space and tranquility is presently available. Brought to the market by Galbraith, 4 Newbigging Grange near Blairgowrie is an end of terrace, two-storey house forming part of a small steading style development and benefits from an open aspect across fields to the rear. The vestibule, with a tiled floor and…
Read MoreThoughtful design in the perfect family home
A tremendous, spacious detached family home is now available in the Scottish Borders. Presented by Galbraith, Lowood provides spacious, thoughtfully designed and well appointed accommodation. The house benefits from solid fuel central heating which is provided by a large wood burning stove in the sitting room/dining room. The property also benefits from solar panels and…
Read MoreRural home is perfect living for the young and old
An attractive home in the north of Scotland is currently for sale. Chapelstane is located near Elgin, Moray, and is presented to the market by Galbraith. With a pleasant rural outlook in an accessible location, Chapelstane is a delightful extended traditional cottage located on the outskirts of the small hamlet of Kellas. Built from harled…
Read MoreAn attractive home located close to a harbour
A charming semi-detached property sited near a harbour in a sought-after area is now available. Presented by Galbraith, South House is situated in a lovely location on Hope Place close to St Monan’s harbour in the heart of Fife’s sought-after and picturesque East Neuk. South House is a charming semi-detached house largely constructed of white…
Read MoreStunning views and peaceful living in central Scotland
An attractive county property in an elevated position commanding exceptional views of the Clyde Valley is now for sale. Ashdean, in Crossford, near Carluke, South Lanarkshire, is presented for sale by Galbraith, giving views over the River Clyde and the surrounding countryside. Ashdean comprises of a traditional house with a useful range of outbuildings which…
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