Posts by Kenny Smith
First flight from China touches down in Scotland
Today is a momentous day in Scottish aviation as the first-ever direct flight from China touched down at Edinburgh Airport. The four-weekly, year-round service with Hainan Airlines to Beijing Capital International Airport is Scotland’s first connection to the Far East. It is a major boost for tourism in Scotland and increases business links with the…
Read MoreChildren enjoyed a taste of Scotland at their big picnic
More than 100 young people gathered at RZSS Edinburgh Zoo to launch the 2018 One Planet Picnic celebrations. This is an initiative which is set to get people from all over Scotland discovering the great tastes of seasonal food and local harvests, and is run by environmental charity, Keep Scotland Beautiful. Young members of the…
Read MoreThe Pear Trees offers comfort, security and space
The Pear Trees is an impressive detached Victorian family home in immaculate condition. Presented for sale by Rettie and Co, this property has ample off-street parking, secure private garden and all within walking distance of Berwick-upon-Tweed’s town centre and railway station. Pear Trees is a striking stone built property set back from Castle Terrace offering…
Read MoreDesirable family home in a luxury development
A bespoke contemporary home enjoying stunning views over the Moray Firth to the Black Isle is now available. Presented by Strutt and Parker, Heights of Woodside, in Westhill, Inverness, is a highly desirable family home which occupies arguably the most prestigious position within this development of luxury houses. Completed in 2009, this property provides the perfect…
Read MoreDon’t deny yourself and go into the labyrinth
The world’s longest, widest continuous inflatable obstacle course bounces into Scotland this weekend. Edinburgh’s BT Murrayfield Stadium is the location for the Labyrinth Challenge, an inflatable wonderland for all the family featuring 30 attractions, a mini-course for the younger ones and a giant air-filled assault course for those brave enough to take it on. Tickets…
Read MoreA summer festival of beautiful classical music
A summer festival of beautiful international chamber music is coming to the Scottish Borders next month. Music at Paxton will take place in Paxton House on the banks of the River Tweed from 13–22 July. The daily concerts will offer an intimate, friendly and relaxed experience and take place in Paxton House’s splendid Picture Gallery.…
Read MoreMemories of Mackintosh’s final work in Glasgow
A fascinating documentary revealing life in and around Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s last major commission in Glasgow has opened. Scotland Street School Remembers has been launched in the 150th anniversary year of the world-renowned architect’s birth. Created by Scottish artist and filmmaker Margaret Moore, Scotland Street School Remembers is now screening at Scotland Street School Museum…
Read MoreNew gin festival coming to Scotland this autumn
Scotland is set to welcome a new festival of gin this autumn. Gin lovers are in for a treat as Trinity Hall, in Holburn, Aberdeen, gets set to host the inaugural G2Gin Festival on 14 and 15 September. A total of 25 gin companies are set to come together at this high-end gin fest, supported…
Read MoreFantastic 50th shooting event for ladies’ club
Scotland’s premier ladies clay shooting club has celebrated its 50th event. Glad Rags & Cartridge Bags were out at the weekend, participating at a new venue for them, Douneside House Hotel in Tarland. Unlike other shooting clubs they do not hold their events at traditional shooting grounds but at the most exquisite locations. The portfolio…
Read MoreHuge demand for upmarket new residential project
Sales at a prestigious Scottish residential project have reached £7.7million – six months before the development itself can even expect its first on-site visitors. The Crescent by CALA Homes (East) is a sweeping glass-fronted curve of 84 luxury apartments on the 18-acre grounds of the former Donaldson’s College, set within the Edinburgh New Town UNESCO…
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