Posts by Kenny Smith
A stitch in time will go on show from this Saturday
An exhibition held every three years in the south of Scotland is getting underway this weekend. Tomorrow (Saturday, 14 April) sees the opening day of Hanging by a Thread at Gracefield Arts Centre in Dumfries. It’s the hotly-anticipated textiles exhibition presented every three years by guild members of the Dumfries and District Embroiderers’ Guild, the…
Read MoreListed status for the Scottish castle that inspired Dracula
The Scottish castle thought to have inspired Bram Stoker’s Dracula has been awarded listed status by Historic Environment Scotland. The listing recognises the special architectural and historic interest of New Slains Castle, from its origins in the 16th century to its significant remodelling in the 19th century. Its spectacular clifftop setting and fascinating historical connections, also contributed to the decision…
Read MoreStunning £1.3million+ sporting estate for sale
Wester Gartchonzie is a delightful mixed sporting estate, which will offer the purchaser a rare opportunity to acquire a 600-acre estate. Presented by Galbraith, it has a desirable traditional farmhouse in an exceptionally scenic location bordering Loch Venacher in Stirlingshire. The property is for sale as a whole or in two lots. Duncan Barrie, who…
Read MoreNow’s the time to spring clean your make-up bag
With the longer days and warmer temperatures finally here, it’s time to spring clean your make-up bag. Streamline your regime and make space in your bathroom cabinet by binning products that are past their best and replacing them with fewer multi-tasking products guaranteed to save your time, space and money. Here are our favourite one-stop…
Read MoreScotland’s on the cusp of a fashion renaissance
Scotland is leading the way when it comes to fashion. That’s the view of Lord Eddy Downpatrick, the founder of the menswear and accessories range FIDIR. What is it about Scotland that makes it so fashionable? I think Scotland is really on the cusp of a movement in terms of fashion; it’s great to see things moving…
Read MoreScotland’s top designers are set to be celebrated
A new exhibition to raise the visibility of outstanding design in Scotland is set to take place. Design Exhibition Scotland is a pioneering project driven by a desire to support and champion design excellence. It will celebrate exceptional objects for the everyday and showcase the work of over 20 contemporary designers and artists working in…
Read MoreComedian Tom Allen makes a return to Scotland
One of the funniest comedians on television is coming to Scotland this summer. Renowned comic Tom Allen – a regular on 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and the Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice, will take centre stage with his new show which has been described as ‘A gold star winning performance’.…
Read MoreScotland offers five new outdoor adventures
A new challenge is coming to Scotland for groups wanting small group adventures with multi-sport endurance challenges. Rat Race Adventure Sports are ripping up the adventure travel rulebook as, from June, they are introducing Project: Explore to the outdoor active travel market, fusing small group adventure trips with the audacious multi-sport endurance challenges the business…
Read MoreSee the Scots band who have outsold Kanye West
One of Scotland’s leading traditional music bands are on track to beat their 2017 record of sell-out shows with their biggest ever gig next month. Following a string of download hits, Skipinnish, which incredibly, out-ranked mainstream acts like Ellie Goulding and Kanye West, sold out every show they played last year. After selling out their…
Read MoreA musical showcase for new talent in Scotland
A showcase of original work by music students in Scotland is taking place next month. PLUG Festival is all about showcasing original compositions by the students of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. Once again there will be an evening of new chamber music by student composers from the Conservatoire in Glasgow, featuring new works by…
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