Posts by Kenny Smith
Anchored Under Red Rock exhibition will be a coastal treat
The Fine Art Society in Edinburgh is presenting a stunning display of work inspired by the coastline. Anchored Under Red Rock is a selling exhibition of works from across the career of Devon-based artist Graham Rich. Rich’s works range from large scale installations to small constructed scenes formed from the remnants of boats and objects…
Read MoreRoxburghe Hotel and golf resort sell for over ÂŁ3.25million
A Scottish golf hotel and course have been sold to a German investment firm in a deal worth more than ÂŁ3.25million. Acting on behalf of Roxburghe Estates, international real estate advisor Savills has agreed the sale of The Roxburghe hotel and golf course, near Kelso in the Scottish Borders, to 12.18 Investment Management GmbH. The…
Read MoreThe Cabrach Distillery project takes another step forward
Plans to create a new distillery on the southern edge of Moray have taken a step forward. The Cabrach Trust wants to a historic distillery and visitor/heritage centre, with associated facilities, by converting Inverharroch Farm into the facility. Work on the distillery and heritage centre site, which received planning permission in September last year, is…
Read MoreMajority of Scots feel they are now stuck in a rut
NINE in 10 Scots are facing daily dĂ©jĂ vu, claiming they are stuck in their very own version of Groundhog Day, according to new research. Commissioned by natural source water brand, Highland Spring, the study of 1,500 adults took an in depth look into the daily routines of Brits and discovered the extent to which…
Read MoreIf you love a dram then you want to be part of our panel
If you love a dram, then you definitely want to be a part of the Scottish Field Whisky Challenge readers’ panel. Each year, Scottish Field reader blind taste tests drams which have been sent to us by distilleries all over the country. And, as always, we’re looking to assemble a crack team of judges from…
Read MoreGlasgow and Edinburgh to host musical celebrations
VE Day celebrations in Scotland are being marked with a special musical production. In commemoration of the miracle of Dunkirk and the decisive victory of the Battle of Britain,Our Finest Hour will see TV star Kevin Whately host a pair of triumphant and rousing concerts in Edinburgh and Glasgow. Featuring vocalist Annie Gill and the…
Read MoreDistillery receives a trio of honours at world awards
A Scots distillery has been toasting its success at the recent World Whiskies Awards. Loch Lomond Group’s single malts triumphed across a range of categories at the 2018 World Whiskies Awards, including a trio of prestigious Best in Class accolades. The Loch Lomond Inchmoan 12 Year Old Single Malt, which is produced at the group’s…
Read More‘Lost’ episode of TV legend returns on DVD
Patrick Macnee was a British TV legend and one of the biggest stars of the sixties. Long before Iron Man, the Hulk, Captain America and Spider-Man came along, The Avengers were John Steed and Dr David Keel, two British men fighting against the criminal underworld in London. As his name indicates, Macnee – who died…
Read MoreNorth Coast 500 joins the fight against Scotland’s litter
Scotland’s iconic touring route along the country’s northern coastline has joined a national campaign to clean up the nation’s roads. The North Coast 500 is now part of a national campaign to ensure the roads are kept clean, keeping the stunning natural beauty of the area intact. This initiative, led by environmental charity Keep Scotland…
Read MoreScotland’s top 10 long haul holiday destinations
Scottish travellers’ favourite international holiday spots are Houston, New York and Varadero, according to new details released today. More than half-a-million Scots made their way to Manchester Airport last year to head for sunnier climes, and other long-haul routes Scots also prefer include Orlando, Punta Cana, Barbados and Cancun. The airport said that as well…
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