Posts by Kenny Smith
B-listed farmhouse comes with garden centre and tearoom
An impressive Georgian farmhouse with a small garden centre and coffee shop is now for sale. Presented to the market by Galbraith, Overton Farm offers an impressive Category B-listed farmhouse with spacious living accommodation situated in a peaceful rural situation. There are 12.28 acres of grounds in all, with 10.6 acres of grazing land, presently…
Read MoreBlindfolded driver will do a lap of Knockhill for charity
A former motorsport driver who has lost his sight is set for a lap of glory – by driving blindfolded around Knockhill’s race circuit for charity. John, an avid motor sportsman, has recently lost his sight to such an extent that he can no longer legally drive. It affects him every day, not least as…
Read MoreBreathing new life into the good old spud
Makars Gourmet Mash Bar When it comes to the ultimate comfort food nothing can compete with good old mashed potato, at least in my opinion. So you can imagine my delight when I walked down Shandwick Place the other day and did a double take when I spied a new Makars Gourmet Mash Bar, which…
Read MoreBringing children closer to nature with local deer
A Scottish carer has turned pioneer by introducing disadvantaged children in South Lanarkshire to the wonders of the wild deer that find a home on the city fringes. David Quarrell from East Kilbride wanted to combine his skills as carer and as an authority on urban deer to help connect local kids in the care…
Read MoreAdventures and fun await for the whole family
Adventure awaits in Dumfries and Galloway after Drumlanrig Castle opened its doors for 2018. Visitor season at Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate is well and truly underway, and is set for a bumper year suited to family days out, individual’s countryside pursuits and group travel trips. The estate team is encouraging visitors to pick up…
Read MoreScots food producers in line for a ÂŁ1.5million boost
A supermarket is giving Scotland a ÂŁ1.5million boost by taking fine Scottish produce and sharing it across the nation. From tomorrow, 5 April, Lidl will celebrate home-grown Scottish Favourites, offering a delicious selection of up to 80 products for customers, and projected sales worth a huge ÂŁ1.5 million for Scottish business partners combined. Across 95…
Read MoreLearn more about Edinburgh’s famous ‘corpse flower’
Edinburgh’s most stinky plant will once more be the focus of attention at an open evening later this month. The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh’s most famous and smelliest plant, the Amorphophallus Titanum, which hit the headlines when it flowered for the first time in 2015 and then again last summer. On Wednesday, 18 April, Horticulturists…
Read MoreCharacter, elegance and charm at The Whinney
Character, chocolate box good looks, a scenic spot and an elegant and charming decor are all you could hope for in a country property. The Whinney, in Cessford, near Morebattle in the Scottish Borders, is a four bedroomed home, presented to the market by Hastings Legal. This unique and bespoke design four bedroom cottage sits…
Read MoreNew partnership to help boost Duke of Edinburgh Award
Scottish outdoor adventure retail specialist Tiso has signed an exclusive three-year partnership with the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme. Tiso, which has had roots in Edinburgh for over 55 years, has been named a Recommended Retailer of Expedition Kit for the highly respected award. Effective from 1 April and with the JD group (which incorporates…
Read MoreThe Far East’s demand for Scottish drinks is growing
Scotland’s leading exporter of craft beer and spirits is celebrating after signing several deals with Japanese importers while dramatically growing the number of produces with whom it collaborates. Chris Miller, director of JW Filshill International, said the number of distillers it was working with had doubled as it continued to generate new business overseas, particularly…
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