Posts by Kenny Smith
The Old Abbey School is a class act of a property
The Old Abbey School is a substantial, detached early Victorian town house dating from approximately 1850. Presented by Knight Frank, this is a substantial, detached home in Melrose which comprises of a hall, three reception rooms, four bedrooms, two bathrooms and one ensuite and kitchen/breakfast room. It began life as the stables for the Episcopalian Rectory…
Read MoreThe May issue of Scottish Field is in the shops now
The May issue of Scottish Field is out now, priced ÂŁ4.25.  Have you got yours yet? This month, we profile charismatic Trainspotting and Star Wars star Ewan McGregor, looking at the stellar rise of his career, to become the first major Scottish screen star since Sean Connery. Our area feature this month takes us to Dumfries and Galloway, as…
Read MoreA magnificent gesture to boost a great charity
The generosity of Scottish rural businesses is helping children across the country. At last week’s Scottish Rural Awards, there was a whisky raffle, which saw a bottle of Tomintoul up for grabs at each table, with one lucky winner receiving the prize. As a result, the amazing total of ÂŁ3081.50, was raised at the event,…
Read MoreA tribute to the fallen at Edinburgh Castle
The centenary of the end of the First World War will be marked by an exhibition in Edinburgh Castle, starting tomorrow (Friday). It will be held in the castle’s National War Museum, and will highlight the history and significance of the poppy as a symbol of remembrance. Featuring loans from Poppy Scotland and the Lady…
Read MoreThere’s lots to do at the castle’s family fun day
A Scottish castle is hosting its annual fundraising family open day with a special castle theme next month. On Sunday, 15 April, Winton Castle in East Lothian will mark the move it made last year to change the name from Winton House back to its original name of Winton Castle, more fitting for a 500…
Read MoreBook review – The Story of Edinburgh by John Peacock
What’s the story? The Story of Edinburgh by John Peacock details the rich history of Scotland’s capital city from as far back as 8,000 BC to the modern day. John Peacock shares his knowledge of how Edinburgh was affected by worldwide developments such as industrialisation, immigration, wealth and poverty and how new transportation systems exposed…
Read MoreThe Berwickshire Hunt Ball, at Duns Castle, Scottish Borders
The Berwickshire Hunt Ball took place at Duns Castle in the Scottish Borders, and Scottish Field was there to capture the occasion. Pictures by Angus Blackburn. Click on any of the images below to find out how to order them. [zenfolio-gallery id=”999206815″ masonry=”true”]
Read MoreShooting ladies do their bit to back a great cause
Scotland’s premier ladies clay shooting club Glad Rags & Cartridge Bags and the Edinburgh branch of the luxury British clothing company teamed up to raise a fantastic ÂŁ600 for the charity CLAN. This unique event took place at Raemoir House in Aberdeenshire. After a morning of clay shooting instruction, the ladies were treated to a…
Read MoreTwo new arrivals at award-winning Scottish hotel
Links House at Royal Dornoch has announced the arrival of a new head chef and food and beverage manager. It coincides with the 2018 opening of their expanded restaurant. Links House was the recent winner of the HITA Award for Best Restaurant Experience in the Highlands and Islands. The award-winning Orangery has been closed for…
Read MoreLochside home is set in beautiful Argyll woodlands
A home with a beautiful loch frontage, across of woodland and a stunning location could be yours. Bell Ingram present Achnambroc, in Inverinan, Taynuilt, Argyll, is a detached bungalow constructed around 1972, set in 23 acres with 480m shore frontage on Loch Awe. The property is registered as a small holding. Included with the property are…
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