Posts by Kenny Smith
Johnnie Walker joins RSPB Scotland to save peatland
Johnnie Walker Scotch whisky has joined forces with RSPB Scotland to help save a crucial area of peatland in one of Scotland’s national parks. The plans were announced during a visit by Mairi McAllan, Minister for Environment, Biodiversity and Land Reform in the Scottish Government, who has responsibility for peatlands, to RSPB Scotland’s Abernethy Nature…
Read MoreWe discuss the new Scottish Field in our 16th podcast
The new issue of Scottish Field is now in shops and we bring you an extensive preview of it in this week’s podcast. Chief sub Rosie Morton and web editor Kenny Smith go through the latest edition in depth as they pick out their highlights of our August edition. The pair discuss the art of…
Read MoreOld Edinburgh Trams is a fascinating look at the past
Edinburgh’s tram system has created a lot of interest in other parts of Scotland, who are keen to see a once-common mode of transport restored in a modern way. With talks of extending the route throughout the capital, author Kenneth G Williamson has celebrated his love of trams with a book, Old Edinburgh Trams. The…
Read MoreSt Leonards students excel with outstanding IB exam results
Students at St Leonards School in St Andrews, have had reason to celebrate this week following an outstanding set of International Baccalaureate Diploma results. Recognised for strong academic achievement, and for being one of just two IB continuum schools in the UK, St Leonards is proud to announce an average points score of 35, out…
Read MoreA fascinating guide to Dundee Pubs past and present
One of the great things about visiting any city or town in Scotland is discovering its pubs. Whether you’re popping in for a quick drink, or to have a spot of lunch, you come to realise that so many of the buildings will have long and fascinating histories. Amberley Publishing are celebrating these drinking establishments…
Read MoreThe life of a highly-respected Scots surgeon
In this autobiography, Sir Kenneth Calman details his life as one of the most influential medics of his time. From growing up in a council house in Glasgow to becoming the only person to be appointed Chief Medical Officer of both Scotland and England, this is a story of hard work and perseverance. An awe-inspiring,…
Read MoreCampervan Brewery release their first two sour beers
A year after launching its Lost in Leith barrel aged range, the Campervan Brewery to release the first two sour beers. The Leith-based Brewery is releasing barrel aged sour beers with the launch of the Foeder Cherry Sour and the Jasmine Brett Berliner in collaboration with local tea merchant eteaket. Those beers have been over…
Read MoreThe Macallan and Bentley forging new partnership
The Macallan single malt Scotch whisky and luxury car manufacturer Bentley Motors have revealed a unique partnership. This pairing will build on their rich heritage to develop distinctive collaborations and further their vision of a more sustainable future. United by a dedication to mastery, craftsmanship, creativity, and innovation, the two world-leading brands will share learnings…
Read MoreThe Elements are coming together for a jewellery festival
The names of the makers have been unveiled for the seventh annual Elements festival – Scotland’s biggest celebration of jewellery, silver and gold. Organised by the Scottish Goldsmiths Trust, in partnership with Lyon and Turnbull auctioneers, it will feature a blend of physical pop-ups and new online shop between September and November. As ever Elements…
Read MoreStrathallan student all ready to paddle for Team GB
Strathallan pupil Findlay McLean has been selected to represent Team GB at the Junior European Championships in Slovenia next month. The canoeing scholar from Crieff is thrilled by the announcement. Findlay, who trains with Breadblane CC and Strathallan CC, will join Ryan Mallon in the MC2 class as they prepare to race on the Soča…
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