Posts by Kenny Smith
Sir Walter Scott’s love of angling is revealed
While on a tour of Sir Walter Scott’s glorious home Abbotsford, author Keith Harwood stumbled on the first hint of the writer’s life beyond poetry and literature, finding upon his hand-painted wallpaper the figure of an angler. In this book Harwood explores Scott’s love of fishing, detailing beautifully how he first caught the angling bug,…
Read MoreFort William Mountain Festival 2021 goes Covid-19 safe
An online programme for the Fort William Mountain Festival 2021 has been announced. As a direct result of the current Covid-19 restrictions, organisers of the Fort William Mountain Festival have announced a fully digital programme for the 17th edition of the world-renowned festival. And it will feature a collection of adventure films covering 12 different…
Read MoreStunning private and secluded estate in the countryside
A beautiful home featured in the works of Robert Burns is on the property market. Presented by Savills, Skeldon House, along with Castle Cottage and The Coach House in Dalrymple, Ayrshire, stand in approximately 125 acres of land surrounded by planned formal gardens, lush green lawns and extensive natural woodland. It sits within an idyllic…
Read MoreWriters give an insight into their fascinating work
Scotland’s book town is doing its bit to keep people entertained and informed during lockdown. From the personal to the national and international – the online Wigtown Wednesdays are a chance to explore change, renewal and vice. The free online sessions, organised by Wigtown Festival Company (WFC), have been a popular way for audiences to…
Read MoreCOCO on the go as chocolate maker moves
The small batch premium Scottish chocolate maker is creating a new manufacturing facility and visitor centre. COCO Chocolatier is expanding its operations at the thriving Port Edgar Marina in South Queensferry on the outskirts of Edinburgh. COCO Chocolatier, which brings together chocolate and art, is moving from its current base in Portobello to take over…
Read MoreCelebrating 90 years of Scottish hostelling
Hostelling Scotland celebrated its 90th birthday on Scotland. Previously known as the Scottish Youth Hostels Association, to mark this major milestone the self-funded charity is introducing all babies born in the month of February 2021 to the world of hostelling by offering them a free lifetime membership (worth £150). Since 1931, the organisation’s mission has…
Read MoreFamous clock restored by Johnnie Walker
One of Edinburgh’s best-known landmarks was restored in time for Valentine’s Day by Johnnie Walker. The beautiful cantilever clock is located on the corner of Princes Street and Hope Street at the heart of the city, making it the ideal rendezvous point for couples meeting before an evening out. It is known locally as the…
Read MoreA thrilling crime novel packed with suspense
Set in the familiar backdrop of bonnie Scotland, Douglas-Home has ingeniously tapped into the country’s intrinsic qualities to create a crime novel full of suspense. The journalist turned author juxtaposes the hustle of Edinburgh city centre with the eerily quiet hills of the Highlands, cleverly setting the perfect scene for crimes to be committed, and…
Read MoreKeep your dog on the lead as lambing season begins
Several Scottish organisations have united in an urgent plea to dog owners across the country to keep their dogs under proper control around livestock. Lambing season is already well underway in Scotland, and most of the ewes we see now grazing the hills and fields are heavily pregnant at this time of year. Already farmers…
Read MoreFishing rights with a Highland country house hotel
A delightful Highland hotel with access to fishing rights on three nearby lochs has been put up for sale. Presented by agents Bell Ingram, the Overscaig House Hotel is set in an idyllic location near Lairg, Sutherland, and has eight en-suite letting bedrooms, plus spacious owners’ and staff accommodation. The 3-Star STB hotel sits in…
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