Posts by Kenny Smith
Relocating red squirrels is saving the species
Relocating endangered squirrels offers a road to recovery. Safeguarding red squirrels in Scotland may be an ongoing concern, but the pioneering work of one man is offering hope for the future of this threatened species. Ornithologist and wildlife consultant Roy Dennis MBE has an impressive track record. His name is frequently linked with ospreys, a…
Read MorePlay that funky music – in a classic vehicle
A DJ booth with a difference, the FunkWagen camper is certainly going places. From scale models on key rings to popping up on coffee mugs and wallpaper, retro VW camper vans have been enjoying a comeback. And one resurgent vehicle has become the life and soul of the party. Brainchild of Edinburgh entrepreneur Jane James,…
Read MoreCapturing an estate in its year-round glory
Straloch Estate sits on the edge of the Cairngorms National Park, a diverse and beautiful spot for visitors. Photographer John MacPherson’s challenge was to capture the essence of this vast estate as a birthday gift for owner Lucy Holt from her husband Will. ‘I was approached to show the way the estate changes over the…
Read MoreTime to put an end to the tartan terrors
Unless we call a halt to the riot of garish new designs threatening our national dress – such as the luminous Incredible Hulk tartan – we risk losing the collective pride in our plaid. Tartan has been rooted in Scotland’s heritage for centuries. The history of the fabric goes back to the checked and striped…
Read MoreA comfortable family home – for £825,000+
An exceptional home situated in delightful private grounds is now for sale. Presented by Galbraith, Westfield House is a beautiful Georgian house set in a lovely grounds and offers spacious well-proportioned accommodation over three levels and also benefits from a self-contained two bedroom annexe. The house has been significantly upgraded and improved by the current…
Read MoreThe full story of the Jacobite Rebellions
Jonathan Oates delivers an extensive account of the Jacobite Rebellions, from their origins in 1688 to their decisive finale in Culloden in 1746. He analyses intricate details such as the tactics used by the opposing sides, citing eyewitness accounts and archaeological records to support his findings. For those wishing to fill in the gaps in…
Read MoreA look at the 20th century through a Scot’s eyes
An amazing and personal insight into one man’s view of life, love and war in one of the most turbulent periods of the 20th century is coming to our TV screens. Feature-length film Harry Birrell Presents Films of Love & War is being given its TV debut on the BBC Scotland channel, on Tuesday, 17…
Read MoreDeer group cancel AGM over Corona virus threat
The Association of Deer Management Groups annual general meeting, which was due to take place next week, has been postponed due to the Corona virus threat. The annual gathering of around 200 of Scotland’s upland deer managers was due to take place at the Drumossie Hotel, Inverness on Wednesday 18 March. It will be rescheduled…
Read MoreA blue ling with pearl barley risotto recipe
Blairgowrie fishmonger and chef Willie Little has a passion for fish. He moved into fish wholesaling, owning the company Ocean Traders, which led to him setting up his award-winning fishmonger, Fish in Crieff. Selling the wholesale company, Willie was left with the fishmongers, but for a man whose working day starts at 5.30am and ends…
Read MoreA former railway station on the property market
A former railway station on the route of the Speyside Way, in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, has come to the open market. Presented by Galbraith, the main purpose of Cromdale Station, commonly referred to as the Speyside Railway, was to service the many distilleries which lie in the region. Cromdale had a…
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