Posts by Kenny Smith
Modern living in a converted former water mill
A characterful five bedroom converted water mill situated within wonderful garden grounds is now for sale. Presented by Savills and located in an elevated position surrounded by the Aberdeenshire countryside, Lurg Lodge was imaginatively converted in 1998, has been significantly refurbished since then, and now benefits from extensive living space ideal for modern family living.…
Read MoreA celebration of the tenacious foxes
Each time I have seen a fox, both rural and urban, I have been struck by their oddly captivating quality. Their resourcefulness, intelligence and tenacity are just some of the qualities which are celebrated in ecologist Adele Brand’s thought-provoking exploration of one of Britain’s most familiar, enigmatic and misunderstood creatures. Charmingly written, this book will…
Read MoreScottish Rural Awards 2020 tickets are available
The Scottish Rural Awards 2020 take place in early April – and tickets are on sale now. The sixth Scottish Rural Awards and gala dinner will take place on Thursday, 2 April, and tickets are now on sale. Tickets are priced from ÂŁ94.50 to ÂŁ105 each, and can be bought HERE. We will announce the…
Read MoreHeart escalopes are different – and quick to cook
Fred Berkmiller wants to help Scotland re-connect with food by breaking the stranglehold of supermarkets and teaching people to cook unusual cuts of meat. Berkmiller also uses cuts of meat such as ox cheek or pigs’ trotters. This too is an ethical choice as the meat would otherwise be wasted. But it also tastes good:…
Read MoreJust over a week left to vote for Eat Game Awards finalists
There’s just eight days left to vote in the second edition of the national Eat Game Awards. The team behind the Eat Game Awards has been working flat out not only to bring this tasty, nutritious, free range meat to the attention of a wider national audience, they have also been encouraging people up and…
Read MoreScots firm inspires brewers of the world to unite
A total of 250 brewers from 24 countries will simultaneously release unique, small-batch beers to bring clean water to developing countries – and it’s all because of Scottish craft beer brand Brewgooder. The Scottish social enterprise on a mission to bring clean drinking water to one million people in developing countries has launched its biggest…
Read MoreExperience the essential with Princess Yachts
Your yacht is a statement of your lifestyle and an extension of yourself. Your yacht needs to deliver exceptional experiences for you, your family and friends. Princess Yachts Scotland’s forward-thinking mentality and meticulous attention to details help them design every Princess Yacht to perfection. So whether you are setting sail or mooring in that luxurious…
Read MoreA stone farmhouse renovated to a good standard
A Scottish farmhouse renovated to high standard, and offering far reaching views, is now on the property market. Presented by Galbraith, Nottingham Farmhouse, with lovely views out over the Howe of Fife, is a charming farmhouse largely constructed of stone under a slate roofs and has been recently renovated to a high standard. A central…
Read MoreRemembering inspirational designer Bernat Klein
Borders Textile Towerhouse is hosting an afternoon of talks and film focusing on the work and legacy of the influential textile designer, Bernat Klein, which will inspire textile students and fans of fashion of any age. This free event, which takes place on 22 March, will feature a screening of the film Refuge Britain, and…
Read MoreThe British Game Alliance appoints its new CEO
The British Game Alliance has announced that Liam Stokes has been appointed as its new chief executive officer. Liam has dedicated his career to the countryside, most recently stepping up to the role of senior leader for farming sector policy at DEFRA, where he has worked at the heart of future food and farming policy.…
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