Posts by Kenny Smith
Happy nostalgia for beach holidays in Scotland
Wish You Were Still Here: The Scottish Seaside Holiday is a nostalgic look at the long lost Scottish beach holiday. There are plenty of old images which are sure to bring back happy childhood memories for those who enjoyed an annual summer staycation as well as some lovely (and cheeky) old postcard pics. This is…
Read MoreSeven bedroom home close to Ben Nevis for sale
One of Fort William’s best-known B&Bs is now on the property market. Presented for sale by Bell Ingram, The Gantocks, which enjoys panoramic views across Loch Linnhe and the Ardgour Hills, is currently operating as a 5* Bed and Breakfast but would equally make a superb family home. The spacious accommodation at The Gantocks is…
Read MoreRosebank to release two limited edition whiskies
Rosebank Distillery is set to excite whisky enthusiasts worldwide by today (10 February) announcing the release of two limited edition, single cask whiskies. These exceptionally rare casks were specially chosen as they were distilled in 1993, the year of the distillery’s closure and the last time the inimitable spirit ran through the original stills. Of…
Read MoreD for Dumfries in this handy guide to the south
Known as ‘The Queen of the South’, Dumfries is laid out for all to see in this A-Z. Don’t mistake it for a collection of road maps though, this book instead weaves its way through history, famous residents and current hidden gems. In some ways, it’s really a love letter to the market town. Smith…
Read MoreIndustry announces new fund to boost city economy
Experience Glasgow is calling for businesses to be brave and undertake collaborative working to help grow the visitor tourism economy. Over 60 leaders from top businesses including Mharsanta, Native, Red Bus Bistro and MacIntosh at The Willow came together at the Glasgow Champions event led by the new Experience Glasgow tourism network at Bowlarama at…
Read MoreA spacious country house with excellent outbuildings
A six bedroom house in a tranquil, rural location is now presented to the property market. Quietly situated amongst an established rural landscape close to Auchterarder and Blackford, Rettie are marketing Brookfield House, in Perthshire, a spacious country house with excellent outbuildings, established gardens and a private and peaceful setting close to Gleneagles Hotel. On…
Read MoreScottish jewellery designer pledges support to charity
Orkney-based jewellery designer Sheila Fleet OBE has confirmed that one of her favourite collections will support Pancreatic Cancer Scotland (PCS). She has chosen to do this in memory of her late husband, Rick, who she sadly lost to the disease in 2013 at age 68. Every piece sold from her Daisies at Dawn collection will…
Read MoreNew study looks at how culture could be opened up
The National Trust for Scotland has published new public opinion research on current cultural activity in Scotland, and the barriers to its development, ahead of the Scottish Government’s first Culture Strategy for 20 years. The research – Scotland’s Culture Strategy: overcoming barriers and unlocking benefits – sets out how different cultural activities are currently enjoyed…
Read MoreOut of this world photography from South Uist
The light, the wildlife and the sheer natural beauty of South Uist capture the heart of photographer Jef Martin on a daily basis – a passion he shares with his thousands of Instagram followers. It was a summer work placement back in 1999 that first introduced Frenchman Jef Martin to the Outer Hebrides. ‘When I…
Read MoreEdinburgh is top dog in Britain for pooches
Edinburgh has been crowned ‘Top Dog’ when it comes to the UK’s most dog-friendly city breaks in a new study. Carried out by dog food company tails.com, like a dog with a bone, they scoured the country, visiting city break destinations based on the things that matter most to dogs and their owners. Edinburgh scored…
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