Posts by Kenny Smith
Erskine Hotel and Spa has a new owner
The Erskine Hotel and Spa has been sold to an expanding operator. Situated in Erskine on the west coast, overlooking the River Clyde and only 14 miles west of Glasgow city centre, stands The Erskine Bridge Hotel, extending across approximately six acres of land. The purpose-built hotel has been purchased by MGM Muthu Hotels in…
Read MoreThe March 2020 edition of Scottish Field is out now
The March 2020 edition of Scottish Field is now available. In this packed issue, we head to the Borders. We meet Melrose teacher Tom Rawson and his pupils as they spearhead the fight against pollution along the Tweed, we discover a flock of Chilean flamingos that now call the Borders home, and a visit to…
Read MoreThis is a book that might float your boat
Essex born David Christie, moved to Callander, Central Scotland, in the early 70s, which is when his fascination with The Caledonian MacBrayne fleet of car and passenger ferries began. After taking a journey on the last of the MacBraynes turbine steamers, King George V, on an evening cruise to Oban, Christie was smitten. Even managing…
Read More‘The Perfect Collection’ of whisky for auction from today
The largest private collection of whisky ever to go to auction goes on sale from today (Friday). By value and volume, the collection is the most significant to ever go on public sale and has been described as The Perfect Collection. The Perfect Collection by Richard Gooding, consists of over 3,900 bottles of primarily single…
Read MoreScots charity raises ÂŁ50,000 at its Burns Supper
Specialist charity Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Scotland has raised ÂŁ50,000 at its 29th annual Burns Supper with the help of luxury jeweller and diamond retailer, Chisholm Hunter. A long-standing supporter of the charity, Chisholm Hunter have sponsored the annual A Question of Burn” event for over a decade, and this year donated a range of luxury…
Read MoreAn alternative dining experience for Galentine’s Day
The Ivy Buchanan Street has teamed up with Veuve Clicquot to offer guests an alternative dining experience this Galentines – Thursday, 13 February, to celebrate the strength of female friendships. Anyone that reserves a table of four or more from 6pm onwards will receive a complimentary bottle of Veuve Clicquot Brut RosĂ© 75cl. Whether you’re…
Read MoreMichel Roux Jnr opens new housing development
Allanwater Homes Silver Glen development in Alva has had a very special visitor, with top chef and culinary legend, Michel Roux Jr, coming along to officially open the development’s first showhome. The four bedroom Cuillin showhome is the first showhome in Scotland to feature one of Michel’s range of kitchens, called Roux Kitchens which have…
Read MoreDesigners convert listed garage into restaurant
Glasgow-based Mosaic Architecture and Design have given Ka Pao, the new South East Asian restaurant housed in the basement of the recently converted Botanic Gardens Garage in Glasgow’s West End, a distinct look and feel to complement its menu. Run by the company behind the popular Kelvingrove restaurant Ox and Finch, Ka Pao, which accommodates…
Read MoreBog Squad celebrates six years of success in peatlands
Wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation celebrates six years of the incredibly successful Bog Squad initiative next month. Begun in 2014 this Squad, of volunteers established and managed by Butterfly Conservation Scotland, is tasked to carry out rehabilitation works on damaged peat bogs across the Scottish Lowlands. These volunteers are working on the front lines in the…
Read MoreThe Voice of Rugby’s legacy still lives on
It was 10 years since his passing in January, and with the rugby Six Nations in full swing, there is still a noticeable absence of the dulcet Border tones of Bill McLaren CBE dancing from our TV speakers. McLaren delivered some of the greatest one liners in sporting commentary whilst not only sharing his passion…
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