Posts by Kenny Smith
Laings training staff in CPR to make more lifesavers
Luxury jewellers Laings are committed to working with their charity partner, the British Heart Foundation (BHF), in a number of ways. Over the past few months they’ve been supporting the BHF in their vision to build a Nation of Lifesavers and have held CPR training for staff across all of their locations in the UK.…
Read MoreHow to garden in a cold climate
Angela Slater from Hayes Garden World gives some advice on your garden during the winter months. Gardening in a cold climate can be challenging, but not impossible provided that you choose plants which are adapted for extreme conditions. If you want to grow more tender plants, these will require a frost-free greenhouse for the winter,…
Read MoreTwo more dates for National Whisky Festival of Scotland
The National Whisky Festival of Scotland has announced two more events for 2020 following the sell out success of last weekend’s festival in Glasgow’s SWG3. Following popular previous editions in Edinburgh and Aberdeen, NWF will be making its way back to both cities this year, first heading to Edinburgh’s Summerhall on Saturday 18 July before…
Read MoreAn attractive period home with a modern extension
An outstanding village house offering fantastic period accommodation with a delightful garden is now on the market. Presented by Galbraith, Castlebank House is a superb family house standing in a central position in the sought after village of Ceres. With a charming stone facade under a slate roof, with modern extension to the rear, Castlebank…
Read MoreSu Pollard brings acclaimed role back to Scotland
An eighties TV icon is returning to Scotland this spring, as part of an extensive UK tour. Following a successful run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2018, Su Pollard (Hi-De-Hi! and You Rang M’Lord?) returns to reprise her role in Harpy by award-winning playwright Philip Meeks. Best known for her star-turn as Peggy in…
Read MoreAn anti-rhino poaching adventure for young adults
The story of Finn Summers’ African holiday takes unexpected twists and turns in Annabel Claridge’s latest novel. The tale about the illegal rhino horn trade and a bid to save these animals has relatable characters and excellent descriptions of the surroundings transporting you into the story alongside Finn. The Rhino Farm, which raises awareness of…
Read MoreAn Italian inspiration for new capital eaterie
Inspired by the Italian way of drinking, the newly opened Hey Palu pays homage to the country’s rich and vibrant cocktail culture. It features a traditional aperitivo menu, bar snacks, and decor reminiscent of 1930s Italy. Located on Bread Street in Edinburgh’s city centre, the aperitivo-led bar is owned equally by couple Alex Palumbo and…
Read MoreAttractive 17th century home – yours for £1million+
An enchanting and meticulously restored 17th century house in secluded grounds is now for sale – for over £1million. Northfield House, in Prestonpans, East Lothian, is presented to the market by Savills. This is a rare opportunity to acquire an enchanting family house in excellent order in delightful and secluded garden grounds of 1.74 acres.…
Read MoreLearn more about Scotland’s fishing industry
The documentary series looking at Scotland’s fishing industry continues this week. The second episode of the new series of Fish Town, catches up with the Westro, skippered by James West. It has been fishing in the North Sea for three days hunting prawns but so far the crew has struggled to find the catch. James…
Read MoreBook festival brings millions to Scots economy
The Wigtown Book Festival generated £4.3 million for the Scottish economy last year – up from £2.3 million since 2013. The new economic impact study, by Bellerby Economics, also underlined the annual festival’s importance in supporting jobs and attracting visitors to Dumfries and Galloway. The study included the results from 400 face-to-face interviews with visitors…
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