Posts by Kenny Smith
Former farmhouse set in parkland-like gardens
A hidden gem of the Kintyre peninsula is now on the property market. Presented for sale by Robb Residential, Achnafad Farm (Achnafad – which means Long Meadow) is a delightful former farmhouse with attached stone steadings, the buildings are arranged to form a pretty courtyard. The house stands in lovely parkland type garden grounds which…
Read More‘Death Tech’ entrepreneur aims to help end of life trauma
An East Lothian-based entrepreneur has tapped into the current ‘death tech’ trend by launching the UK’s first ever digital legacy service. The innovative new online product, called Biscuit Tin, is aimed at helping people prepare for their death giving family members peace of mind and minimal stress following the bereavement. Named after the old biscuit…
Read MoreNational awards success for aesthetics centre
An Edinburgh medical and cosmetic centre has won the best clinic in Scotland at the Aesthetics Awards 2019. Since its launch in Edinburgh in spring 2016, Dr Nestor’s Medical & Cosmetic Centre has firmly made its mark in the Scottish aesthetic industry and beyond. And now it has cemented its place as Scotland’s leading clinic,…
Read MoreA small Scottish estate close to a major city
An outstanding small residential estate with striking views and sporting capabilities is now on the property market. Presents for sale by Savills, Mains of Tilliefoure is a compact and well located residential estate with considerable amenity, sporting, farming and woodland interests, extending to some 135.53 acres. It is situated within a most attractive part of…
Read MoreJanuary 2020 is a month to see watercolours
In January 2020, National Galleries of Scotland will exhibit JMW Turner, RSW will present the 139th Open Annual exhibition at the RSA, on the Mound. The Birch Tree Gallery on Dundas Street will also bring back Shetland watercolour painter Peter Davis. January always brings JMW Turner’s works to the display at the National Galleries Scotland.…
Read MoreCharity releases its own gin to boost projects
St Andrews’ charitable organisation The Hamish Foundation recently embarked on an innovative fundraising initiative to support local community projects for 2020 in conjunction with the award winning Tayport Distillery. A series of gin blending masterclasses were held at Hams Hame Pub and Grill with attendees at each event creating their own blend of the popular…
Read MoreKeep an eye out for these rare winter birds
Across the country large numbers of winter thrushes, fieldfares and redwings are turning up on lawns as the temperature plummets. These birds are often mistaken for the song thrush, which can be found in gardens all year round, as they look very similar. Sadly the more familiar song thrush, together with winter visitors fieldfares and…
Read MoreGet ready to see in the New Year from the comfort of home
BBC Scotland has an extended Hogmanay offering of music, chat and entertainment plus celebrations from around the country as the country counts down to 2020. With the surprise retiral of Jackie Bird from BBC Scotland earlier this year, comic Susan Calman fronts the Hogmanay festivities on television this year in an extended offering, including a…
Read MoreStore aims to bring back first footing in Scotland
Supermarket Lidl is set to bring back the age-old tradition with free coal for customers in Scotland. Ahead of Hogmanay, Lidl has announced its plans to revive the Scottish tradition of first-footing after revealing just 14% of Scots plan to take part in the custom this year. The ritual of visiting friends, family and neighbours…
Read MoreIt’s more than a game in Only An Excuse
As 2019 rapidly approaches the final whistle, Scotland’s annual tradition of Only An Excuse returns for its annual kick of the ball. New signings join Jonathan Watson in sketches, spoofs and comic characters that target not just the highs and lows of Scottish football but Scottish life too over the past 12 months. This year’s…
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