Posts by Kenny Smith
Finalists for three tourism awards are revealed
The shortlist for three national awards at the Scottish Thistle Awards has been unveiled. Tourism businesses and events shortlisted for the Best Business Event, Best Sporting Event and Inclusive Tourism category will battle it out to be crowned the national winner at this year’s Scottish Thistle Awards National Final to be held on 5 March…
Read MoreA charming village cottage with original fittings
An attractive traditional Scottish village home retaining many charming traditional features is now for sale. Presented by Galbraith, Woodlands is a superb detached village home with many desirable qualities including retention of the original character and period features. The front vestibule leads to the inner hall, both with exposed timber flooring. The sitting room and…
Read MoreA journey of discovery returns for the New Year
From New Year’s Day to Burns Night on 25 January, Message from the Skies returns for a free journey of discovery through the streets of Edinburgh. Message from the Skies 2020 – Shorelines, presents a collection of written pieces to Scotland reflecting on our relationship with our seas, waters and coasts and our maritime heritage…
Read MoreTrust makes a declaration on property’s heritage
Conservation charity the National Trust for Scotland has announced its plans to invest over £700,000 at one of its properties. The investment at the House of Dun, near Montrose, will completely re-purpose the property, which encompasses the Montrose Basin Nature Reserve, as a historical park for Angus which tells the story of the county, the…
Read MoreAn exciting tale set in medieval Europe
Neil Oliver, historian and charismatic presenter of BBC’s Coast, tells the exciting and fictional tale of a young Scot who sets off on a great journey across medieval Europe to fulfil a death-bed promise. Older children and teenagers will love the rich narrative and scintillating story-line inspired by real historical characters. Master of Shadows, by…
Read MoreOn the eleventh day of Christmas… Murthly Estate
On the eleventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me… the gift of corporate hire. If you’re looking for somewhere really special for your business event, Murthly Estate is the place to be. Base your event at Murthly Castle, which is completely private and surrounded by a walled garden and extensive tree-lined avenues.…
Read More£2.65m+ can buy stunning home and estate Cairnty House
A superb Speyside residential and sporting estate has come to the market. Cairnty Estate comprises a fabulous Georgian-style contemporary home with glorious views across the Spey Valley and set in several acres of beautiful gardens and grounds. It offers excellent pheasant shooting, roe deer stalking and trout fishing and also includes farming, forestry and residential…
Read MoreOn the tenth day of Christmas… The Lanrick Estate
On the tenth day of Christmas my true love gave to me, the gift of fishing. Whether you are a keen salmon fly fisherman or looking for special day out, this stretch of river is a hidden gem. Offering tranquillity and surrounded by ancient woodland The Lanrick water of the River Teith is one of…
Read MoreOn the ninth day of Christmas… Hotel du Vin Edinburgh
On the ninth day of Christmas my true love gave to me, the gift of weddings. Hotel du Vin Edinburgh provides the perfect backdrop for weddings and civil partnerships as you glide elegantly from ceremony to celebration and beyond – all orchestrated flawlessly by your own personal wedding planner. Nestled deep in Edinburgh’s Old Town…
Read MoreTake a trip back in time with Scottish Field
It’s been another busy year at Scottish Field – both in print and online. Over the last 12 months, we’ve brought you thousands of pages of the best of Scotland, celebrating the fine and the good of our nation. To mark the end of 2019, we’ve decided to delve into the extensive, and in places…
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