Posts by Kenny Smith
Meet the ex-gamekeeper who gifted Billy Connolly a banjo
Euan F Cattanach hails from a long line of retired gamekeepers. Here, though, is one gamekeeper who has a few extra strings to his bow. Working from his shed in Aberfeldy in Perthshire, he is one of a few ‘band of brothers’ making banjos. His workshop recently had no other than Billy Connolly dropping by…
Read MoreNo Brexit or election hit for Ayrshire property
Independent property consultancy Galbraith reports that the Ayrshire housing market has continued to be active. This is despite the dual effect of an impending general election and the continued Brexit uncertainty which was expected to have caused a slowdown. The firm’s quarterly sales report for the period from 1 July to 30 September 2019 shows…
Read MoreA one of a kind piece in 22-carat Scottish Gold
Christie’s will hold an auction of Important Jewels next week, at which bidders will have a unique opportunity to obtain a one-of-a-kind piece created in rare 22-carat Scottish Gold. Edinburgh jewellers and Royal Warrant Holders, Hamilton & Inches, have crafted a cuff bracelet as part of their series of celebratory jewels using the gold, which…
Read MoreVictorian romance is at the heart of a historic farm
A romantic connection with the Cotswolds makes historic Woodhead Farm one of Aberdeenshire’s most fascinating properties. Presented for sale by Bell Ingram as a whole, or in two separate lots, the beautiful five-bedroom farm cottage was rebuilt in the late 19th century by Sir Arthur Grant, the 9th Baronet of Monymusk. The story goes that…
Read MoreNew Scots cola with a hint of heather is launched
A new Scottish cola drink has been launched in time for St Andrew’s Day and the festive season. Glaswegians Chris Ewing and Niall Holmes of the Caledonian Cola Company are launching a new premium craft drink, Alba Cola, designed for people looking for a new cola drinking experience and a contemporary change from the big…
Read MoreIt’s all in the name as Scottish Natural Heritage rebrands
Scotland’s national nature agency, Scottish Natural Heritage, will change its name to NatureScot from May 1 next year. This is part of plans to adapt the organisation to meet current environment challenges. Recent global UN reports on climate change and biodiversity loss have issued a stark warning on the need for transformational change in the…
Read MoreMajor celebration of Scots Colourist J D Fergusson
Derain, Peploe and Matisse to be displayed alongside J D Fergusson in a major new exhibition celebrating the Scottish Colourist. The works of one of the most significant Scottish artists of the modern age are to go on display in a major new exhibition at Perth Museum and Art Gallery. John Duncan Fergusson was an…
Read MoreForget the catwalk – these canines did the ‘dogwalk’
More than 100 insta-famous dog influencers (and their humans) and well as social media influencers, media and radio DJs, recently attended a party in Glasgow hosted by Trespaws, the dog accessory arm of Trespass. The event was held at Glasgow’s unique courtyard venue Barras Art and Design (aka BAaD) and included a ‘dogwalk’ fashion show,…
Read MoreLast chance to try for a limited edition Macallan
This morning (Wednesday) is your last chance to get your hands on a limited edition of The Macallan – priced £750. Those wanting opportunity to purchase Easter Elchies Black, 2019 Release can do so through an exclusive online ballot, priced at £750. Delivery is available to 29 countries. To enter the ballot, you will need…
Read MoreExhibition will showcase Scotland’s fight with parasites
A new exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland will explore Scotland’s role in the fight to eliminate tropical diseases by tackling the parasites that cause them. Parasites: Battle for Survival will run from Thursday, 6 December, to Sunday 19 April 2020, and will examine five deadly diseases, which together affect 1 in 18 people…
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