Posts by Kenny Smith
Scotch Whisky Association welcome tax proposal
The Scotch Whisky Association has welcomed a proposed UK alcohol tax review, if the Conservatives win December’s General Election. The Press and Journal reported that at the Roseisle Maltings, near Elgin, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said a ‘review into excise on Scotch whisky’ would be carried out: ‘so that it can be even more competitive…
Read MoreHistoric Cassillis Estate available for ÂŁ3.9million
An imposing castle standing high above the River Doon steeped in history and restored for 21st century living is now on the market. From a high bank, Cassillis towers over the River Doon. Presented for sale by Savills, it is approached through electric gates via a private tarred drive which follows the River Doon through…
Read MoreA lovely lodge on southern shores of Loch Ness
Forester’s Lodge is located in a beautiful setting close to the southern shores of Loch Ness. Presented for sale by Galbraith, Forester’s Lodge is a delightful property which has been modernised and extended to a high standard. The current owners purchased the house approximately 10 years ago, and have carried out improvements including the installation…
Read MoreFinal lodges for sale at latest phase in Balloch Park
Balloch Park, Mains of Taymouth’s residential, holiday and buy to let development has only a few luxury timber lodges left for sale in its current phase, including one set in a stunning aspect by the banks of the River Tay. This property, priced at ÂŁ179,900, would be particularly suitable for an idyllic retirement property. These…
Read MoreA Scottish family bus business that grew and fell
The McKindless Group by David Devoy is the story of a family business which got out of its depth. The McKindless bus company started off as a small operation of a few buses, a lorry and two coaches in 1987. After providing mostly school contracts and private hires, the company began to venture into local…
Read MoreThe rise and sad fall of the Strathtay Bus Group
Strathtay Scottish Buses by David Devoy is an interesting tale of expansion, contraction, and ultimately the oblivion of the group. Strathtay Scottish was a product of the state-owned Scottish Bus Group’s attempts to prepare for deregulation and possible privatisation in the mid-1980s. Eventually, after being taken over by several different entities which culminated in the…
Read MorePURE Spa & Beauty launch first retail outlet
PURE Spa & Beauty has announced its first retail property in the UK, with the opening of PURE Beauty Zone in Edinburgh. The day spa chain, who operate over 14 locations across the UK, are set to tap into demand among busy professionals for convenient treatments and offer sustainable 100% natural and affordable beauty products…
Read MoreThis modernised cottage retains its original charm
An attractive modernised cottage in a peaceful location is now on the property market. McBeths Cottage is a delightful traditional cottage situated within the peaceful rural hamlet of Fortingall, Perthshire. The cottage has been tastefully modernised and redesigned by the current owners and retains many charming features. The sitting room is bright and welcoming and…
Read MoreGuest editor of Best Scottish Poems announced
The Scottish Poetry Library has announce that rising star Roseanne Watt is the guest editor of the SPL’s annual online anthology Best Scottish Poems 2019. Best Scottish Poems is an annual online anthology of the year’s best poems written by a Scottish poet or poet based in Scotland. Each year the anthology is edited by…
Read MoreTiree Music Festival gives island ÂŁ6.4 million boost
Tiree Music Festival has revealed that the event has contributed ÂŁ6.4 million to the island economy in the last 10 years. The figure comes as it gears up to release early bird tickets for its eleventh edition between 10 and 12 July 2020. Early bird tickets for Tiree Music Festival 2020 are due to go…
Read More