Posts by Kenny Smith
Street orchestra set to visit the Outer Hebrides
Nevis Ensemble, Scotland’s street orchestra, is taking its 40 musicians to venues around the Outer Hebrides this month as part the biggest ever tour of the islands by an orchestra. Conducted by Holly Mathieson and Jon Hargreaves, this relentlessly energetic group will give 35 concerts in public spaces and community venues in many venues including Barra and Harris from 19-28 August. A highlight…
Read MoreA spectacular showcase of the art of Edinburgh
The Edinburgh Art Book brings together the works of 67 contemporary artists who have been inspired by Edinburgh’s character to capture the essence of the capital and the surrounding area. It is the third in a series of books edited by collage artist Emma Bennett, who, for this edition, was aided by a selection panel…
Read MoreA stylish arrival point in line for Princes Square
Visitors to Glasgow’s award-winning shopping and leisure destination, Princes Square, will be getting a new welcome soon when a stylish new entrance is unveiled. Work on a new arrival experience for one of the city’s best loved retail and leisure destinations is scheduled to begin on the 11th of August and is expected to be…
Read MoreThe John Walker Last Cask limited to just 330 bottles
All good things must come to an end – and Johnnie Walker have revealed the latest release of The John Walker will be the last ever in this masterclass in whisky making. Only 330 bottles have been released worldwide as a limited edition – The John Walker, Last Cask. The whisky is presented in a…
Read MoreScotland prepares itself for the Glorious 12th
Country sports enthusiasts heading to Scotland for the Glorious 12th next week are demanding a greater variety of iconic Scottish experiences. Tourism experts report that wildlife tours, whisky tasting and castle visits are major draws for the days when they are not shooting, making their trip a more complete Scottish experience. Andrew Grainger from the…
Read MoreTen fantastic places to visit in… Harris and Lewis
This summer Scottish Field has been highlighting some of the great places to visit. Here, we travel off the mainland and showcase some of the amazing sights and things to do on two islands in the Outer Hebrides – Lewis and Harris. An Lanntair Arts Centre From its humble beginnings in Stornoway Town Hall, the…
Read MoreA private dining experience in an unusual setting
A leading Edinburgh restaurant has launched an exclusive dining experience in the City Observatory site on Calton Hill throughout the month of August. Based at The Lookout by The Gardener’s Cottage is located in The Library. The Library is a charming dining room set within the historic site which houses some of Edinburgh’s oldest and…
Read MoreBombard the senses with a show about Chocolate
In this feast for all five senses, New Zealand’s Java Dance spoon-feeds its audience in the best possible way at the Fringe. Following on from the success of its Artisan Series; popular shows about bread (RISE), wine (In the Wine) and cheese (The Creamery), Java turns its attention to everyone’s favourite treat, Chocolate. First, the…
Read MoreThe official whisky of Outlaw King ready to launch
A new blended whisky has been crowned the official dram of Netflix’s epic take on the life of Scottish legend Robert the Bruce. Outlaw King, named after the film, has been created by Annandale Distillery in Dumfries & Galloway to celebrate the 14th century monarch, the 7th Lord of Annandale who grew up in the…
Read MoreWorks by Scotland’s greatest artists on show before sale
Over 40 artworks by many of Scotland’s greatest artists will go on public exhibition at the Edinburgh Grand next week during the Edinburgh Festival (13-15 August). This display comes ahead of their sale at Sotheby’s London on September 18. Lucy Brown, head of Sotheby’s Edinburgh office said: ‘We look forward to welcoming visitors to our…
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