Posts by Kenny Smith
Fireworks cruise marks the end of the festivals
There’s a special way to watch the firework finale of this year’s Edinburgh Festivals. Tickets are available for an unforgettable trip down the River Forth as the iconic Festival Fireworks Cruise is confirmed for a second year running. The Maid of the Forth will set sail on Monday 26 August to embark on a magnificent…
Read MoreTV show goes behind the scenes at Scots hospital
A new BBC documentary series is going behind-the-scenes at the Royal Aberdeen Children’s Hospital which, each year, gives life-changing treatments to thousands of boys and girls across the North of Scotland. Narrated by David Tennant, The Children’s Hospital observes the dedicated work of the hospital team, exploring the lives of patients and staff at one…
Read MoreCrime writing pair host lunch for a good cause
Two of Scotland’s leading crime writers are to host a Dead Good Lunch in aid of a worthy cause. Douglas Skelton and Ayrshire’s Michael Malone will hold the lunch, on Sunday 15 September, from noon at Lochgreen House Hotel in Troon. Proceeds from the lunch will go towards Hansel’s Wilson House Refurbishment Appeal. Hansel is…
Read MoreLuxury hotel set to open at Troon Yacht Haven
One of the UK’s leading marina owners, operators and developers, will make an ambitious move into luxury hotel accommodation with the opening of a new facility in Scotland. The Salt House Hotel at Troon Yacht Haven in Ayrshire will open in early 2020. With the Salt House Hotel, the Yacht Havens Group aims to capitalise…
Read MoreBrewing up Banchory’s best beer festival yet
The Banchory Beer Festival in Deeside is returning for the third year running – and the event is brewing up an even bigger line-up this time. The largest outdoor festival of its kind in the north-east of Scotland is celebrating its sixth birthday this year – and Marks & Clerk’s Aberdeen office has been delighted…
Read MoreA beautiful holiday home in the heart of the highlands
Beautiful holiday homes can be found in the heart of the highlands. Invergarry and Glengarry Lodges have created stunning homes at Loch Loich. This stunning and unique location is part of the canal and loch system that runs some 60 miles from the south east to the north west of Scotland. There are 29 locks,…
Read MoreGlen Garioch launches 1978 vintage whisky
Glen Garioch Distillery is launching the oldest single cask distillery exclusive release for a special event at Meldrum House Country Hotel. Cask number 11002 was distilled in November 1978 in Oldmeldrum. Crafted and nurtured by the people of Glen Garioch, this fine dram has spent over 40 years in a single ex bourbon barrel. With…
Read MoreNew vegan menu launches at city restaurant
Glasgow’s Dhabba restaurant in Candleriggs has launched a brand new vegan menu. And with more than 11 main dishes – loads of starters and side dishes, it’ll ensure those wishing to stick to plant based diets have more than enough choice. The North Indian restaurant which recently eradicated nuts from its kitchen wanted to offer…
Read MoreTen fantastic places to visit in… Lochaber
Head to Lochaber, and you’ll be instantly impressed by the mountainous beauty of the area. Ben Nevis is, of course, the best known landmark, but there’s plenty of other things to see and do after a climb. We highlight 10 things to do. BEN NEVIS The highest mountain in the British Isles, Ben Nevis is…
Read MoreStories and sound installation at book festival
The Edinburgh International Book Festival today launched the latest chapter in the 365: Stories and Music collaboration between James Robertson and Aidan O’Rourke. Commissioned by the Book Festival, and supported by Creative Scotland, an immersive sound installation of stories and music by the two leading Scottish artists can be enjoyed, free of charge, by the…
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