Posts by Kenny Smith
Flavours lend two new whiskies their names
Wemyss Malts have released two additional bottlings into its Family Collection range of blended Scotch malt whiskies. The duo take their names, Blooming Gorse and Flaming Feast, after the flavours found in each whisky. Both malt whiskies have been crafted from the family’s private collection of maturing whisky casks which were sourced by Isabella Wemyss…
Read MoreModernised traditional cottage near a river
A pretty, modernised four bedroom stone cottage with four acres and 250m of river frontage is now on the market. Mill Cottage, presented by Strutt & Parker, is an attractive cottage, which has been sympathetically modernised and extended over the last 11 years and now features flexible and light accommodation. The cosy sitting room has…
Read MoreFestival goers urged to help rewild the Highlands
Music lovers attending this year’s Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival are being encouraged to help rewild the Scottish Highlands by having their own trees planted by conservation charity Trees for Life. With growing concerns about the threats of climate change and loss of nature, the organisers of ‘Bella’ 2019 – the Highland’s longest running and biggest…
Read MoreTake a trip back in time for weekend of jousting
Spectators can choose their champion as noble knights face each other in the field this weekend. Spectacular jousting returns to Linlithgow Palace from 12.30–4.30pm on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 June. The competitors will mount their horses as the tournaments kick off at 1.30pm and 3.15pm in the main arena, where visitors can watch the…
Read MoreScottish Rugby unveils official whisky partner
Johnnie Walker and Scottish Rugby are joining forces as it has become the official whisky partner of Scottish Rugby and the official whisky of the Scotland Rugby team. Bringing together two great heritage brands with deep roots in Scottish culture, loved at home and around the world, the three year partnership was officially launched today…
Read MoreThe new gin that packs a real (fruit) punch
Eden Mill has announced the next liqueur to be released following the outstanding success of the Love Gin Liqueur which flew off the shelves this year. The brand-new Mango & Pineapple Liqueur will now join the Love Gin Liqueur range, which features the titular Love Gin Liqueur a raspberry & vanilla flavoured tipple which sold…
Read MoreThe perfect book to entertain the little ones
Written by Alan Windram and beautifully illustrated by Chloe Holwill-Hunter, A Puppy’s Tale is a charming children’s book for two to five year olds. It tells the story of energetic little puppy Georgie who gets lost in the woods. There are so many exciting and interesting things to see and smell, and Georgie loves to…
Read MoreFunding bid to restore the cross-border bridge
The next funding bid has been made to help restore the historic Union Chain Bridge between Scotland and England. And, if successful, major works will start early next year. Built in 1820, the Union Chain Bridge is the oldest operational suspension bridge in the world still carrying vehicles, and through securing National Lottery Heritage Fund…
Read MoreThe way to make your travel dreams come true
We’ve all had the urge to do something different at some point in our lives. Arcturus is a niche travel company which could make your dreams come true, by offering an unparalleled selection of small-group expeditions and small-ship voyages to polar regions, of the Arctic, Antarctic, Norway, Greenland, Iceland, Canadian Arctic, the North Pole and…
Read MoreThe life and loves of TV favourite Carol Smillie
Carol Smillie has been one of the most popular faces on British TV for over 25 years. The television presenter talks ice skating, her biggest career break and what it’s like to be parodied as ‘smiley, smiley, Carol Smillie…’ I am a big fan of I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here!, I just…
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