Posts by Kenny Smith
New survey looks at the issue of sheep worrying
Farmers and dog owners are being asked for their opinions on the growing problem of sheep worrying. Last year, police were called to more than 1,100 dog attacks on sheep in the UK. It is not fully understood how sheep and dog owners view this issue and how their opinions may differ, both in terms…
Read MoreBowhouse food market running this weekend
The next Bowhouse Market Weekend is gearing up to take place this Saturday and Sunday. On 8 and 9 June, artisan food producers will be selling locally grown fruit and vegetables as well as activities which will give visitors an insight into the workings of a farm. As part of LEAF Open Farm Sunday, the…
Read MoreGleneagles hosting charity shoot event next week
The Prince’s Trust Scotland clay pigeon shoot will be returning to the famous surroundings of the Gleneagles Hotel and Shooting Lodge at the end of next week. Taking place on Friday 14 June, this will be the celebrated event’s seventh year. A spokesman said: ‘We have a tantalising shooting and culinary extravaganza planned this year…
Read MoreSnow joke – you can save a fortune in Scotland
Skiing in Scotland could save you over £380 on your next holiday. Researchers from international ferry operator Stena Line have found that Glenshee could be the cost-effective alternative to other, further afield, destinations when it comes to skiing. Choosing to ski in Scotland over any other destination could even save you £387.46 – a 70%…
Read MoreMagnificent B-listed steading range and cottage
A steading with cottage and planning consent is now on the market. Auchleeks, in Calvine, Pitlochry is presented for sale by Strutt & Parker. The Steading House is the former stables and steading to nearby Auchleeks House. This is a charming Georgian B-Listed stone built property, thought to date from c.1820 and built at the…
Read MoreFood wizards of Oz coming to Scottish restaurant
A renowned Scots restaurant has announced a one-off event with two of Australian’s top emerging chefs, Michael Clark and Jodie Odrowaz. Taking place on Wednesday 19 June, Fhior in Edinburgh, Australia-based chef, Michael Clark will be visiting. Fhior is owned by acclaimed head chef Scott Smith and his wife Laura, and opened in 2018 in…
Read MoreAnother hit from Scotland’s romantic comedy queen
Jenny Colgan is Scotland’s queen of romantic comedy novels – after all, you don’t become a multiple best-selling author without a degree of talent. What she possesses is a skill to create real people, and place them in situations which we all know and recognise. For The Bookshop on the Shore, we meet London-based single…
Read MoreTullibardine expands with a Marsala cask finish
Tullibardine has unveiled a new limited-edition single malt to join its award-winning Marquess Collection – The Murray Marsala Finish. The expression was distilled in 2006 and bottled this year at 46 per cent volume, building on the growing range of wood finishes to be crafted at the Highland Perthshire distillery. Inspired by cask experimentation, Tullibardine’s…
Read MoreAn open invitation to find a holiday home
People looking for a holiday home have the chance to see some for themselves next weekend. Barmoor Park Country Park, in Lowick, Berwick-upon-Tweed, is looking beautiful currently, with stunning new stone carved chess pieces in place. Whether it be a caravan or a lodge you are interested in, they have pitches available for both and…
Read MoreNew gin liqueur just in time for the summer arriving
Edinburgh Gin has launched its new Orange Blossom & Mandarin Gin Liqueur to capture the spirit of the summer. Sweet and citrusy, the new liqueur is inspired by the sun-drenched fruit groves of the Mediterranean and made with natural flavours of orange blossom and tangy mandarin. For an instant taste of sunshine, mix over ice…
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