Posts by Kenny Smith
Past and present meet in this modernised cottage
A beautiful country property blending a traditional cottage with modern extension is currently for sale. Presented to the market by Galbraith, Remilton is a substantial rural home of the highest calibre, which has been finished to an exceptionally high standard and offers beautifully proportioned accommodation over two levels extending to about 351 sqm (3,779 sqft).…
Read MoreArtists in residence for popular charity exhibition
Little Paintings, a popular Ayrshire exhibition of original artists, will feature a daily artist in residence for the first time this year. Organised by and in aid of Hansel, which supports people with learning disabilities and autism, Little Paintings will take place from 13-17 June from 10am until 5pm at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum…
Read MoreAirport scheme cracks down on bad behaviour
Glasgow Airport’s disruptive passenger campaign has been launched by the UK Aviation Minister Baroness Vere, ahead of the 2019 summer season. Meeting with the airport’s managing director and Police Scotland today, the Aviation Minister witnessed for herself the effectiveness of the Campus Watch scheme, which has seen the number of offences involving disruptive behaviour…
Read MoreThe Three Chimneys wins top award for Scottish sourcing
The Three Chimneys, on the Isle of Skye, has won the coveted Scottish Sourcing (Independent) category at the Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards 2019. The iconic restaurant with rooms was presented with the prestigious accolade at an awards ceremony, held at the Corn Exchange in Edinburgh. Often referred to as the Oscars of the…
Read MoreWorld Oceans Day at Scottish Seabird Centre
One of Scotland’s leading marine education and conservation charities is hosting a free community open day at its 5-star visitor attraction to celebrate World Oceans Day. Taking place on Saturday 8 June (10am to 6pm), the Scottish Seabird Centre in North Berwick recently reopened after a partial refurbishment and revealed exciting plans to transform their…
Read MoreA fascinating look back at maps of Glasgow
This elaborately illustrated book tells the important social, political and commercial stories of Glasgow’s past depicted through 80 historical maps of the city. Starting with Clydesdale’s first map dating from 1596 and carrying all the way through to the 1988 map of the Glasgow Garden Festival, the book includes stories about the development of the…
Read MoreDocumenting the rise of Bonnie Prince Charlie
Acclaimed military historian Dr Christopher Duffy explains the importance of the events surrounding the ‘45 Rising, in Fight for a Throne. In July 1745, Prince Charles and his tiny Jacobite army arrived in Scotland with little support; yet within five months they were able to lead a march to London, which made King George II…
Read MoreCould Merlin cast a spell over this property?
A stunning Peeblesshire coach house occupying a majestic woodland setting has come to the market. Bellspool Coach House, a striking conversion near Stobo, is now on the market through Strutt & Parker – in an area rich in Arthurian legend. Originally built as stabling and carriage quarters for Dawyck House around 1863 and then developed…
Read MoreA harrowing historical episode from Scotland
This new book from popular historian Jim Hunter explores the Sutherland Clearances, one of the most harrowing episodes in Scottish history. Hunter, whose previous work includes the critically acclaimed On the Other Side of Sorrow, takes the reader back to the harrowing times of early 19th century Scotland to witness the Sutherland clearances; the enforced…
Read MoreA modern build home in a traditional style
An attractive modern home build in a traditional style is now available for purchase. Blenkiron, in Fowlis Wester, Crieff, Perthshire, is presented for sale by Galbraith. Blenkiron is an impressive, detached house, facing south-east, providing a good layout with well-proportioned rooms. There are many fine and interesting features with generous family living space for entertaining.…
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