Posts by Kenny Smith
The June 2019 edition of Scottish Field is now available
The June edition of Scottish Field is now available – and we celebrate the amazing area of Argyll. We experience life in the fast land as we go on the trail of Scotland’s very own supercar in Argyll, and we highlight some fabulous walks to be had in the area. We stop off to meet…
Read MoreTheir outdoor adventures are really taking off
Jonny Kinross and his team at MY Adventure are training young people from deprived areas to become outdoor activities instructors What is MY Adventure and what does it do? MY Adventure is a social enterprise that was set up in 2011 by the Muirhouse Youth Development Group in north Edinburgh. We take school groups, charities,…
Read MoreActor Brian Cox on Dundee – the city of survival
Despite the blight of youthful poverty and the gutting of his home city by corrupt politicians, actor Brian Cox says that his beloved Dundee’s defining qualities – its warmth, humour and resilience – are behind its phoenix-like rise from the ashes. In 2019, Dundee is one of the most vibrant cities in the UK, especially…
Read MoreA beautiful modern home near a quiet hamlet
A substantial family home in an attractive country setting is for sale in Fife. Galbraith present to the market Tamley House, 1 Bramble Lane, Foodieash, Cupar, a five bedroom detached house. Tamley House is a well presented and substantial detached modern home, which enjoys a lovely setting on the edge of the quiet hamlet of Foodieash…
Read MoreThe essential guide to fantastic gins
We are in the middle of a gin craze – hardly a week goes by without the release of a new brand or artisanal distillery and serious gin bars are stocking well over 300 brands. But how do you choose? Is Edinburgh Gin a style, or just a name? Can a rose-flower and cucumber infusion…
Read MoreArtist’s first works to be shown at Scottish Gallery
Artist Joe Fan’s first show with The Scottish Gallery is taking place this month. Joe’s work, which embraces landscape, still life and suggested narrative, defies categorisation, although viewers of his work can perhaps be unsurprised he works in Aberdeen, from where an elusive strain apparent in James Cowie, Alexander Fraser and Joyce Cairns could be…
Read MoreA new kind of brunch – with an American twist
A Scottish restaurant/bar is challenging the idea that weekend brunch is a sleepy affair with a rebellious new menu that shines a ray of California sun on Glasgow’s city centre. Since opening at the tail end of last year on Mitchell Street just off Buchanan Street, Glasgow, So L.A. has won itself a reputation for…
Read MoreContemporary home in a quiet country locale
Easter Glasslie House is a superb modern property which stands in a wonderful quiet elevated country setting. Presented for sale by Galbraith , and significantly improved by the current owners, Easter Glasslie House is a striking contemporary house offering outstanding family accommodation of a high quality and specification, with many delightful bespoke features, on the…
Read MoreJoys of walking are captured in new exhibition
An exhibition that captures the faces and stories of people who champion the joy of everyday walking in Scotland is launching this weekend. The Humans of the Walk portrait photography exhibition celebrates the many ways in which walking improves physical, mental and social health, regardless of age or ability. It is launching on 5 May…
Read MoreWatch our video of social media star Salty Sea Cat
The irresistible combination of a cute, fluffy feline and the world-famous sailing grounds of Argyll has created a social media sensation in Salty the Sea Cat. Cats were traditionally a valued member of the crew on many Royal Navy ships, the perfect solution to vermin problems on board. And a quick glance at Salty the…
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