Posts by Kenny Smith
See inside the beautiful Hamilton Mausoleum in 2019
Thousands pass by it every day, but how many people have actually been inside Hamilton’s famous mausoleum? Located beside the M74, across the motorway from Strathclyde Park, Hamilton Mausoleum is famous for its echo, which historically was the longest lasting of any building in the world. If you have always wanted to see inside the…
Read MoreBorders Distillery launches gin as tribute to explorer
The Borders Distillery has launched its very own barley-to-bottle gin six months after laying down the first new-make spirit to mature quietly in casks. William Kerr’s Borders Gin (43% ABV) as a tribute to the Scottish Borders town’s talented, self-made nurseryman, gardener, botanist and plant hunter. Bearing the Kerr Clan motto ‘Sero Sed Serio’ (Late…
Read MoreKids celebrate learning on the Fife Circle Line
Children from the two primary schools closest to each end of the Forth Bridge are to present an exhibition that celebrates renowned Scottish writer Robert Louis Stevenson. The Learning on Track: From a Railway Carriage exhibition tells the story of a project that has been unique and innovative; the first time Stevenson’s work has been…
Read MoreMovie star narrates Shetland wildlife documentary
Scottish movie star Ewan McGregor is to narrate a new factual TV documentary on Shetland. Wild Shetland: Scotland’s Viking Frontier will air on BBC One Scotland on Wednesday, 23 January, from 8-9pm. The documentary gives a captivating portrait of wild Shetland with dramatic footage which includes an orca pod hunting seals along the rocky coasts,…
Read MoreGive your body a boost with a healthy bagel
A renowned Scots bagel bakery launched their New Year’s resolution – New Year New You Bagel. The Bross Bagels event is sponsored by award-winning gym Synergy Group Fitness throughout the month of January only. Available in all three of their shops – Portobello, Leith and the brand new West End shop situated on Queensferry Street,…
Read MoreSpreading the word to Drink Positive in health campaign
Scotch whisky employees from across Fife have teamed up with East Fife FC to promote a major responsible drinking campaign, Drink Positive. The alcohol education programme, run in partnership between the Scottish Football Association and Diageo, is delivering training to football fans, coaches and players on the effects alcohol has on the body, equipping them…
Read MoreSeeing Scotland through a fresh pair of eyes
What is it like to move to Scotland from another, very different, country? Now’s your chance to take a look at where you live through the eyes of some new arrivals in Fife. From 19 January to 14 April ONFife Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries is showcasing an exhibition of photographs taken by six recently…
Read MoreScotland’s big two cities going more vegan
The Scottish capital has landed a spot in the top six for its residents’ and visitors’ appetite for vegan food. 2019 is set to be a big year for veganism. Almost half (42%) of the UK’s vegans made the change in the past 12 months, and Veganuary has already reported a record number of sign-ups…
Read MoreRural business resilient – but need Brexit certainty
Scottish Land & Estates has set out its key concerns for land-based businesses in Scotland after last night’s Brexit vote. The House of Commons rejected Prime Minister Theresa May’s plans for Brexit, leading to concerns that Britain could leave the European Union without any deals in place. This would have an effect on Scottish businesses,…
Read MoreA delicious dish from the streets of Old Delhi
Today’s Scottish Field recipe is the Murg-E-Changezi, famous in the streets of Old Delhi. It’s named after none other than the Mongolian ruler and invader Genghis Khan, or Changez Khan as he is known in India. Legend has it that he was extremely particular about his food and the spices used in it. One of…
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