Posts by Kenny Smith
Scotland’s pioneer of pictures
Every time you switch on your television, it’s all thanks to a Scotsman – John Logie Baird – who was born 130 years ago. Born in Helensburgh on August 14, 1888, John Logie Baird was the first man to transmit moving silhouette images on his mechanical television he named ‘The Televisor’. Baird’s early life was…
Read MoreProperty prices continue to rise ahead of Brexit
Scottish house prices have continued to rise in 2018, according to the latest quarterly figures from an estate agency. But there are signs that uncertainty over Brexit will damage the market in the coming months, according to Rettie and Co. Their latest report says house prices in Scotland have continued to rise in 2018, up…
Read MoreTattoo house band looks to drum up support
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo’s house band is looking for new recruits to join them – and play all over the world. Following the resounding success of its first global tour last year, Pipers Trail – the house band of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo – is opening applications today for 2019 recruits. Pipers Trail…
Read MoreA taste of the Caribbean comes to Scotland
A taste of the Caribbean came to Scotland when the House of Angostura took part in Edinburgh’s Cocktails in the City. Partnering with Nightcap, they created a culinary and cocktail menu that fused the flavours of the Caribbean with local Scottish ingredients. The #SoulOfAngostura campaign celebrates the inextricable link between the Caribbean flavours of Trinidad…
Read MoreBowmore 1965 limited to 232 bottles – at £22,300
Bowmore Islay Single Malt Whisky has announced the release of Bowmore 1965, the latest expression in the Vaults Series. Having matured for 52 years at Bowmore distillery the home of the world’s oldest scotch maturation warehouse, and benefitting from a careful aging process over the course of many decades, Bowmore 1965 is one of the…
Read MoreScot’s delight at winning £40,000 Ariel Atom
Christmas has come early for one delighted Scotsman, who’s now in the fast lane. Charlie Glancy, a 35-year-old sign maker from Giffnock, near Glasgow, has won himself an Ariel Atom 4 worth £40,000 as well as £20,000 cash which he says will help him turn a bleak December into one to remember. After playing dream…
Read More£1million revamp for a 16th century mansion
Balnakeilly House, a B-listed 16th century Scottish mansion in Perthshire, has opened as a new luxury exclusive use venue after undergoing an extensive £1m refurbishment, creating four full-time jobs. Balnakeilly was previously owned by the Stewart-Wilson family (descendants of Alexander Stewart, known as the Wolf of Badenoch, son of King Robert II of Scotland) for…
Read MoreA beautiful new extension revamps Cairngorms base
The headquarters of the Cairngorms National Park Authority in Grantown-on-Spey has been given a stunning new look. Shortlisted at the Scottish Design Awards 2017 in the Future Building category, the project provides a new public-facing entrance to a 19th century building, as well as a new wing of flexible open plan office space and meeting accommodation.…
Read MoreThe impressive Giant Lanterns of China are returning
Edinburgh Zoo is home to many fascinating creatures, and from tonight, it will host the Loch Ness Monster, unicorns and a phoenix. Following the huge success of last year’s event, The Giant Lanterns of China is back at the zoo and set to be even bigger and better. The launch night takes place today today,…
Read MoreSpectacular views over unspoiled countryside
A charming five-bedroom detached steading in an idyllic rural setting is now for sale. Presented for sale by Halliday Homes, this is a unique opportunity to acquire Drumallan Barn in Kinbuck, Dunblane, offering spectacular views over unspoiled countryside. Set in stunning and generous garden grounds the property also offers an adjoining one and a half…
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