Posts by Kenny Smith
Former chapel is picture postcard perfect
The most charming detached converted chapel in a serene fairy-tale woodland is now available. Chapel Cottage, in Glendaruel, Colintraive, Argyll & Bute, is presented for sale by Robb Residential. Chapel Cottage is a picture postcard delight. It was built by William Harrison Cripps who was the then owner of Glendaruel House. Cripps is said to be…
Read MoreA taste of Skye for Gleneagles afternoon tea
Gleneagles has announced that its series of bespoke afternoon teas is to continue. Celebrated chef, food writer and owner of award-winning Kinloch Lodge, Lady Claire Macdonald will be the latest guest chef in an exclusive afternoon tea series from 12-18 November. Taking inspiration from her beloved home on the Isle of Skye, the Lady Claire…
Read MoreSix of the best spa hotels in Scotland
Holidays in Scotland can mean a myriad of different things – walking in the Highlands, dining at Michelin star inns, historic tours of ancient cities, country pursuits, or relaxing in some of the country’s most elegant spas. From country house hotels with the most exceptional pools and hydrotherapy offerings, to a cutting edge city oasis…
Read MoreYoung farmers’ woolly thinking art is a real winner
Bale art depicting a colourful scene of shepherds and their sheep has been declared the best in Scotland after winning a national competition for young farmers. People across Scotland have been enjoying a wide range of works of art creating using straw bales around the country with a total of 53 young farmers clubs taking…
Read MoreWhere you can see a stunning Scottish autumn
Autumn is upon us and things are starting to feel somewhat magical: the wildlife is as lively as ever, the skies are glowing a wonderful mix of orange and purple, and the landscapes are alight with fiery, autumnal colours. October and November’s colour is perhaps the most striking of nature’s seasonal displays and, following a…
Read More10 ridiculous Scottish laws you won’t believe
Who knew Scotland was harbouring such a history of strange and archaic laws? We’ve all heard rumours about it being illegal to parade cows down certain high streets on particular days of the year, but here we round up 10 you’ll find it hard to believe are real. Guilty, until proven innocent! Scotland is unique…
Read MoreNautical But Nice for first late V&A Dundee event
Tickets for the V&A Dundee’s first Tay Late afterhours event have gone on sale today. Nautical but Nice is an Ocean Liners inspired museum-wide evening of music, performances and hands-on making activities inviting guests to see Scotland’s museum of design at the V&A Dundee in a new light, on Friday 26 October. Recreating the glamour…
Read MoreGlenmorangie returns 20,000 oysters to the sea
A total of 20,000 oysters are to be introduced into the sea near Glenmorangie’s Highland home, as part of the single malt whisky’s ground-breaking project to restore oyster reefs fished to extinction a century ago. In pursuit of its vision to enhance the marine biodiversity of the Dornoch Firth, Glenmorangie and its partners last year…
Read MoreFind Scottish Field at Scotland’s Boat Show
Scotland’s Boat Show is currently underway at the Kip Marina in Inverkip. Running until Sunday 14 October, as well as an amazing array of new and pre-owned boats for sale – from a ÂŁ500 dinghy to a ÂŁ1 million powerboat – on shore are a huge range of attractions to tempt every interest. It’s not…
Read MoreWhy Scotland’s seas need to be protected
A charitably trusts says Scotland’s west coast seas are a global hotspot for cetaceans and basking sharks – and need better protection. The Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust has released a new marine atlas capturing key discoveries made over the past 15 years. The first Hebridean Marine Mammal Atlas showcases findings by the charity’s scientists…
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