Posts by Kenny Smith
New properties make for an ideal family home
An upmarket developer has unveiled a brand-new view home that allows buyers to picture themselves and their growing families living in a spacious property in Ratho. Set on the western edge of CALA Homes (East)’s Craigpark development on the outskirts of Edinburgh, The Rutherford offers the best of semi-rural life – boasting open, unobstructed views…
Read MoreNew adviser joins Scottish Land & Estates
Scottish Land & Estates has enhanced its policy team with the appointment of a new adviser on agriculture. Eleanor Kay joins the organisation from Rothamsted Research, the world leading research centre for agricultural science and innovation, where she worked as the knowledge exchange manager. Prior to her current role, Eleanor held positions in agricultural development…
Read MoreScotland aims to turn the plastic tide on its beaches
Scotland has some of the most beautiful beaches in the UK but sadly they are not immune from the blight of litter. In the north-east of the country, communities from Fraserburgh to East Haven are being challenged to take action as part of an ambitious new project called Turning the Plastic Tide. The East Grampian Coastal…
Read MoreScottish Rural Awards on the hunt for businesses
Nominations for the 2019 Scottish Rural Awards are now open, with businesses across Scotland’s countryside encouraged to get involved. The ultimate benchmark of success in Scotland’s countryside, the Scottish Rural Awards are now in their fifth year and are partnered by Scottish Field and the Scottish Countryside Alliance. The annual gala dinner is set to…
Read MoreA sensational seafood risotto to make at home
David Proctor knows about food – after all, he’s head chef at Aberdeen Altens Hotel. Scottish Field discovers what he feels makes a good restaurant, and he shares a favourite dish with us. How would you describe the restaurant in your words? We have several dining options within the hotel, which allows our guests a…
Read MoreThe helping hands who assist injured animals
Fiona Thorburn, senior animal rescue officer for the Scottish SPCA, is on hand to rescue Edinburgh’s wildlife when they are injured or in peril. Helping injured deer, badgers and foxes is all in a day’s work for Fiona, and the four other SSPCA animal rescue officers who work in and around the capital. But it’s…
Read MoreDo you know the finest artisan drink maker in Scotland?
Scotland’s known the world over for producing some of the finest drinks to have had, anywhere on the globe. The Scottish Rural Awards are looking to acknowledge this excellent tradition, through its Artisan Drink category, which is designed to recognise the innovation and development of all beverages. As with the Artisan Food category, the term…
Read MoreInvestigating an art mystery at Scottish castle
A Scottish castle featured on TV last Sunday in popular TV series Fake or Fortune? Scone Palace appeared on in last weekend’s edition when journalist Fiona Bruce and art expert Philip Mould investigate the famous portrait of Lady Elizabeth Murray and Dido Belle. The series, which looks at mysteries behind paintings, asks whether the portrait…
Read MoreBook review: The Battle of Killiecrankie 1689
While the Battle of Culloden is quite clearly ingrained in many minds, one of the first great battles in the quest for Scottish independence is not quite as well known, despite being the most dramatic episode of the Jacobite risings. Author Stuart Reid sheds light on the events of the violent Battle of Killiecrankie in…
Read MoreFree event aims to catch new fishing enthusiasts
A free event to encourage more women to take up fishing is taking place this weekend. Tomorrow, Saturday, 8 September, Orvis Kelso are holding their first 50/50 Ladies Day at the Hass Fishery, Jedburgh, to encourage gender parity on the water. It will run 10am-1pm for all abilities. With support from Anne Woodock from Fish…
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