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Glen Scotia whisky is really taking off this month
Independent Campbeltown distillery Glen Scotia is taking off for the first time at airports across the UK in partnership with leading travel retailer World Duty Free. Two Global Travel Retail (GTR) exclusive expressions that showcase the distinctive heritage and craftsmanship championed at the distillery – Glen Scotia 1832 Campbeltown and Glen Scotia 16 Year Old…
Read MoreEden Mansion offers Victorian grandeur
Eden Mansion is a beautifully restored period country mansion set in mature grounds. Presented by Savills, Eden Mansion overlooks the Eden Estuary towards St Andrews. Eden Mansion is a grand and imposing Victorian mansion dating from 1860. The house was built by the Haig family who also owned a distillery in the nearby village of…
Read MoreTickled pink by Edinburgh Gin’s special release for Valentine’s Day
Gin lovers will be tickled pink by the latest limited-edition Edinburgh Valentine’s Gin, an ideal gift for the most romantic day of the year. Lovingly handcrafted, this exclusive small-batch gin will get you into the spirit for this day of love with its delicate floral notes and a pink hue from an infusion of rose…
Read MoreBook review – The Drowned and the Saved: When War Came to the Hebrides
What’s the story? A truly harrowing account, Wilson’s book sheds light on the untold Hebridean war experience, writes Stacey Wylie. The Drowned and the Saved pays homage to the victims and survivors of two tragic incidents: the sinking of American troop ship Tuscania by a German U-Boat, and the collision of another troop ship with…
Read MoreGordon Castle Highland Games and Country Fair all set for 2018
A traditional Scottish gathering comes to Fochabers later this year with the 2018 Gordon Castle Highland Games and Country Fair. Taking place on Sunday, 20 May, from caber tossing to parkour athletes, highland dancing to Indian runner ducks, the event will have it all. Taking place at Gordon Castle in Fochabers, and entering its eighth…
Read MoreMaintenance will ensure that Falkirk is still the Wheel deal
The Falkirk Wheel is set to be drained of water as annual maintenance works get underway to ensure the world’s only rotating boat lift keeps on turning in 2018. The works, which will run from 5 February until 7 March, will see Scottish Canals’ engineering team carry out a programme of inspections, maintenance and replacements…
Read MoreRe-opened Forth bridge will offer road relief to commuters
The Forth Road Bridge will fully reopen tomorrow (Thursday) as a dedicated public transport corridor, giving passengers a head start on their journeys between Edinburgh and Fife. The news means buses and taxis are now able to enjoy dedicated lanes between the M9 near Newbridge and Halbeath in Fife. This will be particularly welcome at…
Read MoreWoodland wonderland
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel and Spa sits on a small hill overlooking the glorious Loch Ard, just outside Aberfoyle. The road seems to get progressively narrower as you drive around the north side of the loch and just when you think that there can’t possibly be a hotel with 53 bedrooms, two suites and 65…
Read MoreLinlithgow Hill offers impressive views from a rural location
A modern house designed and built in 1971 and located in a beautiful rural spot is now available for sale. Savills is marketing Linlithgow Hill, which is located less than two miles from the historic town of Linlithgow. The house sits in a raised position giving stunning views over rolling countryside to the Avon viaduct…
Read MoreBan on shock collars in Scotland is a win for animal welfare
Scotland’s decision to ban the use of electric shock collars and other electronic training devices has been welcomed by the British Veterinary Association (BVA). BVA has worked alongside campaigners to ban these aversive training methods across the UK, with Wales banning them in 2010.The Scottish Government had initially planned to regulate the use of shock…
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