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An ideal place to live if your heart’s in the Highlands
A private property with outstanding views over the countryside and mountains is available in the Highlands. Kirkside is presented to the market by Galbraith and is situated on the edge of Shieldaig, Strathcarron, with views over the surrounding countryside and to the Torridon Mountains. The house, which was built in the early 1990s, was constructed to a…
Read MoreUnique opportunity to find a home in fishing and crofting village
Orsay House is a spacious, four-bedroom property situated in a pretty fishing and crofting village. Presented to the market by Galbraith, Orsay House is located on the south west coast of Islay. The property has been improved by the current owners and is suitable for permanent and holiday use with excellent rental income potential. Orsay…
Read MoreHistorical Burns artefacts can be uncovered in city museums
Fascinating items related to Robert Burns are being put on show by Museums and Galleries Edinburgh. A plaster cast of Rabbie’s skull, a lock of hair belonging to The Bard’s wife and Burns’ draft of ‘Scots wha hae’ (Bruce’s address to his troops at Bannockburn) are just a few of the fascinating personal items linked…
Read MoreEdinburgh Zoo is just the ticket with fantastic treasure hunt
Edinburgh Zoo has launched a city-wide treasure hunt. Prizes include tickets to The Giant Lanterns of China and other exclusive prizes hidden across Edinburgh. The search is on for mysterious red envelopes hidden in some of the capital’s most iconic locations. Each envelope contains free tickets to the Zoo’s winter extravaganza, the Giant Lanterns of…
Read MoreScotland sees ‘phenomenal growth’ in tourism – with TV show Outlander proving a big draw
A range of influences have driven more visitors to Scotland, with a 14.6% and 10% rise on overseas and domestic visits respectively. National tourism organisation VisitScotland has reported a significant increase in visitor numbers, as well as in how much they spend. This is good news for the company, whose main aim is to grow…
Read MoreBook review – Bloody Scotland, by 12 of Scotland’s best crime writers
Scotland is currently dripping with talented crime writers, and this novel brings together 12 of them under the one roof. The writing team includes Chris Brookmyre, Lin Anderson, Gordon Brown, Ann Cleeves, Doug Johnstone, Stuart MacBride, Val McDermid, Craig Robertson, Sara Sheridan, ES Thomson, Louise Welsh and Denise Mina. They have contributed 12 short stories,…
Read MoreBook review: Whiskies Galore – A Tour of Scotland’s Island Distilleries
With nearly 30 years of experience in and around the whisky industry, Ian Buxton is well-placed when it comes to going on a tour of Scotland’s island distilleries. From Arran to Orkney, he brings together his expert knowledge with entertaining travelogues, to make for a read that should appeal to more than just the connoisseurs of…
Read MoreBeautiful home in desirable Upper Bridge of Allan can be yours
A handsome stone built property in the desirable Upper Bridge of Allan is now on the market. Maryfield, at 8 Glen Road, Bridge of Allan, has five bedrooms (two en suite) and four reception rooms, and is a handsome stone built house which is thought to date back to 1860. The house has been extended…
Read MoreContemporary living near Aberfeldy with glorious views of nature
Beinn na Ciste is a remarkable contemporary property designed to capture glorious views of Strathtay. Brought to the market by Savills, Beinn na Ciste, in Boltachan, by Aberfeldy, is situated on a hillside just to the north of the River Tay where it passes Aberfeldy. The house enjoys wonderful peace and privacy in the small…
Read MoreFishing season is now underway on the River Tay
The opening of the River Tay salmon fishing season took place at Meikleour on Monday this week. However, the 2018 season comes at a time of change, some positive and some very concerning, for fish runs into the Tay. On the positive side, early-running spring salmon are getting bigger. The mean weight of salmon caught between January…
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