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Jeweller launches watches social media channel
LUXURY jeweller Laings has created a social media channel to share its love of watches. @LaingsWatches on Instagram will showcase a range of luxury watches and share news and insights with its audience. Retail director Stuart McDowell said: “We’ve created this interactive platform to share our passion for high-quality luxury watches with like-minded individuals. “We…
Read MoreExam results day 2020: when a school’s wellbeing focus will be truly tested
Alan Johnston, senior deputy head at Merchiston Castle School, reflects on the importance of well-being during this year’s exam results period. WE HAVE all found ourselves thrown into a closer relationship with digital technology than we would have envisaged just a few short – although it seems long – months ago. The benefits have been…
Read MoreLove Dougalston opposes Milngavie golf course plans
A COMMUNITY group has been formed to oppose British Land’s redevelopment proposals for the Dougalston golf course at Milngavie. Love Dougalston has rallied against the idea of turning the local 18-hole golf course into nine holes in order to introduce housing, and recreation and commercial facilities. But the group said it has been outmatched by…
Read MoreIslay pub owner sparks community initiative
DURING lockdown, our beloved pubs and restaurants have been cruelly snatched away from us but, while some pub owners closed their shutters and awaited the easing of restrictions, David Graham of Ballygrant Inn on Islay saw this difficult time as a shining opportunity to help those in need. “At the start of the lockdown we…
Read MoreKeeping children engaged with the great outdoors
During lockdown, many families have found the time to reconnect with the outdoors. Now that restrictions are starting to ease, conservation expert Jeff Waddell explains why it’s important that families continue to explore nature together and gives advice on how to keep young ones engaged with the great outdoors. THE National Trust for Scotland (NTS)…
Read MoreThe rise of the staycation
DO YOU need a break? Life has been non-stop and it’s been forever since you escaped on holiday. A brand new site called Staycation Scotland may just have the answer for you. If you’re looking for a stress-free getaway with friends and family then look no further. Founded by businesswoman Rosemary McLennan, the site offers…
Read MoreBrave new world: the lasting impact of the covid-19 pandemic
THE prolonged coronavirus lockdown has dramatically changed how we live and work and this has had a profound impact on the world economy. In this article, we look at the lasting economic and social impacts of the lockdown and identify four key areas that may never be the same again. Deglobalisation Even before the coronavirus…
Read Morede Burgh Wine Merchants delivers restaurant quality at home
WHEN the hospitality industry was shut down in March due to the coronavirus pandemic, de Burgh Wine Merchants was faced with losing 95% of its business overnight. Such a seismic shock provided the catalyst to accelerate the company’s plans to expand its web shop and home delivery service. “People have been drinking our wines for…
Read MoreA family home at Rumbling Bridge
A WELL-BUILT, five-bedroom detached family home at Rumbling Bridge near Kinross has come onto the market. The house has spacious and versatile accommodation, extending to 1,915 square feet (178 sq m). The property enjoys a lovely private position with open south facing views. The design includes an outer porch, vestibule, reception hall, impressive lounge with…
Read MorePlanning a five-star staycation in Perthshire?
WITH many Scottish families holidaying at home this year, luxury self catering properties that can accommodate extended families are in great demand. For some families, the staycation can be a way of reconnecting with family members that they were not able to see during lockdown. Mains of Taymouth Country Estate & Golf Course at Kenmore,…
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