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New Italian-inspired flavour a sweet treat from Mackie’s
Ice cream favourite Mackie’s of Scotland has created a new treat which will transport fans to evocative Mediterranean cafes – with the launch of a limited edition flavour. The popular Scottish firm is using the famous Italian Biscotti biscuit to bring a touch of Autumn sunshine to these shores with its new Caramel Biscotti flavour,…
Read MoreGammies Country Clothing: luxurious autumnal outfits
Looking for luxurious outdoor clothing? We can’t suggest better than Gammies. The Gammies Country Clothing story began 10 years ago with the creation of a spacious, welcoming showroom in Forfar, offering an extensive range of high quality country clothing for both ladies and gents. Forfar is situated at the foot of the Angus Glens in…
Read MoreMains of Taymouth golf course celebrates Silver Anniversary
The golf course at the Mains of Taymouth Country Estate at Kenmore – known locally as ‘Perthshire’s finest nine holes’ – has celebrated its 25th anniversary. Estate owner Robin Menzies, who designed and built the course in 1991-2, was joined by his Head Greenkeeper, Stuart MacGregor, for a photocall at the first tee, during which…
Read MoreTailored boarding at Cargilfield
Comfortable bedrooms with cuddly toys and family photos, a wide choice of evening activities, extra help with studies and supported music practice, a chat over a hot chocolate. If I were to mention the words ‘boarding school’ to you, I’d wager that those weren’t the associations that immediately come to mind. Instead, you might still…
Read MoreThe GlenDronach distillery releases ‘whisky fit for a Kingsman’
The GlenDronach Distillery is pleased to announce the exclusive release of The GlenDronach Kingsman Edition 1991 Vintage, a unique collaboration with Marv films and Twentieth Century Fox to mark the release of ‘Kingsman: The Golden Circle’. The GlenDronach was personally selected by Film Director, Matthew Vaughn, for his new Kingsman film as The GlenDronach is…
Read MoreSheila Fleet to host Glasgow Promotion event
If you’re thinking about rings then head to Sheila Fleet’s shop in Frasers, Glasgow from 14-21 September. There you will find Sheila’s Glasgow team have some beautiful new rings ready to show you. Well-known Scottish jewellery designer Sheila Fleet crafts designer rings in classic yellow gold and in silver, and also in more unusual metals such…
Read MoreHistoric former provost’s home now on market
An impressive traditional family home, once owned by the Lord Provost of Elgin, has been put up for sale through Scotland’s leading property agency, Galbraith. Fern Hurst was the home of the last Lord Provost of Elgin, Donald McLeman McIntosh, and the Grade-C listed ceremonial lamp-posts remain in the garden, denoting his former residence. In…
Read MoreR&B Distillers set to open distillery on the Isle of Raasay
On Saturday 16 September, whisky makers R&B Distillers will officially open the Isle of Raasay Distillery, the first (legal) whisky distillery on this small Hebridean island. R&B Distillers are bringing this traditional Scottish craft to an unchartered whisky region, harnessing the raw elements of the unique terroir to create the first Raasay Scotch, which will be ready to drink from 2020. Co-founders Alasdair Day…
Read MoreBlair Castle in TV spotlight as location features in ‘Victoria’
Blair Castle has released exciting details of what went on during filming of the second series of the acclaimed “Victoria” TV drama, which saw episode seven filmed in and around the Castle and estate. Starring Jenna Coleman, the series focuses on the early years of Victoria’s reign, during which time she visited Highland Perthshire, and…
Read MoreNew gin partnership celebrates Rosslyn Chapel’s Orkney connections
Rosslyn Chapel has developed a new partnership with Orkney Distilling to produce a gin to celebrate the Midlothian Chapel’s Orkney links. Rosslyn Chapel’s connection with Orkney goes back to its very origins, when Sir William St Clair, 3rd Prince of Orkney, founded the Chapel in 1446. Sir William’s grandfather, Sir Henry St Clair, became 42nd Earl…
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