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Galloway chosen as preferred location of Scotland’s third national park
By Izzy Alexander Galloway has been chosen as the preferred location for Scotland’s newest national park. There are currently two national parks north of the border – the Cairngorms, and Loch Lomond and The Trossachs. The Scottish government has pledged ‘at least one’ new park will be designated by spring 2026. Officials confirmed the winning…
Read MoreEdinburgh funeral director unveils Scotland’s first Land Rover Defender hearse
Fans of the iconic Land Rover Defender can now choose the classic vehicle for their final farewell. William Purves Funeral Directors has unveiled a custom-made Land Rover Defender hearse for families and funeral directors to hire. The family firm, in Edinburgh, added the Defender 130 to its fleet following a complete refurbishment which saw the…
Read MoreCould this bullet hole be proof of Bonnie Prince Charlie assassination attempt in Stirling?
Historians have discovered a bullet hole at Bannockburn House which they believe is proof of an assassination attempt against Bonnie Prince Charlie. Amidst the delicate plaster work and ancient wooden panelling a the Grade A listed house, a musket ball hole has been discovered. Prince Charles Edward Stuart took shelter at Bannockburn House in 1746…
Read MoreTwo rare humpback whales spotted off Scottish coast
Two humpback whales, including one never seen before in Scottish waters, were filmed during a rare encounter with a tour boat. On a cruise which was sailing up Gunna Sound guests aboard a Hebrides Cruises vessel experienced the once-in-a-lifetime double discovery with the majestic beasts. The two whales, including Sinclair – a whale who has…
Read MoreScottish folk-rock band Skerryvore appointed global band ambassador at Ardnahoe Distillery
Scottish folk-rock band Skerryvore has been appointed as the global band ambassador of Ardnahoe Distillery. The band are planning a series of special whisky sessions as part of their North American and European tours in the coming months. They will also champion the whisky at regular shows and festivals. Meanwhile, Ardnahoe are planning to release…
Read MoreEdinburgh Filmhouse: Patrons Charlotte Wells and Jack Lowden revealed as 25-year cinema lease signed
Director of the hit film Aftersun, Charlotte Wells, and Slow Horses actor Jack Lowden have become patrons of the Edinburgh Filmhouse. The independent cinema was forced to close in October 2022 after its parent company Centre for the Moving Image (CMI) collapsed into administration. A campaign by former staff members, which was backed by actors…
Read MoreIsland paradise? Lighthouse buildings on uninhabited island of Copinsay go on the market
Can you imagine living on the stunning uninhabited island of Copinsay? Well you could have your next home there for just £80,000. The lighthouse keeper buildings on Copinsay, in the Orkney islands, are up for sale offering a ‘renovation opportunity of a lifetime’. It requires renovation works, but this property presents the perfect opportunity for…
Read MoreLife with comedian Laura Davis: ‘I go for a three hour walk almost every evening, to write’
Australian comedian Laura Davis on the loneliness of comedy, Scotland’s rich wildlife, and how finding a large number of dead birds on a beach in Fife inspired their latest show. Comedians aren’t generally known for being early risers. I’ve worked nights ever since I started comedy about 17 years ago, so to me a…
Read MoreWhite-tailed Eagles on Isle of Mull continue to care for injured offspring into its second year of life
A pair of White-tailed Eagles on the Isle of Mull have amazed experts by continuing to care for their injured offspring into its second year of life, going so far as to skip breeding this year to focus on tending to the youngster. The chick injured its left wing in July last year after its…
Read MoreHistoric Environment Scotland designates Crawick Multiverse
It’s an incredible example of early 21st century land art, constructed on the site of a former open-cast coal mine. But now Crawick Multiverse, near Sanquhar in Dumfries and Galloway, has been recognised as nationally important by Historic Environment Scotland. Designed by renowned landscape architect Charles Jencks between 2011 and 2017, the site is now…
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