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Doddie Weir enters rugby’s hall of fame
LEGENDARY player Doddie Weir was inducted into Scottish Rugby’s hall of fame on Saturday to mark his 50th birthday. Weir was capped 61 times for Scotland and was part of the victorious 1997 British Lions tour of South Africa. Domestically, he won titles with both Melrose and Newcastle Falcons. He set up the “My Name’5…
Read MoreTiso prepares to ride outdoor activities wave
OUTDOOR equipment retailer Tiso has almost doubled the size of its camping equipment and water sports ranges as travel restrictions for recreation are eased. The Edinburgh-based company has introduced hand sanitiser, distance makers, and capacity restrictions at its stores. The cafés inside its shops in Aviemore, Inverness and Perth also remain open to serve takeaways.…
Read More‘What’s that bumblebee’ app creates a buzz
IT’S a question that’s vexed wildlife watchers and the parents of inquisitive kids for generations – “What’s that bumblebee?” Now, the Bumblebee Conservation Trust has launched an app for mobile phones and tablet computers to help answer that very query. A guide to the eight most-common UK bumblebees – buff-tailed, common carder, early, garden, heath,…
Read MoreCity dwellers eye farms in search of ‘The Good Life’
URBANITES have spent lockdown dreaming of a move to the countryside, according to figures from an estate agent. Savills said that the number of searches on its website for rural properties have jumped by 50% since March. The firm also carried out a survey, which found a village or country location is now more attractive…
Read MoreLeith Theatre stays shut to secure longer-term future
LEITH Theatre has announced it will stay shut until the spring in order to secure its finances – but will use the time to plan for the longer term. Managers have spent weeks planning scenarios and calculating financial risks and have concluded that they need to remain closed so the theatre can remain viable. Most…
Read MoreBelhaven Hill School unveils new leadership team
BELHAVEN Hill School in Dunbar has made four senior appointments as it prepares for the arrival of new headteacher Olly Langton. John Marriott, currently the school’s director of studies, becomes deputy head (academic), while head of maths Katie Gale becomes deputy head (pastoral). Anna McGrath, previously resident house tutor and director of drama at Fettes…
Read MoreOne small step for Sutherland spaceport
PLANS to launch rockets into space from the Highlands have taken “one small step” forward after The Highland Council granted planning permission. Economic development agency Highlands & Islands Enterprise (HIE) has been given the green light by councillors to build a “vertical launch spaceport” in Sutherland. Scottish ministers will now have their say on the…
Read MoreMimi’s puts the ‘tea’ in Edinburgh Gin’s ‘G&T’
TWO of Edinburgh’s best-known food and drink brands have teamed up to offer a “G&T” with a difference. For four weekends, Mimi’s Bakehouse and Edinburgh Gin are selling an “Afternoon G&Tea” package to customers in Edinburgh and Glasgow. Each set contains six mini traybakes, two mini elderflower cupcakes and two freshly-baked plain scones with Rodda’s…
Read MoreGlenfiddich and Hendrick’s among auction highlights
RARE bottles, exclusives tours and even a vintage-style Morgan sports car are among the lots up for grabs during drinks maker William Grant & Sons’ #Standfast charity auction week, which will raise money for The Ben Scotland and The Drinks Trust. The two charities are supporting hospitality workers affected by the coronavirus lockdowns throughout the…
Read MoreTurnberry unveils ‘Suite Solitude’ and other new packages
TRUMP Turnberry has unveiled a range of packages as the Ayrshire hotel and resort prepares to reopen on 15 July. The range of options will be available to book until the end of the year. The “Suite Solitude” package features self-contained two bedroom accommodation with private terraces, with in-room breakfast, in-room evening dining, stocked private…
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