Forget the catwalk – these canines did the ‘dogwalk’

More than 100 insta-famous dog influencers (and their humans) and well as social media influencers, media and radio DJs, recently attended a party in Glasgow hosted by Trespaws, the dog accessory arm of Trespass. The event was held at Glasgow’s unique courtyard venue Barras Art and Design (aka BAaD) and included a ‘dogwalk’ fashion show,…

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Glen Moray Distillery gets ready to star on TV

The team at Glen Moray Distillery in Speyside are getting ready to become TV stars. They welcomed The Three Drinkers to film part of their second series at the distillery earlier this year. Airing the first week of December on Amazon Prime TV, the series focuses on a journey of discovery through Scotland, exploring the…

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The Gael launches its 20cl gin bottle

A Scottish distillery has launched its gin in a new smaller bottle, after the success of its larger creation. The Gael Spirits Company, based in Perthshire, is to release a 20cl bottle of their Signature Gin, due to the popularity of the 70cl bottles. The gin has been successfully selling for almost a year with…

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Scotch Whisky Action Fund backing six projects

The Scotch Whisky Action Fund has announced the six projects that it will be supporting over the coming year as part of the industry’s ongoing commitment to tackling alcohol misuse. The announcement is an outcome of the decision made by the independent awards panel chaired by Dame Joan Stringer. Applications were received from initiatives across…

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Sights set on the Old Man of Hoy – despite being blind

From the moment he watched the televised ascent of the Old Man of Hoy, Red Széll vowed that he too would stand atop Europe’s tallest sea stack. Those dreams went dark at 19 when he learned he was going blind, but 20 years later in 2013, with an ever growing following looking on, inspirational Széll…

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Distillery’s fish project in the running for award

Tamdhu Distillery’s innovative Speyside Fish Pass Project has been shortlisted for the prestigious Scottish National Heritage Business Award at the Nature of Scotland Awards 2019. The awards, presented by RSPB Scotland and co-sponsored by Scottish National Heritage, recognise excellence, innovation and outstanding achievements in nature conservation. Tamdhu Speyside Fish Pass Project is a unique collaboration…

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Finishing touches for this year’s giant lanterns

The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s award-winning Giant Lanterns will be lighting up Edinburgh Zoo this Friday (15 November). Finishing touches and light tests are now taking place for the wildlife conservation charity’s 47-night extravaganza which is back for a third year with a new theme. Giant Lanterns Lost Worlds takes visitors on a journey…

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Bar picks up award for its dedication to craft beer

St Andrews Brewing Company’s original bar has picked up another national award for its dedication to promoting and serving the finest craft beer. The bar, which opened on South Street, St Andrews in November 2013, is located only 200 yards from its own brewery, has 18 lines of its own award-winning beer and the best…

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The Scots dog bidding to be Pet Survivor 2019

A Pomeranian pup from Glasgow has been selected as a finalist in PDSA’s national Pet Survivor 2019 competition. Milo was a victim of puppy farming, leaving him blind and at risk of complete paralysis due to spinal deformities. He defied the odds by surviving risky surgery, which then required intensive care and months of dedicated…

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Pupils learn of the sacrifices made during wartime

Junior school pupils from Kelvinside Academy reflected on the sacrifices made by veterans during a visit from Poppyscotland’s latest inspiring exhibition. ‘Bud’ – an 18 tonne lorry and learning space – is travelling across Scotland to encourage a deeper understanding of Remembrance. The interactive exhibition stopped by the leading independent school last week, giving Kelvinside…

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