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Unique opportunity to buy Scottish former tourist information centre
A former visitor information centre in one of Scotland’s prime tourist spots, offers a truly unique opportunity for commercial buyers looking for their next venture. On the market with property experts Bell Ingram, the incredible property in the tranquil fishing resort of Lochinver on the west coast of Scotland is set on the North Coast…
Read MoreLadies are on target to have another hot shot year
Scotland’s premier ladies shooting club Glad Rags & Cartridge Bags got the new year off to a cracking start with their blast away the January blues clay shooting event at Pittodrie House Hotel in Aberdeenshire. Ladies of all experiences took part, ranging from ones who had never held a gun before to the more experienced…
Read MoreFlower power will show that spring is finally on its way
The Stirlingshire Snowdrop Festival festival returns this winter in a collective display of the Spring-bringing flowers. The three sites for this year’s festival will be raising money for various charities, as well as Scotland’s Gardens (SG) beneficiaries, writes Stacey Wylie. Gargunnock House will be open 11am–3.30pm every day, for the entirety of the Snowdrop Festival,…
Read MoreTuned in for new appointments at the Royal Scottish National Orchestra
The Royal Scottish National Orchestra has made two major appointments. The orchestra has appointed Paul Philbert as its new principal timpani and Luis Eisen as associate principal bassoon, writes Stacey Wylie. Paul Philbert, originally from London, will be joining RSNO as principal timpani (kettledrum). Having studied at Purcell School and Trinity College, Philbert has had…
Read MoreScotland gets ready for a week of celebrating Robert Burns
Robert Burns Night is not far away, and a host of events are taking place over the coming week to mark the occasion. Celebrated annually on Robert Burns’ birthday, 25 January, Burns Night gathers Scots and Scots-at-heart around the world to pay tribute to the great poet’s life and works. This year, the event is…
Read MoreHistorical Burns artefacts can be uncovered in city museums
Fascinating items related to Robert Burns are being put on show by Museums and Galleries Edinburgh. A plaster cast of Rabbie’s skull, a lock of hair belonging to The Bard’s wife and Burns’ draft of ‘Scots wha hae’ (Bruce’s address to his troops at Bannockburn) are just a few of the fascinating personal items linked…
Read MoreEdinburgh Zoo is just the ticket with fantastic treasure hunt
Edinburgh Zoo has launched a city-wide treasure hunt. Prizes include tickets to The Giant Lanterns of China and other exclusive prizes hidden across Edinburgh. The search is on for mysterious red envelopes hidden in some of the capital’s most iconic locations. Each envelope contains free tickets to the Zoo’s winter extravaganza, the Giant Lanterns of…
Read MoreScotland sees ‘phenomenal growth’ in tourism – with TV show Outlander proving a big draw
A range of influences have driven more visitors to Scotland, with a 14.6% and 10% rise on overseas and domestic visits respectively. National tourism organisation VisitScotland has reported a significant increase in visitor numbers, as well as in how much they spend. This is good news for the company, whose main aim is to grow…
Read MoreBook review – Bloody Scotland, by 12 of Scotland’s best crime writers
Scotland is currently dripping with talented crime writers, and this novel brings together 12 of them under the one roof. The writing team includes Chris Brookmyre, Lin Anderson, Gordon Brown, Ann Cleeves, Doug Johnstone, Stuart MacBride, Val McDermid, Craig Robertson, Sara Sheridan, ES Thomson, Louise Welsh and Denise Mina. They have contributed 12 short stories,…
Read MoreBook review: Whiskies Galore – A Tour of Scotland’s Island Distilleries
With nearly 30 years of experience in and around the whisky industry, Ian Buxton is well-placed when it comes to going on a tour of Scotland’s island distilleries. From Arran to Orkney, he brings together his expert knowledge with entertaining travelogues, to make for a read that should appeal to more than just the connoisseurs of…
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