The perfect boots for riding, stable work and walks

Scottish Field tries and tests the Ariat Torridon GTX Boots. What is it: Ariat Torridon GTX Boots, RRP £330. www.ariat.com I want them because: I want my feet to be comfortable but protected while at the stables or out with the dogs. These boots are sturdy enough to take me over rough terrain with their…

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Beach polo tournament arrives next week

Elie beach is set to provide a picturesque setting for the inaugural Scotland’s Cavalry Polo Tournament next weekend. On Saturday, 19 October, the free event hosted by The Ship Inn will see the polo clubs from The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards pitted against The Scottish and North Irish Yeomanry and The University of St Andrews…

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4396 Scottish Field Instagram fans can’t be wrong

Scottish Field’s Instagram account is growing at a fast rate. We love sharing amazing pictures of all things Scottish and some fab behind the scenes images of what the team here gets up to as we produce our magazine each month. Not only as we sharing our own images, with at least a picture a day,…

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Pick your own pumpkin from a six acre patch

Scotland’s premier pumpkin patch has opened today (Friday 11 October). More than 7,000 pumpkins have been grown across six acres of land at Arnprior Farm, Stirling, in a variety of sizes, perfect for Halloween, making hearty soups or for autumn decoration. The patch will be open every day until Sunday, 27 October, from 9.30am-5.30pm. The…

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Getting more from Scotland’s woodlands

Forestry professionals are set to share their expertise on how to boost the productivity of existing woodland. Organised through the Scottish Government’s Farm Advisory Service (FAS), a free event will take place near Stirling later this month which will cover the best way to manage woods, from thinning to restocking, and provide details of Felling…

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Égalité, Fraternité, Liberté – for Scotland’s trees

When she’s not helping to clear 100 hectares of Wester Ross from the invasive species rhododendron ponticum, Isabelle Kerjose is a community councillor in Applecross and a teacher of yoga. How did you learn to be a chainsaw cutter? I am originally from France and came to live in Applecross with my partner. I was…

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The final part of our wildlife spotting guide

Kingfisher in winter

We highlight where to find Scotland’s beautiful wildlife in the final part of our feature. We’ve brought you 50 great places to see the nation’s top creatures, from the fast and the furry, to the beautiful and sleek. Click HERE to see part four, HERE to look at part three, HERE to read part two,…

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Celebrating Scotland’s business diversity

From spirits to squirrels, and houses to hotels, the Helping It Happen Awards has shone a light on some of Scotland’s most innovative, diverse and quirky businesses. The Helping It Happen Awards enjoyed a third annual gala at the Sheraton Hotel, Edinburgh. Hosted by member organisation Scottish Land & Estates which runs the Helping It…

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A sky full of stars with the air ambulance

As Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance gears up for the launch of its new Aberdeen base and aircraft next year, Scottish Field talks with the team in Perth to learn of their experiences saving lives across the country. Just 25 minutes. That’s the time it takes Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) to reach 90% of the…

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Partners help children grow nature knowledge

Conservation charity the National Trust for Scotland and supermarket giant Lidl have teamed up to help children build their nature knowledge. As part of the retailer’s commitment to encouraging Scottish families to lead healthy and active lifestyles, it has partnered with the conservation Trust, the charity that protects Scotland’s national and natural treasures to produce…

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