Outdoors
Marking 160 years of an important landmark
The 160th anniversary of the Katrine Aqueduct, one of Scotland’s most important pieces of infrastructure, was marked this week with a special re-enactment of its official inauguration by Queen Victoria. Actors donned Victorian attire and a modern-day lookalike ‘Queen Victoria’ followed in the footsteps of the monarch and repeated her words close to the very…
Read MoreGolf coast to host golf’s World Hickory Festival
With record numbers attending the World Hickory Festival this year, competitors from around the world are heading to Scotland’s Golf Coast next week. Golfers will play for the World Hickory Open Championship title in East Lothian from 20-2 4 October. It will be played on Dunbar, Kilspindie, Gullane 2 and Gullane 3. Last year, competitors…
Read MoreThe 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…
Read MoreBeach 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…
Read More4396 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,…
Read MorePick 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…
Read MoreGetting 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…
Read MoreÉgalité, 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…
Read MoreThe final part of our wildlife spotting guide
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,…
Read MoreCelebrating 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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