Outdoors
Royal approval completes historic park reopening
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal has officially reopened Edinburgh’s historic Saughton Park. Following a £8m seven-year renovation project to fully refurbish and reinstate many of the Park’s original Edwardian features – transforming the gardens into an inclusive space for the whole local community – the project was officially declared complete. As Patron of the…
Read MoreWhen Scots came to the fore in the golfing world
Scotland is the home of golf, so it’s hardly surprising that the country’s men and women have put in some great performances on the fairways over the years. With the Solheim Cup coming to Gleneagles later this year, golf will be on everyone’s lips this summer. 1. Colin Montgomerie, Ryder Cup, 2010 The 2010 Ryder…
Read MoreBrash McKelvie – farewell to the roast dinners
Scottish Field’s new online columnist Brash McKelvie updates you on their week. Here are the cast of characters that share the vicissitudes of life: Scragend – a Rhode Island Red of indeterminate age and foul nature. Shitting Cat – does exactly what it says on the tin. The Beloved – a paragon of virtue and…
Read MoreNew survey looks at the issue of sheep worrying
Farmers and dog owners are being asked for their opinions on the growing problem of sheep worrying. Last year, police were called to more than 1,100 dog attacks on sheep in the UK. It is not fully understood how sheep and dog owners view this issue and how their opinions may differ, both in terms…
Read MoreGleneagles hosting charity shoot event next week
The Prince’s Trust Scotland clay pigeon shoot will be returning to the famous surroundings of the Gleneagles Hotel and Shooting Lodge at the end of next week. Taking place on Friday 14 June, this will be the celebrated event’s seventh year. A spokesman said: ‘We have a tantalising shooting and culinary extravaganza planned this year…
Read MoreNew business is setting sail on the Clyde
A new marine training centre and sightseeing tour company has set up along the River Clyde – the first of its kind in Glasgow to be run by qualified Merchant and Royal Navy marine professionals. Glasgow City Boats, founded by John Mackenzie and Jill McCairns, offers a wide and comprehensive array of training courses, all…
Read MoreRural college will shake it up at Highland Show
State-of-the-art virtual reality headsets, milkshake created from a world-famous dairy herd and a chance to fly miniature drones are among the draws at the Scotland’s Rural College marquee at the 2019 Royal Highland Show. It will take place from 20-23 June, and with a focus on disruptive technologies that help to drive the country’s rural…
Read MoreTreasure hunting for the modern era with an app
Geocaching is treasure hunting for the modern age and, for Neil Torrens, a past time that borders on an obsession How did geocaching begin? Twelve years ago the US government changed who could access their satellites for GPS. The next day someone hid a tub in the woods and put the coordinates online. A few…
Read MorePrince’s Trust charity shoot returns to Gleneagles
The hugely celebrated Prince’s Trust Scotland clay pigeon shoot will be returning to the famous surroundings of the Gleneagles Hotel and Shooting Lodge next month. Taking place on Friday 14 June, this will be the event’s seventh year. A spokesman said: ‘We have a tantalising shooting and culinary extravaganza planned this year ensuring a great…
Read MoreDrumlanrig Castle hosts a nature-filled day for families
The team at Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate have a jam-packed line-up of Ranger events throughout May and June for all the family to enjoy. Events include a Teddy bear Picnic where parents, little ones and their favourite teddies are invited to join the Rangers for a fun afternoon on Sunday 26 May. For £2…
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