Scotland
The return of Sherlock Holmes – in a special collection
Life is returning to normal following the COVID years, but what has been a constant during this time is our love of books. People have turned to much-loved authors and in particular crime books and this high level of interest is continuing. Sherlock Holmes remains a fascinating and enduring character in the history of British…
Read MoreA bygone Scotland captured in photography
This is a concise paperback edition of the bestselling Scottish photographic book. In the early 1960s, in the course of recording a Dunfermline mill building that was scheduled for demolition, RCAHMS surveyors discovered an incredible collection of over 800 glass plate negatives. Taken between 1880 and 1919, the photographs are a remarkable record of a…
Read MoreAn alternative look at Highland land reform
Prominent land reformer Jim Hunter has produced a compelling account of the modern-day Highlands. Here, there is a battle between environmentalists’ attempts to conserve the nature and landscapes, and the Highlanders themselves trying to preserve their way of life and their culture. This thought-provoking read considers both viewpoints: the Highlanders feel they have a better…
Read MoreNature, Beauty & Heritage for Everyone in new plan
The National Trust for Scotland, has unveiled a new strategy – Nature, Beauty & Heritage for Everyone. The charity is refocussing its vision of caring for, sharing, and speaking up for Scotland’s magnificent heritage. The bold strategy will be delivered over the next ten years as the Trust works towards its centenary in 2031, by…
Read MoreThe 12 Scottish signs of the Zodiac are launched
Scotland’s new official star signs are being officially launched today. The traditional 12 Signs of the Zodiac are being replaced, and Scotland’s first National Astrologer has been appointed, to bring the nation good fortune in the coming years. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon approved the move, which will see the zodiac replaced by Scottish equivalents, reflecting…
Read MoreARRAN introduce a new liquid tartan soap
ARRAN Sense of Scotland has found the answer to a conundrum that’s baffled bath and body care product developers for years – by creating a tartan handwash that holds its pattern when squeezed from the bottle. Launching just in time for Tartan Day (6 April), the new handwash reflects the brand’s Scottish heritage and is…
Read MoreFantastically Great Women Who Changed the World
The new cast has been announced for the 2022 UK tour of inspiring girl power musical Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World. This empowering stage adaptation is coming to Edinburgh and brought to life by an incredible all-female led cast and creative team, based on the book of the same name by Suffragette descendant…
Read MoreHistoric sites across Scotland are opening
A 4000-year-old cairn, the Tower which inspired Sir Walter Scott and the former home to Scottish engineer James Watt, are among the historic sites that will be reopening across Scotland for the spring and summer. More historic sites across Scotland are opening their doors to visitors once again, with neolithic ceremonial site Cairnpapple Hill, and…
Read MoreA sweet treat with Mont Blanc meringues
Today’s recipe of the day is a sweet treat that will appeal to vegans and carnivores alike – a tasty meringue. Merchant Gourmet – the plant-based pulses and grains brand – has created a delicious spread of plant-based tasty recipes. Today, we offer Mont Blanc meringues, with no eggs involved! Click HERE for more recipes…
Read MoreWhat’s up with Whisky: March Madness
Welcome to our new whisky column where we will be discussing the secondary whisky market. As well as insights into the market we will be giving you a roundup of key auction results, record setting bottles, trends and chatting about when something particularly mad happens. Speaking of which, let’s get the bottles rolling with some…
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