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Glenmorangie returns 20,000 oysters to the sea
A total of 20,000 oysters are to be introduced into the sea near Glenmorangie’s Highland home, as part of the single malt whisky’s ground-breaking project to restore oyster reefs fished to extinction a century ago. In pursuit of its vision to enhance the marine biodiversity of the Dornoch Firth, Glenmorangie and its partners last year…
Read MoreWhy Scotland’s seas need to be protected
A charitably trusts says Scotland’s west coast seas are a global hotspot for cetaceans and basking sharks – and need better protection. The Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust has released a new marine atlas capturing key discoveries made over the past 15 years. The first Hebridean Marine Mammal Atlas showcases findings by the charity’s scientists…
Read MoreSusan delighted to be a Keeper of the Quaich
A distillery brand home manager who has been delighting visitors for five years about Benromach Speyside single malt Scotch whisky has become a Keeper of the Quaich. Susan Colville was invited to join the international and select society which recognises those who have shown outstanding commitment to the Scotch whisky industry, at an exclusive ceremony…
Read MoreSecluded, peaceful location with loch views
A unique opportunity to buy a large, detached house on the banks of one of Scotland’s most beautiful lochs has arisen. Presented for sale by Bell Ingram, Braevallich House is set within 10 acres on the shores of Loch Awe in Dalmally, Argyll and Bute and boasts impressive views over the water and rolling hills…
Read MoreDistillery visitor experience revamp revealed
Plans to transform the visitor experience at the Glenkinchie Distillery have been formally submitted. The plans centre around the renovation and conversion of Glenkinchie’s beautiful, traditional red brick warehouse buildings into a stunning multi-levelled visitor experience, which will include a welcome lounge, retail unit, bar and cocktail making classroom, tasting rooms and a cask draw…
Read MoreWorldwide honours from the Keepers of the Quaich
People came from the four corners of the Earth to Scotland this week, to be honoured for their outstanding commitment to whisky. The Keepers of the Quaich is an international society which was established by the Scotch whisky industry to celebrate those who produce and promote the world’s finest distilled spirit. Only a limited number…
Read MoreA Highland castle for sale at £3.75million+
A Highland castle is currently on the property market for offers over £3.75 million. Located in Acharacle, Highland, Glenborrowdale Castle is an A listed Scots baronial mansion in grounds of about 132.99 acres including the Isle of Risga, with panoramic views over Loch Sunart and the Isles of Carna and Oronsay. Presented by Bell Ingram,…
Read MoreScotch whisky firm to open its first Spanish store
Scotland is used to working with Spain and Spanish companies when it comes to whisky. But rather than importing sherry casks to Scotland, Johnnie Walker is going in the opposite direction to opening a flagship experiential retail store in central Madrid next month. The Spanish capital was selected as the location for the first Johnnie…
Read MorePerth’s Halloween mountain bike event is sold out
Scotland’s mountain bike Enduro World Series qualifier later this month has sold out. Muckmedden Events’ Fair City Enduro, Scotland’s only Enduro World Series qualifier of 2018, being staged in Perth on Saturday 27 October, has no entries left. Entries for the 2018 Fair City Enduro (FCE) mountain bike race, Scotland’s only Enduro World Series (EWS)…
Read MoreEnjoy magic moments and fantastic beasts
Mythical creatures and magic moments are coming to a Scottish country park. Illuminight with Lidl returns to Dean Castle Country Park, in Kilmarnock, with this year’s magical theme including some of the exciting new elements from this year’s spectacular sound and light event. The event, with the theme Mythical Creatures, is run by East Ayrshire…
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