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They’re knitting bears to help children in trauma
A close knit team have teamed up with Police Scotland to create cuddly toys to help youngsters bear with traumatic events. Trauma Teddies, which will be kept in police cars around the country and given to distressed children, have been knitted by three talented tenants from Bield’s Whitehill Lodge in Dalkeith. Over the last few…
Read MoreOlivier Award winner is new arts academy patron
An Olivier Award-winner has become the first patron of a Scottish academy of performing arts. The Edinburgh-based MGA Academy of Performing Arts has announced world-famous performer Peter Schaufuss has taken on the role, with the goal of continuing the trend of having coached some of the UK’s prominent young performers. The Olivier Award-winning ballet dancer,…
Read MoreGlasgow Cathedral Festival to return for a third outing
Final preparations are underway for the third Glasgow Cathedral Festival. Running from Sunday 21 to Sunday 28 October, Glasgow’s medieval cathedral provides a striking setting for this annual celebration of music, art and history, contributing to Glasgow’s reputation as a thriving cultural centre. GCF began in 2016 as a year-long programme of concerts marking the…
Read MoreNicola Benedetti looks to get more children into music
Scotland’s world-class violinist Nicola Benedetti launched a fantastic new series of free Super Strings Sessions for hundreds of young musicians across Scotland. Nicola, along with Big Noise, are promoting the Super Strings Sessions will involve around 350 young string players and are supported by players of People’s Postcode Lottery. The scheme was launched at Aberdeen…
Read MoreDedication to his post earns John a reward
We all know someone who has gone over and above the call of duty in order to do their job. Now, a dedicated member of staff who slept overnight in an Aberdeenshire castle has been awarded a prestigious award by the National Trust for Scotland. John Lemon, visitor services supervisor at Craigievar Castle near Alford…
Read MoreAn indulgence to help beat the darker nights
As the nights slowly get darker and autumn creeps in – it’s essential to keep the happy vibes flowing. A five star award-winning spa at Blythswood Square in Glasgow is offering those missing the longer nights the chance to indulge themselves in the more pleasurable things in life. The luxury location in the heart of…
Read MoreThe Battle of Prestonpans set for re-enactment
The historic Battle of Prestonpans will be marked this month with a massive living history event. Held as part of the annual East Lothian Battle Weekend, and supported by EventScotland and East Lothian Council, a series of family friendly activities have been planned on 15th and 16th September, at the culmination of East Lothian Archaeology…
Read MoreIt will be all light on the night on Scottish mountains
A special charity fundraising involving Scottish mountains is returning this month. The National Trust for Scotland has opened registrations for one of its most unique fundraising events, the Torchlight Challenge. Taking place on Saturday 15 September, the Torchlight Challenge invites those with a passion for Scotland’s mountains to climb one of three of Scotland’s most…
Read MoreParents paying the price to get a good education
Parents need to pay an average of £72,973 more to live in the catchment area of a top performing state secondary school in Scotland. That’s according to new research from Bank of Scotland showing that average prices in these areas have now reached £277,134. Home buyers are paying, on average, a premium of over a…
Read MoreScottish produce with an authentic Italian twist
With Scotland Food and Drink Fortnight running until 16 September, the country is gearing up to celebrate the best our nation has to offer. Food producers and restaurants across Scotland are encouraging the public to think about what they’re putting on their plate, and are being encouraged to support the local economy. One of the…
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