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Nature snappers encouraged to send in their shots
Scotland’s nature photographers are being invited to give it their best shot. Amateur Scottish nature photographers of all ages are currently being invited to enter a prestigious competition. In a search for the best UK landscape, wildlife and country photography, a competition is being run by conservation science charity the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust…
Read MoreNew Explore North Coast 500 nature campaign launched
NatureScot has teamed up with the North Highland Initiative and North Coast 500 Ltd to launch a new campaign aimed at helping people explore and rediscover the north Highlands responsibly after almost of year in lockdown. The Explore North Coast 500 campaign showcases over 50 sites of historical interest and natural heritage, including Smoo Cave,…
Read MoreTens of thousands in whisky sales at auction
A bottle of Bowmore 35-year-old 1964 was the top selling lot at Bonhams whisky sale in Edinburgh on Tuesday 1 June. Distilled and bottled by Morrison’s Bowmore Distillery, it was bottle number 26 of 99 from cask 3709. It sold for £19,642 having been estimated at £10,000-14,000. Other highlights included: The Macallan Select Reserve 52-year-old…
Read MoreRare Scotch whiskies going under the online hammer
Bidding has opened on some rare Scotch whiskies, as well as other spirits from around the world. Sotheby’s sale of Rare Whisky & Moutai features drinks from Asia and Scotland, featuring some of the rarest whiskies and Moutai – China’s most famous distilled spirit – ever to come to auction. The Scotch Whisky in the…
Read MoreFour whiskies say Cheers To Better Days in new series
Leading independent bottler, Douglas Laing & Co, have revealed their Old Particular Cheers to Better Days mini-series. This comprises of a Jura 12 Years Old Single Malt, Port Dundas 16 Years Old Single Grain, Linkwood 12 Years Old Single Malt and a Bunnahabhain 12 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky; each from just one single…
Read MoreLegal challenge to Govt’s beaver killing policy
A legal challenge by Trees for Life to the Scottish Government’s beaver killing policy will be heard by the Court of Session in Edinburgh on Thursday 3 June and Friday 4 June. Trees for Life says the Government’s nature agency NatureScot is breaking the law by failing to make the killing of the protected species…
Read MoreRare whisky marks Scotland’s football finals return
Scotland’s return to the finals of a major international football competition is just days away. Whisky lovers will soon be raising a glass to a new limited-edition single malt that has been specially ageing for nearly 23 years – and has only been released to mark Scotland’s reappearance at a major men’s football tournament. Released…
Read MoreRoyal Highland Showcase reveals livestock entry figures
The Royal Highland Showcase has revealed excellent livestock entry figures for its sheep, cattle and goat classes. Over 1100 entries have been confirmed for the innovative hybrid event, in partnership with Royal Bank of Scotland, which takes place at Ingliston from June 14-20. The showing and judging of the livestock will be livestreamed during the…
Read MoreRHASS reveals the 2021 Sir William Young Award Winner
Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland has announced the 2021 Sir William Young Award winner. Alasdair Houston, of Gretna House Farms in Gretna Green, has been awarded this year’s prestigious Sir William Young Award for his exceptional contribution to the world of cattle breeding. The award recognises outstanding contribution to livestock breeding and commemorates…
Read MoreRufflets is an idyllic sanctuary for relaxing short breaks
In family ownership for over 68 years, Rufflets is set in ten acres of stunning gardens and mature woodland in St Andrews. Providing an idyllic sanctuary for relaxing short breaks, a base from which to explore the historic town of St Andrews and the East Neuk, and the perfect place to reconnect with family and…
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