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Burns Cottage rethatched in conservation project
Burns Cottage is ready for anything the weather can throw at it. Thatcher Dave Brooks this week added the final sheaf of wheat to the roof of the Bard’s cottage in Alloway. The cottage, owned and looked after by the National Trust for Scotland is undergoing extensive conservation work by the charity, including the replacement…
Read MoreArdbeg launches search for new distillery manager
The Ardbeg Distillery has launched a search for a new distillery manager. In October this year, Mickey Heads will retire as manager after 13 years in the role. During Mickey’s time, he has played a part in the spectacular growth of the Ardbeg brand while maintaining the impeccable quality of the whisky. He has also…
Read MoreSearch is on for 200 posts with Johnnie Walker
Johnnie Walker Princes Street will tell the story of leading Scotch whisky brand in a seven-floor, multi-million-pound visitor experience in the heart of the west end. Now they are on the hunt for almost 200 staff, who will work in a variety of roles and help bring the Johnnie Walker story to life. With roof…
Read MoreOffers over £3million for Clan Ramsay’s ancestral home
One of Scotland’s most significant and historic castles, 18th century Brechin Castle, is now for sale. Brechin Castle occupies a commanding position overlooking its surrounding designed landscape. There are about 40 acres of policies including the renowned walled garden, where, in addition to the Castle there are two gate lodges (West and New) and three…
Read MoreCapturing an estate in its year-round glory
Straloch Estate sits on the edge of the Cairngorms National Park, a diverse and beautiful spot for visitors. Photographer John MacPherson’s challenge was to capture the essence of this vast estate as a birthday gift for owner Lucy Holt from her husband Will. ‘I was approached to show the way the estate changes over the…
Read MoreA comfortable family home – for £825,000+
An exceptional home situated in delightful private grounds is now for sale. Presented by Galbraith, Westfield House is a beautiful Georgian house set in a lovely grounds and offers spacious well-proportioned accommodation over three levels and also benefits from a self-contained two bedroom annexe. The house has been significantly upgraded and improved by the current…
Read MoreDeer group cancel AGM over Corona virus threat
The Association of Deer Management Groups annual general meeting, which was due to take place next week, has been postponed due to the Corona virus threat. The annual gathering of around 200 of Scotland’s upland deer managers was due to take place at the Drumossie Hotel, Inverness on Wednesday 18 March. It will be rescheduled…
Read MoreLuxury jewellers seek home for much-loved piano
Luxury jewellery retailer Hamilton & Inches are look for a new home for their much-loved piano. It has stood in pride of place in the showroom since 2012, but now, to coincide with Pass it On Week, a local recipient could make sweet music. The Ritmüller baby grand has entertained thousands of customers over the years…
Read MoreMarchmont Mural Cycle set to be unveiled
World-class speakers to explore the importance of Phoebe Anna Traquair, the Pre-Raphaelite Sisterhood and other 19th-century women. Mural paintings of the Four Seasons will be unveiled in the Cupola Hall of one of Scotland’s most beautiful stately homes during an event to celebrate and promote women artists. Artist and art historian Julia Alexandra Mee has…
Read MoreA contemporary home on a Scottish isle
An architect-designed home with five acres of land on the beautiful Isle of North Uist, a stunning and unspoilt Hebridean island, is now for sale. Presented by Galbraith, Taigh na Coille (The Forest House) is situated close to the beach and enjoys a panoramic outlook over the surrounding countryside and the sea. The property has…
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