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The incredible transformation of this Georgian property

When Julie Allan and her family moved into their property on Edinburgh's Gillespie Street, it bore very little resemblance to the family home that it...
HUW RICHARDS
 Trewern Fawr, Llwynpiod, Tregaron, Ceredigion,


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Grow how know how as gardening gets younger

To many younger people, getting out into the garden is something that the older generation does to while away the hours. Of course, they're wrong,...

Chef-patron urges us all to grow our own food

Today marks the start of National Allotment Week in the UK. No longer are allotments seen as something that is reserved for retirement but instead...
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Keep your garden alive in the heat of August

Traditionally one of the hottest months of the year, August is the time to relax in the garden enjoying long summer days. Watering is key...
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Interior designer’s eclectic tastes create unique home

Interior designer Xanthe Weir owns this stylish apartment in one of Edinburgh’s finest Georgian townhouses on Royal Terrace. The two-bedroom property features a modern sitting...
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Handy hints to keep your garden going during the heat

The effects of this summer's blistering heat and dry weather has been showing up on the greens of Carnoustie with The Open. The normally verdant...
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Gardening Column, Hamish Martin: ‘Mugwort was held sacred by many cultures and thought to be the oldest of plants’

Gardening columnist, Hamish Martin, on the ancient history of mugwort and how this plant can be used today.  I feel a very strong association with...
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Lamb’s House, Leith: One of Scotland’s most historically significant homes hits the market

One of Scotland’s most historically and architecturally significant homes which dates back to the 17th century has gone on the market. Lamb’s House located at...
Bernat Klein Studio, May 2025. Credit: Scottish Historic Buildings Trust

Bernat Klein Studio saved after being bought at auction by Scottish heritage and design organisations

A coalition of leading Scottish heritage and design organisations have been successful in buying the Bernat Klein Studio at auction, saving the modernist masterpiece for...
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Stunning 16th century estate near Edinburgh on the market for £5.25 million

This stunning 16th century estate just 30 minutes from Edinburgh has gone on the market for £5.25 million. Stevenson House sits within 21 acres of...
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Scottish castle on shores of Otterston Loch on sale for £2.6million

A historic Scottish castle on the shores of Otterston Loch which dates back to the 16th century has hit the market. The fairytale Couston Castle, in...
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Insh Island: One of Scotland’s last untouched private Islands hits the market

Insh Island, one of Scotland's last untouched private islands has gone on the market - for just £500,000. The island is only accessible by private...


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