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The enthusiasts who celebrate the age of steam
Steam locomotives are a poignant reminder of a time when Britain’s railways kept the country on track and were the arteries of industry. There is an undeniable sense of nostalgia that can be felt when in the company of steam trains. The engines themselves are working symbols of British heritage and industrialisation which inspire great…
Read MoreCelebrating 10 of the greatest Flying Scotsmen
Scotland has a prestigious past firmly rooted in the field of aviation. From inventors to pilots, this list of intrepid airmen reads like a who’s who of flight history. 1. Frank Barnwell Captain Frank Sowter Barnwell was a University of Glasgow graduate who, in partnership with his brother Harold, achieved the first powered flight in…
Read MoreMountain bike superstars are coming to Scotland
Mountain biking superstars Greg Minnaar and Steve Peat will speak about their careers as part of the brand new event presented by The Dunoon Project. A three day festival celebrating the outdoors in and around Dunoon will be held for the first time in the town on Scotland’s Adventure Coast from 27 – 29 September.…
Read MoreWhy I’m so pleased the Simpsons broke their promise
Peter Ranscombe toasts a Scottish and Northern Irish couple triumphing with their English wines. “WE PROMISED we would never make an English still wine,” laughed Charles Simpson as he addressed his guests in the basement at Trade Soho, the private members’ club in London where he and his wife, Ruth, launched their range of four……
Read MoreWINE TO DINE – JUNE 2019 – ASPARAGUS
In a sauvignon blanc special, Scottish Field wine columnist Peter Ranscombe picks pairings for asparagus. FEW wines have such a strong affinity with a single ingredient as sauvignon blanc and asparagus, which is this month’s star ingredient in Scottish Field magazine. Flick through any book on wine and the tasting notes for the more savoury…
Read MoreThe forgotten daughter of Sir William Burrell
Behind the remarkable collection gifted to Glasgow by philanthropist Sir William Burrell, lies a bitter family feud and a daughter who could never fulfil her father’s expectations. More than twenty years ago I set out to unravel a mystery, but with no idea where my mission would lead. It all began with the death in…
Read MoreFringe debut for Scots stunt cyclist Danny MacAskill
Scots stunt cyclist Danny MacAskill is this month marking the 10th anniversary of the launch of his breakthrough video, April 2009, which has had over 38 million views on YouTube. It features mind-blowing stunts filmed at iconic locations across Edinburgh, and was viewed by hundreds of thousands of people overnight. The world-renowned street trials rider…
Read MoreScotland’s Golf Coast hosting four major events
Golf enthusiasts are in for a treat this spring and summer, with a packed full schedule of events. Scotland’s Golf Coast is excited to again be the selected venue for the three major Scottish Open Championships and the World Hickory Open Championship. The flagship ASI Scottish Open and the ASI Ladies Scottish Open will in…
Read MoreFacing his fear has made Jules a free solo climber
Jules Lines’s calm head and careful planning has made him Britain’s most accomplished free solo climber. We were about 300 feet above the Pass of Ballater and Jules Lines was posing for photographs, standing nonchalantly on the edge of a sheer cliff like a mountain goat. Lines is one of the UK’s best free climbers,…
Read MoreDistell have the art of distilling success
Distell has picked up whisky awards north and south of the border – in the space of one evening. It was crowned ‘Overall Distiller of the Year’ at the Icons of Whisky Awards in London last night. The leading spirits producer’s winning streak continued at the World Whisky Awards later that evening with three additional…
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