Posts Tagged ‘Aberdeen’
Supermarket’s festival of beer is underway
A host of Scottish breweries are celebrating a summer sales boost expected to be worth over ÂŁ110,000. Aldi is holding its Scottish Beer Festival, which returns to stores across the country today (Thursday 28 June). The in-store festival – which has championed Scottish breweries since its inception in 2012 – shines a spotlight on the…
Read MoreMore stores will bring Scots produce to your doorstep
Shoppers will be able to pick up more food produced in Scotland in the near future. Lidl has announced it will be recruiting over 300 new members of staff in Scotland over the next 18 months, as the leading discounter presses ahead with its ambitious expansion plans across the country. The current growth plans include…
Read MoreArchitect-designed property is top of the range
An impressive architect-designed house with bright and spacious accommodation is now for sale. Presented by Galbraith, Morla is a most impressive detached house situated in a peaceful yet easily accessible rural location near Keith, in Moray. Sitting in an elevated position, the house enjoys stunning views, particularly to the south. Completed in 2014, the house…
Read MoreFirst speakers in society’s new lecture series confirmed
The Royal Celtic Society’s lunchtime lecture series, which runs monthly from September to March, will resume later this year. Taking place in the stunning surroundings of the Dome Room in Edinburgh’s New Register House, these events are open to members Society and to members of the public alike. The first event, scheduled for 1pm on…
Read MoreScottish park will host live screening of La bohème
One of the world’s most popular operas and unforgettable stories is set to enchant audiences when it comes to a Scottish park. Duthie Park in Aberdeen will host a screening of La bohème on Tuesday, 26 June. The opera is part of the free, outdoor BP Big Screens programme streamed live from the Royal Opera…
Read MoreScottish artworks to go on international loans
Works of art from Aberdeen’s renowned collection will be exhibited in Sweden, Japan and Spain as part of a programme of international loans. Councillors gave their backing to the plans, which continue Aberdeen’s proud history of facilitating the worldwide display of key pieces. The programme includes the loan of a John Singer Sargent self-portrait to…
Read MoreScottish school pupils could be trained in CPR
Pupils at schools in a Scottish city could be set to become real lifesavers. Aberdeen City Council is to work with the British Heart Foundation (BHF) to bring forward proposals to introduce CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) training in secondary schools. The charity is bidding to improve cardiac arrest survival rates by supporting the roll-out of sessions…
Read MoreScotland’s land-based traditions will be shared
Youngsters are set to learn more about Scottish farming, food and the land at the Dumfries House Estate. Staff at the Ayrshire estate have welcomed a new colleague who will help deliver the growing number of education and training initiatives at the Ayrshire site. Arianne Knowles, who is originally from Annan, has recently been appointed…
Read MoreBeautiful new home on the site of an old mill
A modern home built from the stone of a former mill is now for sale. Presented for sale by Galbraith, the Old Mill at Deskford is a very impressive home sitting in a charming and easily accessible rural setting to the south of the popular village of Cullen, a historic coastal town located between the…
Read MoreNew music and dance production is coming to Orkney
The founder of Orkney’s St Magnus International Festival is to be remembered in a special music and dance event. The St Magnus International Festival has taken place annually on the Islands of Orkney since being founded by Peter Maxwell Davies in 1977, and this year runs from Friday 22-Thursday 28 June. The magical atmosphere of…
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