Posts Tagged ‘Aberdeen’
Midge Ure’s still playing and loving his music
Midge Ure is one of the most important figures in the British music and cultural scene of the last 50 years. That’s not an overstatement – the Scots singer and songwriter was behind Do They Know It’s Christmas? charity single, as well as co-organiser of Live Aid, with Sir Bob Geldof, raising millions of pounds…
Read MoreHighland Games treat for Father’s Day
A Father’s Day treat is in store as the stage is set for Aberdeen’s Highland Games on Sunday. Final preparations are underway for the popular city gathering, which is now in its 58th year. The games will run from 10am to 5.30pm at Hazlehead Park and feature a mix of traditional events, entertainment and activities…
Read MoreSir James MacMillan puts his Tryst in home town
World renowned Scottish composer Sir James MacMillan launched a festival in his home town, Cumnock in Ayrshire, to bring classical music to a wider audience and to give something back to his local community. Now in its fifth year, the Cumnock Tryst has just announced its programme for the 2018 festival, which runs from October…
Read MoreSolar farm’s success is the power of Scotland
One of Scotland’s largest solar farms is on track to produce its highest amount of green energy in a year – helped along by a record month in May. Mackie’s of Scotland’s 7000 panel solar farm, based on the Aberdeenshire family farm, helps the firm produce its famous ice cream and chocolate while creating enough…
Read MoreReview: Cooking with Mackie’s of Scotland
What’s the story? A delicious combination of sweet and savoury recipes have been collected from staff who work for Mackie’s of Scotland, been compiled into one fantastic volume, and the proceeds will benefit muscle-wasting charity Muscular Dystrophy UK. They’ve dreamed up, tested, tasted and agreed on a collection of 31 recipes, which will whet the…
Read MoreEquestrian facilities at an outstanding home
An impressive family home with superb equestrian facilities is currently for sale. With four bedrooms and two reception rooms, plus an excellent riding arena (about 54m x 35m), Galbraith are delighted to present Twin Pines to the market. Located in Mulben, Moray, Twin Pines is a most impressive family home with pleasant views and excellent equestrian…
Read MoreNew recipe book will cook up a treat for charity
Staff at a leading Scottish food firm have worked together to release their first book of recipes to help fund a cure for one of the country’s rarest medical conditions. Workers at Mackie’s of Scotland have dreamed up, tested, tasted and agreed on a collection of 31 recipes – both sweet and savoury, from each…
Read MoreThe Scotswoman who stopped babies being killed
Killing new-born twins was common practice in the 19th century among the Ibibio people of Nigeria, but one Scotswoman went to great lengths to put an end to this. Aberdeen-born Mary Slessor was one of the few missionaries in Africa who learnt the local language, adapted to the native customs and environment and gained the…
Read MoreEight Scottish beaches that are worth a visit
With long stretches of golden sand, grassy dunes and dramatic clifftops, Aberdeenshire’s 165-mile long coast boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the country. As well as natural beauty, the region’s seaside offers activities for everyone from families to dog walkers, surfers and photographers. So as the days get warmer and longer, why not…
Read MoreBeautiful Ackergill Tower is on the market for ÂŁ3.9million
A stunning 15th century property located by the sea is on the market for offers over ÂŁ3.9million. Presented for sale by Knight Frank, Ackergill Tower, in Wick, Caithness, is a 15th century construction, significantly extended in the 19th century and extensively refurbished and renovated in the 21st century. Set in 30 acres of its own…
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