Posts Tagged ‘Aberdeen’
New partnership to help boost Duke of Edinburgh Award
Scottish outdoor adventure retail specialist Tiso has signed an exclusive three-year partnership with the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme. Tiso, which has had roots in Edinburgh for over 55 years, has been named a Recommended Retailer of Expedition Kit for the highly respected award. Effective from 1 April and with the JD group (which incorporates…
Read MorePrepare for a scare with the Cramond Killer
Bloody-curdling horrors are being brought to life with the latest technology in the heart of Scotland’s capital. The Edinburgh Dungeon has today launched its first-ever VR experience, inspired by the real-life story of the execution and public dissection of John Howison, a 19th century Edinburgh murderer more commonly known as the Cramond Killer. Not for…
Read MoreLearn about Muriel Spark from one of her closest friends
The centenary of Dame Muriel Spark later this month with a special talk given by the world-famous Scottish author’s close friend and journalist, Alan Taylor. Hosted by Aberdeen City Libraries, the event, entitled A Friendship with Muriel Spark, charts Alan’s friendship with Dame Muriel from the time he first interviewed her at home in Tuscany…
Read MoreShooting ladies do their bit to back a great cause
Scotland’s premier ladies clay shooting club Glad Rags & Cartridge Bags and the Edinburgh branch of the luxury British clothing company teamed up to raise a fantastic ÂŁ600 for the charity CLAN. This unique event took place at Raemoir House in Aberdeenshire. After a morning of clay shooting instruction, the ladies were treated to a…
Read MoreA double boost to restore Aberdeen Music Hall
An ÂŁ8.7million campaign to revamp Aberdeen Music Hall has been given a huge boost. Aberdeen Performing Arts (APA) has announce the launch of a new corporate sponsorship campaign in support of the Music Hall Transformation. The scheme has been kicked off with donations totalling ÂŁ10,000 from Aberdeen Standard Investments and BP. APA, the charitable trust…
Read MoreFruity combination for a new Scottish ice cream
Scottish ice cream lovers can refresh their mouths with a sensational new flavour. Sampling juicy mango and zingy passionfruit, Mackie’s of Scotland has unveiled its newest limited edition offering, whcih will transportg ice cream lovers to warmer surroundings with its new tropical flavour combination. Available from Tesco stores across the country, Mackie’s Mango and Passionfruit…
Read MoreThree fantastic evenings of jazz are in store next month
Jump into spring with the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra and their special guests Laura Jurd, Irini Arabatzi and Brian Kellock for a celebration of jazz genius. Together they will explore a rarely performed work by master composer, the late Kenny Wheeler, and the repertoire of pianist, composer and arranger Mary Lou Williams. They will play…
Read MoreIncredible honour for Scottish hotel general manager
A Scottish hotel’s general manager has been invited to join a very select group. Meldrum House Country Hotel’s Peter Walker, from Aberdeenshire, has been selected to join one of the hospitality industry’s most exclusive and prestigious national bodies and become a Master Innholder. The Master Innholders is limited to the country’s top hoteliers and includes…
Read MoreThe UK’s top cyclists are heading to Scotland
Britain’s top professional cyclists are coming to Scotland in just over six weeks’ time. The OVO Energy Tour Series heads north of the border for a pair of events, with Motherwell on Tuesday, 15 May, before the cyclists take to the streets of Aberdeen on Thursday, 17 May. The OVO Energy Tour Series is Britain’s…
Read MoreBusinesses who do their bit for education and conservation
Scottish businesses who do their bit for conservation and the environment, as well as education, have been honoured at the Scottish Rural Awards. The awards are the ultimate benchmark of success in Scotland’s countryside, highlighting the enterprise, skill and innovation of those who live and work in rural areas. Last night’s event, held at Dynamic…
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