Posts Tagged ‘Aberdeen’
Doctor Who star steps back in time to Dunoon childhood
He’s a Scot who’s known all over the planet Earth, having saving the world more times than he cares to remember. Sylvester McCoy played the seventh Doctor Who on television, from 1987-1989, before returning briefly in 1996, during which time he saved the day by dashing the Daleks and crushing the Cybermen. But he’s not…
Read MoreThere was whisky galore on distillery tours
The promise of a few drams and a visit to the real-life setting of Whisky Galore! was more than enough to tempt me away from my desk and up north. At the crack of dawn one Wednesday morning, I found myself high tailing it by train towards the granite city. From Aberdeen train station, myself…
Read MoreSpeyside is the home of whisky – and lots more besides
Whisky is something that we take for granted in Scotland. I know that I do. My dad worked in the whisky business as an accountant for many years, and both he and my mum were keen enthusiasts of a wee dram, but it’s never quite been my tipple of taste. As a result, I’d never…
Read MoreNew Scottish gin aims to conquer the equestrian market
A new Scottish gin aimed at the equestrian market has been given its official launch. And Ginkhana has already received the seal of approval from two Olympian equestrian legends, Sir Mark Todd and Pippa Funnell MBE. Ginkhana launched its first small batch expression in partnership with Twin River Distillery in Royal Deeside. The spirit has…
Read MoreThe story of Martin Guerre touring Scottish theatres
The true story of Martin Guerre is being brought to Scottish theatres over the coming days with the play, The Return. Eden Court Theatre’s new production, The Return, inspired by the old and still mysterious story, has been touring Scotland throughout February, and continues into March. The true story of Martin Guerre is an intriguing…
Read MoreBig makeover is revealed for Scottish youth hostelling
Scotland’s youth hostels are to be given a new branding, which will give it a fresh image. Previously known as the Scottish Youth Hostels Association (SYHA), the organisation has changed its trading name following a strategic review. The much-loved 87-year-old hostelling accommodation provider will now be known as Hostelling Scotland. Their new-look logo reflects the…
Read MoreNorth of Scotland property market is showing a rise in sales
The property market in the north of Scotland is showing healthy signs. Leading independent property consultancy Galbraith, has published its summary of Aberdeenshire and Inverness-shire property sales for the final quarter of 2017. The firm reports a significant increase in sales for the quarter and it is apparent that demand from local buyers is underpinning…
Read MoreScottish gin producer accepts Dragon’s Den cash – then turns it down
It’s every entrepreneur’s dream to be offered an investment of £80,000 for their brand. But the owner and founder of House of Elrick in Aberdeen said ‘thanks but no thanks’ to the most high-profile investors around and has instead turned to crowdfunding to help finance his expansion plans. Stuart Ingram pitched his business, which encompasses…
Read MoreTaste of Grampian reveal special ingredient to draw the crowds
TV chef James Martin is returning to Taste of Grampian this summer. Taste of Grampian Chairman John Gregor revealed the news, ahead of the 19th event, at the Thainstone Centre, near Inverurie in Aberdeenshire. The news came today at a special launch event for Scotland’s largest one-day food festival is a celebration of Grampian’s food…
Read MoreIt was all light on the night for SPECTRA in Aberdeen
Aberdeen’s light festival has again attracted huge numbers. The opening night of SPECTRA 2018 saw record numbers with over 11,000 visits to over 30 installations across three stunning sites in the city, topping the 7500 that enjoyed the opening night of the 2017 festival. BAFTA award-winning artist Seb Lee-Delisle’s Lightning Strikes and Lightbombing by SOLA…
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