Posts Tagged ‘aberdeenshire’
Cairn o’ Claise may be the highest wall in Scotland
Reaching the 3,400ft summit of Cairn o’ Claise is an achievement in itself but for a hardened group of skilled dykers it was all in a day’s work. Eastwards from the Devil’s Elbow, the Grampians rise towards the grassy dome of Glas Maol. From there, a high plateau leads north to the stony crest of…
Read MoreYou can’t go wrong with Glengarioch washed chocolate
East on the Green Chef Craig Wilson reveals all about the menu, suppliers and new gin garden at one of Aberdeenshire’s top fine dining restaurants. How would you describe the restaurant? A special occasion, fine dining restaurant with a strong focus on local ingredients and fresh produce. Tell us about the menu? Dishes are created…
Read MoreBaxters returns after a six year gap with souper ad
A Scottish food company is investing in a significant advertising campaign this winter, which will see much-loved soup brand Baxters back on television screens for the first time in six years. Launching nationally on 4 November 2018, the ‘We Make Super’ campaign will focus on the quality and heritage of Baxters soups – delicious to…
Read MoreA chance to see the face of an ancient Egyptian
Egyptology and mummies have fascinated Scots, young and old, for decades. Whether they’re interested in the archaeological factors that led to their discovery, or just have a passing interest through the scares of horror films, they have always held a fascination. The University of Aberdeen Museums and Special Collections are currently holding a special display…
Read MoreAden-een Fireworks Parade to set the sky alight
Lighting up the skies in celebration of culture and community, the Aden-een Shell Fireworks Parade returns once more. On 2 November, the beautiful surrounds of Aden Country Park in Mintlaw will be bursting with energetic youngsters from across Aberdeenshire. Bringing together 300 of participants from across Peterhead, Fraserburgh, Mintlaw and beyond, the event helps give…
Read MoreNew exhibition charting lives of Scottish children
An exhibition following the lives of Scottish children through their first 18 years is now open. Child of the New Century is based at Duff House in Aberdeenshire, and Karen Curran’s exhibition, created for the Year of Young People, follows the lives of a group of children from the start of the Millennium through their…
Read MoreLonewolf unveils great new look for its gin and vodka
A Scottish craft distiller has unveiled the brand refresh for its LoneWolf Gin and LoneWolf Vodka. BrewDog-backed LoneWolf looks to improve differentiation between its core spirits range, increase visibility of the bottles on shelf, and align the spirits bottles more closely with the other creations in its portfolio. Launched in April 2017, the Aberdeenshire-based distillery…
Read MoreScotland at night – in a way you’ve never seen it
The nights may be drawing in, but there’s some incredible sights to be seen in Scotland after dark – and not where you’re expecting. The Macduff Marine Aquarium in Aberdeenshire is opening its doors after dark this November to explore nature’s own light show from the ocean’s depths. The first ever Glow! special event at…
Read MoreRestored mansion has its own loch and boathouse
An outstanding Edwardian mansion house restored to perfection is on the property market. Presented to the market by Savills, Tilliecorthie Mansion House in Ellon, Aberdeenshire, has been fully refurbished and such meticulous attention to detail is rare indeed. Originally built in 1911 for mining tycoon James Duncan, the house sits within a stunning gated and…
Read MoreMixer firm’s new flavours are the perfect tonic
The maker of Scotland’s first tonic water has expanded its range with four new flavours. Walter Gregor’s tonic water was launched in 2015, and is handcrafted in Pitsligo in Aberdeenshire. The mixer is named after a 19th Century North East minister and renowned plantsman whose garden is now used to grow many of the botanical…
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