Open studios event has 200 artists and makers

Organisers have revealed the names of more than 200 artists and makers who will be taking part in this year’s nine-day Perthshire Open Studios (POS) event.  More than 140 studios, taster exhibitions and the chance to meet artists in interesting buildings as part of Doors Open Days There will be two showcase exhibitions where visitors…

Read More

A spectacular showcase of the art of Edinburgh

The Edinburgh Art Book brings together the works of 67 contemporary artists who have been inspired by Edinburgh’s character to capture the essence of the capital and the surrounding area. It is the third in a series of books edited by collage artist Emma Bennett, who, for this edition, was aided by a selection panel…

Read More

Restaurant reopens in time for the Festival season

The Scottish Cafe and Restaurant in Edinburgh has re-opened its doors to the public in time for the capital’s Festival season, following an extensive seven-month refurbishment. The independent, family business is owned and operated by Edinburgh restaurateurs, Victor and Carina Contini. The fresh new look interior champions many Scottish designers and the menu as always…

Read More

Improve your baking skills at Foodies Festival

Do you struggle to get an even bake or are you keen to shake up your showstopper? As Channel 4’s Bake Off gears up for another tense 10 weeks in the tent, Home Store + More will be hosting a series of Bake Off-style cupcake decorating challenges at this year’s Foodies Festival (2-4 August 2019). In…

Read More

Festival Events at The Scottish Gallery

The Scottish Gallery hosts a plethora of events throughout the year including talks, book launches, painting demonstrations and parties. This August there are a number of events hosted by The Gallery in conjunction with The Edinburgh Art Festival. MODERN MASTERS IX Saturday 3 August, 11 – 11.45am. Guided Tour.  Join Gallery Director Tommy Zyw as…

Read More

2019 Edinburgh Art Festival exhibitions at the Scottish Gallery

2019 marks the fifteenth year of the Edinburgh Art Festival which represents the visual arts in a month where Edinburgh is the cultural capital of the world and The Scottish Gallery is a proud partner. This festival month the Scottish Gallery have curated four unique exhibitions, showcasing Scottish and international excellence in painting, ceramics and…

Read More

Dramatic lochside views from an attractive home

A detached property located with spectacular and dramatic waterscape views across the Holy Loch and to the hills above Dunoon is now foe sale. Presented for sale by Robb Residential, Lindsay Cottage is a pretty detached property which enjoys a prominent position on the south facing shore front of the Holy Loch with views across…

Read More

Start-of-the-art distillery visitor centre now open

Bladnoch Distillery’s new state-of-the-art visitor centre in the heart of Dumfries and Galloway has opened. The iconic distillery is one of the oldest working distilleries in Scotland and is owned by Australian businessman, David Prior. The new visitor centre will feature a historical gallery, gift shop, café, and tasting bar serving the entire range of…

Read More

Rare whiskies remember the silent distilleries

Silent Scotch distilleries are being honoured with rare whisky releases. Single malt Scotch whisky creator Gordon & MacPhail has unveiled its Summer Collection, which includes some of the oldest ever whisky releases from two silent distilleries. Bottled as part of its Private Collection range, Gordon & MacPhail 1969 from Dallas Dhu Distillery is joined by…

Read More

Hundreds of ponies at equestrian centre

A record number of competitors and hundreds of ponies gathered in West Lothian at the weekend for one of Scotland’s largest equestrian events. The Harbro Scottish Home Pony, which includes opportunities for show jumpers from across the British Isles to qualify for the prestigious Horse of the Year Show and Olympia, the London International Horse…

Read More