Posts Tagged ‘ayrshire’
Boswell Book Festival returns for its 10th outing
The 10th Boswell Book Festival will take place at Dumfries House in Ayrshire later this year. Running from 8-10 May, the event was founded to celebrate the life and work of the great writer and long recognised inventor of modern biography, James Boswell of Auchinleck. Set in the beautifully restored house, saved for the nation…
Read MoreGrammy award win for Scots violinist Nicola
Scots violinist Nicola Benedetti has won the Grammy for Best Classical Instrumental Solo for Wynton Marsalis: Violin Concerto; Fiddle Dance Suite. She collected the award at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles yesterday, Sunday 26 January. Benedetti, from Ayrshire, is the first classical solo violinist to perform at the Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony in 10…
Read MoreDavid Tennant returns to Scotland for new drama
A new thriller set in Scotland continues tonight on our TV screens. When a seemingly perfect and happy family is murdered by someone they know and trust, the small Scottish community they call home becomes riven with doubt and suspicion as those closest to the family begin to question everything they thought they knew about…
Read MoreCampaign launched to showcase new SWC300 route
A new campaign is aiming to bring more visitors to south west Scotland by showcasing the remarkable offering of the South West Coastal 300 touring route. SWC300 Touring Road Route is a digital campaign led by Visit South West Scotland (VSWS) looking to increase awareness of the new route among key markets identified by VisitScotland.…
Read MoreNo Brexit or election hit for Ayrshire property
Independent property consultancy Galbraith reports that the Ayrshire housing market has continued to be active. This is despite the dual effect of an impending general election and the continued Brexit uncertainty which was expected to have caused a slowdown. The firm’s quarterly sales report for the period from 1 July to 30 September 2019 shows…
Read MoreEnjoy Christmas with the queen of romantic comedies
The festive season is on the way, and that can only mean one thing – there’s a Jenny Colgan book on the way. Scotland’s queen of the romantic comedy, originally from Prestwick in Ayrshire, is back with An Island Christmas, which is published on 31 October in paperback. The beautiful island of Mure takes centre…
Read MoreA top ten of the most haunted places in Scotland
Scotland is full of stories of ghosts, ghouls, witches, wizards and warlocks. Here, we present ten of the most haunted locations in Scotland for you to visit – if you have the nerve, that is… 1. Glamis Castle This 15th century castle is the setting for Shakespeare’s Macbeth and is without doubt one of the…
Read MoreIt’s a special fun day that’s just for dogs
Pet pooches are set to compete for a series of lighthearted titles and prizes as the annual Fun Dog Show returns to Dumfries House tomorrow. The family-friendly event, which will take place on the estate between 2pm and 4.30pm on Thursday 25 July, will see dogs take part in a series of show categories at…
Read MoreThe history of a Scottish squadron is published
A new book about The History of the Ayrshire Yeomanry Squadron has been released. Written by William Purdie, the book covers 60 years of history and all the various changes which have taken place since the Ayrshire Yeomanry Regiment was disbanded and became a Squadron. It was launched by Major Peter Kennedy at Yeomanry House…
Read MoreShaping up with £250,000 fitness & spa investment
An iconic Scottish hotel is putting fitness first after the completion of an impressive £250,000 improvement programme in its spa and fitness facilities. Trump Turnberry, the iconic resort on the Ayrshire coast, has also announced the appointment of a new fitness manager and nail specialist. Committed to the wellness of guests, the new, cutting edge…
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