Organic farm status delights Prince Charles

A second section of Dumfries House estate is to be certified as organic in January. This is another major element being realised, as part of The Prince of Wales’s vision for the East Ayrshire site he saved for the nation 11 years ago. The Kauffman Education Gardens, where thousands of school children each year learn…

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Scotland’s biggest fireworks display to light up the skies

The largest fireworks display in Scotland is set to take place in Ayrshire as the pyrotechnic genius behind the London Olympics and The Queen’s Jubilee celebrations lights the fuse at Dumfries House. More than 5000 guests are expected to attend the event, which will feature a display of 30 minutes long using around two-and-a-half tonnes…

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New pathway funding is helping to make tracks

Many paths across Scotland are to be significantly upgraded in the coming months. Hundreds of volunteers will help Scotland’s walking charity gives out thousands of pounds to a range of community improvement projects. Paths for All has awarded £90,000 worth of grants to 48 groups across Scotland, from South Ayrshire to Angus, who will transform…

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Last chance for artists to have royal residency

A final call has been issued to Scottish artists to apply for a fortnight-long residency at an Ayrshire estate with royal links. Dumfries House near Cumnock, saved for the nation by HRH The Prince of Wales in 2007 and now serving as an education hub and tourist destination, is to welcome artists living or working…

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Revamp for the festive season with Saks & Hart

The festive season is fast approaching, and the perfect way to get your home ready is at hand this weekend. Saks and Hart are inviting Scottish Field readers to join them for the launch of their stunning Christmas range of interiors and luxury gifts – you can browse, shop and enjoy a glass of something…

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Exclusive Scottish Field £99 deal for dinner, bed and breakfast

We all need a break from time to time – and Scottish Field readers are being invited to enjoy dinner, bed and breakfast on the Ayrshire coast for just £99 per person. This is an exclusive low rate from Trump Turnberry for winter 2018, only available this October. This exceptional package includes overnight accommodation in…

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Celebrate Scotland and tap your card to donate

Visitors to National Trust for Scotland are hoping to tap their supporters for donations. Those at trust properties will, for the first time, be able to make contactless donations to the charity, thanks to a new partnership with Bank of Scotland and Visa. Recreations of two unique Scottish artefacts have been unveiled at Robert Burns…

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Scots rider ends a nine-year wait to win

A Scottish rider made a nine-year wait worthwhile as she claimed a thrilling victory on the opening day of the Horse of the Year Show at Birmingham’s Genting Arena. Lucinda Stewart, from Ayrshire, last competed at the prestigious event, which celebrates its 70th anniversary this year, in 2009. But she returned in style, winning the…

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Whisky firm launches two new expressions

Independent family distiller, William Grant & Sons, announces the launch of a new 10 year old single malt Scotch whisky, Aerstone. The brand focusses on the impact of maturation and malting on flavour and is available in two expressions – Sea Cask 10 Year Old and Land Cask 10 Year Old. This new range aims…

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Gardening experts shared their skills at Ayr Flower Show

A team of gardening experts from an Ayrshire estate have shared their knowledge and expertise with hundreds of horticulture enthusiasts at a popular flower and garden exhibition. Brian Corr, head of gardens at Dumfries House, led a team of staff gardeners from the estate including Kris Muir, Julie Shaw and Scott Caddis to create an…

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