Posts Tagged ‘book’
McIlvanney was the godfather of tartan noir
Long before Rankin or Welsh had ever picked up a pen, William McIlvanney had already created some of the most iconic hard men in Scottish literature. The writer, who died in December 2015, casts a shadow over the literary world in Scotland even today, and his memory lives on with a prize named after him…
Read MoreStay at Buccleuch Arms for 3 nights – and pay for 2
Nestled in the heart of the Scottish Borders, the Buccleuch Arms Inn, is perfectly placed for you to explore Scotland’s best kept secret region. There is such a variety of things to see and do that you will need to take advantage of this fantastic three for two offer. Book a three night stay including…
Read MoreGleneagles serves up an afternoon of glamour
Judy Murray, Pat Cash and Greg Rusedski will be the star turns as Gleneagles has announced the return of its Glorious Garden Party to toast the summer season . After the success of its launch in 2018, this year’s Glorious Garden Party on 1 June will be an exciting and decadent affair held on the…
Read MoreSports stars headline Borders Book Festival
Scottish sporting legends David Coulthard, Stephen Hendry and Gregor Townsend are just some of the highlights at this summer’s Baillie Gifford Borders Book Festival. Along with inspiring women Kate Humble, Ruth Davidson and Susan Calman, and jockey Bob Champion, they will attend the prestigious event. The full-line up of over 100 events is announced today…
Read MoreOrkney is one of the book’s big characters
The Orkney island of Sanday in the middle of winter becomes a character in its own right in Lin Anderson’s novel in the Rhona MacLeod series. As if the discovery of human remains in the grounds of a former primary school and thirteen flowers representing the souls of dead children in the attic of the…
Read MoreA history of Scotland is brought to book
Scotland: A history from the earliest times from popular historian Alistair Moffat presents the story of Scotland from the Ice Age right through to today. Moffat vividly brings the story of this extraordinary nation to life, from the dawn of prehistory right up to the momentous events of the 2014 independence referendum and subsequent general…
Read MoreHer love of music and fireworks make the light fantastic
Serena Foyle has combined her love of music with her passion for fireworks. Few sights are as dramatic as a firework display. As the rockets soar into the sky and the Catherine wheels spin round, Serena Foyle’s eyes will be fixed on the colourful explosions but her ears are tuned to the music accompanying the…
Read MoreConferences and facilities with a difference at Trump Turnberry
Voted Event Hotel of the Year 2018 at the Scottish Hotel Awards, Trump Turnberry, a Luxury Collection Resort provides an ideal backdrop for meetings and events with breath taking views of the Ayrshire coastline. With no shortage of options, the resort features 12 events rooms over 16,796 sq.ft of space. From the more intimate gatherings…
Read MoreDunkeld House Hotel has history and hospitality
Nestled on the banks of the River Tay in the heart of Perthshire sits the four star Dunkeld House Hotel. The historic country house, built by the Dukes of Atholl, mixes the splendour of traditional Scottish hospitality with 21st century comforts and has gone through some exciting developments recently including the completion of a multi-million…
Read MoreScotland’s picture perfect islands star in new book
Scotland is known throughout the world for its natural beauty, with its islands – great and small – attracting international interest. These have now been captured in a visual odyssey of adventure and exploration, in one of the world’s most alluring natural environments Award-winning, globally travelled landscape photographer Allan Wright demonstrates his unique ability to…
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