Posts Tagged ‘Cairngorms’
Secret Scotland revealed by Susan Calman
Some of Scotland’s greatest locations are being brought to national TV screens from tonight. Comedian Susan Calman uncovers the untold tales behind some of the country’s most iconic locations, in a second series of Secret Scotland with Susan Calman on Channel 5, starting tonight. In the first episode of the second series, she heads to…
Read MoreThe average whisky drinker isn’t who you’d expect
The profile of the modern-day whisky drinker has been revealed and – despite what you might think – it’s not an older person from Scotland. UK-wide research from YouGov reveals our palates are refined enough to appreciate Scotland’s national spirit earlier than you might expect, with 84% of UK whisky drinkers stating that they started…
Read MoreWhy the mink must be exterminated
Mink are not cute and they’re not cuddly – this is one alien invader our indigenous wildlife could happily live without. At the time of Neanderthal man, animal skins were worn as a necessity against the elements. Indeed, without them life would have been well nigh impossible. These days, attitudes towards wearing fur clothing change…
Read MoreA small estate for offers over £975,000
An outstanding small residential estate with striking views and sporting capabilities is now on the property market. Presents for sale by Savills, Mains of Tilliefoure is a compact and well located residential estate with considerable amenity, sporting, farming and woodland interests, extending to some 135.53 acres. It is situated within a most attractive part of…
Read MoreHarsh winters have hit Scotland’s woodland birds
Harsh winter weather is thought to be a factor in a short-term decline in woodland birds between 2017 and 2018. Official statistics published by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) track the abundance of Scotland’s terrestrial breeding birds using results from the BTO/JNCC/RSPB Breeding Bird Survey. The latest figures show that while farmland and upland birds remained…
Read MoreThe January 2020 edition of Scottish Field is out now
The December 2020 edition of Scottish Field is now available. In this packed 196 page issue, we celebrate the stunning scenery of our land, as we look at the natural beauty of Scotland. Editor Richard Bath said: ‘There is no better time of the year to be a photographer. As autumn gives way to winter,…
Read MoreNew book marks the Cairngorms National Park
A year of inspirational writing about life and nature in the Cairngorms National Park has been captured in a new book, which is being launched today (Thursday 21 November). Shared Stories – A Year in the Cairngorms is an anthology exploring how people and nature thrive together. The works have been compiled by the Cairngorms…
Read MoreBid to save the endangered alpine blue-sowthistle
Conservationists working to ensure the survival of the rare and endangered alpine blue-sowthistle in Scotland are attempting to establish a new population of the species. The beautiful but elusive flower has now been planted along a small gorge at the Water of Clunie in the centre of the village of Braemar in Aberdeenshire, where it…
Read MoreTomintoul releases new expression in gift pack
Tomintoul Distillery has released a stunning new expression in a unique, beautifully designed presentation box. The packaging showcases the Cairngorms National Park, within which Tomintoul Distillery is located. It makes the perfect gift for all whisky fans. Currently, the new Tomintoul 18 Year Old Single Malt is only available exclusively in this gift pack, which…
Read MoreA well located small estate with so much scope
An outstanding small residential estate with striking views and sporting capabilities is now on the property market. Presents for sale by Savills, Mains of Tilliefoure is a compact and well located residential estate with considerable amenity, sporting, farming and woodland interests, extending to some 135.53 acres. It is situated within a most attractive part of…
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