Posts Tagged ‘Edinburgh’
Highlanders the stars at the Lonach Gathering
The Lonach Highlanders were the star attraction at the 178th Lonach Highland Gathering and Games which was held in Aberdeenshire on Saturday. Resplendent in their Highland regalia and shouldering their traditional eight-foot long pikes, and following in the footsteps of their forefathers, the Lonach Highlanders set out at 7.50am from Bellabeg on their historic six-mile…
Read MoreWhisky adviser to be honoured with new award
The contribution of one of the most accomplished scientific and technical advisers to the whisky industry is to be recognised with a new annual award. Dr Jim Swan had a 40-year career as a research scientist and trusted adviser to whisky distilleries around the world prior to his sudden death in 2017, aged 75. His…
Read MoreTen fantastic places to visit in… Inverness
There’s far more to Inverness and its surrounding area than just Loch Ness. While Nessie spotting is a huge part of the fun of visiting the area, it’s a part of Scotland that’s rich in the nation’s history. Here’s 10 of our top suggestions. LOCH NESS EXHIBITION CENTRE A hi-tech multi-media presentation that guides visitors…
Read More10 fascinating facts about the Hebrides
A science fiction classic, trees, seaweed and mummies – a seemingly diverse list of things, but they all have one thing in common. They are all linked to Scotland’s Hebrides. Here’s 10 fascinating facts about the islands. Some of the scenes from the film 2001: A Space Odyssey were filmed on the Isle of Harris.…
Read MorePizzeria with a difference opens its doors
Sourdough pizza pioneers Franco Manca has officially opened its first Edinburgh-based pizzeria. With fresh sourdough handmade on site every day and natural Italian wine, Franco Manca was the first pizzeria to offer sourdough pizza in the UK. Customers will be able to order one of the daily meat, veg and vegan specials or choose from…
Read More10 alien invaders Scotland can do without
Scotland’s native wildlife is being attacked by ruthless foreign species that are hell-bent on world domination. A great many creatures that are part of the Scottish landscape are not, in fact, native species: the likes of the rabbit, pheasant and fallow deer were all introduced at some point in the past. But while these have…
Read MoreThis is a substantial new build home of the highest quality
An exceptional modern country property close to St Andrews has been brought to the market. Presented by Galbraith and commanding breath-taking panoramic views out over the Firth of Forth and beyond, North Cassingray House is an outstanding country property quietly positioned in a lovely secluded rural setting with a generous garden. Constructed just over 10…
Read MoreA versatile bungalow in an area of natural beauty
An impressive detached bungalow in an excellent residential location has been brought to the market for the first time. Windsmere, in Parkdaill, Hawick, is an impressive detached bungalow which was built by the current owner in 1952/53. Presented by Galbraith, the generally bright, versatile and well maintained family sized accommodation is all at ground floor…
Read MoreFringe: Refreshingly clean comic to make you laugh
The world is divided into two types of people, according to the likeable 26-year old comedian Ben Pope: those who are punctual, and those who are late. He falls into the latter category, as witnessed by the fact that he arrives in a newly bought Edinburgh t-Shirt and his PJ bottoms. The Punctuals are saddos…
Read More10 fascinating facts about Glasgow
Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city – and the fourth-largest by population in the UK. The Dear Green Place is packed with history, and here we present 10 fascinating trivial facts about Glasgow. The world’s first long distance TV pictures were transmitted by John Logie Baird to a room in the Grand Central Hotel on 24…
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