Posts Tagged ‘Edinburgh’
A fascinating history of Scotland’s pubs
Having visited Scotland, Samuel Johnson, James Boswell, Dorothy Wordsworth and Robert Southey all wrote accounts of their experiences in its taverns, inns, public houses and ale houses, which form a large part of Scotland’s history and character. A History of Drinking: The Scottish Pub since 1700 examines continuity and change in the functions of Scottish…
Read MoreAttractive home once part of a Victorian estate
An impressive home with a fascinating history is available to purchase. Hopetoun, in Blairhoyle, Port Of Menteith, Stirling, is brought to the market by Galbraith. Hopetoun once formed part of the Blairquhoille Estate which included a Victorian mansion house, built in 1852 by the Grahams which was served by Hopetoun and at that time was…
Read MoreCaol Ila visitor experience given the go ahead
A key milestone has been reached in the journey to transform the Caol Ila Distillery visitor experience after Argyll and Bute Council formally granted planning permission for the development. With the green light given from planners, work is now expected to begin on the expansion of the distillery visitor experience over the next few weeks.…
Read MoreThe Barony becomes new foodie destination
One of Edinburgh’s most historic pubs has become the go-to place for foodies looking to try some of the best gastropub cuisine in the capital. The Barony, located on the lively and bohemian Broughton Street in the heart of the city, is serving up a range of fresh new dishes as part of its gastropub…
Read MoreFringe debut for Scots stunt cyclist Danny MacAskill
Scots stunt cyclist Danny MacAskill is this month marking the 10th anniversary of the launch of his breakthrough video, April 2009, which has had over 38 million views on YouTube. It features mind-blowing stunts filmed at iconic locations across Edinburgh, and was viewed by hundreds of thousands of people overnight. The world-renowned street trials rider…
Read MoreScotland’s Golf Coast has so much to offer
Golf enthusiasts are in for a treat on Scotland’s Golf Coast this spring and summer, with a packed full schedule of events. Scotland’s Golf Coast is excited to again be the selected venue for the three major Scottish Open Championships and the World Hickory Open Championship in 2019. The flagship Aberdeen Standard Investments Scottish Open…
Read More1968 Glenlivet available at ÂŁ6800 a bottle
Reservations are now open for a 50 year old single cask whisky from the Glenlivet distillery. Edinburgh-based whisky broker and award-winning independent bottler Cask 88 has sourced a special dram. It comes from one of the casks chosen by Scotch whisky legend Abe Rosenberg, who is well-known for importing whisky to the United States in…
Read MoreB-listed Baronial mansion set in a quiet location
Ormiston House is an exceptional Scots Baronial ‘B Listed’ house set in spectacular secluded grounds. Dating from 1851 and presented by Strutt & Parker, it was built for Archibald Wilkie, to a design by David Bryce, the well-known Scottish architect, whose works include a number of other large country houses, as well as the former…
Read MoreIt’s far from unlucky 13 at The Wee Restaurant
A Scots restaurant opened by a husband and wife it celebrating its 13th year in business. In 2006, husband and wife Craig and Vikki Wood opened The Wee Restaurant in North Queensferry offering simple good food and fine wine in the picturesque Fife village. Located under the Forth Rail Bridge, the 40-cover restaurant serves dishes…
Read MoreFive top bloggers who celebrate Scotland
Although Scotland isn’t the largest of countries, there is an abundance of places to see and things to do – which can be overwhelming for first time visitors. Even for residents of Scotland, there are so many trails, cities and places to discover – so with the help of travel bloggers who have done it…
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