Posts Tagged ‘Edinburgh’
Double win for Scotland at Rough Guide Travel Awards
Scotland picked up two awards at the Rough Guide Travel Awards 2017. After weeks of voting, the results were compiled after receiving hundreds of entries, to bring celebrate the people, places and experiences that have shaped their voters’ year in travel. Scotland took top prizes in being the Most Welcoming Country and the Favourite Destination…
Read MoreSensational video shows off Edinburgh with daring stunts
A video showing the sights of Edinburgh has become a massive internet hit. But it’s not your standard tourist trip through the city, as it shows cyclists taking on free runners in a variety of landmarks throughout the capital. The race begins at Edinburgh Castle, and are asked by tourists for the best way to…
Read MoreLog cabin in Perthshire is a stunning property with a difference
An outstanding property with a difference in rural Perthshire has been brought to the market. Galbraith in Perth is offering Balnakilly Log Cabin, Kirkmichael, in Highland Perthshire, as a home with a difference. Balnakilly is an attractive detached four-bedroom log cabin situated in an elevated position on the outskirts of the village of Kirkmichael. The…
Read MoreChristmas at the Botanics opens
Edinburgh’s newest festive event, Christmas at the Botanics, opened on Friday 24 November unveiling a series of light installations along a one-mile illuminated trail. Providing a magical experience for all the family, Christmas at the Botanics runs for 29 nights on selected dates until Saturday 30 December. Regius keeper of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh,…
Read MoreA striking new jewellery range from Edinburgh-based designer
A Scottish luxury jewellery designer has unveiled a brand new ready to wear fine jewellery line. Award-winning designer Moira Patience, who is known for handcrafting exquisite, one-off commissions for clients from her Edinburgh-based studio, has created the show stopping range from 18ct yellow gold and ethically sourced gemstones. She has now created two timelessly chic…
Read MoreOutstanding chance for writers to develop their skills with Fellowship
Writers are being encouraged to apply for the Scottish Book Trust’s Robert Louis Stevenson Fellowship. Scotland-based professional writers, who would benefit from time away from their usual environment to develop their work, are encouraged to apply. The Fellowship was initiated in 1994 by Franki Fewkes, a Scottish Robert Louis Stevenson enthusiast then living in France,…
Read MoreFeeling ruff for dogs’ charity Christmas breakfast
Santa Paws is coming to town next weekend. On Sunday, 3 December, the award-winning, dog-friendly Mercat Grill is holding Santa Paws – a perfect and pawtastic Christmas-themed breakfast event for dog owners and their beloved, four-legged friends to get into the festive spirit and raise vital funds for the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home. The…
Read MoreBagpipes inspire new work for BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
The BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra to premiere a new work inspired by the bagpipes. The orchestra has signalled its commitment both to contemporary music and Scottish culture by commissioning two new works by composers inspired by Scotland and Scottish identity. The new works will be premiered on Saturday 9 December at Glasgow City Halls. BBC…
Read MoreGiant advent calendar offers lots of treats in Edinburgh
An advent calendar with a difference is coming to Edinburgh. Historic Environment Scotland’s John Sinclair House will be the first of a number of buildings across the capital celebrating the festive season by throwing open its doors for 24 Doors of Advent, as part of Edinburgh’s Christmas programme. John Sinclair House, which is home to…
Read MoreNew Peatreekers whisky aims to shake up the establishment
A new whisky inspired by outlaws has been designed to challenge the ÂŁ4bn whisky industry. Peatreekers is an innovative new whisky brand, which is set to challenge the traditional market by drawing on the spirit’s rebellious history, has been unveiled by an entrepreneurial young Scot. Peatreekers whisky, a secret blend of premium Islay malts, pays…
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