Posts Tagged ‘feet’
First chance ever to venture inside the Falkirk Wheel
The Falkirk Wheel is set to reveal its engineering secrets, with the first-ever public tour of the iconic structure’s internal workings. Until now, visitors have only been able to imagine the engineering magic hidden behind The Wheel’s curved steel and soaring arches, but canal custodians Scottish Canals today announced a unique opportunity to take a…
Read MoreWe try and test a fleece, walking boots and slippers
Scottish Field tries and tests out some of the latest gear, for outdoors and in. McKinley Mens Skeena II Fleece, RRP £44.95. What is it? The perfect mid layer, this versatile top has a knitted-look making it smarter than your average fleece. Useful for All outdoor activities in winter, giving you the flexibility to wear it…
Read MoreRoyal Navy sailed from Scotland for Battle of Jutland
Just over 100 years ago, World War I came to an end. In May 1916, the two greatest battle fleets the world had ever seen came together in a clash of arms off a little known peninsula of Denmark and fought a battle whose name has gone down in history. Jutland was the biggest naval…
Read MoreHow many Christmas songs can you find here?
Archie Hume of A Hume Country Clothing shares his thoughts on Christmas using the titles and lyrics of 35 songs. Snow is most definitely not falling all around, yet still, children are playing and having fun. I used to love a white Christmas almost as much as I love mistletoe and wine. The winters of 2009-10…
Read MoreCourier delivers fresh start to the homeless
A leading courier company has been using its scale for good by helping homeless people in the capital get a fresh start. Eagle Couriers has been teaming up with Edinburgh-based charity, Fresh Start, to spread the news of how volunteering and donations can help ‘people make a home for themselves’. The firm, which is based…
Read MoreA bit of movie magic comes to garden centre
A Scots garden centre is offering some Christmas movie magic for youngsters. Cleaner-cum-carpenter Alex Freeman has created a replica of the Polar Express steam train from the movie of the same name featuring Hollywood star, Tom Hanks. The train Alex crafted from wood has become a popular attraction with kids when they see the Polar…
Read MoreThe perils of party season in the country
Archie Hume of A Hume Country Clothing takes a light-hearted look at footwear considerations during party season. As I’m a country clothing retailer I assume that a sizeable proportion of our customers – or in this case readers – live in the country. Or at least have a passing relationship with life beyond the sulphurous…
Read MoreScots society has saved over 1500 lives
Glasgow Humane Society officer George Parsonage’s rowing boat is a familiar sight on the Clyde – a welcome one for anyone in difficulty on the water. He tells Scottish Field about his job. My father was the officer for the Glasgow Humane Society and I was born in the lifeboat station. They joked we could…
Read MoreTry this Thai recipe – and we’ve a money off code
National Curry Week has been running every October since 1998 and celebrates the nation’s favourite dish. It applauds the diverse culture in the UK and delicious dishes available. When many people think of curry, they often think of Indian food but Thai curries can be some of the most delicious, sweet and fragrant dishes around.…
Read MoreMore than 80 classic vehicles will be on show
Classic cars will make their way to a loch this weekend for a vehicle show. The Classics at Castle Semple Car show will return to the shores of Castle Semple Loch for an eighth year on Sunday, 21 October, from 11am-3pm. There are over 80 stunning unique vehicles booked in to appear at the event…
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