Winner of north east short story competition revealed

The Toulmin Prize is open to amateur writers over the age of 16. The stories entered should have a north east focus, and may be written in Doric or English, or a mixture of the two. This week, we’ll be posting one story a day, including the four commended stories and the overall winner of…

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Incredible architect-designed home for £1.2million

Contemporary country living in a superlative home is now available through a stunning property. Presented by Rettie & Co, Berrybrae in Blairgowrie was transformed, with imagination and flair, by the highly-regarded James Denholm Architectural Practice. A genuine rural retreat, the house is set within approximately 16.5 acres of scenic garden ground, which affords the utmost…

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Student inspired at Chelsea Flower Show

For budding horticulturist Colin Palmer, a trip to the Chelsea Flower Show has helped sow the seeds for future plans. Colin, 32, from Livingston, is currently studying for a degree in Horticulture with Plantsmanship at Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC). He was invited to attend a Chelsea breakfast event – hosted by the Royal Horticultural Society…

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Magnificent B-listed steading range and cottage

A steading with cottage and planning consent is now on the market. Auchleeks, in Calvine, Pitlochry is presented for sale by Strutt & Parker. The Steading House is the former stables and steading to nearby Auchleeks House. This is a charming Georgian B-Listed stone built property, thought to date from c.1820 and built at the…

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The perfect time to lodge at Mains of Taymouth

Village life doesn’t get much better at Mains of Taymouth. Luxury lodges, from top supplier Island Leisure, who supply properties at some of Scotland’s most exclusive parks, can currently be purchased from a very affordable £179,900 at Taymouth Village, Mains of Taymouth, Kenmore. Two stunning styles are currently available to choose from – the Riverside,…

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A spacious country home with equestrian potential

A superb four-bedroom detached bungalow with excellent equestrian potential is now for sale. Presented for sale by Galbraith, Hill House is a superb detached family home built in the early 1990s to an exceptionally high standard, and well designed to maximise on space whilst positioned to perfectly capture the surrounding countryside setting. The main entrance…

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Scotland’s Banksy reveals his true identity

The Stonehaven mystery sculptor – dubbed the Stoney Banksy – has come forward to confirm his identity. Jim Malcolm (68) revealed his identity on the TV series Loop on BBC Scotland. His sculptural creations made of scrap metal have been popping up around Stonehaven for about 15 years, but the sculptor’s work hit the headlines…

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Peaceful rural location around this bungalow

Outstanding country views, private well-tended gardens and an attractive home are now on the property market. Presented by Galbraith, Aultbea is an attractive bungalow situated within a peaceful, rural setting in Kirkbuddo, Forfar. The property has been finished to a high standard throughout and offers generous and flexible accommodation. The kitchen/dining room is very much…

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A lovely modern home overlooking a meadow

An outstanding country property in a delightful setting is now available on the property market. Presented for sale by Galbraith, Fairfield is a lovely modern house constructed of white rendered walls under a series of tiled roofs and offers comfortable and well proportioned accommodation over two levels extending to 225 sqm (2,421 sqft). The house…

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Harbour your property dreams in this home

A superb refurbished harbour property with beautiful views is now on the property market. Presented for sale by Galbraith, 4 Mid Shore is believed to date from the early 1800s and is thought to have been a merchant’s house. It is a stunning fully refurbished harbour property offering lovely contemporary accommodation of a very high…

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