Last chance saloon to fight against the fat tide

How can we stop our nation of couch potatoes from eating itself to death? We live in a time of virtuous role models in almost every sport, yet participation levels still falling, particularly among our children. What are the costs of our growing indolence? And if recent Olympic success on a previously undreamt-of scale is…

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An outstanding bungalow by the sea

An exceptional detached bungalow in a prime position above a harbour is now on the property market. Occupying an outstanding position above Kirkcudbright Harbour, Waterside is an aptly named modern single storey house built just over 20 years ago. Built in 1997 and set in mature gardens which extend to approximately one acre, Waterside is…

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A fantastic home by the beach – with an indoor pool

A unique opportunity to purchase a versatile five bedroom house – with a heated indoor pool – in a stunning beach location has arisen. Presented by Galbraith, Balcary House is a charming, yet unique, single storey property in Castle Douglas, in Dumfries and Galloway. Every window benefits from a stunning view, either across the bay…

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Floating hotel sails off with Best Newcomer title

One of Edinburgh’s most iconic luxury hotels has been named Best Newcomer at Scotland’s Prestige Hotel Awards 2020. Fingal, which is berthed in Edinburgh’s historic Port of Leith, was awarded the top industry accolade at a grand gala awards ceremony, which took place at the Crowne Plaza in Glasgow on Sunday. Voted for by the…

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Coronavirus claims the Glasgow Coffee Festival

The Glasgow Coffee Festival has been postponed after the Coronavirus outbreak. Originally scheduled to take place in early May, the event organisers have successfully secured dates for the festival to return to The Briggait later this year, with the two-day event now scheduled to take place on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October. Festival fans…

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Game processor to only collect from BGA shoots

The British Game Alliance has announced that Braehead Foods of Kilmarnock will continue to only collect from BGA assured shoots next season. As one of the first game processors to sign up to the scheme in 2018, and the only BRC accredited feathered game processor in Scotland, Braehead Foods only collected game birds from BGA…

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A huge – and amazing – change in store at 111 by Nico

Glasgow’s popular, multi-award winning 111 by Nico is about to witness its biggest change to date. But rather than the usual proceedings of delicious new concept menus, this is an uplifting story of hard work and determination meeting hope and friendship. Nico Simeone will step down from the restaurant which will be taken over by…

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Scottish public values its iconic heather moorlands

Scotland’s bonnie purple heather is one of the country’s most characteristic habitats with heather, berries and grassland accounting for around 50 per cent of all Scotland’s uplands. But how much do we love it, and expect to see it in bloom in late summer, and do we know the many benefits it brings? With the…

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Be in Little doubt – this recipe is tasty

Fishmonger and chef Willie Little’s story of how he came to own his Blairgowrie restaurant is as down-to-earth as the man himself. ‘Because our product is so fresh, I don’t have to hide it with any sauces,’ says chef proprietor Willie Little, of the fish at his restaurant Little’s in Blairgowrie. ‘I’ve been cooking since…

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Give her a relaxing ‘mumcation’ this Mother’s Day

The Balmoral Hotel in Edinburgh is offering Mother’s the chance to treat themselves to a ‘mumcation’.  Perfect for busy Mum’s (and ladies who need to escape a hectic lifestyle), the hotel has created a number of special experiences for ladies to relax and unwind. Whether guests are looking for a tranquil wellness retreat or cocktails…

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