Posts Tagged ‘glasgow’
Take a look at the video of this home with a difference
Over the last year, Scottish Field has presented many unique homes by rivers – but none of them have actually been located on the water. Clyde Property present to the market Gerda of Glasgow, a two bedroom Dutch barge. This is a unique and peaceful home with bags of character, moored at Speirs Wharf, Glasgow,…
Read MoreFirst release in a series of landscape inspired drams
The special beauty of Arran is being celebrated with a series of limited-edition whiskies. The award-winning Isle of Arran Distillers is celebrating the unique beauty of the landscape on the island. The first of The Explorers Series pays homage to Brodick Bay, which can be found on the east coast of the Isle of Arran.…
Read MoreFall for the charm of a private seaside haven
A historic lodge set against a picturesque backdrop of colourful shoreline stretching over a glistening loch is on the market. Originally built in the 19th century, North Lodge in Tarbert, Argyll and Bute, is located on extensive 31-acre private grounds and benefits from direct access to the waters of Loch Fyne. The strong sense of…
Read MoreGlasgow home developer shortlisted for national Housebuilder Awards
Glasgow-based Mactaggart & Mickel Homes have been named as finalists in two categories of the 2018 Housebuilder Awards The family-run company has made the final in the Best Training or Recruitment category for their programme to train, develop and train their staff. They’ve also been shortlisted for Best Community Initiative for their fund which provides…
Read MoreHave your say on deposit return scheme for drinks containers
Members of the public are being asked to have their say on a proposed deposit return scheme for drinks containers. Under a deposit return scheme, customers pay a small deposit when they buy a drink in a bottle or can, and get the money back when they return the container for recycling. Zero Waste Scotland…
Read MoreStunning views and peaceful living in central Scotland
An attractive county property in an elevated position commanding exceptional views of the Clyde Valley is now for sale. Ashdean, in Crossford, near Carluke, South Lanarkshire, is presented for sale by Galbraith, giving views over the River Clyde and the surrounding countryside. Ashdean comprises of a traditional house with a useful range of outbuildings which…
Read MoreScottish Opera pop-ups to entertain Glasgow this summer
Scottish Opera will host two 30-minute long pop-up shows for all ages this summer. A little Bit of HMS Pinafore and Be a Sport, Spike! will be staged at various venues in Glasgow from 2 August. Scottish Opera’s director of outreach and education, Jane Davidson said: ‘In 2018, Scottish Opera continues to bring its unique brand of miniature opera to audiences across Scotland. ‘There’s…
Read MoreA spacious home complete with helicopter hangar
A modern spacious home in central Scotland is currently on the market. Glencotha, near Lanark, South Lanarkshire, is presented for sale by Galbraith. Glencotha was built in 2002 of a timber frame and rendered blocked work under a slate roof. It is particularly well designed with spacious public areas and reception rooms which take full…
Read MoreTen things to do in South Lanarkshire this summer
The summer holidays are arriving for schools across the nation this week, giving youngsters many weeks in which to be idle. But there’s lots to see and do across Scotland this summer, and we kick off our series of places to go with 10 locations worth a visit in South Lanarkshire. It has a host…
Read MoreSupermarket’s festival of beer is underway
A host of Scottish breweries are celebrating a summer sales boost expected to be worth over £110,000. Aldi is holding its Scottish Beer Festival, which returns to stores across the country today (Thursday 28 June). The in-store festival – which has championed Scottish breweries since its inception in 2012 – shines a spotlight on the…
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