Posts Tagged ‘glasgow’
The Mhor the merrier as Scottish festival returns
The award-winning Mhor Festival returns to the bonnie banks of Loch Voil this month, showcasing some of Scotland’s hottest up and coming talent. Featuring everything from boat trips to bush craft and paintball to pony rides Mhor Festival is the perfect blend of great food, live performances, outdoor activities and celebrity chefs. Set against the…
Read MoreThe long and winding road – all 140 miles of it
My girlfriend and I walked home last month. An unremarkable statement at first glance, admittedly, but faithfully following the arduous path to our hometown, from our shared abode in the southside of Glasgow, represented the realisation of a long-held ambition: to walk the 140-odd mile route from Glasgow to Campbeltown – all in the space…
Read MoreEnjoy some jurassic larks in Scotland
They have been extinct for millions of years, but that doesn’t stop people having a fascination with dinosaurs. Dino fans will rushing to see Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, as it hits cinemas in the UK on 6 June, but before they can then take a trip to Scotland to explore its many paleontological links and…
Read MoreA rare chance to see TV time capsule’s contents
A famous time capsule which was buried on TV then accidentally dug up after 19 years, is coming to Scotland. When the Blue Peter Millennium Time Capsule was accidentally dug up by construction workers 33 years earlier than planned it made headline news. Now, as part of Blue Peter’s 60th birthday year, the contents of…
Read MoreMarking 450 years since Mary Queen of Scots’ departure
A number of events are being held to mark the 450th anniversary of Mary Queen of Scots’ flight from Scotland and arrival in England. After Mary lost the Battle of Langside in Glasgow on 13 May 1568 and fled south, she took rest and refreshments at Sanquhar before going on further south, finally spending her…
Read MoreA beautiful villa packed with period features
A beautifully presented, spacious five bedroom period villa set over three levels is now on the market. Offered for sale through Miller Hendry, Willoughby House in Crieff is set in a desirable area and with wonderful gardens and far-reaching views over Perthshire, and is a most stunning family home. This magnificent detached villa has accommodation…
Read MoreScottish crafts bidding to take over in London
Scottish contemporary crafts are being highlighted as part of London Craft Week. From studios to the high street, Scottish-based makers are set to take over London’s most renowned furniture and interiors store Heal’s. Returning to London Craft Week for the second time to further the international reach of Scottish contemporary craft Craft Scotland x Heal’s…
Read MoreMore events set for this year’s Year of Young People
This month will see celebrations for the Year of Young People 2018 stepping up a gear. From food fights in the name of science to interactive gaming and virtual reality and from breath-taking aero acrobatics to thought-provoking interactive performances, May has something on offer for all ages. Working alongside event organisers across the country, the…
Read MoreTen ways Scots are marking the Royal Wedding
A new poll by Ipsos Mori has revealed a range of ways that Scots will mark the Royal Wedding on 19 May. The survey shows six in ten will be participating in some way, either by watching TV or recording the event, but less than one in 10 are having a party with family and…
Read MoreA plush home in the exclusive Gleneagles village
A home in an exclusive development surrounded by communal landscaped grounds is now for sale. Presented for sale by Galbraith, 2 Glamis Court forms part of an exclusive development conveniently located within the Gleneagles development and is set amongst stunning Perthshire countryside providing easy access to the A9, Gleneagles train station, Perth and the major…
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