Posts Tagged ‘golf’
You have to make a date and see the Calendar Girls
Calendar Girls is a story we’ve all heard of – a group of Women’s Institute members take their clothes off to do a charity calendar. It’s an amazing true story, which was adapted into a film in 2003, and now, a sensational musical, with music from Take That’s Gary Barlow and lyrics by Sir Tim…
Read MoreNorth east short story competition reveals winners
This week, we’ll be posting one short story a day from this year’s Toulmin Prize competition. The Toulmin Prize is open to amateur writers over the age of 16. The stories entered have a north east focus, and can be written in Doric or English, or a mixture of the two. Throughout the course of…
Read MoreImpressive home set in a scenic elevated position
Highpoint is a substantial detached house, which offers the perfect balance of modern and traditional living. Highpoint, presented for sale by Galbraith, sits in an elevated position with the design encapsulating the outstanding views over the golf course and Tay Valley beyond. The house provides generous and flexible accommodation, ideally set up for family living…
Read MoreWhen Scots came to the fore in the golfing world
Scotland is the home of golf, so it’s hardly surprising that the country’s men and women have put in some great performances on the fairways over the years. With the Solheim Cup coming to Gleneagles later this year, golf will be on everyone’s lips this summer. 1. Colin Montgomerie, Ryder Cup, 2010 The 2010 Ryder…
Read MoreCutting the plastic at this year’s ASI Scottish Open
A pioneering partnership between the Aberdeen Standard Investments Scottish Open and Scottish Water aims to reduce single-use plastic consumption at Scotland’s national open by 80%. The European Tour and main sponsors Aberdeen Standard Investments and the Scottish Government are striving to make this year’s Rolex Series event at The Renaissance Club in North Berwick more…
Read MoreThe 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,…
Read MoreFive years of excellence pays off with TripAdvisor
Consistently good reviews have earned a Scots holiday village a place in the TripAdvisor hall of fame. Having earned a Certificate of Excellence every year for the past five years, Mains of Taymouth Country Estate & Golf Course at Kenmore, has qualified for the review site’s Hall of Fame. The family run estate, situated in…
Read MoreA beautiful property dating back to 1902
A substantial and imposing period property is now available in the north of Scotland. Presented for sale by MacPhee and Partners, Birchwood dates back to around 1902, and the property still retains some of its original features such as a charming pitch pine staircase, moulded cornicing and picture rails. Positioned in the heart of Spean…
Read MoreDid you know…? 10 facts about Lanarkshire
Lanarkshire, in the heart of Scotland, has a long and proud heritage. Today we highlight 10 fascinating facts about the area. The World Masters Regatta, the world’s biggest rowing event, was held in Strathclyde Country Park in 2005, and was also a venue for the 1986 and 2014 Commonwealth Games. The Colzium Estate in Kilsyth…
Read MorePast and present meet in this modernised cottage
A beautiful country property blending a traditional cottage with modern extension is currently for sale. Presented to the market by Galbraith, Remilton is a substantial rural home of the highest calibre, which has been finished to an exceptionally high standard and offers beautifully proportioned accommodation over two levels extending to about 351 sqm (3,779 sqft).…
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