Posts Tagged ‘history’
Mark St Andrew’s Day with a tour of Murrayfield
Celebrate St Andrew’s Day with a difference this Friday, with a special visit behind the scenes at Murrayfield, the home of Scottish rugby. Scottish Rugby are to hold two tours this Friday, 30 November, one in the morning and another in the afternoon, going behind the scenes of BT Murrayfield. There will also be a…
Read MoreJaguar Approved wins ‘best used car scheme’ at awards
Jaguar ‘Approved’ has been named as Car Dealer’s ‘Best Manufacturer Used Car Scheme of the Year’. It has taken the number one spot from the previous three-time winner, Kia. Designed as the most comprehensive suite of ‘peace of mind’ features for its customers, Car Dealer judges were most impressed with Approved’s rigorous 165-point mechanical check…
Read MoreDiscover the real story behind the film Outlaw King
Millions have been watched a part of Scottish history brought to life with Outlaw King on Netflix. But the real life story behind Scotland’s past is to be told in a new three-part BBC Scotland series. Rise of the Clans will see Neil Oliver travel back in time to reveal the real life Game of…
Read MoreSixth release in Glengoyne’s Teapot Dram series release
The much-anticipated sixth release from Glengoyne Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky has been announced. From the Teapot Dram series, Batch No. 006 is matured in first fill Oloroso sherry oak casks and has a natural, rich amber hue and notes of cinnamon, marzipan and cloves. The Teapot Dram series has been created in tribute to…
Read MoreForgotten Scots airfield is remembered
A forgotten Scottish airfield has had its contribution to defending Britain’s skies in World War I commemorated. In April 2018, the Airfields of Britain Conservation Trust contacted East Lammermuir Community Council offering to donate a commemorative plaque to remember Skateraw airfield, on the east coast of Scotland, which opened in January 1917 as a third…
Read MoreIt will be a blue light for St Andrew’s night
New Lanark World Heritage is turning blue this week – and it’s not with the cold weather! is getting ready to feel blue – and St Andrew’s Day on November 30. Instead, the famous Mill Buildings and Falls of Clyde will be adorned by blue lighting, to celebrate Scotland’s national feast day. The stunning 230…
Read MoreDress for success at Famous Blacksmiths Shop
This Sunday marks an exciting day for Gretna Green, the original home of romance. 25 November 2018 will see a special handover ceremony, showcasing a new addition to the Famous Blacksmiths Shop Museum. They will celebrate the instalment of a glorious 21st century wedding dress, representing its generation alongside our current exhibition, one of which…
Read MoreNew Lanark will be all light on the night
New Lanark World Heritage is getting ready to feel blue – and St Andrew’s Day on November 30. The team are preparing to light up the iconic Mill Buildings and Falls of Clyde to turn them blue to celebrate Scotland’s national feast day. The stunning 230 year old New Lanark buildings will glow on a…
Read MoreUnique outdoor jackets via Kickstarter
A Scottish outerwear manufacturer is to launch a Kickstarter campaign next month. Hancock Vulcanised aim to launch three fully customisable, luxury raincoat ranges, providing a bespoke option for the first time in the brand’s history. Launching on December 14 2018, the Kickstarter campaign allows customers the option to pledge funds to Hancock, based on the…
Read MoreLine of Duty star is first at Tennent’s visitor centre
Line of Duty star Martin Compston was the first person to visit the new Tennent’s visitor centre in Glasgow, which opens to the public today. With his character Anti-Corruption Unit Detective Sergeant Steve Arnott often acclaimed for leading the investigative charge, Martin proved he too could be first to a story, as he became the…
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