Posts Tagged ‘hotel’
Scots pianist is all ready to enjoy a Cumnock Tryst
Eminent Scottish pianist Steven Osborne will perform at this year’s Cumnock Tryst festival. This will take place at Trinity Church, Cumnock on the evening of Saturday 5 October. Steven will replace soprano Danielle de Niese, who can no longer join the event due to a change in circumstances. All tickets already bought for the Saturday…
Read MoreA warm welcome ahead of the Solheim Cup tee off
There’s not long to go until the Solheim Cup tees off in Scotland. The Provost of Perth and Kinross Dennis Melloy recently welcomed Polly Clark, European Solheim Cup director of the Ladies European Tour to Perth and Kinross, ahead of the competition being played at Gleneagles. Provost Melloy said: ‘It was a pleasure to meet…
Read MoreRemembering the Battle of Dunkeld 330 years on
With the 330th anniversary of the Battle of Dunkeld coming up on 17 August, the 1745 Association is hosting a tour of Dunkeld that Saturday afternoon. A range of activities have been planned throughout the day to encourage the community to remember the Orphan Battle of the Jacobite Wars that took place in 1689. The…
Read MoreBeautiful West Freuchies is built from reclaimed stone
West Freuchies and the Mill House are stunning properties which just have to be viewed. Bell Ingram presents to the market West Freuchies, in Blairgowrie, a substantial property which was constructed around 1995 using the stone reclaimed from the original steading which stood there. It has a pitched slate roof. Adjoining the main house, but independently…
Read MoreGrand Slam brunch to be served at Trump Turnberry
Trump Turnberry is set to host a Grand Slam brunch, inspired by the ongoing Wimbledon tournament. To celebrate the iconic tennis tournament, the luxury resort will be hosting a Wimbledon Brunch to coincide with the men’s singles final on Sunday 14 July. For the tennis fans without a ticket to Centre Court, they can instead…
Read MoreHistoric hotel with a Robert the Bruce connection
A historical hotel reputed to be sited near where Robert the Bruce was inspired by a spider is on the market. Dunvalanree, a hotel on the stunning West Highland beach where Robert the Bruce landed while fleeing the English following an early setback, is being offered for sale. Located in the tiny Kintyre hamlet of…
Read MoreFour of the best for the 4th of July
Independence day is the ideal time to highlight the breadth of America’s vinous offerings, writes Peter Ranscombe. HAPPY fourth of July! While the United States’ independence from Great Britain may have begun with tea in Boston there will certainly be millions of Americans raising a glass of wine to celebrate their country’s birthday. I love…
Read MoreShaping up with £250,000 fitness & spa investment
An iconic Scottish hotel is putting fitness first after the completion of an impressive £250,000 improvement programme in its spa and fitness facilities. Trump Turnberry, the iconic resort on the Ayrshire coast, has also announced the appointment of a new fitness manager and nail specialist. Committed to the wellness of guests, the new, cutting edge…
Read MoreEnjoy a memorable wedding at these superb venues
Scotland boasts such incredible scenery and historic venues, it’s understandable why people come from all over the world to be married here. If you’re looking for a venue for a wedding , Scotland is blessed with superb locations, great and small. Outstanding wedding venues can provide a backdrop and make memories that will last a…
Read MoreA perfect day where nothing is too much trouble
When you choose Trump Turnberry for your wedding venue, you know you’re in for an extra special experience. Darren and Rebecca, who held their wedding there in August 2018, said: ‘From the moment we contacted Trump Turnberry with our initial enquiry to the moment we left the day after our wedding, we were blown away…
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