Turtle named after Scottish island taken 1,700 miles home

A turtle that was nursed back to health after it washed up on a Scottish beach has been released back to its home waters 1,700 miles away. The creature was found malnourished and dehydrated on Iona in January last year, and was later named after the island. Loggerhead turtle Iona had not been expected to…

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Cameron Lodges

Cameron Lodges: On the third day of Christmas my true love gave to me… the gift of a Scottish luxury getaway Situated in 400 acres of glorious Scottish countryside in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, where you will find stunning scenery, a trip to Cameron Lodges is ideal for relaxation or adventure with…

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Loch Lomond footpath damage exposed

SIMULATIONS of the damage caused to footpaths in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park has been revealed. Images were created to show the state of footpaths 50 years from now if current erosion and littering continues. Scottish Field has often highlighted the need to protect Scotland’s countryside and the hard work that goes into…

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Lots to see at the Maid of the Loch this year

Easter is on the way, and marks the start of the new season for PS Maid of the Loch. The Ship on the Slip programme continues for the second year running, while the ship is on the slipway, under restoration at Balloch, Loch Lomond. The opening celebrations on Easter Weekend include In Steam winch house…

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New grain whisky unveiled by Compass Box

Compass Box Scotch whiskymakers have announced a new limited edition, Experimental Grain Whisky. Costing £100, it contains a parcel of whisky made from 100% peated malted barley that blurs Scotch whisky boundaries. This is a unique release that will transport whisky lovers to new territories. Experimental Grain Whisky is now available in the UK online…

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Still Game heroes Jack and Victor immortalised in whisky form

Still Game’s Jack and Victor are being commemorated in special limited edition bottles of whisky. Jack and Victor Blended Scotch Whisky has released a limited-edition two-bottle gift Christmas gift. It’s been released in specially created tall and short bottles shaped in image of legendary comic characters. In addition to the Jack & Victor branded Glencairn…

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A handy guide to some perfect walking days out

Scotland is the ideal country for lovers of the great outdoors, with so many incredible locations to explore and walk. Whether looking for a gentle amble or to scale one of the 21 Munros in the area, this book provides walks for all, from low-level well-trodden trails to strenuous outings in the high mountains. The…

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Charity moonlight swim taking place at Loch Lomond

Outdoor swimming enthusiasts are being invited to take part in Full Moon Swim at Loch Lomond in celebration of the new season and to support a charity. Organised by outdoor swimming experts, Inchbaggers, the swim will take place on Tuesday, September 24, at 8pm at Luss, meeting in the car park outside the former visitors’…

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It’s time to break out those paler ales

Peter Ranscombe runs the rule over the latest releases from beer website Flavourly. DESPITE this Arctic blast over the past couple of weeks, I’m informed reliably that spring is here. As the seasons turn, so too do the styles of beer for which we reach. The porters and stouts of autumn and winter give way…

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