Posts Tagged ‘river dee’
Temperatures in the River Dee are reaching levels dangerous to salmon and trout
Temperatures in the River Dee are reaching levels dangerous to salmon and trout, it was warned. The River Dee Trust has been monitoring water temperatures but its latest report shows that last summer temperatures were routinely high enough to harm fish. In 2022, all 33 monitoring sites in the upper Dee catchment routinely exceeded 20°C,…
Read MoreWarning over the danger of invasive species
Scots are being urged to be aware of invasive non-native species harm the environment and wildlife. These plants can be costly to the economy and can even pose a risk to our health and way of life. During Invasive Species Week, which runs from May 13-17, organisations across the country are working together to raise…
Read MoreAttractive stretch of the River Dee for sale
The Ardoe and Murtle beat on the world famous River Dee has been made available for sale. The Inverness office of Galbraith has launched the sale of this attractive beat. Purchased in 1990, this lower Dee beat extends to about 1.5 miles and has 11 named pools. It was successfully timeshared by Salar Management Services Ltd,…
Read More10 tragic maritime disasters in Scotland’s cruel seas
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Iolaire. But sadly, it’s not the only maritime disaster to have affected Scotland over the years. War, storms, human error and the sheer destructive power of the ocean have all contributed to a number of tragic losses in Scotland’s waters Here we list 10…
Read MoreA beautiful brand new neighbourhoud
An exclusive neighbourhood of properties is being created at the Gardens at Crathes. Stewart Milne Homes’ exclusive area of unique and luxurious four and five bedroom homes is situated within the picturesque countryside hamlet of Crathes in Royal Deeside, surrounded by rolling countryside and inspiring views of the River Dee. The executive homes include premium…
Read MoreWant to reel in your own stretch of river?
The Ardoe and Murtle beat on the world famous River Dee has been made available for sale. The Inverness office of Galbraith has launched the sale of this attractive beat. Purchased in 1990, this lower Dee beat extends to about 1.5 miles and has 11 named pools. It was successfully timeshared by Salar Management Services Ltd,…
Read MoreGolden age of steam celebrated this weekend
The age of steam will be brought back to life this weekend in Aberdeenshire. The Royal Deeside Railway is a standard gauge steam and diesel hauled heritage railway, in a beautiful setting running alongside the River Dee. This weekend, it will be holding a steam and vintage rally weekend, on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19…
Read MoreMark is a man on a mission – to save salmon
The Atlantic Salmon Trust’s new chief executive is on a mission to find out why its numbers are falling. Mark Bilsby has been named as the new chief executive officer (CEO) of the trust, replacing Sarah Bayley Slater who leaves the post after two and a half years. With more than 20 years’ experience as…
Read MoreA-listed Hensol House at the heart of waterside estate
A beautiful estate in the heart of Kircudbrightshire is now on the market. Presented by Strutt and Parker, the Hensol Estate, in Castle Douglas, features a category A-listed country house. Accessed via a private tarmacadam driveway, after passing the Lodge Cottage, the drive which runs parallel with the River Dee continues past overhanging trees creating an…
Read MoreProny Farmhouse offers quiet living by a river
Prony Farmhouse is a charming extended and modernised home in an idyllic location beside the River Gairn. Set in a beautiful position within the Cairngorm National Park in Glen Gairn, Strutt and Parker offer for sale a pretty renovated and extended farmhouse. Prony Farmhouse is a superb country residence offering spacious and modern accommodation. Since…
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