Royal blessing for Glad Rags shooting event

Scotland’s premier all female shooting club has blasted into 2020 with the permission of the Queen to hold a charity clay shoot at Delnadamph. Glad Rags & Cartridge Bags will visit the location, which forms part of the Balmoral Estate. Mhairi Morriss, owner of Jomm Events and founder of Glad Rags and Cartridge Bags, was…

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Uncover true potential at Kilgraston School

Every school claims to be special, but when visitors come to Kilgraston, they say that this school feels ‘feel different’… and that’s because it is. Kilgraston have got the outstanding academic results; they’ve got the state of the art sports facilities, the only onsite school equestrian centre in Scotland, exceptional pastoral care and 54 acres…

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Scottish Field’s property expert answers your questions

When we’re renovating our homes, or buying and selling them, or even thinking about day to day wear and tear, questions will inevitably arise. Thanksfully for Scottish Field readers, we have  Ewan M. White on hand, who provides impartial, expert advice on a wide range of building and preservation issues. Ewan’s role is to ensure…

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Bon Accord Steam Engine Club marks golden years

The Bon Accord Steam Engine Club will mark its 50th year this summer. The club’s golden jubilee will see the Bon Accord Steam and Vintage Fair take place at Castle Fraser in Aberdeenshire on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 June, from 10am-4pm. The organising committee of Scotland’s largest steam fair are planning a special celebration…

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City centre spot for new military tattoo display

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is set to showcase its remarkable 70-year history through magnificent images and fascinating tales, as it unveils a new, free outdoor photography exhibition in the capital’s city centre. The impressive display will run until 29 March and is located on the Mound Precinct next to the Scottish National Gallery. The…

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Scots singer ready to host new music event

The Spirit of Song is a brand new event hosted by Scottish singer-songwriter Kerri Watt. Born out of Kerri’s appreciation for two of Scotland’s biggest exports – whisky and music – this will be an intimate night filled with acoustic music by Scottish artists. This one off intimate acoustic show will take place at the…

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Big stage setting for Scots fiddler’s Highland Symphony

Scots fiddle supremo Paul Anderson will bring the spirit and atmosphere of the UK’s last natural wilderness to the heart of Scotland’s third largest city. Paul’s Heilan Symphony, inspired by the Cairngorm region of Scotland, is being brought to a big stage setting and will be performed by a 48 piece orchestra at Aberdeen’s Music…

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How to trace your Scottish roots and ancestry

Tracing Your Scottish Ancestry Through Church & State Records is a thorough guide to Scotland’s genealogical landscape and is a useful tool for researchers of the diaspora to have at hand. Paton examines common records used by family historians, including censuses, tax records and registers of land ownership. A basic knowledge of the legal system…

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Edinburgh named global hotspot for wellbeing

Scotland’s capital has been named as one of the world’s top 20 major cities for wellbeing – ahead of London – according to a new study. As part of its Wealth Report 2020, independent property consultancy Knight Frank has developed a new City Wellbeing Index which considers a range of factors – including lifestyle, healthcare,…

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An in-depth look at grassroots rugby in Scotland

A documentary looking at the rugby stars of tomorrow is coming to our TV screens. Rugby has seen huge worldwide growth in the past 20 years particularly in areas you’d least expect. Thar na Loidhne/Crossing the Line, to be shown on BBC ALBA, considers what motivates players to pick up the oval ball. This series…

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