Posts Tagged ‘scottish’
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…
Read MoreSophie’s designs on success with new tartan
A Scottish student art graduate had designs on success after winning a compettiion to come up with a new tartan design. Sophie Anne Campbell (23), from Oban, studied textile design at Glasgow School of Art and graduated this summer, and is now studying an MA at the school of textiles in Galashiels. One of her…
Read MoreScottish Jazz Weekend 2021 dates are confirmed
This December, Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival present the Scottish Jazz Weekend. This is a weekend of the cream of Scottish jazz performing live and online at Assembly Roxy. Scottish Jazz Weekend presents a programme that runs from the early days of jazz in New Orleans to modern jazz and music created in recent months.…
Read MoreWin the ultimate staycation with Naked Malt
Naked Malt, formally Naked Grouse, has announced that its global Live Naked Experience competition is officially open for entries. It is offering one lucky winner the chance of being whisked away with three friends to enjoy a staycation of a lifetime in their home country. The competition invites experience seekers from around the world to…
Read MoreA stunning, upgraded home with large gardens
A beautifully restored and imposing detached house has been made available for purpose. Presented by Robb Residential, Ardfruoch is a most impressive, detached period home by Austen Laird, with a wonderful extension, all set in 2.25 acres landscaped gardens beside Kilmacolm golf course. The house is of distinctive ‘arts and crafts’ architecture and in recent…
Read MoreBenromach launches limited edition hip flask
Benromach has launched Firsthand, a new campaign which celebrates the benefits and craft of hand-made products. To mark this, a new series of curated partnerships with artisan producers will be created to explore the quality and artistry of the handmade. As a whisky that’s made by hand for genuine character, Benromach is celebrating the skills…
Read MoreHalf price entry to Scottish attractions this winter
A new campaign encouraging people across Scotland to experience a Great Day Out across the country this winter by taking advantage of a 50% discount offer has today been launched by VisitScotland. Whether it is visiting the lions at Five Sisters Zoo or enjoying a chocolate tasting experience from Master Chocolatier Iain Burnett in Perthshire,…
Read MoreThe fascinating rise of a Scots statesman
The eventful life and career of Sir John Malcolm, a distinguished combatant, statesman and man of letters who spent most of his life in India, has been a story little told in his native Scotland. An ambitious and bold man who left his impoverished beginnings as one of 17 children of a tenant farmer in…
Read MoreSee in the New Year on the Britannia and Fingal
Fingal and the Royal Yacht Britannia are offering the perfect luxurious way to start 2022. It’s a chance to experience both Fingal and its glorious sister ship, the iconic Royal Yacht Britannia during this ultimate two-day Hogmanay package in Edinburgh. December 30 – Champagne Afternoon Tea on Fingal and Evening Event on Britannia. A sumptuous…
Read MoreSeaweed jewellery is the ultimate sustainable gift
A young Edinburgh designer has come up with the ultimate in sustainable and renewable jewellery – creating a collection made from Scottish seaweed. Iona Turner (22), who is also a surf instructor, is one of 10 highly talented silversmiths and jewellers from across Scotland whose innovative work has been selected by the Scottish Goldsmiths Trust…
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