Posts Tagged ‘scottish’
Pledge to redouble fight for Galloway National Park
The Galloway National Park Association has pledged to fight on after being turned down in its bid to create Scotland’s third national park. Emma Harper MSP put a motion to the Scottish Parliament to support moves towards the creation of a new National Park in Galloway and received all party backing, to join Loch Lomond…
Read MoreTwo thirds of Scots homeowners don’t know its value
A new survey has revealed that nearly two thirds of Scots are unaware of their home’s current value despite it being their most valuable asset. According to a new survey commissioned by Zoopla, more than half (57%) don’t know the square footage of their home, even though indoor space has assumed a new level of…
Read MoreCovid costs Scotch whisky exports ÂŁ1.1 billion in lost sales
Global exports of Scotch whisky fell by more than ÂŁ1.1bn during 2020, according to figures released today by the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA). The export figures are the lowest they have been in a decade, as the combined impact of Covid-19 and the 25% tariff in the United States hit distillers hard. In 2020, the…
Read MoreSmokehead launches a trio of drams in a tin
Smokehead Islay Single Malt Whisky has added a new stylish tin of containing three whiskies to its range. Each tin features three 5cl bottles of Smokehead original, High Voltage and the brand-new expression Rum Rebel, making them ideal for cocktails. Smokehead Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is the original expression, an intensely rich yet subtly…
Read MoreA visit to one of Edinburgh’s most haunted streets
A series of online events beneath the streets of Edinburgh are coming to The Real Mary King’s Close next week. It has launched the first in its Up Close and Personal series of live events. The unique historical site, which explores historic streets that are now buried underneath the Royal Mile, will broadcast its first…
Read MoreSchool donates winter coats to those in need
Strathallan School has donated more than 75 winter coats to those experiencing hardship this winter. The school based in rural Perthshire organised an appeal for winter coats to help families in need in the Perth and Kinross area. Strathallan Prep School Pupil Alexander Wright, who volunteered with his sister Francesca to help pack the coats,…
Read MoreSmall businesses unite to mark Valentine’s Day
Award-winning St Andrews distillers Eden Mill have collaborated with a collection of small Scottish businesses to create the ultimate Valentine’s day gift. Their A Time for Love hamper includes a range of premium Eden Mill drinks and gifts alongside bespoke handmade chocolate bonbons from Edinburgh-based artisan chocolatier, BonBox and a bespoke bouquet of dried flowers…
Read MoreElixir Distillers’ new Islay distillery gets the green light
A new distillery is to be built on Islay after being given planning permission. The Argyll & Bute Council planning committee has green-lit the plans by Elixir Distillers to build on the island. Born from a love of Islay and its whiskies, co-founders of Elixir Distillers Sukhinder and Rajbir Singh have taken a big leap…
Read MoreParliament to debate third Scottish National Park
A campaign to create Scotland’s third national park is to be discussed at the Scottish Parliament this week. The Galloway National Park Association has welcomed the news that the Scottish Parliament is to debate a motion by SNP South Scotland MSP Emma Harper on Thursday, 11 February, in support of a National Park for Galloway.…
Read MoreAn essential guide mapping out the Munros
The result of a labour of love – and many long walks and aching legs – this colourful compendium maps all 282 Munros in all their glory. Published to mark the centenary of the death of Sir Hugh Munro, this reference book serves as the ideal starting point for any aspiring hillwalker or self-confessed Munro…
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