Posts Tagged ‘scottish’
You reap what you sow in community project
From a simple dream of growing their own veg, a handful of Shettleston residents dug in, creating allotments that now benefit the whole community. Marion Bate, the project co-ordinator, explains how it got off the ground in Glasgow. How did the Shettleston Community Growing Project get started? It was 2009 and a group of half…
Read MoreSoaring ambition of zoologist who won’t be forgotten
Wildlife activist and zoologist Bryan Nelson devoted his life to studying seabirds in Scotland and beyond, becoming a world expert on gannets and a leading environmentalist. Seen from outer space, the Bass Rock is said to look extraordinary: shining a brilliant white thanks to being plastered with the guano of generations of gannets and, for…
Read MoreThe life and times of entrepreneur Michelle Mone
Michelle Mone is one of Scotland’s top entrepreneurs. She built up her lingerie business, Ultimo, which she sold in 2014, and tells Scottish Field of her childhood ambition, obsessive compulsive disorder and why she loves the Borders and Gleneagles. She was awarded an OBE in the 2010 New Year honours, before becoming Baroness Mone of…
Read More10 health fads which have come to Scotland
Scotland has seen its fair share of fads aimed at fixing all that ails us. While some have stuck around, we can be glad that others have failed to last the distance. Here’s 10 treatments that would either kill or cure… or do nothing at all! 1. Hydrotherapy Water therapy came to Scotland in 1843…
Read MoreCelebrating the most unique lighthouse in Scotland
On the extreme north-east point of the Scottish mainland lies the promontory of Kinnaird Head, home to the only lighthouse in the world to be built into a castle. The Kinnaird Lighthouse, originally constructed in 1571, has played host to lairds, lords and Jacobites over its five hundred year history. After being saved from various…
Read MoreThe magic of Motown casts its spell in Glasgow
For some unknown reason, soul music has never been my thing. I love my pop – I dance to disco ‘cos I don’t like rock – and somehow, soul has just never quite entered the sphere of my musical tastes So, going to see Motown: The Musical was going to be an interesting experience. I…
Read MoreBeautiful art-inspired gifts that are perfect for Christmas
The joy and beauty of Scotland’s national art collection – expertly translated into stunning items that will make the perfect gift. With items to wear, eat, create with, plan with, design with, decorate with or simply gaze at – there really is something for everyone this festive season. What’s more, all the profits go to…
Read MoreA look at Stirling through its beautiful buildings
Stirling may be Scotland’s smallest city, but after being granted city status during the Golden Jubilee celebrations in 2002, its history and heritage have begun to be fully appreciated. Jack Gillon takes the reader on a tour of 50 of Stirling’s finest buildings and structures, celebrating the city’s immense architectural heritage and ancient character. With…
Read MoreTomintoul releases new expression in gift pack
Tomintoul Distillery has released a stunning new expression in a unique, beautifully designed presentation box. The packaging showcases the Cairngorms National Park, within which Tomintoul Distillery is located. It makes the perfect gift for all whisky fans. Currently, the new Tomintoul 18 Year Old Single Malt is only available exclusively in this gift pack, which…
Read MoreThe life and times of Scots actor Mark Bonnar
New Scots drama Guilt continues tonight on BBC Scotland, starring Mark Bonnar. The actor has starred in a number of hit TV shows, including Line of Duty, Catastrophe, Doctor Who, Casualty, Shetland and Unforgotten. He is currently starring as lawyer Max in Guilt. He lived in East Kilbride and Stonehouse, South Lanarkshire, before moving to…
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