Posts Tagged ‘scottish’
Scotland’s island population is on the rise
The population of Scotland’s islands is on the increase, according to research institutes, community groups and public sector organisations. They have issued a joint statement which says there is credible evidence of ‘green shoots’ of population turnaround, which as yet does not show up in official statistics. The Islands Revival Declaration, developed by social scientists…
Read MoreBehind the scenes on a trio of Scots newspapers
A look into three Scottish newspapers is coming to our screens this week. In The Papers, this new two-part series sees cameras go behind the scenes in the shared newsroom of three Scottish newspapers, one of which is the world’s longest surviving English-language daily title. As journalists face the threat of fresh cuts and redundancies,…
Read MoreTake flight for a fantastic day out this Saturday
Motorbike stunt shows, trail bike jumps and stunts, vintage vehicles, kites and birds of prey displays are set to entertain visitors this weekend. They’re all part of the National Museum of Flight’s Wheels and Wings Show at the East Lothian attraction this Saturday, 21 September. Three-times motorcycle trials world champion Steve Colley will perform a…
Read MoreCelebrating the life of a Scottish painter
Edwin G Lucas (1911-1990) was born and spent his whole life in Edinburgh. A prolific painter, he was heavily influenced by the surrealists, a style he blended with his own individual methods to produce colourful and fascinating paintings. The book reveals the little-known story of the Scottish artist who stopped painting for almost thirty years…
Read MoreSample some fine wines – and get free oysters
Evenings featuring fresh Scottish oysters are coming to the capital. Back by popular demand, Le Di-Vinis hosting three nights with Oysterman Events on Friday evenings from 6.30pm on 20 September, 25 October and 29 November. The oysterman will be shucking fresh Loch Fyne oysters on the house – complemented perfectly with your favourite wine or…
Read MoreFour new arrivals on the global spirits scene
Whisky, gin and rum are at the heart of Ian Macleod Distillers’ latest entries to the global travel retail market. Ian Macleod Distillers is putting a spotlight on its gin and whisky flavour expertise and craftsmanship at TFWA Cannes, with the launch of Edinburgh Gin Lemon & Jasmine full strength gin, Edinburgh Gin Raspberry full…
Read MoreLiquid gold Brexit rush with rare Balvenie for sale
More than 80 bottles of The Balvenie Single Malt Scotch Whisky are up for grabs. They are for sale in Just Whisky Auctions’ September event including a full set of TUN 1401 bottles and rare releases from the Speyside distillery’s prestigious DCS Compendium series. Live until 8pm on 22 September, The Balvenie bottles are being…
Read MoreSearch for singer/ songwriter down to the final four
The final contestants for the inaugural BBC Radio Scotland Singer/Songwriter Award have been revealed. Following a public vote, four outstanding musical talents have earned a place in the live final on BBC Music Day, 26 September. They are: Liv Dawn from Loch Lomond area, who has a pop country style and crafts powerful stories through…
Read MoreCelebrating the restoration of the Antonine Wall
People have the chance to find out more about the work being done to restore the historic Antonine Wall at an event later this month. The Rediscovering the Antonine Wall Project – led by West Dunbartonshire Council – has been progressing well a year after successfully gaining funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Now,…
Read MoreScots language poem wins international poetry prize
A poem in Scots has won the annual £1,500 international Wigtown Prize for poetry for the first time. Shiftin, by Mhairi Owens, was among entries from poets from as far afield as the USA, China, Canada and Ecuador, writing in English, Scots and Scottish Gaelic. This year, the Wigtown Prize was opened up to entries…
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