Posts Tagged ‘scottish’
Enterprising and innovative firms are wanted
Forward-thinking companies who are showing innovative thinking are being sought. The 2019 Scottish Rural Awards are searching for Scottish firms to enter the Rural Enterprise and Innovation category, which is designed to recognise enterprise and entrepreneurship throughout rural Scotland, wherever it may lie. The Rural Enterprise and Innovation category is open to all individuals, small…
Read MoreFirst international Scottish Gin Day is on the way
The first International Scottish Gin Day is to take place in 2019. International Scottish Gin Day 2019 (ISGD) will help a global audience discover the wonderful world of Scottish Gin and aims to create a special day established to raise the profile of Scottish Gin and showcase Scotland as a visitors destination. It has been…
Read MoreEntries sought for visual arts mentoring award
Visual Arts Scotland is now accepting entries for its 2019 Inches Carr Mentoring Award. They are looking to hear from early to mid career makers, living and working in Scotland. The aim of the award is to enable an artist to further their current practise with support from an experienced mentor in their chosen field,…
Read MoreBook review – Great Angling Disasters
Funny stories, bizarre events and curious anecdotes come together in this rich collection of fishing tales edited by Tom Quinn. The product of research into more than a century of fishing writings, Great Angling Disasters highlights an amusing side of fishing that practitioners and non-fi shers alike can enjoy, although the latter group might find…
Read MoreAll set for the annual Riding of the Marches
Royal Scots Dragoon Guards and the War Horse Memorial co-founders to join the 2018 Edinburgh Riding of the Marches. This year’s event, taking place on Sunday, 16 September, will be commemorating the centenary of the end of the World War I, as part of the Royal Mile cavalcade. The Edinburgh Captain Gary Ulke and Edinburgh…
Read MoreTrain discount for visually impaired friends and family
A new offer has been launched which offers a 50 per cent discount to a companion of a visually impaired person travelling on the Borders Railway. The concession is available thanks to ÂŁ20,000 worth of funding from Scottish Borders Council (SBC) and support from ScotRail. The half price offer applies to single or return travel…
Read More1000 talented young Scots musicians set to perform
This Saturday will see around 1000 young Scottish musicians come together to showcase their talents and demonstrate their passion and enthusiasm for Gaelic music. They will feature alongside the top names in traditional music at the biggest event in Fèisean nan GĂ idheal’s 30-year history. With support from the Year of Young People 2018, the Blas…
Read MoreCharming stone-built Bothy hits the market
A charming stone-built cottage which couples modern style with idyllic island life is on the property market. The Bothy, on the scenic Isle of Jura, Inner Hebrides, offers buyers a rare opportunity to set up home on the highly sought-after island. Situated in the quiet community of Knockrome, the two-bedroom home provides far reaching sea…
Read MoreFarmers flock to inspire customers about lamb
Sheep farmers from across Scotland will be flocking to their local supermarkets in the coming weeks. They are to give their backing to a campaign that aims to get Scotch Lamb PGI firmly on the midweek menu. An estimated 22,000 shoppers will get a taste of the delicious, versatile meat when the Scotch Lamb PGI…
Read MoreNew partnership to bring more visitors to Scotland
The world’s largest online travel company and Scotland’s national tourist board are to join forces. Expedia Group and VisitScotland are teaming up to help drive travel demand through supporting the country’s hoteliers. Through the new agreement, Expedia Group will work in collaboration with VisitScotland and hotel partners to build awareness of its suite of value-adding…
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