Posts Tagged ‘scottish’
A look at Scotland’s work on nature restoration
A new report examines what lessons can be learned from large-scale nature restoration and rewilding projects in Scotland and beyond. With increased attention on these approaches as a solution to the twin crises of nature loss and climate change, the NatureScot report reviews 25 case studies from Scotland and further afield across Europe to highlight…
Read MoreEdwardian artist’s work rediscovered in Highland vault
The work of a long-forgotten Edwardian artist has been discovered in an attic in the Highlands of Scotland. Sir Christopher Spink, an artist who created butterfly origami sculptures from his home in the Highlands, is thought to have lived from 1895 to 1925. He travelled the world in search of inspiration for his art work,…
Read MoreUp, up and away as balloon adventures return
Webster Adventures, Scotland’s premier hot air ballooning company, has started its 2022 ballooning season. Following the pandemic, this is the first time in two years that the business has properly returned to the skies with a full ballooning itinerary, with a curtailed schedule last year and no flights at all in 2020. The booking site…
Read MoreNew season springs into life at National Museum of Rural Life
New-born lambs and a series of special family events and activities at the National Museum of Rural Life in East Kilbride this spring. The museum’s Spring Explorers event runs from 11-14 April and features fun-filled story-telling sessions from Monday to Wednesday and sustainable craft activities for families. A Bird Bingo trail will run throughout April…
Read MoreStranraer Oyster Festival confirms 2022 return
Stranraer Oyster Festival, one of Scotland’s biggest food festivals, is set for a sensational return later this year. Organiser Stranraer Development Trust confirming the event will take place from 2-4 September, with support through EventScotland’s National Funding Programme and from Dumfries and Galloway Council. The community-run festival was last held in 2019 when it attracted…
Read MoreTrad powerhouse Hò-rò have new album on the way
New Moon is the new album from traditional powerhouse Hò-rò. The contemporary trad album, which features delicate ballads and upbeat foot-stomping tunes, will be released on Friday 22 April. The seven-piece band from the Highlands, known for their spellbinding, energetic live performances, have become a force to be reckoned with on the Scottish traditional music…
Read MoreCairngorms Connect has successful start on 200-year plan
The biggest habitat restoration project in Britain has announced the positive impact that has been made during its first years. More than 7000 broadleaf seedlings have been successfully germinated, 526 hectares of peatland habitats restored, and invasive native conifers have been removed from over 1000 hectares of forest by a partnership of neighbouring land managers…
Read MoreA unique afternoon tea with Indulgent Cruises
Scottish Field readers with a love for travel at sea are being invited to attend an exclusive event this weekend. In partnership with Silversea and Indulgent Cruises, an exclusive afternoon tea is being held for Scottish Field readers and associates at the Blythswood Square Hotel in Glasgow, on Sunday 10 of April, for another inspiring…
Read MoreA delicious braised chestnut and grain wellington
Merchant Gourmet – the plant-based pulses and grains brand – today shares a final plant-based tasty recipe. Today we present vegan celebrity and cookbook author Gaz Oakley’s Braised Chestnut and Grain Wellington with a Charred Red Pepper Dressing and Caramelised Red Onion for a showstopping centrepiece. It offers a delicious filling meal, which will appeal…
Read MoreDouglas Laing launch first ready-to-drink cocktail
Douglas Laing & Co has unveiled its first ever ready-to-drink cocktail in a can: Rock Island Whisky & Tonic. Described as ‘Irresistibly refreshing and remarkably light’, the latest innovation from the award-winning whisky producers is said to ‘balance the finest Island Malt Whisky with Scottish tonic water for a crisp and satisfying serve with a…
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