Posts Tagged ‘skiing’
Record results for Belhaven Hill School
PUPILS at Belhaven Hill School in East Lothian have managed to post record exam results during the coronavirus lockdown. All 28 boys and girls aged 12 to 13 were accepted into their first-choice senior schools in Scotland and England. Headmaster Henry Knight said: “Just shy of 80% of all grades at common entrance are A*,…
Read MoreArdvreck School celebrating its skiing success
Several Ardvreck pupils raced into podium position at the Scottish Schools Snowsports Association (SSSA) and Scottish Prep Schools Championships (SPS). Kerr Baxter won gold in the boys under-13 age group and Brooke Baxter scooped gold for the girls under-13 age group at the SPS Championships. The team also retained the SPS Cup after a very…
Read MoreWonderful views over the water from Loch Lomond Castle
A luxury apartment with exceptional views of Loch Lomond has been presented to the property market. Savills present this ground floor apartment at Loch Lomond Castle, with spectacular views across the loch, a large breakfasting kitchen and three double bedrooms. Twin wrought iron gates allow entry to the driveway and gardens, leading to the parking…
Read MoreAn A-listed Georgian country house for £2.35million
An A-listed Georgian country house with the main reception rooms, eight principal bedrooms, and a number of estate cottages is for sale. Nestled within the Nairn Valley, Holme Rose is an attractive residential and amenity estate close to the Moray Firth, with lovely views overlooking the policies towards the Nairn River, presented for sale by…
Read MoreSkiing success for Strathallan School students
Strathallan School has ranked second in the UK for Giant Slalom after students ski to success. Three pupils sped to pole position at the British Schoolgirls’ Race in the French Alps. Luka Hughes-Tosh, Iona Ross and Maisie Morgan took to the slopes in challenging conditions, explained parent Fiona Ross who accompanied them on the trip.…
Read MoreThe growing appeal of living in the north east
Property consultancy Galbraith has witnessed a healthy start to the New Year, and 2020 looks set to be an exciting time in the Aberdeenshire property market as it bounces into action. With green spaces aplenty and one of only a few UK cities to have a beach, Aberdeen is the perfect location for family living…
Read MoreA handy guide to Scotland’s skiing scene
This is, so the blurb informs us, Scotland’s first guide to off-piste skiing and snowboarding. The book focuses on the mountains around Ben Nevis and the Nevis range and contains route descriptions and gradings as well as entry diagrams and some stunning photography of each of the featured ‘Back Corries’ or off-piste runs. It’s a…
Read MoreThe stunning winter photography of Hamish Frost
Imagine the experiencing the excitement of some of the most exciting and dramatic scenery in the world – and running on adrenaline at the same time. That’s exactly what Hamish Frost experiences on a regular basis. Hamish is a professional adventure sports photographer, based in Scotland. After being inspired to take up mountain sports photography,…
Read MoreBrechin Castle is for sale – at offers over £3million
One of Scotland’s most significant and historic castles, 18th century Brechin Castle, is now for sale. Brechin Castle occupies a commanding position overlooking its surrounding designed landscape. There are about 40 acres of policies including the renowned walled garden, where, in addition to the Castle there are two gate lodges (West and New) and three…
Read MoreNatural beauty surrounds this modern home
Creag Mor is an modern home, which was completed in 2010, surrounded by great natural scenic beauty. Presented by Robb Residential, the house has been designed with clean fresh and contemporary lines in a location of great natural scenic beauty, located in Dalmally, Argyll. Creag Mor façade is of layered dry-stone construction with a complimenting…
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