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Stoats have the power to mesmerise their prey and can hypnotise young rabbits

Going underground with Scotland’s stoats and weasels

With their fearsome reputation as bloodthirsty hunters, weasels and stoats demand respect from gamekeepers and farmers alike. For most of us, stoats and weasels are...
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Ormiston House is an impressive B-listed Baronial mansion

Ormiston House is an exceptional Scots Baronial 'B Listed' house set in spectacular secluded grounds. Dating from 1851 and presented by Strutt & Parker,  it...

Drinks terrace opens at the Taymouth Marina

A brand new lochside drinks terrace has opened on the shores of Loch Tay, at Kenmore’s Taymouth Marina. Owners Eric and Naomi Strickland say they...

Lorraine Kelly gets ready for The Cash Machine

Popular TV host Lorraine Kelly is to front a new Scottish quiz show. STV has commissioned a brand new, high pressure quiz The Cash Machine....
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10 fascinating facts about… mid Argyll

Argyll is rightly recognised as one of the most stunning parts of Scotland. Nature is still dominating the sights, and here we present 10 fascinating...
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Marchmont set to host fascinating talks and films

Marchmont House is preparing to celebrate the very best in contemporary Scottish wood sculpture with an exhibition, talks and films featuring leading artists and makers....
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Review: The Caledonian Hotel, Edinburgh

It was Coco Chanel who said ‘luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it’s not luxury.’ And I think it’s fair to say the purveyors of grandeur...
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Review: The Atlantic Hotel, Jersey

'I could move here.' We've all said it. You're on holiday, drinking in the sun's rays and (most likely) a cold one from the local...

The INEOS Grenadier: How does this 4×4 fair on the sodden hills of Royal Deeside?

It’s rare that I need to be asked twice to head for the hills, but if there’s an opportunity to go off road then I’m...
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Hop On Hop Off vs. Traditional Bus Tours in Edinburgh: Which is Right for You?

Sponsored Content | Exploring the historic and scenic city of Edinburgh offers an array of experiences, with its rich tapestry of culture, architecture, and natural...
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Review – Hotel Edelweiss, Zurs, Austria

Watching the progress of our journey on my phone map and looking up towards our destination, Zürs, it was difficult to imagine how our transport...
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Review: A Car-Free Adventure to Carlisle

  The cathedral city of Carlisle may not be your first thought when planning your next weekend away, but the small border city has much...
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Ardnahoe Distillery: First whisky to come from a new distillery on Islay since 2009 released

It has been six decades since Stewart Laing first learned how to make whisky on Islay. In the 1960s he travelled to the world-famous whisky...
Coalin Finn is the Executive Chef at Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa in St Andrews.

In a nutshell, Chef Coalin Finn: ‘Family dinner was always at the table, where we laughed and shared stories’

Coalin Finn is the Executive Chef at Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa in St Andrews. At the Old Course, Coalin is committed to...
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Review: Cherry Blossom Tuesday at Tattu Edinburgh

I’m not sure what alchemy was involved in the scheduling of Tattu restaurant’s Cherry Blossom dinner for the first warm day of the year in...
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Kiefer Sutherland: Hollywood star brings new whisky to the UK

Hollywood star Kiefer Sutherland has unveiled his new whisky to the UK, a homage to his Canadian roots and love of the spirit. The whisky,...
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In a nutshell, Chef Tom Tsappis: ‘I’d love to cook for Tom Cruise’

Chef Tom Tsappis and his wife Matilda moved from London to Killiecrankie in 2021 to realise their dream of opening their own restaurant. Killiecrankie House...
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‘Scotland’s first dog friendly chippy’ launches in St Andrews

A chip shop in St Andrews says it has become 'Scotland’s first dog-friendly chippy' with the launch of a dedicated menu for diners’ pooches. The...