The Port Ellen 12 Year old Queen’s Visit 1980

Rare bottling from ‘lost’ distillery raises £50,000

One of the most iconic, well-regarded and rare whiskies ever produced – the Port Ellen 12 Year old Queen’s Visit 1980 – has been purchased...

Do you know an inspirational sports or fitness figure?

The search is on for Scotland's most inspiring, dynamic and dedicated volunteers driving participation in grassroots sports and fitness activities. Nominations for the 2018 BBC...
2018 agriculture winners AR Muirhead

Honouring those in the Scottish farming industry

Scotland's traditional industry of working the land is still alive and kicking in the 21st century. The Scottish Rural Awards is looking to reward those...
The Royal Northern Countryside Initiative, based in Aberdeen, won first prize in the 2018 education category

The search for firms who develop skills for the future

Sharing knowledge and educating others in the ways of rural Scotland is a vital part of traditional Scottish business. The Scottish Rural Awards is looking...

Marking 120 years of BenRiach with a special cask

BenRiach Distillery is marking its 120th anniversary with a specially selected commemorative cask. Chosen from Warehouse 13, the oldest dunnage warehouse at the heart of...
Volunteer Steve installing bat boxes (Photo: Cait McCauley)

Volunteers help bats enjoy their new hangout

A group of people have gone batty to help Scotland's creatures of the night. Scottish Wildlife Trust volunteers have completed work to secure and upgrade...