Posts by Grant Dickie
REVIEW: Regatta Men’s Birchdale Waterproof Jacket
What is it? Regatta Men’s Birchdale Waterproof Jacket (RRP £100) I want it because: With its waterproof and breathable Isotex 10000 100% polyester stretch fabric this shell jacket is light and breathable yet completely waterproof so it’s perfect for summer showers. Useful for: It’s a good summer all-rounder so I keep this jacket in my…
Read MoreInside the Royal Scots
A 55-minute film about The Royal Scots, entitled “Scottish Soldiers : Regimental Memories: 1945- 2006” has just been released by the regimental museum. With interviews from fifteen former members of the Royal Scots, the film captures the experience of being part of the Royal Scots family. For 373 unbroken years until the process of being…
Read MoreWorld’s best morning commute
Some key workers are still going into work during the lockdown, and few have a better daily journey to the office than this one through Glen Lonan, along the Road of The Kings. If you’re stuck at home, this 360 degree footage will hopefully remind you just what awaits when life gets back to being…
Read MoreScotland through young eyes
The winning, highly commended and commended entries for the Scottish Civic Trust My Place Photography Competition 2020 have been announced. This Scotland-wide built environment photography competition was run by the Scottish Civic Trust and was designed to encourage school-aged youngsters (4-18) to explore the buildings, architecture and archaeology in the places where they live. The…
Read MoreRoobois Tea Milk Tart at Bushmans Kloof’s, South Africa
Nestled deep in the Cederberg Mountains is Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve and Wellness Retreat. Set within 7,000 hectares of flora and fauna, the property is home to crystal-clear waterfalls and the world’s largest outdoor gallery, with over 130 ancient rock art sites dating back 10,000 years which has earned it a South African National Heritage…
Read MoreSet the Timer: A Boozy Banana Bread Recipe Worth Instagramming
There’s no doubt that Instagram feeds are currently flooded with banana bread galore and it is B-A-N-A-N-A-S! So, whether you have hopped onto the trend already or are yet to dabble, Aldi has a berry appealing recipe that shoppers won’t want to miss. If you fancy indulging in something boozi-ful and sweet, Aldi’s Triple ‘B’…
Read MoreThe lockdown whisky festival
Tomatin will host its second virtual whisky festival on 9 May to raise much-needed funds for its charity partner, Maggie’s Highlands. The event, which will be live-streamed on Tomatin’s own YouTube channel, comes off the back of the success of their world-first online whisky festival earlier this month, which saw over 13,000 individuals tune in…
Read MoreDigital directory for the North Highlands
A new online platform to help people come together during the coronavirus pandemic has already attracted 10,000 community-spirited North Highlanders. Launched by Inverness-based events and marketing team Planit Scotland, ‘Highland COVID-19’ is a dedicated resource for people across the North Highlands to get free access to online activities, advice and help available right on their…
Read MoreHow to care for your wine
The bars and restaurants might be closed, but the nation’s thirst still needs to be slaked. Supermarket drink shelves are running dry; and off-licences and wine merchants have been added to the list of essential shops, in a decision that acknowledges the importance of keeping cheerful in difficult times. I imagine that many people, keen…
Read MoreBid away!
Although the GWCT Game Fair at Scone and annual dinner at Prestonfield House have been cancelled, the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust’s annual Scottish auction survives, albeit in online form. Featuring over 160 excellent lots to suit every pocket, the auction is now underway and closes at 11pm on Thursday 14 May. You can download…
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