Posts by Kenny Smith
Scotland has two attractions in tourism top ten
Two Scottish tourist attractions have been listed in the top UK 10 landmarks. Edinburgh Castle came fourth in the poll, with the votes coming in TripAdvisor’s UK Travellers’ Choice Landmark awards. And staff at the Royal Yacht Britannia, in Edinburgh, are celebrating after being placed at number five. Bob Downie, chief executive of the Royal…
Read MoreThe countdown to Cowal gathering is underway
The countdown has finally begun for this year’s Cowal Highland Gathering. With just four months to go until thousands of competitors and spectators descend on Dunoon, organisers have launched a new video showcasing the event’s fierce competition, music and entertainment. Due to take place from 23-25 August, preparation for the Cowal Highland Gathering is well…
Read MoreThe making of the Great Tapestry of Scotland
Scotland’s 18th century cotton-spinning Mill Village, New Lanark, is hosting the Great Tapestry Of Scotland. New Lanark is one of Scotland’s six UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and provides the perfect location for the six-week celebration of Scottish tapestry, which runs 10am until 5pm until 1 July. Originated by acclaimed writer Alexander McCall Smith, historian Alistair…
Read MoreFind out what goes on before theatre’s curtain falls
The Citizens Theatre will open its doors to the people of Glasgow to discover what goes on behind the scenes. It’s a chance to look around the Gorbals venue before it closes for a £19.4m redevelopment project. The On the Move event will take place on Saturday, 23 June, from 10am–5pm, ahead of the building’s…
Read MoreStill time to enter the 2018 Edinburgh Moonwalk
Edinburgh Castle will be in the pink next month – quite literally. The iconic building will turn pink on the night of Saturday 9 June, in honour of thousands of women, men and young walkers taking part in the 13th MoonWalk Scotland. MoonWalk Scotland is a fantastic night walk, giving participants the chance to experience…
Read MoreA celebration of Charles Rennie Mackintosh
A new documentary will reveal life in and around Scotland Street School, Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s last major commission in Glasgow. Created by Scottish artist and filmmaker Margaret Moore, Scotland Street School Remembers will open on 7 June at Scotland Street School Museum, marking the 150thanniversary of the world-renowned architect’s birth. The School Board of Glasgow…
Read MoreTurn back the clock to May 1984 with Scottish Field
Scottish Field was celebrating the rise of young ballet star Christine Camillo in the May 1984 edition. The French 18-year-old was our cover star and featured in an indepth interview, having swapped her hometown of Toulouse for a performance with Scottish Ballet. Our other star interview of the month featured Scottish comedy legend Ronnie Corbett,…
Read MoreVenison and haggis is such a delicious taste combination
Scottish Field brings you another delicious recipe, this time it’s venison, haggis, creamed leeks, beetroot and basil pesto with a truffled jus. This recipe comes to you courtesy of Paul Wedgwood who, with his wife Lisa, opened Wedgwood on the Royal Mile. Paul’s lack of formal culinary training has allowed him the freedom to experiment with flavours and…
Read MoreScots opted for Iceland over the Bahamas
Research has revealed that in 2017 the people of Edinburgh searched for trips to Iceland more than Brazil, China and even the Bahamas! Analysis conducted by private tour and adventure group Hidden Iceland, revealed that searches regarding trips to Iceland were made from Edinburgh more often than anywhere else in the UK. The research found…
Read MoreA new Scottish ginger beer hits the shops
A new Scottish craft ginger beer is set to bring a smile to the face of the nation. Big Willie is all about the spirit of adventure and discovery, as it turns back the clock to the days of adventurous seamen, when Big Willie was the mythical Royal Navy purser who kept a beady eye…
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