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Revamped Edinburgh hotel beats projections in its first year
A revamped Edinburgh hotel has brought in a higher amount of revenue that was expected in its first year. Located on the Royal Mile, the first new look aparthotel from global operator, Aparthotels Adagio, is celebrating its one year anniversary with impressive end of year results. The hotel is reporting over £4.62 million pounds of…
Read MoreBook review – Rosslyn Chapel
To many people, Rosslyn Chapel has become synonymous with Dan Brown’s novels, particularly The Da Vinci Code. However, this book explores a different side of the 15th-century building as one of Scotland’s most extraordinary architectural masterpieces. Founded by Sir William St Clair, third Prince of Orkney, and inspired by the great Gothic cathedrals he had…
Read MoreBeer and beards come together to form The Brawtherhood Brew
Two Scottish firms have joined forces to create a new beer. Drygate Brewery and Braw Beard have teamed up to create The Brawtherhood Brew – a 5% American Wheat Ale brewed with orange peel, orange zest and citrussy hops from the US. Brewed on the 250L Studio Brewery under the Seven Peaked roof of Drygate…
Read MoreScotland’s young farmers are urged to look at the bigger picture
Scotland’s young farmers are being urged to see the bigger picture beyond their farm gate and beyond their computers. Catherine Smith, land agent at Bell Ingram, feels young people need to fully open their eyes to make use of all opportunities within the agriculture sector. Following her attendance at the prestigious Oxford Faming Conference (OFC),…
Read MoreBallot is open for the chance to buy The Macallan 40 Years Old – for £6250
Whisky lovers with a few pounds to spare in their pockets are being invited to enter a ballot to purchase The Macallan 40 Years Old – 2017 Release – for sale at £6250. The Macallan 40 Years Old – 2017 Release is a rare single malt and testament to the exceptional sherry oak casks that…
Read MoreTake part in the world’s biggest pub quiz from the comfort of a local
An award-winning bar and restaurant is inviting locals and their four-legged friends to take join them and take part in the world’s biggest pub quiz. The Mercat Grill, in East Lothian, is taking part in the event on Thursday, 8 March, to take part in the quiz, to help raise vital funds for Prostate Cancer…
Read MoreArchitect-designed home offers unbeatable views over the Inner Hebrides
A stunning architect-designed home with spectacular views sweeping over the famous Camusdarach dunes towards the Inner Hebrides and beyond is now available to buy. MacPhee and Partners present Achaidh to the market. Occupying a prime position, the sale of Achaidh offers a rare opportunity to purchase a most desirable and substantial property with garage, set in…
Read MoreBook review – The Drowned and the Saved: When War Came to the Hebrides
A truly harrowing account, Les Wilson’s book sheds light on the untold Hebridean war experience. The Drowned and the Saved pays homage to the victims and survivors of two tragic incidents: the sinking of American troop ship Tuscania by a German U-Boat, and the collision of another troop ship with the merchant cruiser Otranto. Considering…
Read MoreBid to secure important status for bridge between Scotland and England
A bridge between Scotland and England is at the centre of a bid to become one of 100 most important sites south of the border. A bid to receive funding to preserve the Union Chain Bridge was made in December last year, and now it has been put forward for Historic England’s 100 most important…
Read MoreFinal releases from Tomatin’s fantastic five series
Scottish whisky distillery Tomatin has this week announced the release of the final two expressions in its limited edition Five Virtues series. The series draws inspiration from the elements of nature – Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water – with each single malt expression enjoying a limited run of 6,000 bottles and a focus on…
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