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Royal patron officially confirmed for Scottish society’s 200th birthday
A Scottish society which marks its bicentenary in 2020 has been given Royal approval. The Royal Celtic Society has announced that HRH the Princess Royal is to be the Society’s Patron for its 200th anniversary year in 2020. Founded in 1820 by Sir Walter Scott and a group of prominent Highland gentlemen, the Society will…
Read MoreCrionach is new build property in the traditional style
A delightful modern home on the banks of Loch Snizort offers spectacular views over to the Cuillin mountains and to the Outer Hebrides. Galbraith present to the market Crionach, at 3 Kingsburgh, Snizort, Portree, which lies in a delightful, private setting in the scattered crofting township of Kingsburgh on the north-west coast of Skye. The house,…
Read MoreFarming Scotland conference harvests the thoughts of key trade figures
The 15th annual Farming Scotland Conference is taking place this week. On 8 February, an exciting line up of speakers will share their views and experiences under the banner of ‘innovations in farming’ at the Carnoustie Golf Hotel in Angus, where 150 delegates will attend to discuss and debate recent innovations in agriculture and the sector’s prospects…
Read MoreA Study in Tartan as new Sherlock design is kept in the family
Sherlock Holmes has a new official tartan – and it’s been kept in the family. Tania Henzell has designed the new tartan, and she is the step great, great granddaughter of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who created the famous detective Sherlock Holmes. This new creation is titled the Sherlock Holmes Tartan. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle…
Read MoreStudents have a real passion for fashion with their show
Textile and fashion diploma students from Edinburgh College have created their own artistic display, which will take place this weekend. Thye have drawn inspiration from the diverse range of styles and media used by four leading Scottish contemporary artists to construct and create work which will be presented on the gallery floor catwalk for a…
Read MoreIt’s Monte Carlo or bust for classic car enthusiasts
It was Monte Carlo or bust, as a number of classic cars stopped off in a Scottish park on their way to the famous race. The vehicles, which are participating in the famous Monte Carlo Rally, made a pit stop in Clydebank’s Dalmuir Park. West Dunbartonshire Council hosted a send-off event, sponsored by Imperial Commercials,…
Read MoreCelebrating the past with this year’s Hawick Reivers Festival
Preparations are underway for a major Borders festival next month. This year’s Hawick Reivers Festival will run from 23-25 March. From its earliest beginnings in 2003 this annual festival has grown to become a major event in the Scottish Borders calendar. It has grown from one day to a full weekend of activities both in…
Read MoreNew campaign shows Scotland’s a cool place to be for wintersports
In Scotland, there’s definitely ‘snow’ place like home. A new £60,000 marketing campaign which aims to promote Scottish snowsports to new audiences has received a major boost from the national tourism organisation. The Scottish Snowsports Marketing Group (SSMG) has been awarded £30,000 from the VisitScotland Growth Fund to help promote Scotland as a destination of…
Read MoreA chance to pick up a real property bargain which offers rental income potential
A home offering beautiful views and potential rental income is now available in Fife. This bargain property, at 17 Church Street, West Wemyss, is available at auction price, with a guide price of £38,000+ (plus fees). This two bedroom first floor flat situated in this sought-after area of West Wemyss, with stunning views across the…
Read MoreIt’s time to celebrate Scotland’s favourite tipple with the Scottish Field Whisky awards
The Scottish Field Whisky Challenge is inviting the Scotch whisky industry to submit new expressions for its 2018 Summer Challenge. This prestigious competition is now its eighteenth year. A new expression constitutes a new age, year, finish, a new recipe or a new batch for an existing product. It must be Scotch whisky and available to…
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