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Renowned painter presents a special Christmas gift to his home town
A Scottish town hall has been given a cracker of a Christmas present courtesy of one of its most talented sons. Renowned artist and Kirkintilloch native Dick Stevenson has kindly donated a stunning painting of Kirkintilloch Town Hall circa 1960. The painting features people of all ages streaming into the iconic building, warm light spilling out…
Read MoreHouse building firm shares the spirit of Christmas in Cambodia
Christmas spirit was alive in Cambodia thanks to a group from a Scottish housebuilding firm. A team of employees from CALA Homes have recently returned from Cambodia where they have been taking part in The Big Build project, organised by the charity, Habitat for Humanity (HFH). The Big Build seeks to help tackle poverty by…
Read MoreStunning home for sale in a prestigious address
Allen and Harris offer for sale this prestigious home in Helensburgh. This is an absolute stunning and unique conversion of an old detached house with beautiful private gardens. The property on Millig Street is located in a prime position within the desirable lower west side of Helensburgh. This stunning four bedroom property is situated 10…
Read MoreSpacious property with separate cottage and stunning views
Bell Ingram offers to the market this spacious four/five bedroom detached property with self-contained one bedroom cottage attached in an elevated position with superb views down Strathnairn. Mains of Faille is a well presented five bedroom detached property with the added bonus of a self-contained cottage attached. The property benefits from double glazing and has…
Read MoreImpressive stone-built cottage has been modernised and upgraded
A delightful four-bedroom stone-built cottage enjoying superb open views over the Kyle of Sutherland has been brought to the market. Presented by Bell Ingram, this is a modernised and upgraded home, yet maintaining many original features, in a tranquil, secluded and rural location. Easter Achnahanat is situated in the most stunning elevated position overlooking the…
Read MoreStunning showhome from Mactaggart and Mickel Homes has been released for sale
Grand luxury in the perfect location is coming soon to Glasgow. The breath-taking Cramond showhome at Mactaggart & Mickel Homes’ exclusive Red Lion development in Newton Mearns has just been released for reservation. Luxuriously styled by internationally-renowned designer Gerry Burke, the Cramond embodies traditional cues with contemporary design to create an opulent and breathtaking detached…
Read MoreVictorian curiosity is back on display after 25 years
A rare Victorian fern case is being displayed for the first time in over 25 years, in a new exhibition at the Glasgow Museum of Modern Art. Kent born artist Aaron Angell has put together a new series of works including ceramic sculpture, inflatables, painting, Victorian furniture and plant life to create an ‘anachronistic’ interior.…
Read MoreIt’s 40 years since Mull of Kintyre topped the charts
As the Christmas number one is set to be revealed, this year marks the 40th anniversary of a distinctly Scottish-sounding song. Paul McCartney’s Mull of Kintyre, co-written with Denny Laine and featuring the Campbeltown Pipe Band, topped the charts, and for a number of years was the biggest-selling single of all time – and also…
Read MorePreserved walrus is named Marmalade after public vote
A giant walrus being exhibited in a Scottish museum has been named after a public vote. The walrus, kept at The McManus: Dundee’s Art Gallery & Museum, has been named Marmalade after a public vote to name the large flippered marine mammal. It is thought the name has proved popular with visitors due to the…
Read MoreA tree-mendous idea for a last-minute Christmas gift
For those who have left entering into the Christmas spirit to the very last minute, don’t fear the letterbox Christmas tree is here – or at least it can be tomorrow with next day delivery. The UK’s most popular online florist, Bloom & Wild – known for their clever bouquets that fit through the letterbox…
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