Gardens
A garden made from blood, sweat and tears
A bloody battle in 1639 provides the backdrop for Pitmedden, a remarkable Aberdeenshire garden brought back to life by the National Trust for Scotland. Nothing prepares you for your first sight of the formal, 17th century formal gardens at Pitmedden, the National Trust for Scotland garden north of Aberdeen. Certainly not the garden’s remote location,…
Read MoreYou reap what you sow in community project
From a simple dream of growing their own veg, a handful of Shettleston residents dug in, creating allotments that now benefit the whole community. Marion Bate, the project co-ordinator, explains how it got off the ground in Glasgow. How did the Shettleston Community Growing Project get started? It was 2009 and a group of half…
Read MoreScotland takes 4 prizes at horticulture awards
Scotland has been blooming at this year’s Royal Horticultural Society awards. Perth has been awarded top prize and crowned ‘Champion of Champions’ in the Royal Horticultural Society’s (RHS) 55th annual Britain in Bloom community gardening competition. And there were other awards for Bridge of Earn, Haddington and St Andrews. In the same year that environmental…
Read MoreThe November 2019 issue of Scottish Field is out now
Scottish Field heads north with the release of our November 2019 issue. Our cover features The Isle of Staffa’s magnificent geological beauty, which acted as the perfect muse for photographer Samuel Hess, in our photo feature. We also feature pretty walks and picnic spots in Moray, Speyside and the Cairngorms. As we explore the north…
Read MoreThe best park in Scotland is revealed
Pittencrieff Park in Dunfermline has been voted by the public as the Best Park in Scotland in Fields in Trust’s UK’s Best Park 2019. Known locally as ‘The Glen’ the nomination celebrated the diversity of Pittencrieff Park: ‘from kid’s areas to glasshouses, peacock sanctuary and historical features… rocky waterfalls, imaginative paths, well-stocked, neatly trimmed flower…
Read More17th century tower wing for sale at A-listed mansion
A historic tower wing within an A listed mansion with a superb drawing room all set within renowned gardens is now for sale. Presented by Mark Atkinson Property and Savills, Tyninghame House is one of Scotland’s most notable country houses, and one of the nation’s most ancient habitations. The romantic ruins of the church of…
Read MoreHow to cultivate a low-allergy garden
The summer is finally here, and for many of us that means longer days, warmer weather and a greener garden. Unfortunately, the summer also means more pollen. For hay fever sufferers, getting through the summer months can be a daunting prospect, the itchy eyes and runny noses making everyday chores a task. So here are…
Read MoreSome handy gardening tips for busy people
When it comes to having your dream garden, the key barrier for most people is a lack of time and energy to invest. Though costs can also be prohibitive, it’s juggling busy work schedules and social lives with household maintenance that tends to see the latter fall by the wayside. If you’d like your own peaceful…
Read MoreGardens galore can provide you with inspiration
Needing some tips for your garden this summer? Take a trip to one of the top north east gardens for a little green-fingered inspiration. 1. Laundry Cottage Laundry Cottage is open to the public as part of Scotland’s Garden Scheme which allows private gardens to be viewed by appointment – admission fees are given to…
Read MoreSculpture Garden designed by Gallery artist and horticulturalist Alex Knubley
The Scottish Gallery has long been an artistic hub nestled in the heart of the Edinburgh New Town, well known for exhibiting contemporary and 20th century art and objects. Juliette Bigley, Line and Form small, 2019, patinated copper, corten steel, 55 x 45 x 17 cm Less widely known is the Sculpture Garden tucked away…
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