A whisky inspired by the import of casked port

The GlenDronach distillery has been inspired by the historical import of casked port into Scotland during the 19th century, for release of The GlenDronach Port Wood. The distillery was established in 1826 by founder James Allardice, at a time when both sherry and port were ‘de rigueur’, with the finest port pipes travelling along Portugal’s…

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Toulmin Prize fourth commended story revealed

The Toulmin Prize is open to amateur writers over the age of 16. The stories entered should have a north east focus, and may be written in Doric or English, or a mixture of the two. This week, we’ll be posting one story a day, including the four commended stories and the overall winner of…

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A stunning and romantic setting for a wedding

Imagine gathering your nearest and dearest in a romantic setting amid stunning Perthshire countryside and celebrating in style. Once the holiday home of the Duke of Atholl, Dunkeld House Hotel has recently undergone a stunning refurbishment. Nestled on the banks of the River Tay in 280 acres of woodland, the luxurious country house retreat mixes…

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Summer season begins on the banks of Loch Tay

Taymouth Marina is launching its summer season with the addition of new activities and events at its Lochside complex on the banks of the Loch Tay. This summer, the water sport and wellbeing resort in Kenmore is encouraging visitors to take part in a game of beach volleyball on its newly installed sand court. With…

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Two Scottish favourites to return to our screens

STV has commissioned new series of two popular programmes The People’s History Show and Animal 999. These programmes have been recommisioned from independent production companies Up Next Studios and Demus Productions. The People’s History Show is produced by Up Next Studios. Fronted by historian Fergus Sutherland and presenter Jennifer Reoch, the magazine show has been…

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Only 148 bottles of the Black Series will be released

Award-winning Scotch whisky creator Douglas Laing & Co has announced a brand extension to the Xtra Old Particular Single Cask Scotch Whisky range: XOP The Black Series. The new, luxury packaging employs monochromatic colourways complemented by gold foil detail, said to honour the super-premium Single Casks planned. Each bottle is filled by hand and features…

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Looking for some Father’s Day inspiration?

Father’s Day takes place this weekend, and Scottish Field has some ideal gift suggestions if you’re still looking to buy. We know that it’s not always easy to pick a present for the dads in our lives, so here’s a suggestion of practical – and tasty – suggestions for this Sunday, 16 June. Findra Based…

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Toulmin Prize competition reveals commended stories

The Toulmin Prize is open to amateur writers over the age of 16. The stories entered should have a north east focus, and may be written in Doric or English, or a mixture of the two. This week, we’ll be posting one story a day, including the four commended stories and the overall winner of…

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A nuclear-charged thriller set in the Highlands

Conspiracies surrounding illegal radioactive convoys heading for the nuclear plant at Dounreay in the Highlands leads to tense relations between Westminster and Holyrood, in Deadly Secrecy, by Andrew Scott. After the death of anti-nuclear activist Angus McBain, journalist Willie Morton investigates as suspicions rise that campaigner McBain’s death was no accident. Scott cleverly weaves this…

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More than £300,000 to be spent on Orkney’s future

An ambitious new partnership to shape the future direction for Orkney’s World Heritage Site has been unveiled. The partnership brings together Historic Environment Scotland, Orkney Islands Council and Highlands and Islands Enterprise, who have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to conserve the Heart of Neolithic Orkney site and enhance the visitor experience for tourists…

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