Scotland
The four elements inspire Old Particular 2019
The elements have inspired a new series of Old Particular Single Cask Limited Edition bottlings for 2019 from Scotch whisky specialist Douglas Laing & Co. The four elements of Fire, Air, Earth and Water are the inspiration for the range. The series launches with the Fire bottling which, very aptly, is a mocha-spiced Craigellachie 12…
Read MoreThe latest weekend bag from Gandys – tried and tested
We try and test the new Gandys Large Dusty Terrain Waxed Weekend Bag. WHAT IS IT? Large sand waxed weekend bag. RRP £119.99. www.gandyslondon.com I WANT IT BECAUSE: It is very functional and spacious but is also the epitome of shabby chic. It has a water-resistant sandy-coloured 100% cotton exterior and 100% polyester interior that’s completely waterproof, plus…
Read MoreFour romantic Scottish locations to propose at
Scotland’s beauty and romantic locations are known the world over. Robert Burns was inspired to write poetry about it; members of the Royal family have been married in it; even members of the public have decided to pop the question at one of its darker visitor attractions. Scotland is often named the most romantic destination,…
Read MoreDiscover the Scots golf courses in the top 100
The World’s Top 100 Golf Courses have been revealed by golfscape – and Scotland features strongly at the top of the life. golfscape, an online golf reservation service which provides services to find, plan, and book golf in 50 countries, has been working with the expertise of industry leaders to put together our first World’s…
Read MoreMore Chinese students coming to study in Scotland
Chinese students Li Ningyi and Wang Lingyi meet two Midlothian piglets as China today (Tuesday 5 February) officially heralds the start of 2019 – The Year of the Pig. The students are both studying for a Masters degree in Applied Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare – a course run by Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) and…
Read MoreNew talent will be showcased at Scots poetry festival
Scotland’s International Poetry Festival will be bursting with new talent and future stars this year. StAnza has always been the perfect place to hear new voices and discover emerging talent, with 2019 set to be no different. The annual festival which this year takes place between 6-10 March in St Andrews, is as much about…
Read MoreDiscover secrets of the grave robbers – and more
A new resource that allows people to delve easily for the first time into the fascinating world of medical history – including rare photographic collections and tales of grave robbers – has been launched by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. The website archiveandlibrary.rcsed.ac.uk provides a catalogue of information that will enable visitors to view…
Read MorePerfect pampering at Macdonald Marine Hotel
I know and you know that January is the longest month of the year. It contains the same number of days as 3 singular months combined and that’s just pure scientific and mathematical fact. With this in mind, a chance to try the Macdonald Spa Collection’s ‘New You Spa Day’ package with my best friend…
Read MoreMarking 150 years of Wallace Monument with £1m revamp
The National Wallace Monument marks its 150th anniversary this year – and has released new visuals that show how its exhibition galleries will be completely transformed as part of a £1m+ investment scheme. The Monument’s new look interior, funded by Stirling District Tourism (the charity responsible for running the popular tourist attraction) at a cost…
Read MoreGlengoyne’s new legacy series begins this month
Glengoyne Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky has announced that its first new global release in almost two years. It will launch to markets worldwide on Monday 18 February, as Glengoyne Legacy Series: Chapter One represents the first in a series of annual releases from Glengoyne Distillery which proudly reveal the tales that have shaped Glengoyne…
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