Scotland
900-year-old castle has been lovingly restored
One of Scotland’s historic castles, the Old Castle of Rowallan, has been fully opened to the public for the first time in nearly 70 years. Recently refurbished to its former glory by the current owners, the Campbells, the castle is nestled in the heart of the Rowallan estate. The ancestral home of the Mures and the…
Read MoreMeet the man who’s on the hunt for Nessie
Every morning Steve Feltham wakes up and stares out over Loch Ness, watching and waiting for ripples from the deep. His remarkable quest began 25 years ago, when he quit the rat race and moved to the Highlands in search of the Loch Ness monster. He always has one eye on the water as the…
Read MoreCraftsman Angus has reached the turning point
Angus Clyne, originally from Glenuig in Lochaber, is a man of many talents. Past professions have included fisherman, chef, DJ and busker, but now Angus’ focus is on artistic woodturning from his studio near Pitlochry. Using a lathe to spin the wood, a roughly chainsawed block of wet wood is mounted and spun at a…
Read MoreWatch the future of Scottish food at a unique farm
In the new edition of Scottish Field, Louise Gray visits the world’s most technically advanced vertical farm, which is in Dundee. In the final column in her series on fruit and vegetables, she asks if this is the future of food. It is blowing a hoolie outside and usually I would be knee-deep in mud…
Read MoreNew state of the art radar system at Glasgow Airport
Plans for one of the largest wind farm developments in Scotland have been given the green light following the installation of a state-of-the-art radar system at Glasgow Airport. Together with air traffic services company, NATS, and Banks Renewables, Glasgow Airport has introduced a new radar earlier that can mitigate the impact of the Kype Muir…
Read MoreWhere are the best whisky bars and visitor experiences?
Do you know a good whisky bar or visitor experience? If so, we want to hear from you. This year’s Bars and Distilleries awards, a part of the year-long Scottish Field Whisky Challenge, will begin by opening up to public nominations. The Scottish Field Whisky Challenge, now in its 19th year, comprises of the Summer…
Read MoreGlenmorangie unveils its first whisky from wild yeast
The first whisky created from yeast growing wild on Glenmorangie’s own barley, marks the tenth anniversary of the Highland distillery’s pioneering Private Edition series. For a decade, Glenmorangie has invited whisky aficionados to explore its passion for innovation through this acclaimed series of rare and intriguing limited-edition single malts. Now, in the collection’s rich, fruity…
Read MoreLimited edition Valentine’s gin set to go on sale
Eden Mill has announced the release of its brand-new Love Gin Liqueur – just in time for Valentine’s Day. The sweet and aromatic Love Gin Liqueur is priced £15.99 (50cl) and can be served neat over ice, with tonic water, or mixed into a delicious cocktail for a romantic Valentine’s evening tipple, from 7 February.…
Read MoreA celebration of Mackintosh design and his legacy
A celebration of Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s design innovation and legacy is to take place next month. Taking place at The Lighthouse, Mitchell Lane, Glasgow, the exhibition by Craft House Design will explore this through the work of contemporary designer makers. Reflecting Mackintosh is a celebration of Mackintosh’s design legacy and continued relevance, as well as…
Read MoreFrom jewellers to the heights of Machu Picchu
A Scotswoman has put her best foot forward by trekking Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, to raise over £4,000 for charity. Heather Templeton, from Glasgow, finance director at luxury jeweller and diamond retailer Chisholm Hunter, returned triumphant from her Machu Picchu trek where she raised funds for Spina Bifida…
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