Scotland
New vision for Scotland’s deer and environment
An alternative vision for Scotland’s iconic deer has been launched by grassroots wildlife managers aimed at balancing new opportunities with resilient environments. The document, produced by men and women who have ‘culled around a million deer in the last decade’, outlines ambitions for greater domestic consumption of low carbon venison. It also offers practical tips…
Read MoreWave of excitement for Year of Coasts and Waters 2020
Visitors and locals across Scotland are invited to ‘dip their toes’ into Scotland’s Year of Coasts and Waters 2020 with a range of early-year activity across January and February celebrating the forthcoming themed year. Kick-starting the celebrations, Stirling’s Hogmanay (31 Dec) will bring in the New Year in style with two spectacular events on the…
Read MoreA visit to a New Zealand whisky distillery
Just like the whisky ageing patiently in the barrels at Cardrona Distillery I waited patiently for my turn to visit, writes Ash Parmar, a whisky blogger from New Zealand. Life just kept getting in the way but desire was strong to go visit the most ‘desirable, excellent and high-quality distillery’ in New Zealand. Then the…
Read MoreA pagan icon is found in dramatic novel
The deeply unpopular Reverend Burnett gets hold of a pagan icon that has been unearthed in his village, in Silma Hill. When the person who discovered the icon is found dead, the local villagers, fuelled by their hatred of the minister, blame his daughter and accuse her of witchcraft. To save his daughter he’ll have…
Read MoreGood Spirits Company delighted by award win
The Good Spirits Company has been named Multiple Outlet Retailer of the year for 2020 in the Icons of Whisky Scotland Awards. The Icons of Whisky Scotland Awards, run by Whisky Magazine, celebrate the nation’s top people, bars, producers and retailers. Those taking the coveted top spots have been chosen for showing particular dedication and…
Read MoreThe Steamie returns for a short run at The Hydro
One of the most iconic and best-loved Scottish plays, Tony Roper’s The Steamie, returns for a limited run at the SSE Hydro in Glasgow from today, until 31 December. A 13-strong dance and music ensemble joins the starry cast of Louise McCarthy (Magrit), Gayle Telfer Stevens (Dolly), Mary McCusker (Mrs Culfeathers), Fiona Wood (Doreen) and…
Read MoreWe list some of the most festive streets in Scotland
Right now, it may seem like everyone is in the festive spirit across the world, but how dedicated is Scotland to Christmas? Street names can be strange, fun and rude – but they can also be festive. Sellhousefast.uk did some digging to find out which area in Scotland is home to the most festive street…
Read MoreA moving journey of travels around the world
60 Degrees North – Around the World in Search of Home is written from the personal memoirs of Malachy Tallack’s travels. Tallack’s story is brave and honest, while also deeply moving. Although his physical journey is fascinating, it is through his emotional journey that he manages to overcome his feelings of isolation and grief, and grow to love…
Read MoreMerry Christmas from everyone at Scottish Field
Merry Christmas everyone – and if you’ve forgotten to get someone a present, we have the perfect idea for you! Scottish Field is Scotland’s award-winning, glossy, lifestyle magazine. Every month we bring you the best interiors, antiques, gardens, wildlife, motoring, whisky and country news, as well as entertaining, informative and authoritative writing from Scotland’s finest…
Read MoreDon’t be frozen out with The Snow Queen on TV
A Christmas Eve treat is on the way with a special live performance of Scottish Ballet’s The Snow Queen. In a year of celebrations for Scotland’s national dance company, Scottish Ballet’s 50th anniversary comes to a spectacular close with the world premiere of CEO/ Artistic Director Christopher Hampson’s The Snow Queen. BBC Scotland audiences will…
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