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Feat of survival: Borders skipper Leven Brown and crew survive shipwreck on Northwest Passage expedition
Leven Brown has accomplished a lot. A Guinness World record-holding ocean rower, in 2005 he became the first man ever to row solo and unsupported...
Baroque fiddle thought to have been played by Robert Burns to be played at special concerts
An 18th Century baroque fiddle thought to have been played by Robert Burns is to be used again for two special concerts. The Gregg fiddle...
Picnic spot enjoyed by Queen Victoria at Balmoral saved from ruin
A picnic spot enjoyed by Queen Victoria on her visits to Balmoral has been saved from ruin by the National Trust for Scotland. The picnic...
Scotland’s oldest cello made in 18th century to be played again
The oldest surviving Scottish cello has been brought to life and will be played again. The instrument made by Aberdeen luthier Robert Duncan in 1756...
Creatives get themselves ready for Scotland’s big crafts event
Scotland's clever crafters and witty knitters are getting ready for their biggest event of the year. The Creative Craft Show and The Scottish Quilting Show,...
Fairy Pools get a massive cash boost on the Isle of Skye
Two top tourist sites on the Isle of Skye are set for improvements this year. The Skye Local Area Partnership has agree to commit £200K...
Young musicians wanted for Scottish youth brass band competition
Young brass band players from all over the country are to take part in the National Mining Museum Scotland's first Annual Youth Brass Band competition....
Garden centres launch delightful new afternoon tea menu
Dobbies Garden Centres has launched a new and improved afternoon tea menu, just in time for Mother’s Day. Spring is in the air and the...
