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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...
Giant advent calendar offers lots of treats in Edinburgh
An advent calendar with a difference is coming to Edinburgh. Historic Environment Scotland’s John Sinclair House will be the first of a number of buildings...
£30million Aberdeen Art Gallery project delayed for at least 12 months – just as it was supposed to open
The construction schedule for the £30m redevelopment of Aberdeen Art Gallery is set to be extended - even though the project was originally scheduled for...
Former croft buildings offers island charm
A charming former croft house on the idyllic Isle of Iona has hit the market. House hunters seeking the serenity of life on an island...
New Peatreekers whisky aims to shake up the establishment
A new whisky inspired by outlaws has been designed to challenge the £4bn whisky industry. Peatreekers is an innovative new whisky brand, which is set...
