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Scotland forever – the cry of the Royal Scots Greys

'Scotland forever!' - this was the cry of the Royal Scots Greys as they charged Napoleon’s troops at Waterloo – a decisive moment in an...
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Charles Faa Blythe – the last king of Scotland’s gypsies

Over a century ago, in an elaborate ceremony in the Borders witnessed by a crowd of 10,000 spectators that included Lords and Ladies, the last...

Her life was ruined by a blood transfusion

This is the truly tragic tale of how one woman’s life has been affected by one of the UK’s biggest medical scandals –blood transfusion contamination....

The perfect boots for riding, stable work and walks

Scottish Field tries and tests the Ariat Torridon GTX Boots. What is it: Ariat Torridon GTX Boots, RRP £330. www.ariat.com I want them because: I...
The Ship in in Elie

Beach polo tournament arrives next week

Elie beach is set to provide a picturesque setting for the inaugural Scotland’s Cavalry Polo Tournament next weekend. On Saturday, 19 October, the free event...

StAnza reveals first names for 2020 poetry festival

StAnza, Scotland’s International Poetry Festival, has revealed some of the first names to be included in its 2020 programme. The festival, which was recently shortlisted...

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George McNeil is the new CEO of Aceo Ltd, a long-established independent whisky bottler and cask management specialist.

Whisky firm Aceo appoints its first chief executive

A leading independent whisky bottler and cask management specialist has appointed its first chief executive officer. Aceo Limited, an Edinburgh-based firm established 25 years ago,...
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A dram with Stewart Walker, Fettercairn Distillery: ‘All whiskies have a home, there’s a whisky for everyone’

Steeped in a rich history and aged finely like the golden spirit it distils, Fettercairn Distillery has seen a lot of change through the years....
Michael Henry, Master Blender at Loch Lomond Group

Loch Lomond Group’s Master Blender awarded prestigious Keeper of the Quaich

Loch Lomond Group’s Master Blender, Michael Henry, has been awarded a prestigious Keeper of the Quaich. Michael has led the whisky blending team at the...
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Rosebank Distillery introduces rare cask from 1990 for global travellers

Rosebank Distillery has introduced an extremely rare single cask from 1990 for global travellers.  Rich and fruity, the 33-year-old is the perfect expression of the...
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Scottish star Ewan McGregor gifted cask of Lagg Single Malt

Lagg Distillery on The Isle of Arran have gifted renowned Scottish actor Ewan McGregor his very own cask of Lagg Single Malt. The team at...
Billy Somerville, Senior Restaurant Manager at Amber Restaurant

Review: Scotch Whisky Experience, Edinburgh

The Scotch Whisky Experience sits in a prominent spot on the Royal Mile, a landmark in itself inviting tourists to discover the world of whisky...

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