Posts Tagged ‘ball’
Opening a New Chapter with the winter menu
The cosy, candle-lit, dark grey and gold interior of New Chapter on Eyre Place was certainly a welcome port in a storm that felt as if it had lasted for days. New Chapter opened around three years ago and despite our visit being on a particularly inclement weeknight it was busy with diners in the…
Read MoreSome questions and answers about Scotland
Scotland is a land with a proud recorded history, dating back well for thousands of years. But with so much history, there are often plenty of questions about our great land. Here, we answer seven queries. Q. What is the Cross of St Andrew? A. St Andrew is the patron saint of Scotland, and his…
Read MoreHome really was where the heart is to help save church
People of all nationalities who leave one country for another will always have an affinity with the place they have left, but the sense of home seems to resonate particularly strongly with Scottish expats. From those who have left Scotland’s shores for a new life abroad to fifth-generation Scots who may never have visited their…
Read MoreCastle hosts exhibition on Wars of Independence
A brand new exhibition exploring the dramatic events that Edinburgh Castle endured during the Wars of Independence was officially opened today. ‘Fight for the Castle’ focusses on the historic stronghold’s many sieges as it changed hands between the Scots and English several times from 1286 to 1356. The castle is the most besieged in Britain.…
Read MoreMeet 10 of Scotland’s unsung sporting heroes
Scotland has had its fair share of unexpected sporting successes over the years. Here, we celebrate ten of the most obscure and least-known Scottish champions. 1. Stone skimming, haggis hurling and tiddlywinks The World Stone Skimming Championships has seen eight overall Scottish world champions since the year 2000. In 2016, the Haggis Hurling champion and world record…
Read MoreThe 2018 Perth Ball was another success
This year’s Perth Ball was a riproaring success when it was held at Fingask Castle. A Perthshire tradition, dating back over 160 years, it is a much anticipated night of fun, formal glamour and high tempo Scottish reeling to a dance band. Pictures by Angus Blackburn. [zenfolio-gallery id=”230162620″ masonry=”true”]
Read MoreJewellery event celebrates responsible metal mining
A new Edinburgh event will celebrate responsible jewellery next month. Goldflair, an exclusive evening event and celebration of responsible jewellery, will take place for the first time this year in Edinburgh’s historic Assembly Rooms on Friday, 23 November. Tickets are on sale now for the black-tie ball, which is being organised by Ian Nicholson, jeweller,…
Read MoreSporting auction is all ready to tee off with golf items
Important items from one of the most comprehensive historical golf collections are coming to auction next week. They will go under the hammer Bonhams Sporting Sale at 22 Queen Street, Edinburgh, on Wednesday 24 October, at 10am. One of the highlights is a striking, early golfing portrait, which has an estimate of £40,000-60,000. The Portrait…
Read MoreYoungsters to mark Year of Young People
Aberdeenshire’s biggest event for the Year of Young People is taking place next weekend. The free Mash Up Festival will take place at Haddo House and Country Park on Saturday, 29 September, open to all. 400 young people will be bussed in from every corner of Aberdeenshire to enjoy their very own cultural festival including…
Read MoreMore than a wing and a prayer at Museum of Flight
Wheels and wings will be the order of the day this Sunday at the National Museum of Flight. Exciting motocross and trials bike displays, large and miniature traction engines, over 150 classic and vintage vehicles and motorbikes, plus birds of prey displays are some of the highlights at The Wheels and Wings Show at the…
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