Posts Tagged ‘Borders’
Conquering covid-19: these Scottish bottle shops still deliver
In a special article that he’ll update, Peter Ranscombe reports on which independent Scottish wine merchants can still deliver despite the coronavirus outbreak. LIFE in Scotland changed dramatically last week, with thousands of people told to isolate themselves and millions more instructed to keep their distance from everyone else in order to save lives and…
Read MoreSuccessful night for game and wildlife winners
Two game and wildlife trainees and a school pupil have won at prestigious awards. They took the honours at Lantra Scotland’s ALBAS (Awards for Land-based and Aquaculture Skills), which took place at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Dunblane Hydro. Charlie Blance, aged 20 from Methven, Perthshire, won the Overall Winner Award, the highest accolade of…
Read MoreA Scots vodka with a smooth finish
Puffing Billy Steam Vodka is a small batch spirit with a big difference. Hailing from the Borders Distillery – makers of Kerr’s Borders Gin and Lower East Side whisky – Puffing Billy Steam Vodka is unfiltered malted barley vodka, bottled at 40% ABV, and named after the Carterhead still which plays a key role in…
Read MoreSpring has sprung at the Printing Press Bar & Kitchen
At Scottish Field HQ, we’re all ready for spring. Daffodils are turning their golden faces to the office window, splashes of colour are being reintroduced to people’s wardrobe and there’s a sense in the air that life is about to receive an almighty injection of springtime energy. Easily one of the best things about the…
Read MoreCelebrating Scotland’s national tourism stars
The spotlight shone on the individuals and businesses working across Scotland’s tourism industry at the national final of the Scottish Thistle Awards. Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2018, Paisley Halloween Festival and Aberdeen International Airport were among those honoured with the highest accolade in the Scottish hospitality and tourism sector. The National Final of the Scottish Thistle…
Read MoreWinners of Lantra Scotland’s ALBAS announced
The achievements of the country’s top land-based and aquaculture trainees were celebrated at Lantra Scotland’s 18th and biggest ever learner of the year awards, the ALBAS (Awards for Land-based and Aquaculture Skills). Around 240 guests, including finalists and their families, event supporters, employers, training providers and industry leaders, gathered at the event in the DoubleTree…
Read MoreBeer Without Beards members create their own drink
To celebrate International Women Day, the members of the ‘women who beer group’ Beers Without Beards have brewed their own beverage. The beer will be launched on 8 March at the Portobello Tap alongside a Women In Beer tap list – and all are welcome. The group teamed up with brewery Cross Borders, to brew…
Read MoreMore than two tons of rubbish pulled from Borders rivers
The second Great Borders River Clean at the weekend was a huge success despite the weather and high river levels. More than 450 volunteers collected more than two tons of rubbish. This was a remarkable amount considering that most of the heavy items like car tyres and scrap metal are still under several feet of…
Read MoreCourses for race horse lovers are revealed
Equine students at Scotland’s Rural College will be able to specialise in race horse care as part of their course thanks to the creation of a new Scottish Racing Academy. Scottish Racing, the body which promotes the sport in Scotland, has created the sister organisation to provide courses for students who want to develop their…
Read MoreA former coachhouse given a stunning makeover
A former coachhouse offering characterful accommodation and wonderful countryside views has been brought to the property market. Presented by Galbraith, Dundonachie Coach House in Dunkeld, Perthshire, is a traditionally building which in recent years has been transformed into an attractive rural property. The property offers the perfect combination of traditional and modern-day living. On the…
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