Posts Tagged ‘Borders’
The happiest place to live in Scotland is Galashiels
Estate agency Rightmove has named Galashiels as Scotland’s happiest place to live. More than 22,000 people across Great Britain took part in Rightmove’s Happy at Home survey, which asks residents how happy they are where they live, as well as asking them to rank 12 happiness factors. The 12 factors range from how safe residents…
Read MoreFollow their train of thought in new documentary
The lives of Scots rail passengers feature in a new TV documentary. Part of BBC Scotland’s Modern Lives series, Brief Encounters captures a range of remarkably frank and entertaining conversations as rail passengers share their experiences of life and the views of the world they see out of the window. The conversations in Brief Encounters…
Read MoreScottish Rural Awards finalists are revealed
The Scottish Rural Awards are delighted to announce the finalists for 2020. The shortlist features rural businesses from across Scotland in 12 award categories. The winner and runner-up for each award will be unveiled at the Scottish Rural Awards ceremony and gala dinner hosted by comedian Jim Smith at the Glasgow Hilton on 2nd April…
Read MoreThe January 2020 edition of Scottish Field is out now
The December 2020 edition of Scottish Field is now available. In this packed 196 page issue, we celebrate the stunning scenery of our land, as we look at the natural beauty of Scotland. Editor Richard Bath said: ‘There is no better time of the year to be a photographer. As autumn gives way to winter,…
Read MoreModern home with a high standard of finish
A bright and spacious family home finished to a high standard throughout is now on the property market. Presented by Galbraith, Ravenshaw sits in an elevated situation with far reaching views over the surrounding countryside. The house is naturally bright and is ideally set up for family living with an open plan kitchen, dining and…
Read MoreReintroducing the golden eagle to the south
‘The whole air is a thoroughfare for the eagle.’ I thought of these words of Euripides as I sat on the rocky shore, fringed by ancient oak woods, and watched a pair of golden eagles dance in the sky high above. I had been studying one of them as it sat silhouetted and motionless on…
Read MoreA historical novel that’s so intense it feels real
Rosemary Goring’s powerful sequel to her critically acclaimed debut After Flodden is set in the tumultuous borderlands of Scotland and England. Dacre’s War is a story of personal and political vengeance at the heart of the power struggle. It has been a decade since the battle at Flodden and the unrest is rife in the…
Read MoreNext stop: St Andrews – why a rail link is needed
There is a compelling argument for restoring the rail link to this popular university town. Famous around the world as the home of golf, St Andrews boasts one of Britain’s best universities and features in Scotland’s top ten tourist destinations. It also has the unfortunate distinction of being the only university town in the country…
Read MoreScots eco charity’s festive idea to help the planet
This Christmas, the John Muir Trust is offering the public a chance to buy a special gift that will help combat climate change for decades to come. For £15, you can purchase a Plant a Tree gift which will cover the cost of planting and protecting a native tree for your loved one in one…
Read MoreBeautiful Bellsyde House can be yours for £1.1m+
Belsyde House and Farm is a stunning country property comprising an eight bedroom B-Listed house. Constructed in 1788, with an additional 1 bedroom annexe known as the West Wing, there are traditional stone outbuildings and a modern steading, agricultural land extending to approximately 73.37 acres (29.69 ha) and amenity woodland extending to 19.63 acres (7.94…
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