Posts Tagged ‘Borders’
Nine hotels in Scotland for country pursuits
There is a time for relaxation and a time for exertion. And while on holiday in Scotland, there is no finer location for taking part in the many country pursuits that take you out and give you the chance to explore the vibrant and majestic beauty of Scotland’s varied coast and countryside. Here are nine…
Read MoreNew series of women in agriculture events announced
A series of programmes to advise and inspire women working within the Scottish agricultural sector are taking palce this summer. The topics being delivered at each meeting are a direct result of the requests from the initial meetings, first held in March. The Farm Advisory Service (FAS) programme, delivered by specialists from SAC Consulting, part…
Read MoreWork begins to restore a hidden Scottish landmark
The £128,894 restoration of one of the Borders’ most fascinating landmarks is underway. Work on the Monteath Douglas Mausoleum, near Ancrum, is being done thanks to the efforts of a group of local volunteers and a six figure funding package. Grants from the Fallago Environment Fund (£59,444), WREN’s FCC Scottish Action Fund (£59,450) and BCCF…
Read MoreIdeal family living with fantastic lochside views
A traditional country farmhouse with outbuildings, over 11 acres and has exceptional views over a loch is now for sale. Presented for sale by Bell Ingram, Orwell Farmhouse lies between the villages of Milnathort and Wester Balgedie in Perthshire, one of the most attractive areas of Scotland, making it ideal for family living. Orwell Farmhouse is…
Read MoreHow Richard Telford came back from the brink
54 year old Scottish showing producer Richard Telford has amassed an enviable career in both the show-ring and on the eventing circuit. Richard’s successes include winning championship titles across the country at the Royal Highland Show, Horse of the Year Show, Olympia, Royal Windsor Horse Show and the Royal International Horse Show. In October 2008…
Read MoreTribute to Scottish Formula One hero is expanded
A tribute to Scottish motor racing hero Jim Clark is getting a £1.6million revamp this summer. Works to redevelop and expand the Jim Clark Room in Duns will get underway, with Hawick firm James Swinton & Co Ltd winning the contract for the works. The £1.6m project is being taken forward by Scottish Borders Council…
Read MoreBeautiful new home on the site of an old mill
A modern home built from the stone of a former mill is now for sale. Presented for sale by Galbraith, the Old Mill at Deskford is a very impressive home sitting in a charming and easily accessible rural setting to the south of the popular village of Cullen, a historic coastal town located between the…
Read MoreThis is an attractive B listed home in the north
A handsome, B listed 17th century house close to Nairn on the Moray Coast is now for sale. Galbraith is currently marketing Meikle Kildrummie. The house, which is in the style of a traditional Scottish estate house of importance, has an elegant façade and crow stepped gables. The current owners, who bought the house in…
Read MoreThis converted farmhouse is an ideal family home
A farmhouse which has been beautifully extended and offering magnificent views is now available. Presented for sale by Galbraith, Carpow Farmhouse is a delightful country property enjoying impressive views over the surrounding countryside, down to the River Tay and north to the Sidlaw hills. The original cottage, of stone construction under a slated roof has…
Read MoreAttractive home and three cottages now available
A property that was once the home of the head forester for the Eskdale estates of the Duke of Buccleuch is now for sale. Galbraith present to the market Byreburnfoot House and Cottages, in Dumfries and Galloway. Byreburnfoot House is situated on the east bank of the Border Esk, one mile north of Canonbie. The…
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