Space and comfort in a beautiful listed property

A C-listed property from the mid-19th century offering perfect home comforts is now for sale. The Old West Manse, located in Dollar, Clackmannanshire, affords spacious family living in a delightful period setting, and is presented for sale by Rettie. Situated off Henderson Place, behind traditional stone walls, the statuesque façade of the house is set…

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Georgian Gothic home offers holiday income potential

A B listed Georgian Gothic-style property, set in mature grounds, is now available for purchase. Kinlochlaich House, in Appin, Argyll and Bute, is presented for sale by Bell Ingram. Kinlochlaich House is a B listed Georgian Gothic style house dating from about 1800, but with some parts of the house having much earlier origins. The…

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A free introduction to chamber music

A concert with acclaimed pianist Jocelyn Freeman is coming to the Scottish Borders. This free event, in conjunction with Live Music Now Scotland, gives members of the public the opportunity to experience exceptional chamber music in the beautiful surrounds of the Picture Gallery at Paxton House, in Berwick-upon-Tweed. These taster sessions are designed to be…

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New chief appointed for £6million global Scottish plan

The project director for a bold new £6 millionglobal marketing strategy for Scotland has been appointed. Cat Leaver takes on the role of project director for Brand Scotland from 3 July and will oversee international activity across VisitScotland, Scottish Development International and the Scottish Government. This includes overseeing the new global campaign Scotland is Now,…

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New regional posts for business pair Trevor and Simon

Two rural business owners have been newly elected by Scottish Land & Estates to serve as regional chairmen for the organisation. Trevor Jackson and Simon Houison Craufurd are to take up the chairmanship of the South East and South West regions respectively. Trevor is owner and operator of Charlesfield Farm at St Boswells near Melrose.…

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A beautiful villa packed with period features

A beautifully presented, spacious five bedroom period villa set over three levels is now on the market. Offered for sale through Miller Hendry, Willoughby House in Crieff is set in a desirable area and with wonderful gardens and far-reaching views over Perthshire, and is a most stunning family home. This magnificent detached villa has accommodation…

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A charming home with classic charm and chic interiors

Nether Littlefold is an idyllic home set in a picturesque garden with splendid views over the undulating Strathearn Valley. Located in Madderty, Crieff, the property is presented to the market by Rettie. The main entrance is charming and has been thoughtfully framed by climbing plants and neat borders featuring colourful shrubs and perennials. An arched…

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Get ready for a fantastic month in your garden

May is a fabulous month in the garden. Trees and shrubs burst into leaf and flower, cottage garden plants fill borders with their exuberant growth and containers bloom with vibrant summer colours ready for longer days enjoyed outdoors. Here, Louise Golden, senior plant buyer at Dobbies Garden Centre, gives her top tips to make the…

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Enjoy some classical music for free this weekend

A free concert is being held in the Scottish Borders this weekend. Music at Paxton… Plus is a free event being held at Paxton House on Sunday, 6 May, at 2.30pm. Once again, in conjunction with Live Music Now Scotland and Paxton House, the extremely successful free one-hour taster concerts Music at Paxton… Plus return…

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Distilling in the Borders after nearly 200 years

Distilling has returned to the Scottish Borders after an absence of nearly 200 years. It was at 10.11am on 6 March 2018 this year new-make spirit started to flow from the copper pot stills at the Borders Distillery in Hawick, a pivotal moment not only for the four founders of the Three Stills Company (TTSC),…

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