TV weather report was ship-shape thanks to Carol

BBC Breakfast’s weather forecaster Carol Kirkwood returned home north of the border for live reports this morning. Carol, originally from Morar in Inverness-shire, brought the nation their weather reports from the decks of the Royal Yacht Britannia in Leith. She was joined by former Royal Yachtsmen, or ‘Yotties’, to raise celebratory flags ahead of the…

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Hotel Du Vin – Edinburgh’s Bonnie French Bistro

SPONSORED CONTENT. Celebrating its tenth birthday this year, Edinburgh’s Hotel du Vin looks to ‘re-focus’ on its authentic French bistro experience. Tucked away in Edinburgh’s Old Town, Hotel du Vin & Bistro invites visitors and locals to escape the busy city in their relaxing boutique hotel. A historic establishment, Hotel du Vin Edinburgh occupies an…

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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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Incredible river views from a spectacular home

An imposing property with spectacular views over the River Tay is now available for purchase. Presented for sale by Galbraith, The Beaches was completed in 1998 and provides excellent space for modern day family living. There is a range of spacious reception rooms on the ground floor with the bedrooms arranged over the first and…

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First entries arrive for our great Argyll competition

Entries for our fantastic #myargyll competition are coming in thick and fast. Last week, we told how the Wyvex Media Group, publishers of Scottish Field, has joined forces with the Argyll and the Isles Tourism Cooperative (AITC) to launch #myargyll. This social media campaign is designed to showcase all that is glorious about Argyll. Using…

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Celebrate Argyll and win a prize money can’t buy

We all know that Scotland is the most beautiful country in the world – and Argyll is up there with the best. Wyvex Media Group, publishers of Scottish Field, has joined forces with the Argyll and the Isles Tourism Cooperative (AITC) to launch #myargyll. This social media campaign is designed to showcase all that is…

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A commanding period property with a listed walled garden

Bonkyl Lodge is an impressive period mansion house set in private grounds with range of dwellings and outbuildings. Built in 1878, Bonkyl Lodge is an impressive and commanding period house set in Preston, Duns, the heart of the Scottish Borders, and surrounded by private grounds including paddocks, grazing fields, stabling and an immaculate C Listed…

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A beautiful home by the bonnie, bonnie banks

A striking seven-bedroom property on the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond is now on the market. Presented by Savills, Gartochraggan dates back to around 1800, the property has been formed though extensions and refurbishments following the acquisition of neighbouring properties to create the superb family home that stands today. Constructed of white harled stone under…

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Lots to mill over with this conversion full of character

Catcune Mill is a characterful conversion which captures the eye. Presented by Knight Frank, this is a six bedroom house for sale in Fushiebridge, Midlothian. Providing spacious and flexible family accommodation over two floors, the house stands in its own private gardens and is surrounded by open countryside yet is within 12 miles of Edinburgh…

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Revive your mind, body and spirit with a yoga break

If you’re looking to relax, unwind and detox in the city, a Revive Day (or half day) in Edinburgh is the perfect treat. Hosted by Revive Yoga Breaks in a beautiful, luxurious house in Bruntsfield, a full-day retreat runs from 8am to 5pm and includes two yoga sessions with instructor Katy Wakefield, a nourishing, vegan…

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