Posts Tagged ‘Cairngorms’
A mini-estate with parkland, fields and woodland
There’s a rare opportunity to purchase an iconic property on Royal Deeside with commanding countryside views. Dess House near Aboyne, Aberdeenshire, is a very fine country house with its own parkland, wooded grounds and policies extending to some 30 acres. Dess House has not been available on the open market for some 25 years. Presented…
Read MoreA beautiful country house with prime fishing spot
A grand country house on the riverbank with a prime stretch of fishing is now on the market. Presented by Stutt and Parker, Waterstone House and Fishings, in Banchory, Aberdeenshire, is for sale as a whole, or in two lots. Lot one is Waterstone House, and is for sale for offers over £1,100,000. This is…
Read MoreNature-depleted Scotland needs new era of rewilding
A sticking plaster approach to conservation is failing Scotland’s wildlife – and species such as red squirrel, wild cat and capercaillie are declining or on the edge of extinction. The only thing that can help save them all is a new era of massive rewilding is needed, according to a landmark new book from Trees…
Read More15 good Gaelic facts you probably never knew
Scottish Natural Heritage is marking this week’s Royal National Mòd with a celebration of the links between the Gaelic language, heritage and nature. SNH is involved in an extensive programme of projects to promote the use of Gaelic, boost interest in the language and secure its future as a unique and important part of life…
Read MoreThis attractive 1920s home offers so much potential
Tigh na H’Ath – a handsome Edwardian house in the Cairngorm National Park with a difference – has recently brought to the market. Presented by Galbraith, on the southern boundary of the property are the outer walls of beautifully crafted limekilns, above which lie the gardens of the house. Built in the 1920s the house…
Read MoreLots of character from reclaimed steading stone
West Freuchies is a substantial rural country house and independent Mill House, located near Blairgowrie in Perthshire. Presented by Bell Ingram, this is a substantial property which was constructed around 1995 using the stone reclaimed from the original steading which stood there. It has a pitched slate roof. Adjoining the main house, but independently accessed,…
Read MoreMaking the great outdoors more accessible
Many outdoor adventure enthusiasts enjoy heading to Aviemore to challenge themselves on Scottish hills. Those who’ve forgotten those last-minute essentials, or are keen to take up exploring, will find it much easier after the Tiso Group officially opened its outdoor experience store in the highland town, within the Cairngorms National Park. Located within the new…
Read MoreVehicle tracks are ruining Scotland’s beautiful sights
A coalition of nine leading Scottish environmental organisations is calling for stronger laws to protect the country’s most iconic landscapes from damaging vehicle tracks. Scottish Environment LINK Hilltracks sub-group has published its Changing Tracks report – following three years of gathering evidence into whether planning legislation is effectively managing the development of the highly-visible tracks.…
Read MoreNew attraction celebrates highland heritage
The name of the new heritage centre in Braemar has been revealed as The Duke of Rothesay Highland Games Pavilion. The construction of the first purpose-built centre of its kind has been supported by HRH The Prince Charles, Duke of Rothesay, who has driven the project through his newly-established charity The Prince’s Foundation. The centre…
Read MoreScottish rowing star says success started at school
Heather Stanning is the world’s number one female rower and a double Olympic champion. She tells Scottish Field about her life at Gordonstoun School, training to be a firefighter and the secrets behind her sporting success. Memories of my childhood all seem to be about being outdoors and active. I am the youngest of three,…
Read More