Posts Tagged ‘Easter’
Enjoy a wee dram with a special Easter twist
Easter’s just a few days away, and with the bank holiday, it’s the perfect time to sit back and enjoy a wee drink. Tullibardine single malt has created an Easter cocktail in partnership with The Devil’s Advocate whisky bar in Edinburgh. Enjoy!
Read MoreScottish vets warn against sharing your Easter eggs
Scottish pet owners are being reminded to do their four-legged friends a favour this Easter. Vets are urging pet owners to keep chocolate treats safely out of reach of inquisitive pets this Easter, as findings released by the British Veterinary Association (BVA) reveal that half of (52%) companion animal vets in the country saw at…
Read MorePlenty going on this Easter in Almond Valley
Who says egg hunts are just for humans? Lambs at Almond Valley, in West Lothian, are getting stuck in looking for their own eggs to kick off the Easter Eggcitement celebrations. With spring in the air and new life on the farm, there really isn’t a better time to visit Almond Valley than at Easter.…
Read MoreGet creative with the little ones during the holidays
Parents looking for something to do with their children during the Easter holidays can have fun and enjoy an educational experience too. A host of activities have been lined up by the National Galleries of Scotland, with brand new family activities to celebrate. Come rain or shine, keep little ones engaged and entertained with even more fun…
Read MoreThere’s plenty of things to see with HES in 2018
Historic Environment Scotland is inviting visitors to experience its outstanding properties in the 2018 season. Kildrummy Castle, Tolquhon Castle and Corgarff Castle in Aberdeenshire are just a few of the historic sites across Scotland preparing to open their doors for the summer season. From 26 March, over 40 castles, cairns and brochs across the country…
Read MoreRoyal Yacht Britannia has a cuddly offer
Most of us enjoy the idea of boarding a ship during the Easter break. We may not all be able to afford a cruise around the Mediterranean or the Caribbean this Easter, but a visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia is more within the budget. And to make it even more affordable, the yacht is…
Read MoreLearn and play with activities at New Lanark
Families planning a day out over the Easter weekend can have a fun and educational time in New Lanark. From Friday, 30 March to Monday, 2 April, the Easter Bunny will be bouncing around this amazing UNESCO World Heritage Site. There will be fun activities for the whole family to enjoy, from Easter crafts and…
Read MoreFormer farm site with potential for 45 homes is now on the market
A former farm site in Midlothian is now available to buy as a proposed area for building houses. Presented by Scarlett Land and Development, this site in Wester Cowden is located on the north-eastern edge of Dalkeith, and the area is approximately 1.55 ha (3.84 acres), excluding the farmhouse. Planning permission in principle has already…
Read MoreTranquility in a traditional Scots cottage with impressive views
House-hunters on the lookout for a traditional, rural cottage in a picturesque setting will find what they’re looking for with Easter Achnahanat. Located in a tranquil Sutherland village, just next to Culrain, Easter Achnahanat is a time-honoured croft house that has been carefully extended and renovated over the years in a way that has respected…
Read MoreScotland’s answer to Route 66 is one of the best value for money tourism experiences on Earth
Scotland’s answer to America’s Route 66 has been named one of the best value for money tourism experiences on the planet. The North Coast 500 came top in the road trip section of Sunday Times Travel magazine’s VFM Awards 2018. The poll celebrates destinations and visitor attractions delivering the best value for money anywhere in…
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