Gleneagles serves up an afternoon of glamour

Judy Murray, Pat Cash and Greg Rusedski will be the star turns as Gleneagles has announced the return of its Glorious Garden Party to toast the summer season . After the success of its launch in 2018, this year’s Glorious Garden Party on 1 June will be an exciting and decadent affair held on the…

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Blair Castle offers a truly Scottish experience

If you are looking for a truly Scottish experience in a unique venue, then Blair Castle is for you. Set in Highland Perthshire, six miles north of Pitlochry, the Castle sits in the centre of Atholl Estates which also offers various accommodation options. There are four rooms available for meetings and events varying in size.…

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Gamekeepers take a shot to help community

A group of Scots gamekeepers have come together to help save a community playgroup a four figure sum for the encouragement of outdoor learning. For some time, officials at Edzell Playgroup in Angus have been costing out a revamp of the gardens used by the kids for outdoor play. However, the quotes they received were…

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Grouse shooting could help with mountain hares

Driven grouse shooting may provide a net conservation benefit to Scotland’s mountain hare population. The analyses conducted by the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust and published in the European Journal of Wildlife Research concludes that: ‘it is likely that driven grouse shooting provides a net conservation benefit to Scotland’s mountain hare population.’ The study examined…

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A new face joins Scottish Land and Estates

Scottish Land & Estates has appointed a new adviser to its policy team to further enhance services to members and engagement with government and stakeholders. Marcelina Hamilton has this week joined the Musselburgh HQ to work on property and business issues such as housing, energy efficiency, rates and wayleaves. Following time spent in London working…

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A history of the estates in the Lochaber area

This study of Lochaber, Clanship to Capitalism, is conducted by Richard Sidgwick who has had a lifelong connection with land management in the area. The knowledge he has gleaned from this has undoubtedly aided him in creating this fascinating history of the Western Highlands, complete with previously unseen illustrations and maps. The limited edition is…

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Property firm promotes its staff as it expands

Leading property consultancy Galbraith has announced key promotions on its staff. Some are moving to Partner and Senior Associate, recognising the commitment and professionalism of its staff. The firm is at the same time completing its merger with Land Factor, expanding Galbraith’s presence and range of services in the North of England. Iain Russell, chairman…

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Keep your dog under control in lambing season

Dog walkers are being urged to keep their pets on a lead if they are near sheep in the coming weeks. Having respect for farming and crofting enterprises by acting responsibly with dogs this spring is a must. The Scottish Outdoor Access Code is very clear when it comes to the responsibilities that dog owners…

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Blair Castle reveal charity partner for this year

Riding for The Disabled Scotland chosen as official charity partner for Land Rover Blair Castle International Horse Trials. The team at Atholl Estates were delighted to announce the news. Running over four days (22–25 August), Land Rover Blair Castle International Horse Trials is Scotland’s leading equestrian event, attracting over 45,000 visitors every year. Riding for…

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Lifestyle buyers competing for rural properties

Property sales in Perthshire, Kinross-shire and Angus held strong at the end of last year, with lifestyle buyers driving competition for rural properties.  The news comes from property consultancy Galbraith, which has published its latest report into the Perthshire market, covering the fourth quarter of 2018, ending 31 December. The total number of property sales completed…

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