Posts Tagged ‘estates’
New vice-chairman appointed to Land and Estates
Scottish Land and Estates has appointed a new vice chairman to develop its public affairs and policy capabilities. Mark Tennant, proprietor of Innes Estate near Elgin, has taken up the newly created position of Vice Chairman (Policy) at the rural business organisation. Part of his role will be to chair Scottish Land and Estates’ internal…
Read MoreScottish Field presents its top Cars of the Year
Neil Lyndon reveals his top 10 cars from a range of classes, naming the Volvo XC40 his 2017 Car of the Year ‘without a shadow of a doubt’. The Isuzu D-Max Pick-up Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks Double Cab Rough, tough utility meets pimp-my-ride ostentation. Go anywhere off-road capability meets hardcore Miami cruising. Muscles abound: flared…
Read MoreScottish wood aims to spearhead the future of foresting
Elderslie Estates has won a prestigious Scotland’s Finest Woods Award. And now it is wholly committed to being in the ‘vanguard of innovation’ to realise the tremendous potential of forestry in the future. The estate, near Houston, Renfrewshire, has been named joint winner in the Quality Timber Category of the awards and receives the John…
Read MoreThis beautiful country house has incredible views
A wonderful country home with views of Ben Lomond and beyond, and an additional two bedroom cottage, is now for sale. Presented by Savills, Craighat is a wonderful country home which is thought to date from around 1875 and has been in the present family’s ownership for over 50 years. Traditionally late Victorian in design,…
Read MoreSix bedroom listed Ayrshire mansion is now on the market
A six bedroom B-listed Georgian mansion with a wealth of period features is now for sale. Glendoune House, in Girvan, South Ayrshire, is presented to the market by Galbraith. Built in 1800 for Spencer Boyd of Penkill, in 1845 Boyd sold Glendoune to the Rt Hon T F Kennedy of Dunure who sold it shortly…
Read MoreAttractive home and three cottages now available
A property that was once the home of the head forester for the Eskdale estates of the Duke of Buccleuch is now for sale. Galbraith present to the market Byreburnfoot House and Cottages, in Dumfries and Galloway. Byreburnfoot House is situated on the east bank of the Border Esk, one mile north of Canonbie. The…
Read MoreA modern home offering space and comfort
A bespoke and substantial modern home is being presented for sale. Bell Ingram offer Montrose House, near Inverary, which was completed in 2007. There are high quality fixtures and fittings throughout the property. The layout has been carefully planned and considered. The property is of timber frame construction with a slated roof accommodating solar panels.…
Read MoreJohnstons of Elgin launch book on Scottish estate tweeds
Luxury Scottish cashmere manufacturer Johnstons of Elgin have launched the third edition of their book, Scottish Estate Tweeds. Authored by Ian Urquhart, director and chairman of Johnstons, the 161-page book contains images of 217 tweeds, alongside a history of tweeds from the 1840s to the present day. A glamorous launch event took place on 29…
Read MoreScottish moor is praised by international team
International conservationists have lauded a Scottish grouse moor for its land management which has led to 98 different bird species being found on the estate. Glenogil Estate, positioned between Glen Clova and Glen Lethnot in the famed Angus Glens, has been visited for the past three years by German scientists examining biodiversity in Scotland. Led…
Read MoreThousands enjoyed a fantastic spectacle in tartan
Over 4000 visitors headed to Blair Castle in Pitlochry for the Atholl Gathering weekend. A key date in the diary for locals and visitors alike, attendees were able to see The Atholl Highlanders’ Parade on Saturday, before enjoying the festivities at the Highland Games on Sunday. Europe’s last remaining private army, the Atholl Highlanders gathered…
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