Scotland gives bees a helping hand

PROJECTS throughout Scotland are helping bees and other pollinators, according to a new report. The “Pollinator Strategy 2022 Progress Report” by NatureScot, the Scottish Government agency known previously as Scottish Natural Heritage, highlighted the work of organisations to create wildflower meadows, connect habitats, and gather evidence on how climate change is affecting pollinators. Projects highlighted…

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Take flight with April’s issue of Scottish Field…

DON’T miss the latest issue of Scottish Field magazine, which is on sale now, both in shops and online. Our April issue includes a focus on one of Scotland’s most spectacular species – the black grouse. A far less common sight than its famous and more placid red cousin, the feisty and fabulous black grouse…

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Wine to Dine – January 2023 – The Batch Lady

Wine columnist James Robertson picks bottles to pair with The Batch Lady’s recipes. TAKE a look at The Batch Lady’s recipes in the January issue of Scottish Field magazine and then enjoy the full version of the Wine to Dine column… Louis Jadot Cote d’Or Pinot Noir 2019, Wine Direct (£19.95) Classic Burgundian Pinot Noir…

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‘End is nigh’ again for capercaillie, warn experts

THE capercaillie could become extinct in Scotland for a second time unless its predators are controlled, according to conservationists. This year’s brood survey by the Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) found only 300 to 400 birds now live in Scotland, with 90% confined to part of Strathspey. That number has fallen from around 2,200…

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Burrell Collection gets ready to reopen

It’s been one of the most talked about cities of the year, now Glasgow is back on the map again for 2022 as it celebrates the reopening of the world-renowned Burrell Collection. Open again to the public in March 2022, The Burrell Collection is home to one of the world’s greatest, single personal collections, with…

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Win the ultimate staycation with Naked Malt

Naked Malt, formally Naked Grouse, has announced that its global Live Naked Experience competition is officially open for entries. It is offering one lucky winner the chance of being whisked away with three friends to enjoy a staycation of a lifetime in their home country. The competition invites experience seekers from around the world to…

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A change of distributor for The Glenrothes whisky

Edrington, the international ultra-premium spirits company, has today announced that Edrington UK will represent The Glenrothes single malt Scotch whisky in the UK market from 1 February 2022. Edrington UK will assume sales, marketing and distribution of the Speyside single malt following a handover process from current distributor, Berry Bros & Rudd. Aristotelis Baroutsis, MD…

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There’s a good reason to go wild about this stunning art

It has been a while since I opened a book showcasing such great works of wildlife art accompanied by humorous but informative writing. I would, however, expect nothing less from one of Britain’s leading sporting and wildlife artists. This latest book is a collection of McPhail’s most accomplished works from the last two decades, all…

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An area packed with natural capital for sale

A stunning area of Inverness-shire land rich in natural capital has come to the market. Saddle Hill, a 1200-acre (486ha) property comprising open heather moorland and Caledonian pine trees will appeal to investors trying to fulfill environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) responsibilities. Jon Lambert, partner at Goldcrest Land & Forestry Group said: ‘Much of…

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Naked Grouse whisky rebranded as Naked Malt

Macallan-owner Edrington is re-presenting its Naked Grouse whisky brand with a new identity. Embracing its independent spirit and honouring the liquid by placing a first-fill sherry cask centre stage on the bottle, the brand will also evolve to Naked Malt to reinforce its quality credentials and reflect the blend of some of Scotland’s finest single…

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