Posts Tagged ‘heritage’
Alliance to assess entanglement issue in Scotland
Scotland is to lead the way by creating Europe’s first ‘Entanglement Alliance’. The first of its kind in Europe, the Scottish Entanglement Alliance (SEA) brings together fishing industry representatives, researchers and conservation and welfare charities to assess the scale and impact of the problem of marine animal entanglements in Scottish waters. By engaging directly with…
Read MoreScottish and Japanese groups to stage an exhibition
A cross-continental art show is set to open at a Scottish library. The multi-award winning Dunfermline Carnegie Library and Galleries continues its run of varied exhibitions and events with the opening of ‘Paper from across the sea: Washi Umi o Koete’, a stunning collection of original hand-made fine art prints. Running from 8 September to…
Read MoreSolve the mystery on new Scottish treasure trail
If you fancy yourself as a part-time Sherlock Holmes, then there’s a new challenge awaiting in Aberdeenshire. Treasure trail maps are available in six north east towns containing clues which once they have all been completed, reveal a famous location. The maps are available in libraries at Banchory, Banff, Macduff, Oldmeldrum, Stonehaven and Westhill. The…
Read MoreCelebrating Romans in Scotland and the Antonine Wall
A celebration to mark the 10th anniversary of the inscription of an ancient Roman landmark in Scotland will take place next month. The Resdiscovering the Antonine Wall project organised the event to promote the site’s fascinating history and celebrate the ongoing involvement of the communities along the Wall. The community conference, which is being led…
Read MoreA campsite fit for a king as park gets five star honour
A campsite on the grounds of a fairytale Scottish castle has become Ayrshire’s first ever Five Star Touring Park, following a grading by VisitScotland. Culzean Castle Camping and Caravanning Club site, located on the South Ayrshire coast, received the award from the national tourism organisation’s Quality Assurance (QA) Scheme in recognition of its exceptional standards.…
Read MoreBridge between Scotland and England set for closures
A historic bridge linking Scotland with England is to close for up to 10 weeks. The series of closures of the iconic Union Chain Bridge will be taking place as further progress is made on the second round National Lottery bid. The closure, which will be intermittent, begins on Monday 10 September and runs from…
Read MoreThe Railway is on track to capture some history
In 2016, Hamish Napier was commissioned by Karen Blessington of the Grantown East: Highland Heritage and Cultural Centre, to compose and record a soundtrack encapsulating the essence of the once derelict Grantown East railway station and the people whose lives were dominated by its existence. Not an easy task, but a challenge Hamish has surely…
Read MoreApple amnesty offers cider in return for fruit
A Scottish cider maker is willing to swap ripe apples for cans of its product. Thistly Cross has announced its 2018 Apple Exchange, seeking to rediscover any overlooked, abandoned or neglected local apple trees. Looking for donations of ripe apples to hand-press into juice, which will then be matured into their famous cider, they’re offering…
Read MoreName of new Glasgow distillery is revealed
A new distillery on the banks of the River Clyde in Glasgow is to be named after the water’s Gaelic designation. Scotch Whisky specialist, Douglas Laing & Co has today announced that its new facility is to be named the Clutha Distillery. ‘Clutha’, meaning Clyde in Gaelic, reflects both the company’s heritage and the location of the new distillery which will sit on…
Read MoreGordon & MacPhail marking 50 years of choice range
A Scotch whisky distillery is marking the golden anniversary of its innovative Connoisseurs Choice range. To celebrate the 50th anniversary, family-owned whisky creator Gordon & MacPhail is enhancing the range with a series of single malts aged 30 years and above. George Urquhart, second-generation member of the Urquhart family that owns Gordon & MacPhail, first…
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