Posts Tagged ‘heritage’
Best feet forward for new coastal walking path
A new 64-mile coastal path in the south of Scotland is to be created. The route, taking in the clifftop scenery of Scotland’s most southerly tip, will be built thanks to funding announced today by the National Lottery. The Rhins of Galloway Coast Path will be walking route from the Mull of Galloway to Loch…
Read MoreA festival of gin is now underway in Scotland
A festival of gin is currently underway in Edinburgh – and it’s bigger and better than ever. Nicholson’s Gin Fest has returned for its third year, which started on 16 July and this year is showcasing an extensive range of 40 rare, premium and limited-edition batch gins across the 77-strong estate. Celebrating Nicholson’s long-standing historical…
Read More15 fantastic facts about the Forth’s three bridges
The three bridges over the River Forth have inspired a Scots artist to create some new fun items – and collect 15 fascinating facts. It’s just under a year since the Queensferry Crossing, the third of the Forth bridges, was officially opened by the Queen. Artist Gillian Kyle was interested in viewing the three bridges…
Read MoreKeep your eyes on the skies for a flying boot
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No it’s… a giant flying Wellington boot! This month, the Original Wellington Boot, Hunter’s icon, is being celebrated in the form of a giant hot air balloon: the world’s first ever flying Wellington boot. The Original Flying Boot will tour the globe appearing at festivals, sporting events,…
Read MoreEnjoy the great outdoors with a host of fun events
There’s a chance to enjoy the great outdoors in the company of experts, starting this weekend. From wild nights out to urban safaris, Aberdeen City Council’s countryside rangers are giving the city’s stay-cationers and tourists the opportunity of a memorable summer holiday with a host of free offbeat events. This Saturday (21 July) the team…
Read MoreTaking the story of a famous whisky to the world
A new short film looking at the heritage of a famous Scotch whisky has been released. Diageo has released the film online, examining the heritage and making of Johnnie Walker, Scotch: From Scotland To The World takes viewers to the places where Johnnie Walker is made and introduces them to the talented people who make…
Read MoreWorking in the garden good for mental health
Britain’s gardeners value time spent outdoors more highly for their mental wellbeing than as a source of exercise. That’s according to research conducted by Quilter Cheviot Investment Management, headline sponsors of BBC Countryfile Live. Nearly nine out of ten (88%) respondents agreed that gardens provide a good space for mental wellbeing. This was more important…
Read MoreCoveted prize for two Dundee heritage sites
Dundee’s Verdant Works and Discovery Point – two of Scotland’s favourite visitor attractions – have won the coveted Sandford Award. Independently judged, the Sandford Award is a stamp of approval for education at a heritage site. It recognises the hands-on learning, workshops and facilities at Verdant Works and RRS Discovery, which both make social history…
Read MoreJaguars will be prowling all over castle’s lawns
Car lovers from all over Scotland are expected to attend one of the region’s biggest car shows held at the National Trust for Scotland’s Drum Castle. On Sunday 29 July, Drum Castle will play host to a huge selection of some of the finest Jaguar vehicles owned in Britain – both old and new. Now…
Read MoreBe game for a laugh this summer at new exhibition
A celebration of fun and games is coming to Scotland next week, as part of a national touring exhibition. New Lanark World Heritage Site is hosting the V&A Museum of Childhood’s touring exhibition Game Plan: Board Games Rediscovered, in a week’s time, in their newly-developed Mill Gallery this summer from 20 July – 4 November.…
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