Posts Tagged ‘highland’
Behind the headlines in the Scottish highlands
He was the Highland correspondent for The Herald for 30 years, and in this book David Ross reflects on the most significant stories he found himself caught up in during that time. It’s clear that his late father-in-law Sorley Maclean, was a great inspiration to him and provided him with a lot of guidance in…
Read MoreMeet the man who’s on the hunt for Nessie
Every morning Steve Feltham wakes up and stares out over Loch Ness, watching and waiting for ripples from the deep. His remarkable quest began 25 years ago, when he quit the rat race and moved to the Highlands in search of the Loch Ness monster. He always has one eye on the water as the…
Read MoreGlenmorangie unveils its first whisky from wild yeast
The first whisky created from yeast growing wild on Glenmorangie’s own barley, marks the tenth anniversary of the Highland distillery’s pioneering Private Edition series. For a decade, Glenmorangie has invited whisky aficionados to explore its passion for innovation through this acclaimed series of rare and intriguing limited-edition single malts. Now, in the collection’s rich, fruity…
Read MoreNOTEBOOK – JANUARY 2019 – BURNS’ NIGHT SPECIAL
With The Bard’s birthday just around the corner, Peter Ranscombe raids his notebook to recommend some very special whiskies from recent tastings. WHISPER it, but you don’t need haggis to enjoy Burns’ night. Raising a dram in memory of Rabbie Burns, Scotland’s national bard, is an equally-fitting tribute to the poet who gave us the…
Read MoreTen places Clan MacLeod of Raasay members should visit
Scotland is full of incredible heartlands that people all over the world should visit. Here, we present 10 places that all members of Clan MacLeod of Raasay should try to visit at some point in their lifetime. 1. Eilean Donan The Macraes of Eilean Donan supported the Jacobite rebellion of 1715 and suffered great losses…
Read MoreScots distillery is given a business helping hand
A Scottish distillery is reaping the rewards after being given a business boost. Highland Boundary, a craft distillery based in Alyth, near Blairgowrie. Co-founders Marian Bruce and Simon Montador identified a gap in the market for Scandinavian-inspired spirits with the botanicals sourced from local woodlands. Although they had significant experience in scientific research and business,…
Read MoreBeautiful modern homes built from reclaimed stone
West Freuchies and the Mill House are stunning properties that have to be viewed. Bell Ingram presents to the market West Freuchies, in Blairgowrie, a substantial property which was constructed around 1995 using the stone reclaimed from the original steading which stood there. It has a pitched slate roof. Adjoining the main house, but independently accessed,…
Read MoreBig change with team on site at Balloch Park
A Scots residential and holiday development has welcomed its own live-in management couple. Balloch Park, situated on the Mains of Taymouth Country Estate & Golf Course at Kenmore, is delighted to welcome Brian and Janet Munro, who have relocated from Leeds to enjoy a better quality of life in Highland Perthshire. With family in the…
Read MoreNew Scots gin is in the shops from today
A supermarket is launching a new exclusive product across all Scottish stores for Hogmanay, a Kinrara Oak Spiced Gin. The perfect winter warming tipple, the new Kinrara Oak Spiced Gin is flavoured with tonka beans, cinnamon, all spice, nutmag and vanilla. Brand new to supermarket shelves, and only available in Lidl, this gin is priced…
Read MoreScots building ties with Westminster in competition
The highly successful restoration of the historic Grade A listed Inverness Town House has been commended in the UK Natural Stone Awards, 2018. The project won joint first place with the Palace of Westminster in the Repair and Restoration category which was sponsored by Historic England. The winning project involved a two-phase restoration which was…
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