Posts Tagged ‘Hill’
The dog whisperer who saves canine lives
Abbie Withers has worked with dogs for 35 years, in film and TV, and now as a behavioural consultant, saving dogs which might otherwise be put to sleep How did you first get started working with dogs? I worked as a vet nurse in the UK and in South Africa and met another nurse who…
Read MoreOffers over £1.55 million for Scots Baronial mansion
Ormiston House is an exceptional Scots Baronial ‘B Listed’ house set in spectacular secluded grounds. Dating from 1851 and presented by Strutt & Parker, it was built for Archibald Wilkie, to a design by David Bryce, the well-known Scottish architect, whose works include a number of other large country houses, as well as the former…
Read MoreSeven bedrooms by the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond
A striking seven-bedroom property on the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond is now on the market. Presented by Savills, Gartochraggan dates back to around 1800, the property has been formed though extensions and refurbishments following the acquisition of neighbouring properties to create the superb family home that stands today. Constructed of white harled stone under…
Read MoreChildren tackled 18 challenges in 47 hours
Fifty primary school children have united in Perthshire to take part in the inaugural Glenalmond 1847 challenge, successfully tackling 18 activities in 47 hours. The wide-ranging activities the pupils were challenged with on the grounds at Glenalmond, ranged from kayak polo and making pots in a fire pit to building bug hotels and playing different…
Read MoreA coastal bungalow with views over a loch
A pretty detached traditional bungalow located in a wonderful coastal position with views over Loch Fyne is now for sale. 5 Letters Way, in Strachur, Argyll and Bute, is presented to the market by Robb Residential. It enjoys an excellent position from where there are spectacular and often dramatic, north-westerly seascape and landscape views, located…
Read MoreFrom the Isle of Skye to the Playboy Mansion
Danny MacAskill makes YouTube videos viewed by tens of millions of people around the world. His secret? Riding his bike with the same spirit of adventure he had as a child growing up on the Isle of Skye. I got my first bike when I was four years old. By the time I was five…
Read MoreAmputations left Jamie with a mountain to climb
Having his hands and feet amputated following a climbing accident hasn’t stopped Jamie Andrew from attempting to climb the Matterhorn. Have you always been a climber? I’ve been climbing since the age of 16. I first discovered my love for it on an outward bound course. I didn’t really expect to enjoy it, but it…
Read MoreThe Boathouse is a property that’s completely unique
A unique property perched above the water’s edge, and nestled in a tranquil location, is now for sale. Presented by Threave Rural, The Boathouse is located at the tranquil Loch Fern, a secluded 16-acre loch surrounded by sympathetically planted woodland gardens, in all about 21.74 acres in Dumfries and Galloway. The biodiversity of the woodland…
Read MoreFour new arrivals on the global spirits scene
Whisky, gin and rum are at the heart of Ian Macleod Distillers’ latest entries to the global travel retail market. Ian Macleod Distillers is putting a spotlight on its gin and whisky flavour expertise and craftsmanship at TFWA Cannes, with the launch of Edinburgh Gin Lemon & Jasmine full strength gin, Edinburgh Gin Raspberry full…
Read MoreA spacious home with views of the Clyde coast
A distinctive category ‘C’ listed period detached house is for sale, offering a coastal setting with uninterrupted views across the firth of Clyde. The home on Craigmore Road, Rothesay, on the Isle of Bute, is presented for sale by Robb Residential. Craigard is a handsome period house of hewn red sandstone construction under a slated…
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