Posts Tagged ‘hills’
Delightful details are perfect for luxury seclusion
With beautiful timber features throughout, Pitlowie Cottage’s location in the heart of ‘Big Tree Country’ could not be more apt. Presented for sale by Bell Ingram, this truly unique property enjoys a secluded setting near Pitroddie at the foot of the Sidlaw Hills midway between Perth and Dundee. Comprising four public areas, five bedrooms (two…
Read MoreGleneagles serves up an afternoon of glamour
Judy Murray, Pat Cash and Greg Rusedski will be the star turns as Gleneagles has announced the return of its Glorious Garden Party to toast the summer season . After the success of its launch in 2018, this year’s Glorious Garden Party on 1 June will be an exciting and decadent affair held on the…
Read MoreB-listed Baronial mansion set in a quiet location
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 MoreTrail guides and maps of Aberdeen launched
A series of seven trail guides of Aberdeen and two maps of popular hills have been launched to help locals and visitors discover historical and natural gems around the city. The family-friendly guides and maps, produced by Aberdeen City Council, are designed to encourage people to walk around our beautiful and historic city by the…
Read MoreWhy Rory Bremner has made a big impression
As befits someone who pretends to be other people for a living, Rory Bremner is conflicted about his identity. ‘I am not feeling very Scottish today,’ he declaims, brows arched. It turns out this is part of the problem. ‘I have just had my eyebrows threaded in preparation for a Noel Coward play, which opens…
Read MoreScottish Opera has an incredible year ahead
Scottish Opera has unveiled its 2019/20 season which includes a European premiere at the Edinburgh International Festival, three further new productions, one revival, six titles in the Opera in Concert series, and the world premiere of a new ‘opera for toddlers’ at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. A truly international line-up of singers appears throughout the…
Read MoreLast chance to snap up remaining two homes
Just two homes remain for sale at a popular new Edinburgh housing development. With fine views northwards to Craigmillar Castle, Arthur’s Seat, Edinburgh city centre and Braid Hills, it’s no wonder the new Manor Wood development from Cruden Homes has almost sold out, in a charming and secluded setting. Situated in an elevated position off…
Read MoreFunnyman Fred MacAulay on his love of laughter
Fred MacAulay has been keeping us entertained for well over 20 years, as a comedian, radio presenter and chat show host. Originally from Perth, he began as an accountant before moving into stand-up, and for 18 years, until March 2015, he presented a daily BBC Scotland radio programme MacAulay and Co. He also co-hosted McCoist…
Read MoreA period property that is full of distinction
A charming Georgian house in a conservation village is now on the market. Presented to the market by Savills, Oak Lodge in Inveresk Village, Musselburgh, is a charming B Listed family home of considerable character. On an elevated site, the house has a delightful south-westerly aspect over its walled garden, to the Pentland hills in…
Read MoreBeronia: where wine is made to go with food
Scottish Field wine columnist Peter Ranscombe visits Rioja’s Beronia winery to taste wines created for a local gastronomic society or ‘txoko’. SWAYING to the music on a makeshift lino-clad dance floor in a San Sabastian piano bar at 2am, it’s impossible not to be immersed in the camaraderie of the Basque country. One friend plays…
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