Posts Tagged ‘hunting’
Scotland’s secret past is slowly revealing itself
This summer’s heatwave has helped reveal Scotland’s past through some incredible crop marks. Crop marks showing ancient settlements and Roman fortifications, which are otherwise hidden under the plough soil, are being documented by Historic Environment Scotland. Newly discovered sites revealed by HES’ aerial survey team during the recent warm weather include Iron Age souterrains in…
Read MoreBook review – Woodland Gardening
Kenneth Cox’s latest tome Woodland Gardening is a significant Scottish horticultural publication which brings the art of woodland gardening to life. As well as being a third generation nurseryman, Cox is the managing director of Glendoick garden centre in Perth, which specialises in rhododendrons, azaleas and ericaceous plants. A vastly experienced plant-hunter and hybridiser, Cox is…
Read MoreCalling the shots as Calibre film is released
Matt Farnham reviews Calibre, released as part of the Edinburgh International Film Festival. When expectant father Vaughn joins old school best friend Marcus on a hunting trip in the Highlands things, go from bad to worse quickly. After a fun first night the duo head out to the woods where a tragic accident leads to…
Read MoreHelping horses is the perfect job for happy Helene
Helene Mauchlen has her dream job as the British Horse Society’s manager for Scotland. ‘It brings together my liking of people and stories with my lifelong commitment to helping horses,’ she admits. Helene’s enthusiasm and tenacity have certainly paid off: since she took up the BHS Scotland reins 19 years ago, its membership and influence…
Read MoreThree new designs in shooting coat collection
Countrywear specialist Schöffel Country has unveiled three new additions to its shooting coat collection. Inspired by the technology behind Schöffel skiwear, Schöffel Country unveiled the first incarnation of their Ptarmigan shooting coat 25 years ago, a classic which has also stood the test of time. To mark the coat’s silver anniversary, the brand is now…
Read MoreAlternatives to Chablis
PETER RANSCOMBE CHABLIS will always hold a special place in my heart. As a red drinker, it was the white that opened the door for me to a whole world of elegant and exciting wines, eventually leading to delights such as riesling and gruner veltliner. That’s why last year’s news sent a shiver down my spine…
Read MoreBurns Night jewellery from Jorie
Celebrate Burns Night in style with a piece from Jorie Jewellery and The Culachy Collection. Created using ethically sourced deer tusks straight from Jorie’s estate in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, the range includes a necklace, choker and bracelet. Deer tusk jewellery was commonly crafted in Victorian times, with prince Albert frequently commissioning pieces for…
Read MoreAdieu, mon ami…
A very sad start to the week when I found our stable stalwart Timmy in severe discomfort with colic early on Monday morning, the vet was here quickly but it soon became apparent that the kindest solution was to put him to sleep.  Timmy gave Clare one of the best days of her life hunting here only last…
Read MoreMarch 8th – the brave man!
Cold & windy, snow in the air; some horses hacking today but Seeking Power, Four Fiddlers and Forcefield worked on Lucinda’s woodchip, Papamoa & Noir et Vert on our all-weather and Playing Footsie, “Alf” and Minimo on the grass. Daasij had a pipe-opener ahead of his run in the 3.20 at Catterick tomorrow, ground is…
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