Posts Tagged ‘leith’
Ban on shock collars in Scotland is a win for animal welfare
Scotland’s decision to ban the use of electric shock collars and other electronic training devices has been welcomed by the British Veterinary Association (BVA). BVA has worked alongside campaigners to ban these aversive training methods across the UK, with Wales banning them in 2010.The Scottish Government had initially planned to regulate the use of shock…
Read MoreA famous name in Scotch whisky makes a return to the shelves
A Scottish distiller is returning to the whisky market after a gap of around 40 years. John Crabbie and Co is launching two new expressions, the Crabbie 30 Year Old and Crabbie 8 Year Old, which are the first to have been releasted under its name since the 1970s. In recent years, Crabbie’s has become…
Read MoreBeautiful finish and stunning design in Edinburgh property
An exceptional two bedroom property, beautifully designed and finished to an extremely high standard, is available in Edinburgh’s Atholl Crescent. Presented by Knight Frank, this is an exceptional two bedroom property, beautifully designed and finished to an extremely high standard. A rare opportunity for those looking for quality that would rival property in capital cities…
Read MoreGeorgian terraced home combines elegance and period charm
A charming Georgian terraced property with a garden and private parking is presently available. Knight Frank present this three bedroom house for sale in Comely Bank, Edinburgh. Located in one of Edinburgh’s most popular areas, this pretty house is just moments away from Stockbridge High Street. The house combines two elegant reception rooms with three double…
Read MoreFestive season was a real cracker in Edinburgh – and the figures prove it
Edinburgh’s Christmas celebration was its biggest ever season with a huge 13% increase in ticket sales. Last year marked the fifth year of Underbelly producing Edinburgh’s Christmas for the City of Edinburgh Council and the biggest ever year for the city’s six week-long festive celebrations. A record-breaking 781,520 tickets were snapped up to Edinburgh’s Christmas…
Read MoreImpressive modern living in the heart of Scotland’s capital
AMA’s prestigious Canon Quarters is offering impressive modern living in the heart of Edinburgh. The development is located in the fashionable Canonmills, an area full of charm, character and history. Only a short distance away from Stockbridge, Canon Quarters is ideal for beautiful walks along the water of Leith, visiting the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh…
Read MoreEdinburgh Marina will be at the heart of £500million development
The new Edinburgh Marina is set to become the centrepiece of the £500million waterside quarter development. To be developed by Edinburgh Marina Holdings, the new facility will include a wide range of high-end leisure and accommodation facilities, situated adjacent to Edinburgh’s first ever purpose-built luxury marina. Detailed planning consent has now been granted for the…
Read MoreGiant advent calendar offers lots of treats in Edinburgh
An advent calendar with a difference is coming to Edinburgh. Historic Environment Scotland’s John Sinclair House will be the first of a number of buildings across the capital celebrating the festive season by throwing open its doors for 24 Doors of Advent, as part of Edinburgh’s Christmas programme. John Sinclair House, which is home to…
Read MoreScotland carries on going green with three new projects
Three Scottish communities are pledging to clean up their areas. Scotland’s waste-free revolution is driving forward, with Perth, Leith and central Edinburgh pledging to deliver transformative change for residents and workers. They have been selected as the locations for Scotland’s third Zero Waste Town projects, each receiving a share of nearly £900,000 in funding, which…
Read MoreCelebrate St Andrew’s Day with haggis and Scottish films
Cinema screenings of popular Scottish films are being brought to the people this St Andrew’s, thanks to haggis maker Macsween. Macsween is extending its celebrations with a unique pop-up cinema at Glasgow’s SW3G on Saturday, December 2. In a celebration of all things Scottish, the Macsween family have compiled a list of their most-loved Scottish…
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