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Glenalmond College: Scottish boarding & day school for boys & girls hosts open day
Glenalmond College is a unique place of education. Its ability to balance a broad academic, personal and challenging curriculum whilst maintaining a warm, close-knit community, is unmatched. Families choose us because of the opportunities we offer; the very best academic education, an extensive range of sports and activities outside the classroom, our inspirational 300 acre-site…
Read MoreScientist who cloned Dolly the sheep dies
The scientist who cloned Dolly the sheep has died aged 79. Sir Ian Wilmut was part of the team who carried out the scientific feat in 1996. The scientist led the Roslin Institute team as they created the first mammal to be cloned from an adult stem cell. His death was announced by the University…
Read MoreAnne McAlpine discovers the power of peat in new documentary series
From the boreal peatlands of Canada, to the expansive peat plains of Finland and the beautiful blanket bogs of home – Anne McAlpine takes us on a journey exploring spectacular peatlands around the world. The BBC ALBA documentary series takes us to Iron Age bog bodies, remarkable pool systems, shielings which built communities on the…
Read MoreV&A Dundee generates £304 million for the Scottish economy
The V&A Dundee has generated £304 million for the Scottish economy, according to a new report. City leaders say the design museum has had a ‘considerable impact’ in its first five years, with more than 450 jobs supported in Dundee. Visitor numbers to the city have soared from 880,000 in 2017 to more than 1.25…
Read MoreThe Luxury Issue: Unwind with October’s issue of Scottish Field
Your copy of Scottish Field’s October magazine is out now to buy, both in shops and online, with the very best lifestyle features, news, interiors, properties, antiques, motoring, gardens, wildlife, field sports, whisky, and more. This month is our Luxury Issue and the team has worked hard to bring you the finer things in life, from incredible golf,…
Read MoreProducer’s corner: Darcie Maher from Lannan bakery
She honed her pastry skills at The Palmerston in Edinburgh where she quickly gained a cult following for her creative pastries. But now self taught baker Darcie Maher is branching out on a new solo venture, opening a plush new bakery in one of Edinburgh’s busiest neighbourhoods. Called Lannan, which derives from the Scottish Gaelic…
Read MoreAlasdair Gray mural acquired for the public will go on display in Glasgow
A mural by the the late Alasdair Gray will go on display in the museum where he learnt to draw after it was acquired for the public. Painted in 1964, Cowcaddens Streetscape in the Fifties, is one of Gray’s best-known works and what he referred to as ‘my best big oil painting.’ The painting shows…
Read MoreStunning 16th century country house with indoor pool on market for less than £1m
A stunning 16th century country house is on the market for less than £1million – and comes with an indoor swimming pool. Dating from 1746, House of Craigie, is an impressive B-listed house in South Ayrshire, with views over to the islands of Arran, Ailsa Craig, Jura and as far as Ireland on a clear…
Read MoreRecently discovered textiles by Andy Warhol to go on display in Scotland
Recently discovered textiles by iconic American artist Andy Warhol will go on display in Scotland for the first time. The rare exhibition will be held at Dovecot Studios in Edinburgh next year. The 20th century artist created and sold his textiles anonymously, leaving them in obscurity until their recent discovery by collectors and curators Richard Chamberlain…
Read MoreArtistic DNA: Family of artists exhibit work together for first the time
A mother, father and their daughter are set to exhibit their artwork together for the first time. Relative Colour will showcase pieces from a range of artists and ceramicists, but front and centre will be the work of the McClenaghen family, who are exhibiting together for the first time. The exhibition will open on 10…
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