Posts Tagged ‘Perthshire’
Ripping up the rulebook with a life less ordinary
The unconventional life of Laurence Oliphant took him from priviliged son of the British Empire via mysticism to Zionist pioneer. Seldom has there been a more romantic or amply filled career; never, perhaps, a stranger or more apparently contradictory personality,’ declared an obituary, published in The Times in 1888 for Laurence Oliphant, a man who…
Read More‘The Perfect Collection’ of whisky for auction from today
The largest private collection of whisky ever to go to auction goes on sale from today (Friday). By value and volume, the collection is the most significant to ever go on public sale and has been described as The Perfect Collection. The Perfect Collection by Richard Gooding, consists of over 3,900 bottles of primarily single…
Read MoreThe perfect place to pop the question for Valentine’s
A Scots castle has created the ultimate map for men looking to propose in a romantic location this Valentine’s Day. With so many planning a proposal, the iconic Blair Castle in the heart of Highland Perthshire has launched a guide to help those confused by the countless choices to create that unforgettable moment. The Map…
Read MoreGlenalmond pupils back Rob’s epic charity cycle
Pupils and staff at Glenalmond College in Perthshire gave former pupil Rob Wainwright a memorable send-off when he visited the school yesterday, ahead of his gruelling charity cycle. Not only are the pupils sending their best wishes and moral support to Rob, a former captain of Scotland’s rugby team and British and Irish Lions player,…
Read MoreJayne needs help to reach triathlon finals
A few years ago, Jayne Emery from Bridge of Earn, didn’t go swimming because she didn’t have the ability. Tonight, The Kirkstyle Inn is hosting a fundraiser for Jayne, who is going to be representing Team GB in the 2020 Euro and World Championships as a triathlete. The Kirkstyle Inn is Perthshire is holding the…
Read MoreCollege marks anniversary with two scholarships
Glenalmond College is offering two new scholarships as part of its celebrations of a very special year in the history of the Perthshire school. A new scholarship, named after former Warden Elaine Logan, Glenalmond’s first female head, is being offered to celebrate the 30th anniversary of having girls at Glenalmond. To mark this special year…
Read MoreThis is not just any Burns Supper…
From haggis, neeps and tatties to Balmoral chicken, there’s a wee Scottish treat for the lassies, laddies and auld folk alike to enjoy at M&S this Burns Night. Their Burns Night food provides all you would expect, and more, to have your own special celebration of the National Bard. New additions include M&S Food Haggis,…
Read MoreWhat’s the beef with eating Scotland’s red meat?
With bad news stories about red meat hitting the headlines, Scottish farmers are fighting back and leading the way in showing how animals should be handled. A juicy steak is the ultimate feast for any carnivore, but with red meat making headlines as a possible cause of cancer, and growing concern about its contribution to…
Read MoreScotch whisky recording celebrates emerging talent
Some of the finest young and emerging talent in Scotland’s traditional music scene have been brought together. They are part of a unique CD recording as part of a collaboration between the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and the Scotch whisky organisation, The Keepers of the Quaich. For the past seven years, The Keepers of the…
Read MoreFrom ballet dancing to One Man and his Dog
From ballet dancing to being a rock star, champion sheepdog trialist Mosse Magnusson has had a dizzyingly eclectic career. Not many shepherds can say they once sang in a 1970s pop musical or danced as the leading man in a ballet company. But then not many shepherds are like Carl-Magnus Magnusson. Not only is Mosse…
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