Posts Tagged ‘Perthshire’
10 brave Scots who have won the Victoria Cross
Awarded for valour in the face of the enemy, the Victoria Cross is our highest military decoration. These are the tales of ten of the 164 Scots awarded this highly-prized medal. 1. John MacGregor Born at Cawdor near Nairn in 1889, John MacGregor became Canada’s most-decorated soldier. He emigrated in 1909, working as a carpenter…
Read MoreSpecial dinner will honour the life of Andrew Fairlie
The life of Scotland’s great chef, Andrew Fairlie, will be celebrated at a special dinner in his honour as part of Mhor Festival on Friday 24 May. Andrew Fairlie played a key role in the annual Friday Night Feast at Mhor Festival near Balquhidder, Perthshire, for several years. This year it will be held in…
Read MoreIs this the most romantic holiday cottage ever?
A historic cottage built by Marquis of Breadalbane is now for sale. The sale of Rustic Lodge through Rettie and Co represents a once in a lifetime opportunity to own a unique and historic A listed cottage, reputedly built by the Marquis of Breadalbane circa 1840, as the Gate Lodge to Taymouth Castle, at Keltneyburn near…
Read MoreCancer in their canines inspired new raw pet food
A Perthshire raw pet food brand, founded by two friends after three of their four dogs developed cancer, is now shipping more than 140,000 meals every week to UK dog owners. Bella & Duke was set up less than two years ago by Mark Scott and Tony Ottley – they’ve seen double digit growth each…
Read MoreExtermination to germination for the jay
The naturalist Henry Williamson described the distinctive shrill call of the jay as like the sound of tearing linen. But this bird has a large repertoire of vocalisations and is one of the best mimics in the avian world, particularly adept at mimicking sheep, lambs and horses. Some become specialists; I once followed the sounds…
Read More10 Scots who went off on voyages of discovery
The natural curiosity and bravery of the Scottish people has initiated many a dangerous expedition. Here, we turn the spotlight on ten of Scotland’s best explorers. 1. Mungo Park (1771-1806) Park was 23 when he volunteered to explore the course of the River Niger. Before setting off, the Selkirk-born former ship’s doctor learnt the local…
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 MoreBlair Castle offers a truly Scottish experience
If you are looking for a truly Scottish experience in a unique venue, then Blair Castle is for you. Set in Highland Perthshire, six miles north of Pitlochry, the Castle sits in the centre of Atholl Estates which also offers various accommodation options. There are four rooms available for meetings and events varying in size.…
Read MoreDunkeld House Hotel has history and hospitality
Nestled on the banks of the River Tay in the heart of Perthshire sits the four star Dunkeld House Hotel. The historic country house, built by the Dukes of Atholl, mixes the splendour of traditional Scottish hospitality with 21st century comforts and has gone through some exciting developments recently including the completion of a multi-million…
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…
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