Posts Tagged ‘photo’
Walker Slater steps into spring with luxury fashion show
Tweed-tailor specialists Walker Slater and top jeweller Laings hosted a luxurious fashion show at the Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh. Showcasing Walker Slater’s spring/summer collection accessorised with jewellery and accessories from Laings, the event marked a celebration of the hotel’s new partners. Around 80 guests were treated to 28 new looks for the season, with Harris Tweed’s…
Read MoreMore than happiness found in a whisky glass
Eleven years ago, amateur photographer Ernie Button found something beautiful at the bottom of an empty whisky glass. It happened completely by accident. One morning, as Ernie carried two drained whisky glasses to the dishwasher after they had been left out overnight after an evening dram, he noticed something in the bottom of the glass.…
Read MoreListed status for the Scottish castle that inspired Dracula
The Scottish castle thought to have inspired Bram Stoker’s Dracula has been awarded listed status by Historic Environment Scotland. The listing recognises the special architectural and historic interest of New Slains Castle, from its origins in the 16th century to its significant remodelling in the 19th century. Its spectacular clifftop setting and fascinating historical connections, also contributed to the decision…
Read MoreOz musical is still the most Wicked ticket in town
A hit international musical is set to fly into Edinburgh next month – and has already sold 65,000 tickets for its four week run. Wicked, the spectacular West End and Broadway musical that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, will begin performances in just four weeks at Edinburgh Playhouse. With so…
Read MoreNorth Coast 500 joins the fight against Scotland’s litter
Scotland’s iconic touring route along the country’s northern coastline has joined a national campaign to clean up the nation’s roads. The North Coast 500 is now part of a national campaign to ensure the roads are kept clean, keeping the stunning natural beauty of the area intact. This initiative, led by environmental charity Keep Scotland…
Read MoreA brand new degree of success for the North Coast 500
The North Coast 500 is one of Scotland’s top tourist attractions – and now the University of the Highlands and Islands has created a new PhD course based around it. The University is inviting applications for a new North Coast 500 studentship. The PhD opportunity has been developed by the university’s Centre for History in…
Read MoreNew bothy combines both art and architecture
Art meets architecture in a stunning new piece of Scottish design. In a unique collaboration between artist Bobby Niven and architect Iain MacLeod, they have taken hutting and the simple cabin to a new level, to create the Artist Bothy. This is a prefabricated multipurpose space designed to bring its owners closer to nature. Built…
Read MoreShowcase your inner talents and let them shine
Scots are being encouraged to find their creative spark with special workshops exploring pastels, oils, photography, textiles and jewellery making. Five accomplished Spring Fling artists and makers are offering the chance to learn everything from painting with oils to making a beautiful silver ring. Spring Fling, in Dumfries and Galloway – which features in our…
Read MoreScots urged to cut down on their kitchen waste
Scotland’s national chef Gary Maclean is urging Scots to help fight climate change by making small changes in their kitchens. The MasterChef winner is supporting the national campaign from the Scottish Government to encourage people in Scotland to address climate change. The latest Scottish Household Survey, published by the Scottish Government, revealed that over half…
Read MoreDine like a king or queen on board the Britannia
An exclusive dining experience with the last captain of the Royal Yacht Britannia is being held later this year. To celebrate the 65th Anniversary of the launch of the Britannia by Her Majesty The Queen in 1953, an exclusive evening event is being held on board with special guest speaker, Commodore Anthony JC Morrow, CVO.…
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