Posts Tagged ‘Prestonpans’
Growing Future Assets contest unveils finalists
NINE teams from throughout Scotland have made it through to the finals of the Growing Future Assets Competition on 9 March. The contest is designed to “encourage young women to consider a career in the world of investment management”. During the competition, pupils research and analyse a company and then outline the case for investing…
Read MoreGreat Tapestry of Scotland artist Andrew Crummy among honours
ARTIST Andrew Crummy, who led the creation of The Great Tapestry of Scotland, was among those featured in the new year’s honours list. Crummy was made a member of the order of the British empire (MBE) for his “services to art and cultural heritage” in Scotland. He follows in the footsteps of his mother, Helen,…
Read MoreCommemorating the Battle of Prestonpans
The countdown is on to the commemoration of one of the UK’s most significant Jacobite battles, the Battle of Prestonpans. From a largescale re-enactment to unique exhibitions and workshops, this year sees a programme of activity marking the historic and cultural legacy of the battle. The events, which are supported by EventScotland, part of VisitScotland’s…
Read MoreTwo exhibitions mark major Jacobite battle
Two new exhibitions are set to open in East Lothian this summer marking a major Jacobite battle that took place at Prestonpans in 1745. The Orders of Battle Exhibition and Open Day will be displayed at Prestonpans Town Hall over the weekend of 26-27 June (11am-4pm). This special temporary exhibition is a chance to find…
Read MoreBook marks Bonnie Prince Charlie’s 300th birthday
A BOOK published to mark the 300th anniversary tomorrow of the birth of Prince Charles Edward Stuart calls for a reappraisal of his character and career. Reminiscences of a Jacobite by Michael Nevin, chairman of The 1745 Association, draws on Bonnie Prince Charlie’s previously unpublished words, as well as a number of other first-hand accounts.…
Read MoreOffers over £1million for restored home
An enchanting and meticulously restored 17th century house in secluded grounds is now for sale – for over £1million. Northfield House, in Prestonpans, East Lothian, is presented to the market by Savills. This is a rare opportunity to acquire an enchanting family house in excellent order in delightful and secluded garden grounds of 1.74 acres.…
Read MoreThis restored 17th century home will cost at least £1million
An enchanting and meticulously restored 17th century house in secluded grounds is now for sale – for over £1million. Northfield House, in Prestonpans, East Lothian, is presented to the market by Savills. This is a rare opportunity to acquire an enchanting family house in excellent order in delightful and secluded garden grounds of 1.74 acres.…
Read MoreOffers over £1million for restored 17th century home
An enchanting and meticulously restored 17th century house in secluded grounds is now for sale – for over £1million. Northfield House, in Prestonpans, East Lothian, is presented to the market by Savills. This is a rare opportunity to acquire an enchanting family house in excellent order in delightful and secluded garden grounds of 1.74 acres.…
Read More17th century home has been beautifully restored
An enchanting and meticulously restored 17th century house in secluded grounds is now for sale – for over £1million. Northfield House, in Prestonpans, East Lothian, is presented to the market by Savills. This is a rare opportunity to acquire an enchanting family house in excellent order in delightful and secluded garden grounds of 1.74 acres.…
Read MoreCarefully restored 17th century home in secluded grounds
An enchanting and meticulously restored 17th century house in secluded grounds is now for sale – for over £1million. Northfield House, in Prestonpans, East Lothian, is presented to the market by Savills. This is a rare opportunity to acquire an enchanting family house in excellent order in delightful and secluded garden grounds of 1.74 acres.…
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