Posts Tagged ‘Robert Burns’
Ten fantastic facts about Clan Macpherson
Scottish clans have long and proud history – and some moments are spoken of with more pride than others! Here are ten important facts every aspiring member of Clan Macpherson should know. 1. The name Macpherson comes from the Gaelic ‘Mac a’ Phersain’, meaning ‘son of the parson’. Mhuirich Cattanach, fourth chief of Clan Chattan,…
Read MoreWhisky and Burns at two very distinct events
Glenfiddich whisky will be taking over London’s most imaginative rooftop destination for the city’s biggest Burns Night celebration. In honour of the great Scottish poet, Robert Burns, the Skylight at Tobacco Dock rooftop will undergo a makeover from the multi award-winning distillery, bringing with them signature whisky tipples. Entertainment, aside from the rooftop ice rink,…
Read MoreScottish firm has made a lasting impression
The Woollard & Henry paper mill has made an indelible mark on the Scottish fabrication industry. Ernest Woollard’s legacy is invisible – unless you hold it up to the light. The engineering company he founded in Dyce, Aberdeen, Woollard & Henry, is now one of only five firms worldwide which know the secrets of the…
Read MoreEnjoy a fantastic festive fizz with a whisky
Loch Lomond Single Malt is getting into the festive season – Scottish style. It has crafted the perfect serve for revellers planning to welcome the New Year. Marrying whisky and fizz, the Loch Lomond Sparkling Gold is designed to satisfy the staunchest of traditionalists, while also providing the ever-pleasing pop of a cork. Made with…
Read MoreLine of Duty star is first at Tennent’s visitor centre
Line of Duty star Martin Compston was the first person to visit the new Tennent’s visitor centre in Glasgow, which opens to the public today. With his character Anti-Corruption Unit Detective Sergeant Steve Arnott often acclaimed for leading the investigative charge, Martin proved he too could be first to a story, as he became the…
Read MoreScots casualties at the Battle of The Alamo
The Alamo is known as ‘the Shrine of Texas Liberty’. Ever since the victory at San Jacinto in 1836, Texans and other Americans have shouted ‘Remember the Alamo’ as they charged into battle. But 80% of the men who died at the Alamo in 1836 were Scots or of Scots descent – and all of…
Read MoreBrave Scotswomen join the Hall of Heroes
Busts of two notable Scottish women have been unveiled by the National Wallace Monument as the first female figures to be introduced to the Stirling landmark’s Hall of Heroes in 2019. Maggie Keswick Jencks and Mary Slessor spearhead the ‘Scotland’s Heroines’ project, which aims to recognise the achievements of Scottish women and their contributions to…
Read MoreRabbie Burns and Halloween collide this weekend
Scotland’s love of Halloween and Robert Burns are being brought together this weekend for a festival of scares. TamFest is an annual celebration of scares and the Bard, held in Ayr, and is now in its fourth year. It’s a free event in Ayr town centre, celebrating Robert Burns’ ghostly tale with some events on…
Read MoreCelebrate Scotland and tap your card to donate
Visitors to National Trust for Scotland are hoping to tap their supporters for donations. Those at trust properties will, for the first time, be able to make contactless donations to the charity, thanks to a new partnership with Bank of Scotland and Visa. Recreations of two unique Scottish artefacts have been unveiled at Robert Burns…
Read MoreA haunting we will go in the home of Halloween
Transylvania might have Count Dracula and Salem might have its witches; but Scotland is arguably the home of Halloween – or Samhain as it was originally known. It will also play host to many thrills, chills and scary events this 31 October. Halloween originates from the ancient Celts’ celebrations and is based on their ‘Feast…
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