Posts Tagged ‘Scotland’
Review: The Bridge Inn, Ratho
Just a short drive from Edinburgh lies The Bridge Inn, the perfect spot for a night away from the city, finds Alister Tenneb. Ratho sits on The Union Canal a few miles South West of Edinburgh and The Bridge Inn – yes you guessed it is right next to the bridge over the canal. We…
Read MoreIncredible pictures revealing the life of women on Tiree over the last 100 years uncovered
Incredible pictures revealing the life of the women on the island of Tiree over the last 100 years will go on show for the first time. The images will be screened at the island’s Sea Change film festival, Scotland’s only annual celebration of women and film, later this month. Their stories have been taken from…
Read MoreThe Enchanted Forest reveals this year’s theme
The ‘Enchanted Forest’ is returning this October and November with a new theme. The highly anticipated sound and light show, which takes place in Faskally Wood near Pitlochry, has become something of an autumnal Mecca for families up and down the country. This year’s theme is ‘Symphony of Nature’ and promises to be a celebration…
Read MoreWin a Vango Harris Air 500 Tent
Review: Maison by Glaschu, Glasgow
If I had my way, I’d sit each Sunday on the terrace of a Parisian café, nursing a strong black coffee and a flaky almond croissant. I can but dream. But for the time being, I need to find a substitute a little closer to home. So, the news that a French-inspired bar and restaurant,…
Read MoreWhere to live in the Scottish Highlands
Sponsored Content | If you are considering living in the Scottish Highlands how do you decide where best to live? With many factors such as accessibility, amenities, travel, work, schooling, further education, the cost of living, and weather conditions to consider, it is important to understand what each area of the Highlands can offer. Garrington…
Read MoreREVIEW: Into the wild at Loch Rannoch Hotel
Rosie Morton swapped Edinburgh city for an outdoorsy retreat by the banks of Loch Rannoch – and it spoke to the soul. Edinburgh has captured my heart over the last five years, but it is the enduring beauty of the hills that always steals it. And so it was with no hesitation that I…
Read More‘Mystical and romantic’ island off Isle of Skye listed for sale for £190k
A mystical and romantic private island off Skye with the remains of a sixth-century chapel built by St Columba has hit the market. The sale of Fladda-Chuain, an unspoilt and uninhabited 27-hectare island rich in myth and legend, offers an extremely rare opportunity for buyers looking for the romance associated with the Scottish islands. Identified…
Read MoreGalloway chosen as preferred location of Scotland’s third national park
By Izzy Alexander Galloway has been chosen as the preferred location for Scotland’s newest national park. There are currently two national parks north of the border – the Cairngorms, and Loch Lomond and The Trossachs. The Scottish government has pledged ‘at least one’ new park will be designated by spring 2026. Officials confirmed the winning…
Read MoreGlasgow comedian Billy Connolly to release new book this year
A new book by Billy Connolly featuring a collection of his artwork and stories will be released later this year. The Accidental Artist, published by John Murray Press, will be released on 24 October and will feature 200 of Connolly’s artworks alongside accompanying stories from the beloved comedian. Connolly’s three previous books with John Murray Press…
Read More