Posts Tagged ‘scottish’
Book review – Woodland Gardening
Kenneth Cox’s latest tome Woodland Gardening is a significant Scottish horticultural publication which brings the art of woodland gardening to life. As well as being a third generation nurseryman, Cox is the managing director of Glendoick garden centre in Perth, which specialises in rhododendrons, azaleas and ericaceous plants. A vastly experienced plant-hunter and hybridiser, Cox is…
Read MoreScotland’s spaceport plans ready to blast off
It’s been visited by Elvis Presley and Donald Trump – and now a Scottish airport could be set to go into orbit. Glasgow Prestwick Airport has been told the UK Space Agency (UKSA) continues to support its plans to be one of the UK’s three horizontal space launch sites. This follows the Space Agency’s announcement…
Read MoreLandlords prepare to meet new code deadline
Landlords shouldn’t fear the major legislative changes being introduced in Scotland’s letting sector. That’s the view of independent property consultancy Galbraith, who say they changes are a major turning point in the sector. The two key legislative changes transforming the residential lettings sector in Scotland are the replacement of Short Assured Tenancies by Private Residential…
Read MoreAnother warning over blue-green algae in loch
Another warning over blue-green algae has been issued after being found in Scotland. Yesterday, Scottish Field warned dog owners to keep their pets away from the toxic scum, which is found in fresh waters in Great Britain and throughout the world, after the deaths of two pets who ingested it. The new warning relates to…
Read MoreArtist’s unique ballpoint pen work on display
A Scottish artist’s unique work in ballpoint pen on vintage documents is currently on display. The Laundry Gallery in Aviemore is delighted to announce that Aberdeenshire artist Scott Mackie will be showing with them for the foreseeable future. Scott is a graduate of Grays School of Art in Aberdeen and having worked in a variety…
Read MoreRoyal Highland Show 2018 captured in pictures
The 178th Royal Highland Show at Ingliston was a huge success. The four day event attracted just under 200,000 visitors this year, at Scotland’s iconic celebration of farming, food and rural life. Organised by the Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland (RHASS), the show delivers over £65 million in economic benefit to the UK with visitors expected…
Read MoreLots to sea and do at the Scottish Maritime Museum
A host of activities have been lined up for this summer at the Scottish Maritime Museum. Based on Irvine Harbourside in North Ayrshire, a variety of extra special events and activities are coming up this month. Clydebank-born, former shipbuilder turned award-winning artist Tom McKendrick will push the more romantic ideals of life onboard Scottish built…
Read MoreDid you know that tea grows in the Highlands?
Scotland has many fantastic items when it comes to natural produce – whisky, fruit, vegetables – but one that doesn’t automatically spring to mind is tea. But two women have launched a Scottish grown black tea and are helping to cultivate Scotland’s rich history in the tea industry. Erica Moore from eteaket tea in Edinburgh…
Read MoreFarm transforms for family bike and outdoor festival
Mountain bikers and lovers of family fun in the great outdoors are in for a real treat at the end of August as The Eliminator MTB Weekender returns. Supported by EventScotland, part of VisitScotland’s Events Directorate, it will be back at Parkhill Farm, Newburgh, Fife from Friday 31 August to Sunday 2 September. The everyday…
Read MoreUp to 20 new jobs created as £1.7m wine cafe opens
The first phase of a £1.7million wine café and luxury food and wine boutique has launched in Edinburgh. Creating 15-20 jobs, One20 Wine Café is a two phase £1.7m project to bring luxury wine and food at affordable prices to Edinburgh’s New Town. Situated at 120 Dundas Street, it is serving a wide range of…
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