Posts Tagged ‘ski’
Popular snow holiday camps to run this summer
Whatever the weather this coming summer, there’s no reason to pack away the skis or snowboard. Back by popular demand are the fun-packed Snow Factor Kids Holiday Camps at Snow Factor, near Glasgow. Running throughout the summer school holidays, the camps are perfect for keeping 7 to 15-year-olds active and helping budding skiers and snowboarders…
Read MoreGet on your bike for an exciting highland adventure
The Nevis Range Mountain Experience has launched a new mountain bike school, the first owner operated trail centre bike school in Scotland. It takes place in Fort William, the host venue for the UK round of the UCI Mountain Bike World Cup. Running annually until 30 September, The Nevis Range Bike School will offer fun-filled…
Read MoreSnow joke – you can save a fortune in Scotland
Skiing in Scotland could save you over £380 on your next holiday. Researchers from international ferry operator Stena Line have found that Glenshee could be the cost-effective alternative to other, further afield, destinations when it comes to skiing. Choosing to ski in Scotland over any other destination could even save you £387.46 – a 70%…
Read MoreMagnificent B-listed steading range and cottage
A steading with cottage and planning consent is now on the market. Auchleeks, in Calvine, Pitlochry is presented for sale by Strutt & Parker. The Steading House is the former stables and steading to nearby Auchleeks House. This is a charming Georgian B-Listed stone built property, thought to date from c.1820 and built at the…
Read MoreA beautiful property dating back to 1902
A substantial and imposing period property is now available in the north of Scotland. Presented for sale by MacPhee and Partners, Birchwood dates back to around 1902, and the property still retains some of its original features such as a charming pitch pine staircase, moulded cornicing and picture rails. Positioned in the heart of Spean…
Read MorePeaceful rural location around this bungalow
Outstanding country views, private well-tended gardens and an attractive home are now on the property market. Presented by Galbraith, Aultbea is an attractive bungalow situated within a peaceful, rural setting in Kirkbuddo, Forfar. The property has been finished to a high standard throughout and offers generous and flexible accommodation. The kitchen/dining room is very much…
Read MoreA fabulous home located in the heart of Speyside
A beautiful home in the heart of Speyside, in a stunning location, is available on the property market. Galbraith is pleased to bring to the market this exceptional home at Cragganmore near Ballindalloch. Lower Burnside has magnificent open views towards Ben Rinnes to the East and the Cromdale Hills to the West. It is situated…
Read MorePupils braved the conditions in Greenland
Young Scots who participated in a life-changing, 10-day expedition in Eastern Greenland with youth charity The Polar Academy have had their achievements recognised. More than 120 guests attended a special dinner and medal ceremony at Dundas Castle on the outskirts of Edinburgh to recognise the achievements of ten pupils from Bathgate Academy in West Lothian.…
Read MoreRenovate this property – and it could be yours for £1 a year
This stone-built farmhouse could be yours for just £1 a year. This is an exciting renovation opportunity located in the heart of the beautiful Angus Glens. In exchange for the agreed renovation programme, the tenant will be guaranteed a long term lease to use to property as a second/holiday home. Glen Moy Farmhouse is a…
Read MoreA skiing trip that’s not the one you would expect
At the end of February, in scorching hot conditions, I visited the Jura Mountains for a few days of skiing. This was one of the more interesting and singular skiing trips I’ve undertaken in France, but one that I’d heartily recommend that readers investigate. Here’s why… WHERE IS THE JURA? Every time I told friends…
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