Posts Tagged ‘skye’
Aurora Borealis is caught on camera in amazing shots
One of the most amazing natural sights which you will ever see is the Aurora Borealis, in the skies over Scotland. On Scottish Field’s Facebook page, our picture of the day them for September has been our beautiful country at night, and you’ve been liking our images in your droves. Shots of the night sky…
Read MoreMuseum will host a series of artist talks
The Scottish Maritime Museum is to host another artist talk at an afternoon event this Saturday (29 September). Helen Bellany, artist and partner of the critically acclaimed artist, the late John Bellany, will be the next to headline the Museum’s current series of talks. During the event, which is led in association with Tidelines Book…
Read MoreA taste of Skye is coming to the capital
An Edinburgh restaurant is teaming up with a dining establishment on the Isle of Skye to bring a taste experience with a difference. The Little Chartroom, Edinburgh is very excited to announce its first restaurant collaboration with Simon Mcatamney and Matt Kidd from Scorrybreac on The Isle of Skye. For two nights only, on Saturday…
Read MoreThe Scottish gin industry crowns its champions
The Scottish gin industry united in celebration last night (Thursday), as the winners in the second annual Scottish Gin Awards were revealed. Founded in 2016, the Scottish Gin Awards celebrate and promote the growing range of high quality gins produced in Scotland. This independent competition is judged by a panel of experts drawn from across…
Read MoreGet ready to step back in time in the Highlands
A special celebration of Highland heritage is to get underway later this month. For three weeks, from Friday 28 September, the Highland Archaeology Festival will offer throughout the Highlands a range of walks, talks, workshops, exhibitions, the annual conference, special children’s activities and other events for all ages. Now in its 25th year, the 2018…
Read MoreScottish crafts join the best of Europe at exhibition
Three of Scotland’s renowned makers are taking part in the first ever Best of Europe craft exhibition. Craft Scotland revealed the news, which is a significant boost for craft in the nation. Taking place as part of Homo Faber, a new international celebration of craft and craftsmanship in Venice from 14-30 September, the exhibition showcases…
Read MoreWitness amazing scenery – from a comfortable chair
Embrace the spirit of the great outdoors – from the safety of a comfy seat later this month. The Scottish Adventure Travel Film Festival returns to the National Trust for Scotland’s idyllic Inverewe Garden on the shores of Loch Ewe, Wester Ross, for a third year to showcase the best adventure films from around the…
Read MoreWarm weather has seen a rise in staycations
This summer’s warm spell has been a boon to the hospitality industry in Scotland. Scotland’s long hot summer resulted in a surge in staycations, with the Isle of Skye and the West Coast benefiting from this trend, according to Cottages & Castles, which offers self-catering holiday properties in Scotland. Figures for the first seven months…
Read MoreSkye’s tourism industry continues to flourish
An increasing number of requests from film and TV production teams to shoot on the Isle of Skye is boosting the island’s revenues. The increasing challenges of Skye’ tourism industry were discussed today at Highland Council’s Isle of Skye and Raasay Committee during a report to councillors by the council’s principal tourism officer, Colin Simpson.…
Read MoreMusicians and poets united for cultural exploration
Musicians and poets from throughout the UK and Ireland will come together in Scotland to explore their respective histories and languages through poetry and music. Ten of the UK and Ireland’s finest traditional poets and musical artists including vocalists using five languages, medieval instruments: crwth and northern triplepipes as well as fiddle, harp, accordian and…
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