Posts Tagged ‘summer’
Discover the hidden beaches of the Outer Hebrides
A journey through the Atlantic islands will take you to some of the most stunning beaches in the British Isles. From hauntingly beautiful hidden coves to stretches of strand that go on for miles, the white-sand and clear turquoise waters are truly a feast for the eyes Stroll along a deserted beach with the only noise being that…
Read MoreWildcat kitten rescued after being caught by farmer
A third Scottish wildcat kitten has been rescued in Aberdeenshire by conservation group Wildcat Haven. It was caught in a live trap by a farmer investigating the loss of several chickens and immediately passed onto Wildcat Haven. There was no sign of a mother near the location and the young kitten appeared to have been…
Read MoreMackies have got it licked – 7.3 million times over!
A cool 243,800 litres of ice cream – the equivalent of 7.3 million licks or 3000 bathtubs – have been consumed in the first year of a much-loved brand opening its first parlour. Things are looking sweet for Mackie’s of Scotland’s 19.2 parlour since it opened its doors back in December last year, with 210,000…
Read MoreThe 20 thing we love about winter – and what we hate
Cosy nights by the fire, crisp mornings and not feeling guilty about staying in have emerged among a list of things we love about winter, a study found. Research revealed a large percentage of us also can’t wait for long soaks in hot bubble baths, and digging out winter boots and wellies for walks through…
Read MoreForgotten Scots airfield is remembered
A forgotten Scottish airfield has had its contribution to defending Britain’s skies in World War I commemorated. In April 2018, the Airfields of Britain Conservation Trust contacted East Lammermuir Community Council offering to donate a commemorative plaque to remember Skateraw airfield, on the east coast of Scotland, which opened in January 1917 as a third…
Read MoreIt doesn’t have to be summer to enjoy this barbecue
You can’t beat a good barbecue – but have you ever tried barbecued pheasant? If not, now’s the perfect time to try it, as part of Great British Game Week, which is running from 19-25 November, and Eat Wild is challenging the nation to think differently about game – and it’s starting in the kitchen.…
Read MoreTransforming a waterside wasteland
Work has started on a residential development that will transform long-term disused land at a prominent section of Leith’s waterfront. The popular Waterfront Plaza project by CALA Homes (East) located opposite Ocean Terminal will see the creation of 388 homes, along with 1500sq.m of flexible workspace units inspired by The Arches at Market Street near…
Read MoreHawick’s Common Riding to feature on television
The story of The Common Riding in a Scottish town is to feature in a TV documentary next week. For centuries, people in the Borders have been celebrating their history on horseback. The summer Common Ridings see townsfolk ‘ride out’ to commemorate the historic territory battles between the Scots and English and honour local patriots…
Read MoreChanging the garden as the children mature
Having lived in their family home in Edinburgh since 2003, Derek McGowan and his partner Lesley Marshall felt it was time to give their garden an update. As the children got older it became clear their garden needed a modern overhaul in order to keep up with the families changing lifestyle. ‘Previously the kids used…
Read MoreMeet Donald from Skye – the new face of the island
A friendly new animated character has been created to help tourists visiting the Isle of Skye. Donald from Skye will answer their questions and give them important information whilst staying on the island. The creation of local businessman Calum MacDonald, it is hoped that Donald from Skye will act as a friendly face for the…
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