Posts Tagged ‘summer’
Hunt for Victoria Cross recipient’s family
A search has been launched for the family of a Scottish war hero who is being honoured later this summer. Dumfries and Galloway Council are holding a commemorative ceremony in memory of Lieutenant James Edward Tait VC MC. Due to be held on 8 August, the ceremony will mark the centenary of him being awarded…
Read MoreBand pays tribute to Scots Manchester attack victim
Skipinnish has released a charity single in memory of Manchester attack victim, Eilidh MacLeod. One year on from the attack at Manchester Arena, the Scottish trad band are raising funds to help build a permanent memorial on the teenager’s home island, Barra. In the wake of the tragedy, Angus MacPhail – accordionist and founder of Skipinnish…
Read MoreWe’re looking for whiskies and people to review them
Whisky distillers and Scottish Field readers have the chance to take part in our 2018 Readers Challenge. Ahead of the annual Scottish Field Whisky Challenge, we are now looking to recruit readers with a passion for whisky to become members of a unique Scottish Field consumer group. From this process we will select up to…
Read MoreAnimal magic in bid to preserve at risk creatures
New arrivals have appeared in all shapes and sizes during recent weeks at Dumfries House estate in Ayrshire. For the past month, dozens of newborn lambs, calves, ducklings, turkeys, goslings and chicks have arrived at the estate’s Home Farm and Valentin’s Education Farm. Education farmer Denise Richardson-Rowell, with Home Farm manager and husband John, has…
Read MoreTime to begin a voyage of whisky Discovery
A whisky firm has unveiled a new range of single malt Scotch whiskies. Family-run single malt whisky creators, Gordon & MacPhail, has announced the launch of Discovery, a new range that is part of the company’s commitment to strengthen and streamline the brand’s portfolio. The range of carefully selected whiskies is grouped and colour-coded under…
Read MoreScotch Whisky distillery is branching out into gin
A Scots firm has revealed plans to create a handmade gin in Forres. The owners of The Benromach Distillery Company Ltd have unveiled plans for Red Door Gin, named after the distillery’s distinctive red doors, which will be available later this summer. The move marks a new milestone in the company’s strategic plans for growth…
Read MoreA host of classic cars ready for new summer event
Edinburgh’s West End will see a host of classic vehicles take centre stage down the picturesque William Street in a brand new event this summer. Free to attend, Edinburgh’s West End Classic Vehicle event will include more than 25 vehicles along both sections of William Street on Saturday, 9 June, from 10am-4pm. Home to a…
Read MoreCapital festival will spread of gospel of whisky
A renowned malt festival is promising to bring ‘whisky heaven’ to Edinburgh this summer. The event is part of a one-day celebration of all things liquid gold. More than 30 producers, makers, and bottlers from across the world, will set up stall for The Whisky Lounge’s Edinburgh Whisky Festival at the Assembly Rooms on Saturday,…
Read MoreClay pigeon event will boost care charity
A clay pigeon shooting competition being held this summer is set to benefit a worthy charity. On Saturday, 12 May, the first PATCH Summer Series competition was launched at the Bisley at Braidwood clay pigeon shooting ground at Midlem, in the Borders. This new partnership venture between the charity PATCH (Palliation and the Caring Hospital)…
Read MoreAirshow confirms some real high flyers are coming
The famous Red Arrows are heading for Scottish skies this summer for Scotland’s national airshow. It will take place on Saturday, 28 July, from 10am-5pm at the National Museum of Flight, in East Fortune, East Lothian. The RAF Red Arrows display team will top the bill with a high-octane performance on Saturday 28 July. Tickets…
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