Posts Tagged ‘Tree’
Scottish house render in TV screens in the running for Home of the Year
The fictional Hundred Acre Wood conceived by author AA Milne was the land inhabited by Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends. But set against the backdrop of Loch Awe, in Argyll and Bute, lies another Hundred Acre Wood, a mammoth silver-grey house which occasionally glints as the light catches it. Designed by architects Denizen Works, based in…
Read MoreREVIEW: Prestonfield’s glorious Autumn Harvest Afternoon Tea
A nice cup of tea. In our house, few traditions are quite as sacred. After all, is there anything as restorative as a strong brew served in a tactile mug, and enjoyed in good company? I pondered the power of a good ‘cuppa char’ as we drove towards Edinburgh’s Prestonfield House, an unapologetically luxurious five-star…
Read MoreTop 10 National Trust for Scotland gardens to visit
We take a look at some of the best National Trust for Scotland gardens to visit. Arduaine Garden, Oban For those who love rhododendrons, this garden is for you. Created in 1898, Arduaine Garden nurtures plants from all across the world, and does so to this day thanks to the help of both…
Read MoreDalkeith named Heritage Tree Hotspot as Experts Record 500 ‘Living Legends’
Dalkeith Country Park has been revealed as a heritage tree hotspot after experts recorded 500 ancient, veteran and notable oaks over the last year. Many of the trees may be descended from a single giant called “The Michael” and are thought to have been planted centuries ago to funnel deer towards aristocratic hunters. Details of…
Read MoreSeeds from tree which survived the Hiroshima atomic bomb grown in Glasgow
Seeds from a tree which survived the atomic bomb in Hiroshima are being grown in Glasgow. The precious Ginkgo Tree seeds were gifted to Glasgow City Council as part of an international peace initiative. Hiro Shimai, from Japan, is among staff at the council’s Botanic Gardens who is nurturing them. Hiro grew up around 30kms…
Read MoreProducer’s corner: Darcie Maher from Lannan bakery
She honed her pastry skills at The Palmerston in Edinburgh where she quickly gained a cult following for her creative pastries. But now self taught baker Darcie Maher is branching out on a new solo venture, opening a plush new bakery in one of Edinburgh’s busiest neighbourhoods. Called Lannan, which derives from the Scottish Gaelic…
Read MoreFRINGE REVIEW: Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson
Megan Amato reviews Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. HAVING interviewed Chris Grace last month, I walked into his show with a friend in tow and some understanding of the premise. However, Chris’ natural storytelling ability matched with his deadpan humour is first class and proved to be beyond my expectations. Chris…
Read MoreAn excerpt from Unsolved by Heather Critchlow
An excerpt from Unsolved (Canelo) by Heather Critchlow one of the shortlist authors for the Bloody Scotland Debut Prize. Click HERE to read our interview with Heather. LAYLA, 1986 Layla presses her face against the horse’s flank, soothed by the warmth of her body, the softness of the chestnut hair. Eager to be out, Ruby skitters; her…
Read MoreBanca di Roma: a trendy spot for a special occasion
Ellie Forbes tries out the latest edition to Glasgow’s Royal Exchange Square, Banca di Roma. Royal Exchange Square is home to some of Glasgow’s most iconic and popular attractions. There’s the Gallery of Modern Art – currently hosting the much talked about Banksy exhibition – and the Duke of Wellington, with his trusty traffic cone. It’s…
Read MoreAn excerpt from The Maiden by Kate Foster
An excerpt from The Maiden (Mantle) by Kate Foster one of the shortlist authors for the Bloody Scotland Debut Prize. Click HERE to read our interview with Kate. Chapter One CHRISTIAN The Tolbooth Jail, Edinburgh October 1679 You are sentenced to beheading. God have mercy on your soul. Prepare yourself in prayer. The sheriff ’s words clang,…
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