Posts Tagged ‘Tree’
UK’s largest rock ramp is a stepping stone for fish
Today marks the official opening of the UK’s largest rock ramp. Situated on the River Almond at Howden Bridge Weir, the 85m x 50m ramp construction will play a key role in connecting the lower and upper reaches of the River Almond, so fish species can travel upstream and enrich the wildlife ecosystem of the…
Read MorePrivate residential estate with stunning views
A private residential estate with stunning views towards Ben Lomond is now for sale. Presented for sale by Knight Frank, Finnich Malise is a classic imposing B-listed Georgian house near Drymen, Stirlingshire, consisting of four reception rooms, eight bedrooms and five bathrooms. In the grounds are a two bedroom garden flat with separate entrance, gate…
Read MoreTrue North Festival set to cause a storm next weekend
Aberdeen’s True North Festival is set to take place next weekend, with artists and musicians descending on the city for four days of music across five different venues in the heart of the city. Taking place from Thursday, September 19 to Sunday, September 22, the popular festival attracted thousands of fans over the course of…
Read More10 more of the best places for wildlife watching
Scottish Field’s guide to 50 great hotspots at which to watch nature in Scotland continues. This weekend we present another 10 locations that are worth a visit. See our first 10 HERE. 11. Baron’s Haugh, Motherwell – Water Rail An elusive bird that skulks around in reed beds, water rails can be difficult to see.…
Read MoreA Highland estate with Loch Ness and mountains
A rare opportunity to acquire a small Highland estate, with the most stunning panoramic view of Loch Ness and the Monadhliath Mountains. Presented for sale by John Clegg & Co, Bunloit Estate sits in a highly prominent position overlooking one of the most iconic features of Scotland – Loch Ness, situated in the centre of…
Read MoreTake a bough to restore the Caledonian pine forest
Through his Trees for Life project, Alan Watson Featherstone has made it his life’s work to restore Glen Affric’s ancient pine forest. There’s a certain irony to meeting Alan outside the massive Vue Cinema in Inverness, for the city’s sprawling urbanisation is a far cry from the conservationist’s usual habitat. Featherstone has been at the…
Read MoreIn excess – 10 ways to treat your hangover
Many of us enjoy a wee drink at the weekend – a dram, a lager, or a wee vodka. Banish the pain and nausea of a heavy night on the lash with these good, not so good and downright weird hangover cures! 1. The older the better For the ancient Greeks it was sheep lungs,…
Read MoreReaping the rewards for tree planting scheme – 20 years on
A strong demand for wood fuel means pioneering Aberdeenshire farmers are now reaping the rewards of trees planted 20 years ago. Planted through the Grampian Forest Challenge Fund, the woods are now being thinned, with farmers pleasantly surprised by the high value of their timber. Scotland’s Farm Advisory Service (FAS) says yields are consistently higher…
Read MoreThe Gruffalo marks its birthday with Scots castle visit
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the publication of The Gruffalo by Scots-based writer Julia Donaldson. To celebrate, the National Trust for Scotland’s Fyvie Castle is getting ready to welcome a special visitor later this month. The Gruffalo will be going for a walk at the historic Aberdeenshire castle on Saturday 24 And Sunday…
Read More10 fascinating facts about… Blair Atholl
Head to highland Perthshire, and you have to stop off in Blair Atholl. It’s teeming with history, and there are incredible views to be found. Here, we present 10 fascinating facts about Blair Atholl. Between Blair Atholl and the nearby town of Braemar there are 15 Munros. Blair Castle is the seat of the Dukes…
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