Posts Tagged ‘tweed’
Celebrating Harris Tweed’s status across the globe
A Scottish craft was celebrated on a global stage last week, when the Outer Hebrides was awarded World Craft City status for Harris Tweed. For the first time in 15 years, an international delegation of leaders from the world of craft arrived in Scotland for the World Craft Council (Europe) General Assembly. Held on Wednesday…
Read MoreThis is what we love about living in the country
Spectacular views, wildlife or peace and quiet? Archie Hume of A Hume Outfitters uses data to analyse what we really love about the countryside. At this time of year, when I’m after a bit of thinking time I’ll wander out to the garden. Our small slice of Kelso lopes lazily down to the Tweed, where…
Read MoreVictorian villa that has it all – and an indoor pool
A versatile Victorian villa offering flexible accommodation, a swimming pool and The accommodation within is versatile, and a lifestyle that is becoming increasingly rare is now for sale. Presented to the market by Rettie and Co, West Coates is a stone built detached family home set within its own private and elevated grounds that extend…
Read MoreJohnstons of Elgin launch book on Scottish estate tweeds
Luxury Scottish cashmere manufacturer Johnstons of Elgin have launched the third edition of their book, Scottish Estate Tweeds. Authored by Ian Urquhart, director and chairman of Johnstons, the 161-page book contains images of 217 tweeds, alongside a history of tweeds from the 1840s to the present day. A glamorous launch event took place on 29…
Read MoreFarmhouse offers lots of property potential
A beautiful 19th century farmhouse just a mile from the Scotland/England border is now for sale. Presented for sale by Hastings Legal and Property, Branxton House is a five-bedroom property which provides particularly spacious and characterful accommodation with a wealth of original period features. The property is now in need of complete refurbishment offering the…
Read MoreA free introduction to chamber music
A concert with acclaimed pianist Jocelyn Freeman is coming to the Scottish Borders. This free event, in conjunction with Live Music Now Scotland, gives members of the public the opportunity to experience exceptional chamber music in the beautiful surrounds of the Picture Gallery at Paxton House, in Berwick-upon-Tweed. These taster sessions are designed to be…
Read MoreDistilling in the Borders after nearly 200 years
Distilling has returned to the Scottish Borders after an absence of nearly 200 years. It was at 10.11am on 6 March 2018 this year new-make spirit started to flow from the copper pot stills at the Borders Distillery in Hawick, a pivotal moment not only for the four founders of the Three Stills Company (TTSC),…
Read MoreWalker Slater steps into spring with luxury fashion show
Tweed-tailor specialists Walker Slater and top jeweller Laings hosted a luxurious fashion show at the Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh. Showcasing Walker Slater’s spring/summer collection accessorised with jewellery and accessories from Laings, the event marked a celebration of the hotel’s new partners. Around 80 guests were treated to 28 new looks for the season, with Harris Tweed’s…
Read MoreBid to raise £1million to solve salmon mystery
A crowdfunding campaign is looking to raise £1million to find out why wild Atlantic salmon are in decline. An international scale project which aims to track scores of wild Atlantic salmon over the next two years was launched in the Highlands of Scotland today as part of the largest effort in Europe to-date to halt…
Read MoreA commanding period property with a listed walled garden
Bonkyl Lodge is an impressive period mansion house set in private grounds with range of dwellings and outbuildings. Built in 1878, Bonkyl Lodge is an impressive and commanding period house set in Preston, Duns, the heart of the Scottish Borders, and surrounded by private grounds including paddocks, grazing fields, stabling and an immaculate C Listed…
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