Posts Tagged ‘walking’
Former farmhouse offers attached outbuildings and spacious grounds
Oakfield Farmhouse presents a rare and exciting opportunity to purchase a traditional former farmhouse with outbuildings in a town setting. Brought to the market by Hastings Legal, the property lies off the Ednam Road within the Kelso town boundary and is conveniently located within walking distance of both primary and secondary schools, including the newly…
Read MoreRamblers will be enjoying the great outdoors this winter
Ramblers Scotland’s annual Festival of Winter Walks is back from 23 December to 7 January 2018. There are 60 free walks in Scotland to inspire long rambling walks this winter period, from short, festive walks ending in a sociable tipple to more adventurous ambles through the frosty countryside, writes Olivia Dobson. The cold crisp days…
Read MoreFrom fat cat to purr-fect puss for Aberdeen’s Pumpkin
A formerly flabby feline from Scotland has been named ‘top cat’ in national pet slimming competition. Once-podgy puss Pumpkin from Aberdeen has taken the top honour in the UK’s largest pet slimming competition after shedding 14% of his bodyweight in just six months. Ginger-and-white cat Pumpkin once weighed in at a whopping 1st 8lbs (10.2kg),…
Read MoreA stunning family home in walk-in condition
An outstanding family home has been brought to the market in Aberdeen. Galbraith present this detached family home on Cairnlee Road East with three public rooms, five good bedrooms and two bathrooms. Located in the much sought after village of Cults, this is an exceptionally spacious and immaculate detached dwelling house. It sits within a…
Read MoreFormer croft buildings offers island charm
A charming former croft house on the idyllic Isle of Iona has hit the market. House hunters seeking the serenity of life on an island while living in a home filled with character are being offered this exceptionally rare opportunity with Lagnagiogan. Situated in the heart of the Isle of Iona, Lagnagiogan is a former…
Read MoreCharity auction to help end homelessness in Scotland
A unique collaboration of artists, designers and Scottish businesses are to help end homelessness in Scotland. BoConcept Scotland are proud to host a unique ‘Sit Down for Change’ charity art auction in aid of Social Bite and the Scottish Government’s mission to eradicate homelessness within the next five years. Social bite have ‘invited’ 9,000 people…
Read MoreNew Nevis Range scheme will generate some interest
A new hydroelectric scheme that powers the Nevis Range base station and gondola has been officially opened. Nevis Range Hydro Company, the sister business to Nevis Range Mountain Experience in Lochaber, celebrated the completion of a scheme, with a ceremony performed by Paul Wheelhouse MSP, the Scottish Government’s Minister for Business, Innovation and Energy. The…
Read MoreCrossing the River Ness will be a bit of all light
People who are out and about in Inverness after dark are set to find their way is slightly easier. The Highland Council is to install illuminated bollards on the pedestrian pavements on either side of Ness Bridge to improve the levels of light for people walking over the bridge in the evenings and to compliment…
Read MoreCycling will be the wheel deal for good health
Families are being invited to cycle at the ‘speed of light’ to find out more about using pedal power to develop Healthy Habits in East Dunbartonshire. A series of cycling events are being organised by East Dunbartonshire Council and partners – including evening bike rides and cycle schools, writes Imogen Lovie. The events are proving…
Read MoreStirling opts for some smart thinking
Visitors to Stirling are set to benefit from digital and interactive technology which will enhance the experience for both tourists and residents. Attracting 250,000 more visitors per annum and positioning Stirling as an “economic and cultural powerhouse” is at the heart of Stirling’s ambitious City Region Deal. In order to drive this ambition, Stirling’s new…
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