Posts Tagged ‘walking’
Dead Girl Walking presents a new thrilling mystery
Dead Girl Walking sees the long-awaited return of Jack Parlabane. Christopher Brookmyre’s ex-journalist protagonist has fallen from grace and has an investigative job looking for the missing lead singer of a pop group. Brookmyre writes convincingly from both the perspective of Parlabane and Monica (the violinist in the group). The plot is thrilling, tense and…
Read MoreA history of the Borders – delivered on foot
In compelling study Walking The Border, Ian Crofton documents his trek along the Anglo-Scottish Border, on foot or by train, digging deep into historical archives and listening to the stories of those along the way. In a larger sense, Crofton calls into question the borders which encircle us, restrict us, define us in a world…
Read MoreA versatile bungalow in an area of natural beauty
An impressive detached bungalow in an excellent residential location has been brought to the market for the first time. Windsmere, in Parkdaill, Hawick, is an impressive detached bungalow which was built by the current owner in 1952/53. Presented by Galbraith, the generally bright, versatile and well maintained family sized accommodation is all at ground floor…
Read MoreEnjoy a wee walk in the UK’s biggest national park
Wee Walks Week is back again next month, encouraging us to get out and about in Scotland. Walking is the best form of exercise – and completely free – and walkers are being encouraged to get active in the UK’s biggest National Park. From the 9–15 September the Cairngorms National Park is celebrating and promoting…
Read MoreWe try and test the Jack Wolfskin Vojo Hike II boots
Tried and tested – Jack Wolfskin Men’s Vojo Hike II Mid Hiking Boots (£69.99) What is it: A great lightweight, intermediate walking boot. Strong ankle support, breathable, waterproof and a comfy fit. What I liked: I tested these boots out on a three-day walk around the hills in the Scottish Borders, and having taken them…
Read More2019 Edinburgh Art Festival exhibitions at the Scottish Gallery
2019 marks the fifteenth year of the Edinburgh Art Festival which represents the visual arts in a month where Edinburgh is the cultural capital of the world and The Scottish Gallery is a proud partner. This festival month the Scottish Gallery have curated four unique exhibitions, showcasing Scottish and international excellence in painting, ceramics and…
Read MoreA delightful doggy day out with a difference
If you love dogs or have a dog and looking for somewhere to take them for a day out, this weekend offers you the perfect place to go. Traquair House, in Innerleithen, Peeblesshire, is holding its annual Dog Day’s Out this Sunday, 21 July, from 11am – 5pm. Now in its fourth year, this is…
Read MoreFirst Scottish display of post-impressionist artist’s work
An important painting by Post-Impressionist and Pointillist pioneer Georges Seurat (1859-1891) will soon go on display in Scotland for the first time. The painting has been loaned to the National Galleries of Scotland (NGS) from one of Europe’s most significant collections of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art, The Courtauld Gallery. Young Woman Powdering Herself, which has…
Read MoreAn attractive croft on serene Iona is for sale
A charming former croft house on the idyllic Isle of Iona has hit the market. Presented for sale by Bell Ingram’s Oban office, 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…
Read MoreGin Bothy sets up pop-up bar on the Cateran Trail
World Gin Day is taking place on Saturday 8 June this year. Coinciding with Scotland’s biggest – and toughest – endurance walking events, award-winning spirit producer Gin Bothy is opening a unique pop-up gin bar in the foothills of the Cairngorms to support the hundreds of participants taking part in the Cateran Yomp. The Cateran…
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