Posts Tagged ‘west coast’
Artists and craftspeople will open their studios
A quirky celebration of Argyll’s talented artists is in store for visitors when it is host to an open studios event. A total of 39 interesting, creative and skilled artists and craftspeople will take part. This is the 11th year of Artmap Argyll, and the artists are opening their studios to art lovers. The locations…
Read MoreThree hidden gems in Scotland you may have missed
Just because they are not the most well-known locations does not mean they are not worth a visit. Here, we recommend some overlooked locations around Scotland and throw yourself into village culture. Catterline Often overshadowed by the better known village of Stonehaven nearby, Catterline is arguably just as enjoyable to visit on your travels along…
Read MoreEnjoy a taste of island life in Glasgow city centre
Discovering a world of whisky is just a phone call away in Glasgow this weekend. For two weekends this summer, starting today, Friday 3 August, visitors to Glasgow’s Platform at The Arches will be transported to the home of Jura Single Malt Whisky, as they are connected, island style, via experiential phone boxes that will…
Read MoreRestaurant is ready to mark National Oyster Day
An Edinburgh restaurant is getting ready for National Oyster Day this weekend. The Cannonball Restaurant & Bar on Castlehill has appointed the Capital’s only dedicated alfresco oyster shucker in time for National Oyster Day on Sunday, 5 August. Cannonball is situated on the site of a 16th century townhouse at the top of Edinburgh’s Royal…
Read MoreAn impressive home surrounded by natural beauty
An exceptional extended cottage situated in a magnificent lochside setting is now available to buy. Strutt and Parker present to the market Allt Mor, which overlooks Loch Leven, towards Glencoe. The accommodation has been extensively remodelled by the current owners, the original house having been built some 22 years ago. The house has a modern, practical…
Read MoreAlbum is like a ceilidh in your living room
This could be one of my shortest reviews yet. I love this album. That’s it! OK, I’d better say a bit more. Osgarra, meaning audible, distinct or even emphatic, is an accurate description of this mighty debut by a band whose West Coast musical heritage is showcased by refreshing the traditional with stylish contemporary musicianship. The recorded words…
Read MoreWhisky stories are just at the end of the phone box line
For two weekends this summer, starting today, Thursday, visitors to Edinburgh’s Fireside Arches will be transported to the home of Jura Single Malt Whisky. They will be connected, island style, via experiential phone boxes that will let guests sample the new Jura range. Nestled off the west coast of Scotland, Jura has one road, one…
Read MoreTalented Highland designers bring their talents home
Highland talent is coming together to bring couture to Fort William this Saturday. Fashion designers Lorna Gillies and Gemma Carver, who are both from Lochaber, recently decided to come back to their homeland to start their businesses. After both studying in the field of fashion and gaining industry experience in other countries, they showcased at Scotland Re:designed in…
Read MoreA modern home offering space and comfort
A bespoke and substantial modern home is being presented for sale. Bell Ingram offer Montrose House, near Inverary, which was completed in 2007. There are high quality fixtures and fittings throughout the property. The layout has been carefully planned and considered. The property is of timber frame construction with a slated roof accommodating solar panels.…
Read MoreRiding from the east coast to the west – and back
Every year it takes Iona Scobie three days to lead her ponies from the east to west coast as she crosses the remote wilderness in a remarkable Highland migration – before returning by the same route later in the year. Iona and her partner Julien Legrand together run the Scobie family estate at East Rhidorroch,…
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