NTS looking for new board of trustees members

Members of the National Trust for Scotland are being offered the opportunity to apply to join the election process for the charity’s board of trustees. From coastlines to castles, art to architecture, wildlife to wilderness, the Trust cares for heritage sites across Scotland and Trustees will play a key role aiding the Trust in encouraging…

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Is the badger really public enemy number one?

Attacked on all sides, and the victim of government-sponsored culls as well as unimaginable brutality at the hands of criminal gangs, the badger faces a difficult future. It’s a sunny afternoon in a bramble thicket deep in Perthshire woodland. A robin appears and cocks his head in our direction, turning over the newly disturbed leaf…

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A home that’s ‘perfect for lovers and dreamers’

A beautifully positioned home in a quite outstanding location with spectacular views over Diabaig Bay, Loch Torridon and the hills of Applecross is now for sale. Grace Cottage, at 7 Diabaig, Torridon, Achnasheen, Ross-shire, is presented to the market by Strutt and Parker. Grace Cottage is a charming converted ‘Old black house’ cottage which has…

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Gannets begin to arrive for their breeding season

Scotland’s national conservation and education charity, the Scottish Seabird Centre is celebrating the arrival of the first of this season’s gannets on the Bass Rock. The gannets have been spotted circling the rock in North Berwick for several weeks but, they have finally been seen landing on the island by Seabird Centre guide and gannet…

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Baby pine martins pose a challenge to rescue centre

TV viewers can find out more about the country’s wildlife when they go inside the Scottish SPCA’s wildlife rescue centre. Born to Be Wild is shown on the BBC Scotland channel on Mondays, and in the next episode, assistant manager Jonny has his hands full when a bunch of baby pine martens are brought in…

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Victorian country house at the heart of this estate

An attractive small country estate in a secluded location in beautiful rolling countryside is now for sale. Presented for sale by Galbraith, this estate comprises Slogarie House, a ranch house, the Coach House, extensive woodland and paddocks, a stable block, walled gardens, and a tennis court, in approximately 78 acres. Slogarie is beautifully tucked away…

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Taking those in need into the Scottish forests

An award-winning UK cabin holiday company has announced a new partnership with national charity the Family Holiday Association. This partnership with Forest Holidays will provide back-to-nature breaks for families coping with some of the toughest challenge’s life can bring, such as severe and long-term illness, bereavement, mental health issues, disability and domestic violence. Holidays in…

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Coul House Hotel is a classic Scottish country estate

The Ancient Mackenzies of Coul picked a wonderful situation for this classic country house, built in 1821 for Sir George Mackenzie as he inherited his family’s estate. Its stunning views over Strathconon and beyond, eight acres of mature woodland, several log fires, comfortable lounges and a unique octagonal dining room make it an ideal venue…

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Rare chance to explore the depths of Caledonian Canal

Visitors are being offered the chance to learn about the engineering, history and wildlife of the historic Caledonian Canal and catch a glimpse of the waterway as they’ve never seen it before – without water. As part of its wide-ranging programme of winter maintenance, Scottish Canals have reduced the water level of over seven kilometres…

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A striking modern home with superb views

Easter Glasslie House is a superb modern property which stands in a wonderful quiet elevated country setting. Presented for sale by Galbraith , and significantly improved by the current owners, Easter Glasslie House is a striking contemporary house offering outstanding family accommodation of a high quality and specification, with many delightful bespoke features, on the…

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