Posts Tagged ‘wildlife’
A rare opportunity to own a castle steeped in history
An exceptional B-listed castle overlooking the white sands of Mull’s Calgary Bay has come to the market. Calgary Castle, which gave its name to the Canadian city of the same name, is for sale through Strutt & Parker. Dating to the mid-1700s and extended in the early 19th century by Alan MacAskill – a merchant…
Read MoreBest feet forward for new coastal walking path
A new 64-mile coastal path in the south of Scotland is to be created. The route, taking in the clifftop scenery of Scotland’s most southerly tip, will be built thanks to funding announced today by the National Lottery. The Rhins of Galloway Coast Path will be walking route from the Mull of Galloway to Loch…
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 MoreIsland property project could really pay off
A picture-perfect home boasting idyllic island serenity and stunning sea views has hit the market. The Boat House on the Isle of Jura in the Inner Hebrides, is surrounded by the best of Scotland’s wild terrain, creating a paradise for walkers and nature lovers. The partially completed home and detached boat house offer buyers a…
Read MoreHandy hints to keep your garden going during the heat
The effects of this summer’s blistering heat and dry weather has been showing up on the greens of Carnoustie with The Open. The normally verdant fairways have been a shade of burnt yellow, with green areas hard to find, showing just what a warm summer it’s been so far. The weather has hit many Scots…
Read MoreBotanic gardens are a hive of activity this summer
Folk music, ghost stories and horticulture are just some of the attractions to a Scottish botanic garden. Exotic conservation plants from the southern hemisphere complement activities of a very local nature, including a touch of the supernatural, at Logan Botanic Garden, near Stranraer. A new ‘island’ bed dedicated mainly to plants of South Africa and…
Read MorePut your mind at ease and join the Big Butterfly Count
Wildlife broadcaster and naturalist Sir David Attenborough is urging people across Scotland to take part in the world’s biggest butterfly survey over the next three weeks. The Big Butterfly Count starts on Friday, July 20, and Butterfly Conservation president Sir David said that taking part not only generates important data on butterflies, but also provides…
Read MoreGetting ready for a celebration of healthy food
A celebration of organic and sustainable growing and produce from Scotland is set to launch next month at Dumfries House in Ayrshire. The event will pre-empt a national festival of food and drink lined up for summer next year. Scottish Organic and Sustainable will promote organic and sustainable growing and production and will be launched…
Read MoreBe game for a laugh this summer at new exhibition
A celebration of fun and games is coming to Scotland next week, as part of a national touring exhibition. New Lanark World Heritage Site is hosting the V&A Museum of Childhood’s touring exhibition Game Plan: Board Games Rediscovered, in a week’s time, in their newly-developed Mill Gallery this summer from 20 July – 4 November.…
Read MoreA 19th century villa with great scenery
A stone-built Victorian villa with panoramic views over one of Scotland’s most stunning areas of coastal scenery has been put up for sale. Built in 1879, Sherbrooke in Tighnabruaich, Argyll and Bute, is presented by Bell Ingram and set in one acre of beautiful mature gardens with breathtaking views over the Kyles of Bute. The…
Read More