Posts Tagged ‘wind’
Why the mink must be exterminated
Mink are not cute and they’re not cuddly – this is one alien invader our indigenous wildlife could happily live without. At the time of Neanderthal man, animal skins were worn as a necessity against the elements. Indeed, without them life would have been well nigh impossible. These days, attitudes towards wearing fur clothing change…
Read MoreEdinburgh entrepreneur sets off on world’s ‘Impossible Row’
I love nothing more than an adventure story. Even better, tales of real-life explorers intent on pushing the physical and mental boundaries of mankind. Trading in his day job for three weeks and embarking on an epic mission of his own is Jamie Douglas-Hamilton from Edinburgh, founder of Actiph Water. Alongside five team members, Jamie…
Read MoreSignature scents for 20 Scottish bars
Scottish pub and restaurant group, Signature Pub Group, has introduced a range of scents to its 20 bars around Scotland, designed to give each venue its very own unique atmosphere. The fragrances have been handpicked and tailored to each location to create an evocative and memorable sensory experience. Guests can discover scents such as rich…
Read MoreA Highland estate with stunning island views
A unique opportunity to purchase a private estate with exceptional quality stalking and fishing on the spectacular Knoydart Peninsula. Kilchoan Estate provides the perfect secluded getaway with spectacular inland and coastal views to Skye, Rum and the other Small Isles beyond. Presented for sale by Bidwells, Kilchoan Estate is located on the Knoydart Peninsula, approximately…
Read MoreReintroducing the golden eagle to the south
‘The whole air is a thoroughfare for the eagle.’ I thought of these words of Euripides as I sat on the rocky shore, fringed by ancient oak woods, and watched a pair of golden eagles dance in the sky high above. I had been studying one of them as it sat silhouetted and motionless on…
Read MoreHealthy v sedentary lifestyles put on the spot
The contrasting lifestyle of two Scots is put in focus this weekend, showing the difference between sedentary and healthy living. While the damage is devastating it’s never too late to make a change – and a new TV series sets out to prove it. Laid Bare is a new three-part series from BBC Scotland, introducing…
Read MoreA Highland haven for sale with the Kilchoan Estate
A unique opportunity to purchase a private estate with exceptional quality stalking and fishing on the spectacular Knoydart Peninsula. Kilchoan Estate provides the perfect secluded getaway with spectacular inland and coastal views to Skye, Rum and the other Small Isles beyond. Presented for sale by Bidwells, Kilchoan Estate is located on the Knoydart Peninsula, approximately…
Read MoreSix Scottish golf destinations that are worth a visit
Scotland is the home of golf – a visit to the country is akin to a trip to Mecca: it’s a borderline religious pilgrimage for any serious golfer. The trip is more than a vacation, it’s an experience to be relished that you’ll talk about for years afterwards. Treasured memories are made on the courses…
Read MoreThe late, great Charles Jencks was romancing the stone
Architect Charles Jencks sadly passed away earlier this month, but he leaves behind an incredible legacy of work. In 2015, Scottish Field visited the stunning artland Charles created out of an open-cast mine, which stands as a lesson in cosmology and creative passion. Small plumes of smoke rise lazily from behind a pile of stones,…
Read MoreCalmel & Joseph: Finding the perfect blend
Peter Ranscombe returns to the Languedoc region in the south of France to learn how one négociant is taking the art of blending to the next level. AFTER spreading the gingham cloth over the trestle table, winemaker Laurent Calmel quickly began setting up his array of bottles and measuring cylinders. As the warm autumn sun…
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