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An insight into Scotland’s lost love of pewter

Pewter was in everyday use in most households, churches and places of commerce in Europe for hundreds of years. But it fell out of favour...

An amusing look at 50 of the ‘worst’ Scots

Acclaimed writer Allan Brown has amassed a hilarious collection of portraits of 50 of the most prominent offending villains and numpties. He cast a sharp...

RSABI appoints Carol McLaren as new chief executive

RSABI, the charity supporting people in Scottish agriculture, has announced its new chief executive. The trustees are delighted with the appointment of Carol McLaren as...
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World Gaelic Week is ready to be held next year

Scotland is to hold the first-ever World Gaelic Week next year. Following on from the international success of #LàAbairtNaGàidhlig or #sayagaelicphraseday during lockdown, Seachdain na...

New online resource planned for wild swimming

A new project is aiming to develop an online resource for Scotland's wild swimmers. The University of the Highlands and Islands has launched the project....
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The roaring twenties at the Scotch Malt Whisky Society

The world’s most entertaining whisky club is having a one-night only evening of glitz and glamour. The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) is transforming its...
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Review: Hotel du Vin, Newcastle

Alister Tenneb enjoyed a weekend get-a-way at the glamorous Hotel du Vin in the bustling city of Newcastle.   Less than a three hour drive...
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Top festive things to do and see near Pitlochry

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city during the festive season and head north to the lively small town of Pitlochry with our top...
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Review: Nature meets luxury on an autumn break at Cumbria’s Hidden River Cabins

Morag Bootland heads south of the border for a relaxing dog-friendly, family break at Hidden River Cabins in Cumbia. As we drive through the beautiful...
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Glasgow Marriott celebrates a new look

Over 300 guests descended on the refurbished Glasgow Marriott Hotel on Argyle Street last week to celebrate a night to remember for this award-winning property’s...
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The Enchanted Forest reveals this year’s theme

The 'Enchanted Forest' is returning this October and November with a new theme. The highly anticipated sound and light show, which takes place in Faskally...
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Review: The Alan, Manchester

Like many British cities over the last 30 years Manchester has enjoyed a remarkable renaissance thanks to huge injections from business, culture, sports and general...
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Review: SugarBird, Aberdeen

Grant Dickie tries out SugarBird's Sparkling Saturdays. For those familiar with Aberdeen’s wine scene, you are probably already aware of SugarBird’s first location on Union...
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Review: The Seafood Ristorante, St Andrews

Chief Sub-Editor Rosie Morton returns to St Andrews in celebration of The Seafood Ristorante’s 20th anniversary St Andrews speaks to the heart of so many....
Speyside Tour with SMWS 2 & 3rd Nov 2017.
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A Dram With Euan Campbell, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society: ‘We’re pushing boundaries but respecting the heritage of this centuries old drink.’

Whisky drinkers all over the world have likely heard of The Scotch Malt Whisky Society. Since the whisky club was first formed in 1983, it...
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Review: Sushisamba Afternoon Tea, Edinburgh

Chief Sub-Editor Rosie Morton takes tea in the lofty heights of SUSHISAMBA, a fusion restaurant on the tenth floor of the capital’s W Edinburgh hotel...
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Review: Liberté Brasserie, Edinburgh

Morag Bootland finds the perfect way to beat the winter blues at Liberté Brasserie. It’s fairly normal to hibernate through January, right? But if you...
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Sharks and 30ft waves: The deadly risks facing three Scots on a 14,000km Pacific row

For most people, shark-infested waters, mammoth waves, and fish that can pierce a boat’s hull would be the stuff of nightmares.  But for Jamie, Ewan,...

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