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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: Into the wild at Loch Rannoch Hotel

Rosie Morton swapped Edinburgh city for an outdoorsy retreat by the banks of Loch Rannoch - and it spoke to the soul.    Edinburgh has...
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Review: The Crusoe, Lower Largo

Richard Bath heads to Lower Largo for a stay at the Crusoe to see what has changed at this boutique hotel next to the quay....

We try and test the Jack Wolfskin Vojo Hike II boots

Tried and tested - Jack Wolfskin Men's Vojo Hike II Mid Hiking Boots (£69.99) What is it: A great lightweight, intermediate walking boot. Strong ankle...
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Ten fantastic places to visit in… Lochaber

Head to Lochaber, and you'll be instantly impressed by the mountainous beauty of the area. Ben Nevis is, of course, the best known landmark, but...
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Glenfiddich given a Taiwanese wine finish

Glenfiddich has launched Vino Formosa Cask Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky No. 2 with two limited-edition labels for Taiwan. Black Queen is limited to 280...
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10 fascinating facts about… Blair Atholl

Head to highland Perthshire, and you have to stop off in Blair Atholl. It's teeming with history, and there are incredible views to be found....
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Ten fantastic places to visit in… Ayrshire and Arran

There's far more to Ayrshire than being just Burns country. Wherever you go, you're never far form a little bit of history, a beautiful sight,...
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10 fascinating facts about… Skye

'Speed bonnie boat like a bird on the wing, Onward the sailors cry. Carry the lad that's born to be king, Over the sea to...
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Review: The Court restaurant opens in the new look Caledonian Edinburgh Hotel

The Caledonian Edinburgh, or The Caley as it’s known to you and I, has been undergoing something of a transformation. And as part of a...
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Scottish star Ewan McGregor gifted cask of Lagg Single Malt

Lagg Distillery on The Isle of Arran have gifted renowned Scottish actor Ewan McGregor his very own cask of Lagg Single Malt. The team at...
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Review: The Alchemist, Patron tequila experience

If you either like tequila, or don’t know whether you like tequila, I’d heartily recommend the weekly tasting session at Patron Parlour in The Alchemist...
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Producer’s Corner: Ross Main, Main’s Apiaries

As a child Ross Main loved helping his gamekeeper grandfather tend to his beehives.  With no protective gear, it was often a daunting experience, but...
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Review: An Autumnal Feast Night with Ballintaggart Farm

Rosie Morton was in for a treat when she headed for Ballintaggart’s Autumnal Feast Night in collaboration with the Isle of Harris Distillery... There it...
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Sail into Christmas with new Festive Afternoon Tea aboard Scotland’s luxury floating hotel

Scotland’s only five-star luxury floating hotel will be adding some festive magic to one of Edinburgh’s ultimate afternoon tea experiences. Permanently berthed in Edinburgh’s historic...

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