Skerryvore
‘I’m still just a ceilidh boy at heart’ - Martin Gillespie, Skerryvore Martin Gillespie (@skerrypiper) is a piper, whistles and accordion player, and founding member of top Scottish Traditional Folk Rock band ‘Skerryvore’ (@skerryvore). Originally from the Isle of Tiree, Martin was immersed in the ‘West Coast Ceilidh’ tradition from an early age,
Ardross Distillers Group
Crafting Exceptional Scotch Whisky with a Vision... The Ardross vision started as a whimsical dream, fuelled by years of knowledge and a sprinkle of unique insight. Embracing 4 fundamental principles - quality, quality, quality and quality - this friendly endeavour leaves no room for compromise. A VISION BEYOND TRENDS: Unfazed by fleeting trends,
Cammy Barnes
Born in the Kingdom of Fife, Scotland, Cammy Barnes has had success with multiple singles charting in the UK Top 20 and #1 entries on the Singer-Songwriter and Country/Alt iTunes Charts. He has supported Brit award-winning artist Tom Walker, and played several sell out shows including the prestigious King Tuts in Glasgow!
Gatehouse Gin
Discover the unique flavours of Gatehouse Gin! Distilled at the Wyndham Duchally Country Estate, Gatehouse Gin (@gatehousegin) is a testament to the commitment and passion of its creators. Through careful selection of ingredients such as apple, rosehip, gooseberries, and thistle, Gatehouse Gin boasts a flavour profile that's as unique as it is captivating!
Isle of Raasay Distillery
Presenting the Isle of Raasay Gin (@raasaydistillery) in a bottle as exquisitely crafted as the liquid within. The bottle's design reflects the island's impressive geology, encapsulating the spirit of its unique surroundings. The signature recipe blends ten carefully chosen botanicals, including Raasay juniper, sweet orange peel, and lemon peel, distilled to perfection. Bottled at
Amy Laurenson
Amy Laurenson is a pianist from the Shetland Isles, currently based in Glasgow. Rooted in the traditional music of Shetland, Amy explores the music of her homeland alongside traditional and folk music from Scotland, Ireland and Scandinavia. Growing up surrounded by classical music, she has developed a style which fuses traditional, classical and jazz
Mary Somerville
Mary Somerville (1780–1872), a Scottish scientist, mathematician, and writer, made remarkable contributions to the fields of mathematics and astronomy during a time when women faced significant challenges in pursuing scientific careers. Her work not only broke down gender barriers in the sciences but also helped advance women's education. Here are some key aspects of Mary
Mary Barbour
Mary Barbour, a Scottish social activist and suffragist, gained fame for leading the Glasgow rent strikes of 1915. Born on February 22, 1875, in Kilbarchan, Renfrewshire, Scotland, Barbour grew up in a working-class family. Her father worked as a calico printer, while her mother made a living as a weaver. Barbour's upbringing in a working-class
London to Edinburgh train
By Mark Howitt Travelling to Edinburgh from London this summer? You can fly between the two capital cities, but that’s so last century. No, there’s only one way to do the journey and that’s to take the train from London to Edinburgh. Unlike flying, you don’t have to sweat it out waiting to get through