Community & Lifestyle Magazine
Heritage consultant David Hicks brings us the stories behind some of East Lothian’s historic properties. Greywalls in Gullane is known today as a rather grand hotel, but inside it still feels more like an Edwardian family home. What makes the house so special though is its connection with the leading designers of the period. The…
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In search of a more sustainable way of painting, artist Barbara Gardner-Rowell discovered the cold wax medium which allows old canvases to be reworked into art with history. Barbara set up her studio at Fenton Barns in 2016 and it has been a hive of industry ever since. She has an experimental approach and enjoys…
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Makers, artists and designers from across the country brought their wares to exhibit at the first New Lanark’s Makers Market where they showcased and sold their products in one of the most beautiful places in Scotland. From wands to handmade soap, from candles, paintings and accessories to delicious local foods there was something for everyone…
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For many of us, coffee is an integral part of our day. Whether we use it to wake up, to enjoy while we spend time with friends, to fuel our work and accompany business meetings or whether we work in coffee and it is our lifeblood. And that is why it is so important to…
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The sun is out, the sea is warming up, and the beaches are looking inviting, which can only mean one thing – summer is here and for Harvest Moon, East Lothian’s premier glamping destination, its peak season is in full swing. Nestled between the sand dunes and woodlands behind Tyninghame beach, Harvest Moon occupies arguably…
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Quintessentially British, the village fête is a summer tradition that we love in East Lothian. Be it the traditional county fair or highland games, a village gala or a summer games day there’s sure to be something happening for you to enjoy! We’ve scoured the county for this summer’s events so all you have to…
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An eclectic mix of acts has been unveiled for the 12th Fringe By The Sea festival which will once again be staged in North Berwick this August. Each August, a little slice of the Fringe heads to the seaside and for ten days great music, comedy, literature, film and much more take over North Berwick.…
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Hop along to Dalkeith Country Park this Easter for an action-packed range of Easter activities to enjoy. Get the children outdoors this Easter with a visit to Fort Douglas in Dalkeith Country Park. If you’re looking for things to do with the kids during the Easter holidays you’ll find lots of extra activities in this…
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Heritage consultant David Hicks brings us the stories behind some of East Lothian’s historic properties. As you travel along the main road from Ballencrieff into Longniddry, you catch a glimpse of a large and picturesque ruin known as Redhouse Castle. Its name is a little misleading though, as the building was a comfortable country retreat…
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