Walkers are being invited to join in a special trek along part of the John Muir Way. It will link up two historic churches and a castle used in the TV series “Outlander”. The trek, on Saturday, April 20, is being organised by Step Forth – which delivers volunteer-run health walks across the Falkirk Council… Continue reading Explore two churches and a castle along the Way
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Helping the NHS connect on iTunes
The PR Store has helped Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS) - part of NHS Scotland - launch a series of "QI Connect" podcasts for health professionals. The audio recordings are edited versions of previous HIS webinars (online presentations), with new introductions by Dr Brian Robson. Five episodes are now available: Maureen Bisognano – ‘Quality improvement across health… Continue reading Helping the NHS connect on iTunes
Inventor James Watt celebrated during special year
Activities mark 200th anniversary of inventor's death He was one of the pioneers of the Industrial Revolution. He became so famous his name was used to denote a unit of energy. Now – in 2019 – heritage chiefs are going “full steam ahead” with efforts to honour him. January 5 marks the 250th anniversary of… Continue reading Inventor James Watt celebrated during special year
See Renaissance singers at historic Kinneil
Renaissance singers are set to entertain crowds at historic Kinneil House in Bo’ness. The Gargoyles of Gargunnock group will appear as part of a free open day this weekend. Visitors can step inside the mansion – and enjoy the music – from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, August 26, 2018. The event has been… Continue reading See Renaissance singers at historic Kinneil
Tour Kinneil House for free in 2018
New series of open days gets underway on March 24 Longer opening hours to meet growing demand for access New-style timed tours, leaving from neighbouring Kinneil Museum It boasts some of the best renaissance wall paintings in Scotland. It was home to one of the most noble families in the country, the Hamiltons. And it’s… Continue reading Tour Kinneil House for free in 2018
Discover secrets of historic Kinneil
Historic Kinneil House in Bo’ness will come under the spotlight at a free conference this Sunday, November 19, 2017 The “Experts Day” will take place at the nearby Hippodrome Cinema in Bo’ness town centre. Members of the public are being invited to attend. The event has been organised by Historic Environment Scotland and The Friends… Continue reading Discover secrets of historic Kinneil
The Great Big Walk ends with a Big Lunch – and a big rest!
Walkers on an epic trek across the UK got their chance to put their feet up today (Sunday, June 18) . . . and have a cuppa with locals in Edinburgh. The Great Big Walk – which has seen teams of walkers fan across the country - ended its Scottish leg with a “Big Lunch”… Continue reading The Great Big Walk ends with a Big Lunch – and a big rest!
The Great Big Walk
The PR Store is providing PR support en route to The Great Big Walk , running across the UK this June. Read on to find out more. You'll also find PR contacts at the end of this post. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TSt4nyOOeg The Great Big Walk – thegreatbigwalk.com - is an idea from the Eden Project, funded by… Continue reading The Great Big Walk
Group’s ambitions for sculpture to bring art lovers to Queensferry
A NEW public art sculpture – celebrating Queensferry’s famous bridges – could soon have a new home overlooking the Firth of Forth. Business group Queensferry Ambition has just gained planning consent from the City of Edinburgh Council to site “The Guardian of the Bridges” on McIver’s Brae, just off Edinburgh Road, at the eastern end… Continue reading Group’s ambitions for sculpture to bring art lovers to Queensferry
Wheel gone kids …
Youngsters had a “wheely good time” on Saturday – as they flocked to the stalls in Queensferry town centre. The kids visited the Queensferry Ambition displays, set up to promote walking, cycling and using public transport. It was part of European Mobility Week. Members of the 21st South Queensferry Scout Group were out in force… Continue reading Wheel gone kids …
