Wild Lochaber Blogs
The latest bleats from the sheep on the street...
Blogs (web logs) and blogspots provide a unique insight into Highland life and nature in Lochaber and The West Highlands.
We have put together a collection of Lochaber blogs to highlight the traditions, culture and wildlife in the various regions, including the West Coast Islands.
We show entries from the last 100 days, organised by region, topic and blog. The titles and text snippets give a taste of each entry with direct links to the main blog entry on the host website. We hope you will find time to explore the full articles and further information on the host blog sites.
Please feel free to contact us if you have any suggestions for blogs you would like to see here.
The Oban Times
-
In response to the publication of the Good Food Nation Plan earlier last week, Ariane Burgess wrote to the Scottish Government about supporting struggling farmers, crofters and growers that do not receive standard farm support payments.
-
Sadness as club legend June Pearson - who devoted 60 years of her life to the team - passes away.
-
Unity Enterprise’s island-based carers support officer, Sheena Morrisson will be hosting a coffee and chat event for all unpaid carers.
-
The island’s church, playpark and ’Bodach and Cailleach’ standing stones are among the subjects in images submitted to a national photography contest.
-
The motorist admitted driving without due care and attention and consideration for other road users following a crash.
-
Oban Times team wins award for their Invest in the West campaign.
-
A councillor for Skye & Raasay and leader of the Conservative group in Highland Council, Ruraidh also works for a Highlands & Islands MSP.
-
Research finds an "urgent need" to support young women who are experiencing isolation in one of Europe’s most sparsely populated areas.
Simon Willis
-
It is one of Scotland's most recognisable mountains.The An Sgurr, better known as the Sgurr of Eigg, rises a modest 393m (1289ft) from the Inner Hebridean island off Scotland's west coast.We regularly glimpse the Small Isles as we ride and drive around Ardnamurchan where we live, and it's always...
Ardtornish Estate and Gardens, Self catering holidays Scotland
-
My wife Lynne and I are both keen amateur photographers and focus mainly on outdoor subjects. I enjoy the challenge of landscapes and Lynne excels in taking close up macro photos of flowers and fungi. But we both love wildlife, and that’s the main reason we love Ardtornish so much and keep coming...
-
The perfect Valentine’s dinner? Serves 1 Ingredients 1 Ardtornish Sirloin or Rump Steak 2 large leeks, Ardtornish Kitchen Garden 1/2 medium lemon, juiced 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 3 sprigs fresh thyme, Ardtornish Kitchen Garden 1/4 cup dry white wine, Ardtornish Farm Shop 1...
-
At this time of year, our immune systems can always benefit from a wee boost! Having survived the recent frosts, our baby beets from the Ardtornish Kitchen Garden are full of detoxifying minerals and can help to give us just that. This recipe is also a great way to use up any frozen leftovers from...
Treshnish Farm
-
Chûn QuiotNewlynCarn EunyNear the Gurnard's Head pubPenzancePorthleven, after a stormFlushing Farmer's Market, on a Saturday morningNewlynSt Michael's MountSheds above Betsy's CoveCudden Point
Marc Calhoun
-
This coming September I will have the privilege of guiding another cruise on Hjalmar Bjorge. Built in 1963, Hjalmar Bjørge served for thirty-three years as a rescue ship for the Norwegian fishing fleet. Seventy-five feet long, and twenty wide, this ninety-ton powerhouse, with her name proudly...
Lochaber Chamber of Commerce
-
Learn to love February more with some theatre to give you some winter boing! It can be tough getting through the last part of winter, though Bright Productions might just help you hang on ’til Spring. They are a big believer in the power of play and the joy of creativity for teenagers and...
-
The Best of Broadway comes to Fort William! The World’s Greatest Stage Musicals. Showings February to May Starting soon, a season of fantastic, crowd-pleasing, critically acclaimed and multi-award winning musicals at Highland Cinema – Kinky Boots, My Favorite Things, Titanic, An...
-
Some Lochaber Chamber members have already used Fort William Bike Shed services to support their staff in accessing and continuing cycling. They can arrange a drop in at your workplace and carry out taster sessions, Dr Bike checks and offer loans of E bikes and accessories. They can also advise...
-
West Property has just completed the renovation of two properties for short- to medium-term company lets. Marina Apartments provide two comfortable two-bedroom serviced apartments in the heart of Corpach. They offer a stress-free solution for companies looking for a cost-effective way to...
-
Lochaber Hope and New Connections are launching a brand new podcast! It’s a great way to keep updated on what’s happening and get a feel-good serotonin boost at the same time! From 30 January, you’ll find ‘Talking Hope’ on Apple, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts....
-
ALVANCE British Aluminium is delighted to announce that they have been certified against the latest Aluminium Stewardship Performance Standard – V3. This certification is a testament to ALVANCE’s unwavering commitment to sustainable practices, responsible sourcing, and industry-leading...