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The summer holidays are officially here, well in Scotland at least, and all this unexpected sunshine in usually rainy Argyll has got us all on the al fresco dining train. There are so many fantastic picnic spots a short walk or drive away from Lochgilphead. Along the canal bank, the front green on our doorstep, the rugged castle grounds of Carnasserie or one of the stunning beaches nearby like Kilmory beach or Crinan Ferry, all perfect for picnics, weather permitting!...

Scotland may not be the first place to spring to mind when you are thinking about your summer getaway. The land of the Celts may conjure images of cold and wet moors- not exactly a beach in the Caribbean. However, Scotland has a wealth of stunning landscapes, breath-taking views and inspiring towns and cities to visit this summer. 1. Edinburgh A tale of two cities steeped in medieval and Georgian history and architecture combined with the variety and life of...

With the summer holidays upon us, parents across the land will have to contend with the not-always-welcome presence of their offspring morning, noon and night. In order to keep these young minds occupied and out of trouble, it’s often necessary to devise suitable distractions for them. These distraction needn’t be needless chores, either – they can be a great opportunity to develop a life skill. In this article, we’ll run through a few of them, and see how to keep...