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A group of women in bright bathing costumes standing in the sea with the beach behind them

Taking the plunge on St Andrews’ West Sands for International Women’s Day

Bob & Blether, the town’s cold-water swimming group, will be holding an event in partnership with the five-star Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa. 

Signature group launches digital loyalty scheme with 25% discount

Once they are signed up, the new ‘Crave’ initiative will offer Signature’s regulars a pass to a range of discounts at its venues throughout 2025 and beyond. 
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Diageo wants to know – have you got what it takes to be World...

The international drinks giant has announced the opening of submissions for the 2025 edition of its World Class mixology competition.
A tracked ground excavator on Scottish moorland in the sunshine.

Raise a glass to the future of the planet with Isle of Arran Distillers

In a project to further the island's net-zero strategy, the whisky producer has partnered with Dougarie Estate to help restore 325 hectares of damaged peatland.
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Old Town pub The Piper’s Rest prepares to celebrates its fifth birthday

Located just off the Royal Mile, the pub has built a devoted fan base by championing traditional Scottish produce and supporting local live music. 
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Learning for Life graduates put on a Burns’ Night for The UK Government

The Burns Connections Reception in Whitehall welcomed 160 guests, including Secretary of State Ian Murray and Scotland Office Minister Kirsty McNeill.

Glasgow’s defunct Clydeside Virgin Hotel acquired by Martin Property Group

The luxury 17-storey hotel originally opened under the Virgin brand in August 2023, prior to its ‘unexpected and sudden’ closure the following December. 
A traditional Glasgow building that's been converted to a pub/ restaurant

Merchant Pubs & Bars acquires and refreshes The Drake on Woodlands Rd

The Glasgow-based independent hospitality group's portfolio already includes BAaD (Barras Art & Design) and Blackfriars.

Cutting back or cutting out alcohol is a consumer trend that can’t be ignored

Once only an issue for the hospitality trade for a single month, Dry January has extended its reach with many people now continuing alcohol moderation well into the year. 

New Highland hotel opens its doors in the Cairngorms National Park

There's over 1700 square miles of 'Highland winter wonderland' in the Cairngorms National Park - and the area's hospitality industry is keen to attract more visitors to the area.

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