Edinburgh’s festivals: Are we playing with fire?
They bring £0.5bn into the capital every year. But insiders say we are in danger of killing the golden goose of Edinburgh festivals by continuing to treat them as cash...
The high-wire juggling act for Edinburgh Fringe event organisers
What are the key elements of ensuring sustainability for performing arts organisations, business events and venues? What are the trade-offs between box office returns and maintaining creative innovation and astonishing...
Edinburgh Fringe Festival is open for business
Love the Fringe’s corporate membership programme gives Scottish businesses a compelling reason to invest in the world’s greatest arts festival — and a tangible return on every pound spent.Every August,...
Martyn’s Law 2027: how the Terrorism Protection Act will impact UK events, venues and security
The new Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 (also known as Martyn’s Law) will have implications in many business sectors, especially for venues and events with a capacity of over...
Why Glasgow’s love affair with cinema is up in lights
Glasgow Film Festival goes from strength to strength, while the city itself has become established as a hit location for directors When film actor James McAvoy recently brought his movie...
Community welcomes rebirth of Filmhouse in capital
It is heartening for cinephiles to see the former home of the Edinburgh International Film Festival making a comeback.In 2023, Scotland hosted three major international festivals: the Edinburgh International Film...
Peaks and pitfalls of buying an idyllic hotel
Selling up to buy a remote Scottish hotel is a fantasy for many. What is the reality? The stunning sea-view of Kisimul Castle – the clan stronghold of the Macneils...
Change of course
Reimagining a landmark golf hotel in St Andrews is a brave move. That’s what Michael Davern and his team have done at Seaton House Scotland’s most cherished towns. It is...
Scotland’s Finest: Galleries & Art
Academy Awards: The Royal Scottish Academy’s annual exhibition has once again showcased the nation’s artistic excellence, and its members’ work can be seen in many regional galleries Without parallel, the...
Well schooled in sporting success
After an exciting summer of sport, the role independent schools play in the success of British athletes has been in the headlines, with much of the silverware earned by their...