A brand-new independent festival is making one of the most confident debuts the UK has seen in years. Summer’s End Angus, taking place 14–16 August 2026 at Brechin Equestrian Fields, is bursting onto the national cultural map with a multi-genre line-up...
Read MoreWith a month to go the Tay Country Tourism Conference is building real momentum, with an inspiring line‑up of speakers. We’re delighted to announce that Jóhannes Þór Skúlason, Managing Director of the Icelandic Travel Industry Association (SAF), and Carrie-Ann Lightley, writer,...
Read MoreYoung entrepreneurs will be supported to turn their ideas into successful businesses through a new Scottish Government programme. The First Minister’s Start Up Challenge will empower young people aged 18 – 30 from disadvantaged or underrepresented backgrounds to start innovative businesses. Delivered...
Read MoreA local stonemason has created a bespoke stone carving to mark the arrival of Summer’s End Angus, as anticipation builds ahead of the festival’s full lineup announcement later this month. The piece was created by Alistair Anderson of Anderson Stone, who...
Read MoreScottish EDGE is set to provide more opportunities for entrepreneurs living outside the central belt thanks to a second round of its successful Regional EDGE competition. Backed by £400,000 of Scottish Government funding the competition is open for applications from...
Read MoreClimate change is both one of the biggest threats and opportunities facing our tourism and events industry. As outlined in our Corporate Plan, we’re committed to supporting businesses and events to take meaningful climate action, helping them reduce emissions and build...
Read MoreRural tax expert Nicola Sargeant has been promoted to director in the Forfar office of Scottish accountancy giant Johnston Carmichael (JC). Nicola gained her initial accountancy qualifications at Abertay University. She joined JC’s tax team in April 2018 after spells at Henderson...
Read MoreThe But ‘n’ Ben is a culinary landmark loved by locals and tourists – and a Hollywood icon. It’s been run by the Horn family for 50 years – but owners Margo and Angus have decided to hang up their pinnies...
Read MoreRide the North is returning to Glamis Castle in 2026 after delivering a vote of confidence in Angus. Each year, the cycling event draws a field of 2,000 participants, some from far-flung corners of the globe. It was launched in the north...
Read MoreA hotel in Arbroath will open its doors on Christmas Day to anyone on their own or keen to escape the festive “hustle and bustle”. Sianhan Smith, 31, has been a co-owner of The Townhouse Hotel on High Street since 2020. She...
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