We caught up with Edinburgh Rifles, a gunshop local to the Scone area and exhibitors at The Scottish Game Fair for several years and asked a few questions. Who are Edinburgh Rifles? We are one of the fastest growing independent gunshops in the UK. What is special about you? We cater for all elements of shooting sports from pistols, rifles and shotguns, clay to game, stalking to target, indoor and outdoor. Anything unique? We are the last surviving gun shop in Edinburgh, serving the UK and overseas clients How long have you been going? Since 2018 What sort of clients do ...

We chatted to Hugh Beauchamp of Beauchamp Edinburgh, exhibitors at The Scottish Game Fair. Hugh Beauchamp at work Hugh, who are you? I’m a Scottish furniture designer and maker, born and raised in Edinburgh. I usually describe myself as a cabinet maker as it’s a term that encompasses the type of traditional small-scale fine work that I do. I specialise in bespoke boxes, which can range from small trinket boxes for an individual watch or piece or jewellery to chests to house large collections. Beauchamp Edinburgh is a solo operation, clients interact with me directly and all of the ...

We spent five minutes talking to Jamie Hodgson, founder of Whitehill & Paddock who are sponsoring the Estates Challenge at The Scottish Game Fair this year. Here's how the conversation went. How did you get the idea for Whitehill & Paddock? Whitehill & Paddock is a nod to my grandpa's love for field sports—he was a real old-school shooter. His stories and passion for the Scottish countryside stuck with me, inspiring the brand you see today. It wasn’t just about shooting jackets and trousers. It was about capturing that essence of tradition and blending it with a bit of modernity. We ...

  This year The GWCT Scottish Game Fair is taking place at Scotland’s iconic Scone Palace, 5-7 July and is supported once again by the world’s leading exploration company, Viking. Viking, which was founded in 1997, offers destination-focused journeys on rivers, oceans and lakes across all seven continents for culturally curious travellers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine. Wendy Atkin-Smith, Managing Director of Viking UK comments, “We have been involved with The Scottish Game Fair for several years and it is a partnership that we are delighted to continue with. Sponsoring  is an indication of our commitment to our ...

Simon Whitehead of Pakefield Ferrets is a unique character in modern day Britain. He is a rabbiting aficionado, author of many books which include the acclaimed ‘Ahead of the Game’ and his latest, ‘Pugs and Drummers’. Both delve into the history, harvest, preparation and cooking of wild rabbit, as well as looking into the mindset of the author. His demonstrations are both educational and amusing, but also promote the virtues and practice of ferreting to the wider world. https://youtu.be/vDPRSDx3nDE Performances From a village green to The Game Fair and in-between, Simon's arena demonstrations are ranked amongst the most entertaining and ...

We are extremely grateful to the help and support provided by Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) at The Scottish Game Fair. The charity has a stand at the Fair from which it provides a useful Shop & Drop service and also runs a buggy service from the main gate through to the car parks. Both are available to the public for a charity donation, which goes to a very good cause. The Scottish Charity Air Ambulance runs a buggy service from the car parks to the main gates Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance is there for the people of Scotland, ...

How can you make sure a conservatory will be a welcome extension to your home, a welcoming area that can be used year-round? Rather than a dumping place for half-dead plants and boxes, which is too hot in summer and too cold in winter? Planned carefully, a conservatory can be a comfortable living space throughout the year. But how do you achieve that? We talked to Mozolowski & Murray who will be exhibiting at The Scottish GameFair this summer and asked them a few questions about the right (and wrong way) to choose a conservatory. Do you need planning permission for ...

The swirl of a kilt, the music of bagpipes and dancers deftly moving their feet in time. Highland dancing is as Scottish as porridge, haggis, Robbie Burns and one of the hallmarks of this wonderful country's culture. The young Highland dancers who will be entertaining audiences at The Scottish Game Fair have learnt their technique at The Gordon School of Dancing in Montrose. I caught up with Robina Addison, the principal, and asked her a few questions. Q: Can you tell us a little about the history of Highland dancing and how it began? R: Traditionally kings and Scottish clan chiefs ...