http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/ en Description Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 Thu, 16 Apr 2009 09:05:00 +0000 The Argyll holiday market is showing strong evidence that it is still one of the most popular holiday destinations in Scotland, offering unspoilt landscapes, breathtaking scenery, and an abundance of outdoor attractions and visitor facilities. Scotland’s leading specialist holiday lettings agency, Cottages & Castles Ltd, supports this trend and is looking to increasing the number of holiday homes in its portfolio. The firm will be hosting an open-day event in Inveraray, Argyll on April 16. The one day event will allow current and prospective holiday home owners from the Argyll area to speak to professionals from Cottages & Castles and meet the company’s local representative, Katie Cox. Properties in the area which are currently in the Cottages & Castles portfolio, range from little croft cottages offering romantic breaks to large country homes or castles, creating the perfect backdrop for special occasions and family gatherings. Katie Cox, the Argyll & Islands representative for the firm is from the Perthshire village of Killin and now lives in Taynuilt, a little village east of Oban. Katie has unrivalled knowledge of the local market and since joining Cottages & Castles, little over a year ago, has taken on 36 new homes. Katie Cox said: “An increasing number of people are now choosing to holiday at home rather than rent villas abroad. This type of holiday maker tends to enjoy a slightly higher standard of house with the modern touch. At the other end of the market there are many who like to pile their dogs and children in a car and go to a family friendly home. “We take on a wide range of properties to cater for all types of holidays and budgets and treat every house individually. Cottages & Castles offer a tailored and flexible approach to working with owners on the rental of their property, either on an exclusive basis whereby we handle all the bookings, or working alongside the owner with their current marketing and booking procedures.” The event will be held on Thursday 16 April at Loch Fyne Hotel, Inveraray from 10am – 6.30pm and is open to anyone who wishes to come along on the day. Event contact details Telephone: 01866 822 656 Email: katie.cox@cottages-and-castles.co.uk http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/news/detail/601.html Mon, 02 Feb 2009 17:00:00 +0000 Network Ten Secures Exclusive Australian Broadcast Rights Deal For Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games ... 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Glasgow 2014 RSS Feeds | News-releases http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/news/detail/rss12890.html Mon, 02 Feb 2009 17:00:00 +0000 The national and international marketing campaign run for the Bid to bring the Commonwealth Games to... The national and international marketing campaign run for the Bid to bring the Commonwealth Games to... Glasgow 2014 RSS Feeds | News-releases http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/news/detail/rss12889.html Mon, 02 Feb 2009 17:00:00 +0000 The Chief Executive who will deliver the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games has been appointed. John ... The Chief Executive who will deliver the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games has been appointed. John ... Glasgow 2014 RSS Feeds | News-releases http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/news/detail/rss12888.html Mon, 02 Feb 2009 17:00:00 +0000 The Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games can be the most sustainable multi-sports event ever held - with ... The Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games can be the most sustainable multi-sports event ever held - with ... Glasgow 2014 RSS Feeds | News-releases http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/news/detail/rss12887.html Mon, 02 Feb 2009 17:00:00 +0000 A major Operational Review into the Bid for Glasgow to host the Commonwealth Games in 2014 has been ... A major Operational Review into the Bid for Glasgow to host the Commonwealth Games in 2014 has been ... Glasgow 2014 RSS Feeds | News-releases http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/news/detail/rss12886.html Mon, 02 Feb 2009 17:00:00 +0000 Scotland's push for medals in the 2014 Commonwealth Games has been given a major boost, with the ann... Scotland's push for medals in the 2014 Commonwealth Games has been given a major boost, with the ann... Glasgow 2014 RSS Feeds | News-releases http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/news/detail/rss12885.html Mon, 02 Feb 2009 17:00:00 +0000 One of Scotland's leading business figures has been appointed to a key role in delivering the "best ... One of Scotland's leading business figures has been appointed to a key role in delivering the "best ... Glasgow 2014 RSS Feeds | News-releases http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/news/detail/rss12884.html Mon, 02 Feb 2009 17:00:00 +0000 Derek Casey, Director of the successful Bid for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games, will call for v... Derek Casey, Director of the successful Bid for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games, will call for v... Glasgow 2014 RSS Feeds | News-releases http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/news/detail/rss12883.html Thu, 30 Oct 2008 17:17:52 +0000 Run Conditions: So here we are again, the end of another epic season. On behalf of the Management and Staff we would like to thank you all for your continuing support and we look forward to seeing you all again next season. ROCK AND ROLL!!!!!!!!!!! Current weather at 2200ft: Weather forecast: Clear, sunshine with gentle breeze. Road Status: All Roads Clear. Maximum vert descent: 1,636 feet News from the slopes Please call our weather report and booking line 01855 851226 for regularly updated information. During the summer months we have been busy upgrading the restaurant facilities with new decking at the Plateau Cafe. The ski hire has benefited from a complete refit and has again been stocked with new equipment. The ski hire can be very busy at weekends so arrive early to secure equipment. Lift status: 1: AccessChairlift - Closed 2: PlateauTow - Closed 3: CliffhangerChairlift - Closed 4: LowerT-BarTow - Closed 5: Topbuttontow - Closed 6: TopT-BarTow - Closed 7: BeginnersTow - Closed Last update: Sun, 27 Apr 2008 17:57:00 BST Run Conditions: So here we are again, the end of another epic season. On behalf of the Management and Staff we would like to thank you all for your continuing support and we look forward to seeing you all again next season. ROCK AND ROLL!!!!!!!!!!! Current weather at 2200ft: Weather forecast: Clear, sunshine with gentle breeze. Road Status: All Roads Clear. Maximum vert descent: 1,636 feet News from the slopes Please call our weather report and booking line 01855 851226 for regularly updated information. During the summer months we have been busy upgrading the restaurant facilities with new decking at the Plateau Cafe. The ski hire has benefited from a complete refit and has again been stocked with new equipment. The ski hire can be very busy at weekends so arrive early to secure equipment. Lift status: 1: AccessChairlift - Closed 2: PlateauTow - Closed 3: CliffhangerChairlift - Closed 4: LowerT-BarTow - Closed 5: Topbuttontow - Closed 6: TopT-BarTow - Closed 7: BeginnersTow - Closed Last update: Sun, 27 Apr 2008 17:57:00 BST http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/news/detail/rss12807.html Thu, 30 Oct 2008 11:28:00 +0000 The charming village of Ballater is located eight miles to the east of Balmoral Castle alo...cut... The charming village of Ballater is located eight miles to the east of Balmoral Castle alo...cut... http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/news/detail/rss12778.html Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:51:00 +0000 Run Conditions: As you may have seen from our webcam pictures there have been falls of snow on the mountain over the last few days but not enough to commence snowsports. Keep advised of conditions by checking our website or subscribing to the Nevis Range SMS text alert service. The Gondola is a great way for visitors from all walks of life to access the mountain and views. It is open throughout the summer 10am to 5pm (wind permitting) until mid November. The Downhill track is now closed for the 08 season. This page is updated daily and includes snow and weather information in the winter. Current weather at 650m: CURRENT WEATHER Dry and sunny with very good visibility. Wind/Temp 650m: SW 0-10mph, -1C. Weather forecast: FORECAST FOR THURSDAY Dry with sunny spells. Wind/temp at 900m: N/NW 20mph, -2C Road Status: ROADS Clear Maximum vert descent: News from the slopes Friday 31st October. Halloween. Ride the gondola in the dark, wrap up warm and walk the trail of the witch of Leanachan, or stay in the warm and dook for apples and enjoy a Halloween meal. Prizes for the best fancy dress and the best pumpkin lantern. 25% discount on gondola tickets for those in fancy dress. The Restaurant, Bar, Shop and Discovery Centre are open during gondola operating times. There are two gravelled paths to the viewpoints and a kids play area. . Lift status: 1: AlphaButton - Closed 2: QuadChair - Closed 3: GooseT-Bar - Closed 4: SummitButton - Closed 5+6: Linnhe/Lochy Button - Closed 7: PortableTrainerTow - Closed 8: WarrensT-Bar - Closed 9: GreatGlenChair - Closed 10: RobRoyT-Bar - Closed 11: BraveheartChair - Closed 12: Gondola - Open Last update: Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:51:00 GMT Run Conditions: As you may have seen from our webcam pictures there have been falls of snow on the mountain over the last few days but not enough to commence snowsports. Keep advised of conditions by checking our website or subscribing to the Nevis Range SMS text alert service. The Gondola is a great way for visitors from all walks of life to access the mountain and views. It is open throughout the summer 10am to 5pm (wind permitting) until mid November. The Downhill track is now closed for the 08 season. This page is updated daily and includes snow and weather information in the winter. Current weather at 650m: CURRENT WEATHER Dry and sunny with very good visibility. Wind/Temp 650m: SW 0-10mph, -1C. Weather forecast: FORECAST FOR THURSDAY Dry with sunny spells. Wind/temp at 900m: N/NW 20mph, -2C Road Status: ROADS Clear Maximum vert descent: News from the slopes Friday 31st October. Halloween. Ride the gondola in the dark, wrap up warm and walk the trail of the witch of Leanachan, or stay in the warm and dook for apples and enjoy a Halloween meal. Prizes for the best fancy dress and the best pumpkin lantern. 25% discount on gondola tickets for those in fancy dress. The Restaurant, Bar, Shop and Discovery Centre are open during gondola operating times. There are two gravelled paths to the viewpoints and a kids play area. . Lift status: 1: AlphaButton - Closed 2: QuadChair - Closed 3: GooseT-Bar - Closed 4: SummitButton - Closed 5+6: Linnhe/Lochy Button - Closed 7: PortableTrainerTow - Closed 8: WarrensT-Bar - Closed 9: GreatGlenChair - Closed 10: RobRoyT-Bar - Closed 11: BraveheartChair - Closed 12: Gondola - Open Last update: Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:51:00 GMT http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/news/detail/rss12809.html Wed, 29 Oct 2008 16:04:00 +0000 Run Conditions: CairnGorm Mountain Statement- Wednesday 29th October. Conditions at CairnGorm Mountain are being reviewed daily. If significant snowfall does persist, we will consider opening this weekend only (1st and 2nd November) for ski-ing from the train only. There are no plans to open uplift for skiing during the November maintenance period but this will continue to be reviewed. However the priority remains to complete the planned maintenance so as to be ready for a December ski-ing operation. Current weather at 1097m: Current Weather: Weather forecast: Forecast for Road Status: Open Maximum vert descent: 0m News from the slopes The first Funicular up is at 10.00, (10.20 on Wednesday), with the last up at 16.20 and the last one down at 17.00. The Funicular will close for its annual maintenance period from Monday 3rd November until early December. The Christmas Market will however be running in the t-bar, selling gifts treats and present ideas. Check out our website for further details. Lift status: 1: Funicular Railway - Open 2: Car Park T-bar - Closed 3: Fiacaill Ridge Poma - Closed 4: Sheiling Platter Poma - Closed 5: Coire Cas T-bar - Closed 6: M1 Poma - Closed 7: White Lady T-bar - Closed 8: Coire na Ciste T-Bar - Closed 9: Trainer Tow 1 - Closed 10: Ptarmigan T-Bar - Closed 11: West Wall Poma - Closed 12: Day Lodge Poma - Closed Last update: Wed, 29 Oct 2008 16:04:00 GMT Run Conditions: CairnGorm Mountain Statement- Wednesday 29th October. Conditions at CairnGorm Mountain are being reviewed daily. If significant snowfall does persist, we will consider opening this weekend only (1st and 2nd November) for ski-ing from the train only. There are no plans to open uplift for skiing during the November maintenance period but this will continue to be reviewed. However the priority remains to complete the planned maintenance so as to be ready for a December ski-ing operation. Current weather at 1097m: Current Weather: Weather forecast: Forecast for Road Status: Open Maximum vert descent: 0m News from the slopes The first Funicular up is at 10.00, (10.20 on Wednesday), with the last up at 16.20 and the last one down at 17.00. The Funicular will close for its annual maintenance period from Monday 3rd November until early December. The Christmas Market will however be running in the t-bar, selling gifts treats and present ideas. Check out our website for further details. Lift status: 1: Funicular Railway - Open 2: Car Park T-bar - Closed 3: Fiacaill Ridge Poma - Closed 4: Sheiling Platter Poma - Closed 5: Coire Cas T-bar - Closed 6: M1 Poma - Closed 7: White Lady T-bar - Closed 8: Coire na Ciste T-Bar - Closed 9: Trainer Tow 1 - Closed 10: Ptarmigan T-Bar - Closed 11: West Wall Poma - Closed 12: Day Lodge Poma - Closed Last update: Wed, 29 Oct 2008 16:04:00 GMT http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/news/detail/rss12810.html Wed, 29 Oct 2008 15:17:00 +0000 Run Conditions: Eagle1, Grouse and Snowy Owl are all complete but they have some thin areas.No nursery area complete. WE PLAN TO OPEN THE CENTRE ON FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY weather permitting. Current weather at 650 : ry and sunny Weather forecast: Snow showers, some heavy Road Status: ROADS Open. Maximum vert descent: News from the slopes Limited skiing on 3 runs for the weekend. Hire available. Lift status: 1: Eagle - Closed 2: Osprey - Closed 3: Grouse - Closed 4: Robin - Closed 5: Wren - Closed 6: Snowy Owl Chair - Closed 7: Tubing - Closed 8: Magic Carpet - Closed 9: Petrel - Closed 10: Kestrel - Closed 11: Falcon - Closed 12: Harrier - Closed 13: Rail Park - Closed 14: Buzzard - Closed 15: Eagle 2 - Closed Last update: Wed, 29 Oct 2008 15:17:00 GMT Run Conditions: Eagle1, Grouse and Snowy Owl are all complete but they have some thin areas.No nursery area complete. WE PLAN TO OPEN THE CENTRE ON FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY weather permitting. Current weather at 650 : ry and sunny Weather forecast: Snow showers, some heavy Road Status: ROADS Open. Maximum vert descent: News from the slopes Limited skiing on 3 runs for the weekend. Hire available. Lift status: 1: Eagle - Closed 2: Osprey - Closed 3: Grouse - Closed 4: Robin - Closed 5: Wren - Closed 6: Snowy Owl Chair - Closed 7: Tubing - Closed 8: Magic Carpet - Closed 9: Petrel - Closed 10: Kestrel - Closed 11: Falcon - Closed 12: Harrier - Closed 13: Rail Park - Closed 14: Buzzard - Closed 15: Eagle 2 - Closed Last update: Wed, 29 Oct 2008 15:17:00 GMT http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/news/detail/rss12808.html Mon, 27 Oct 2008 13:48:00 +0000 The story of Rob Roy MacGregor is legendary. Known as an outlaw and folk hero in Scotland,...cut... The story of Rob Roy MacGregor is legendary. Known as an outlaw and folk hero in Scotland,...cut... http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/news/detail/rss12777.html Fri, 24 Oct 2008 02:39:00 +0000 Community Website for Argyll with News, Events and Background Information Community Website for Argyll with News, Events and Background Information http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/news/detail/rss12796.html Wed, 22 Oct 2008 18:12:00 +0000 Whisky boys - passionate on everything whisky. single malts and blends. Whisky boys - passionate on everything whisky. single malts and blends. http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/news/detail/rss12795.html Thu, 16 Oct 2008 13:44:00 +0000 In an effort to encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to explore the multitude of d...cut... In an effort to encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to explore the multitude of d...cut... http://cottages-and-castles.co.uk/news/detail/rss12774.html