Press
New Malmaison Hotel to Create 120 Jobs in Dundee
Release Date: 23 Jan 2012
Malmaison, the lifestyle hotel company owned by MWB Group Holdings Plc, is to open its first new hotel since concluding a refinancing agreement last year and the appointment of Gary Davis as the hotel group's new Chief Executive.
Kinnettles Castle Winter Offer
Release Date: 10 Jan 2012
A meeting with a difference in your very own fairytale castle where old meets new. A venue that most people can only dream about. The Castle is full of surprises.
Writers invited to seek inspiration at Hospitalfield
Release Date: 09 Jan 2012
Almost 200 years since Sir Walter Scott was inspired by Hospitalfield House, local writers and enthusiasts are invited to find their 21st century inspiration there at a special Sunday workshop in the Picture Gallery.
Hospitalfield Open for Events and Tours in 2012
Release Date: 19 Dec 2011
Hospitalfield, Arbroath will open its doors more frequently to the public in 2012 following the increasing popularity of its open days and events which have brought some 2,000 visitors over the threshold over the last year. December's open day alone drew almost 500 to see Angus's "hidden gem" raising almost ?3k to support the Grade 1 listed building.
Race to the Pole Exhibition
Release Date: 07 Dec 2011
A special exhibition of photographs and objects from Dundee Heritage Trust's collections commemorating Captain Scott's fateful British Antarctic Expedition of 1910-12 aboard the Terra Nova. The exhibition dates will coincide with the centenary of Scott reaching the South Pole in January 2012 and the death of the Polar party in March on the return journey.
The Prom at Glamis 2012
Release Date: 06 Dec 2011
Glamis Castle is delighted to announce a formal partnership with The Royal Scottish National Orchestra, and that the date for the 'Prom at Glamis' will revert to its traditional weekend in August, taking place in the magnificent setting on Saturday 11th August 2012.
Glamis Winter 2011
Release Date: 06 Dec 2011
For the 8th year running the Glamis Castle, unlike many historical properties, will remain open throughout November and December. During which time there is no charge for visiting the gardens and grounds.
Celebrate the Spirit of Glamis this Christmas
Release Date: 05 Dec 2011
Five star Glamis Castle has launched a new series of gift vouchers to encourage visitors to experience the spirit of Glamis during 2012 - the year of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. The gift vouchers include a range of special interest private tours, a new afternoon tea ticket, Friend of Glamis season tickets and tickets to The Prom at Glamis.
Angus Crafts Showcased at Hospitalfield
Release Date: 05 Dec 2011
Over twenty crafts people and designers from Angus will gather to sell their work at Hospitalfield's Christmas Open Day on Sunday (11 December) reinforcing the role of the historic Arbroath trust in encouraging craft and design talent locally as well as nationally.
Arbroath Chef Serves up a Culinary Delight
Release Date: 23 Nov 2011
Lesley Nicol has come a long way in a year. In 2010 she was a student chef creating a starter for the Angus Ambassador Awards at Oxford Hotels and Inns' Carnoustie Golf Hotel, and this year she is employed as a Demi Chef de Partie, part of the hotel's team and cooking for over 150 people at the annual awards taking place this weekend.
TV Historian and Leading Property Developer to receive Honorary Degrees from Abertay University
Release Date: 22 Nov 2011
One of Scotland's best-known broadcasters and a leading figure in the UK student accommodation sector will be recognised by the University of Abertay Dundee with the award of honorary degrees later this week.
Joint Statement from the University of Abertay Dundee, the University of Dundee, Dundee College and the Scottish Funding Council
Release Date: 17 Nov 2011
Following a meeting held to discuss the potential for closer collaboration within the context of the Scottish Government's proposals for reform of post-16 education in Scotland, the following statement has been issued jointly by the University of Abertay Dundee, the University of Dundee, Dundee College and the Scottish Funding Council for Further and Higher Education:
Frankie Boyle - The Last Days of Sodom at Dundee Caird Hall
Release Date: 15 Nov 2011
Frankie Boyle has been pilloried, misrepresented and demonised. And for what? For Telling It Like It Is. Now he will attempt a final tour, to heal Britain's fools.
Yu Spa Christmas Gift Ideas
Release Date: 15 Nov 2011
Yu Spa at the Apex City Quay Hotel & Spa have just launched some great Christmas Gifts. For those of you that don't like the hustle and bustle of shopping, turn to the internet this year and buy some gift cards and Elemis gift boxes at Yu Spa.
West Park Festive Offers!
Release Date: 04 Nov 2011
Forget about the turkey this Christmas, this year it's all about you! Celebrate the festive season in style at West Park and take advantage of these fantastic offers ...
Exhibition: Queen Elizabeth II Portraits by Cecil Beaton
Release Date: 03 Nov 2011
The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery & Museum is proud to announce the first in a series of partnership projects with the Victoria and Albert Museum, London as part of the pre-opening programme for the V&A at Dundee
Recruitment of the Principal of the University of Abertay Dundee
Release Date: 24 Oct 2011
The University of Abertay Dundee can confirm that, following further discussion with the Scottish Funding Council (SFC), the paused process for the recruitment of the University's next permanent Principal and Vice-Chancellor is to be re-started.
Hospitalfield House: Picture Gallery Gourmet Dinner
Release Date: 19 Oct 2011
A rare opportunity to experience a gourmet dinner in the unique surroundings of the Picture Gallery at Hospitalfield House in Arbroath has been created in response to popular demand. Building on the success of a series of "taster suppers" in the Cedar Room over the last year, Hospitalfield is to stage a special three course dinner complete with full silverware and atmospheric lighting on Friday 18 November 2011.
'Don't just survive - thrive! in Low Carbon Scotland' Businesses
Release Date: 18 Oct 2011
Local businesses will attend a learning event at the University of Abertay Dundee on Wednesday 19th October as part of the ACE Eco-Partnerships project. The event aims to give advice and share best practice on growing businesses in the new Low Carbon Economy.
Abertay PhD student wins 'best presenter' prize at international conference
Release Date: 14 Oct 2011
PhD student Jason Bennett, from the University of Abertay Dundee's School of Contemporary Sciences, has been honoured for his presenting skills at a major international conference.
Jason was picked as best presenter at the recent Worldwide Distilled Spirits Conference held in Glasgow, which attracted 350 industrial and academic delegates from around the world.
Dundee's Universities Work Together to Strengthen Indian Partnership
Release Date: 12 Oct 2011
Dundee's two universities are strengthening the city's historic ties with India this week as they jointly welcome a high-level delegation from one of that country's leading centres of education and research.
Two deans from the Maharashtra Academy of Engineering Education and Research (MIT Pune), visited the University of Dundee and the University of Abertay Dundee on Thursday 13 October.
Professor Anant Chakradeo, Dean of Design Habitat in MIT Pune's Institute of Design, and Dr Milind Pande, Project Director in MIT Pune's School of Telecom Management, will visit various departments in Dundee and Abertay to meet staff and students and discuss further collaborations.
NeoN Digital Arts Festival 2011
Release Date: 20 Sep 2011
International digital arts festival North East of North, NEoN, returns to Dundee this November featuring moving image, performance, music and technology driven arts. The theme of this year's festival is 'collaboration and legacy', and will have a distinct Nordic flavour. The festival runs from the 5th to 12th November, 2011.
New Charity Beer Festival Launched
Release Date: 02 Sep 2011
Plans for Dundee's newest festival were formally launched today with the unveiling of a 20 foot long banner at Discovery Point.
Talk - The Renaissance of the Jute Bag
Release Date: 01 Sep 2011
Listen to Sam Turner, Operations Director of Jutexpo, the leading supplier of jute bags in the UK as he chats about the renaissance of the jute bag. Jutexpo is a family company which started life in Worcestershire in 2002.
The Angus Ambassador Awards 2011 - Have You Applied Yet?
Release Date: 01 Sep 2011
Do you know an individual, group, organisation or business from Angus who has achieved outstanding success in the past year? Perhaps they have done something to enhance the reputation of Angus as a great place to live, work and visit, or have gone that extra mile to help their local community. Why not nominate them (or indeed yourself!) for an Angus Ambassador Award?
Ladies Dinner - Inspiring Women
Release Date: 01 Sep 2011
After the successful joint fundraising Ladies Dinner in aid of Dundee Heritage Trust and the Mary Slessor Foundation we are delighted to announce that we will be holding another dinner in November this year.
Christmas at West Park
Release Date: 15 Aug 2011
It is not just the turkey that gets 'all the trimmings' this year at West Park! Forget about the turkey, this Christmas it is all about you! From Santa hats and silly games, to novelty party buckets and festive cheer, this year's Party Nights and Party Lunches definitely have 'all the trimmings'.
Celebrating Angus Achievements!
Release Date: 15 Aug 2011
The search is on for nominations for the Angus Ambassador Awards 2011 - and it could be you! Every year, six highly prestigious Angus Ambassador Awards are presented to the people, organisations or businesses which have helped raise the profile of Angus over the last 12 months.