Ellon Times - Lifestyle Feed

Newburgh Gala shines despite the downpour

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:19:55 GMT

The rain poured down on Newburgh’s first gala day for more than 20 years, but failed to dampen the spirits of villagers.

Property - do-it-yourself

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:10:07 GMT

If you’ve watched one episode of Grand Designs too many and have been bitten by the self-build bug, be prepared for a bumpy ride.

Done roman? get the villa look

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:07:06 GMT

An airy, elegant home with decorative tiles and nature-inspired murals, where the outdoors blends seamlessly with the indoors, would be an enviable property by today’s standards.

Gemma is an Ellon ambassador

Fri, 10 May 2013 09:12:09 GMT

A SENIOR pupil at Ellon Academy has been described as an excellent ambassador after attending a major student conference in Strasbourg.

Relic-filled homes to relish

Thu, 09 May 2013 08:51:48 GMT

There’s an almost tangible feeling of calm and comfort as you enter Alex Legendre’s house with its muted palette of earthy colours, lath and plaster walls, wide reclaimed floorboards and collection of quirky treasures.

Property - Do-it-yourself tips

Thu, 09 May 2013 08:49:23 GMT

One of the best ways to make your home more suited to your needs, especially if you have a growing family or want to work from home, is to add a bedroom.

Trauma charity’s plea to find a home

Tue, 07 May 2013 18:02:42 GMT

A LOCAL charity has appealed for help in finding a suitable location in Aberdeenshire to use as a base while it becomes established.

Invite to Ellon showcase

Tue, 07 May 2013 17:56:18 GMT

Have you ever wondered just what goes on in Ellon and what groups and activities are available for people in the town to attend?

‘Horror’ play at Haddo House

Mon, 06 May 2013 14:39:17 GMT

Haddo House is the setting for some terrifying drama later this month when it welcomes Isosceles Productions with their play Yours Truly, Jack the Ripper.

All roads lead to Longside as gala season gets underway

Mon, 06 May 2013 13:10:10 GMT

IT’S the start of gala season again and first up is Longside, where the gala fun kicks off on Thursday, May 16 with the ever popular duck race in the Cairngall Burn from 6.30pm to 8pm.

Maud Railway Museum hosts open weekend

Mon, 06 May 2013 08:31:54 GMT

Maud Railway Museum will be hosting an open weekend this Saturday and Sunday (May 11-12) between 12noon and 4pm.

Oh What A Night in store for Peterhead music lovers

Fri, 03 May 2013 11:30:15 GMT

PETERHEAD Communtiy Theatre is the venue for a star-packed variety night later this month.

Young Citizen of the Year Awards

Fri, 03 May 2013 08:55:59 GMT

ROTARIANS have presented two Young Citizen of the Year awards.

Rotary dinner serves up £4,000 for project

Thu, 02 May 2013 11:22:36 GMT

ELLON Rotary Club’s WAGS dinner has provided one of the organisation’s projects with a major boost.

Property - it’s more than black and white

Thu, 02 May 2013 08:25:39 GMT

If you’re confused by colour charts, wavering over wallpaper, and dithering over decor, there’s a solution which could bring your home into fashionable focus.

Property - do-it-yourself tips

Thu, 02 May 2013 08:25:01 GMT

Many period properties (as well as some modern ones) were built with wooden windows, but in more recent decades, replacing them with UPVC ones has been popular.

Rockin’ with Rod!

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 08:52:27 GMT

ROD Stewart tribute act Bob Wyper turned in a vintage performance in Ellon on Friday night in a fundraiser for the town’s Bothy Daycare Centre.

Revival of Newburgh’s gala day

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 10:06:16 GMT

NEWBURGH will be holding its first gala day in 20 years thanks to the enterprise of a group enthusiasts in the village who are determined to bring fun and games back to the community.

Property - Do-it-Yourself

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:56:28 GMT

If you’ve outgrown where you live, adding space is often more cost-effective than moving home, especially in more expensive parts of the country.

Make patchwork sew easy

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:54:49 GMT

Patchwork throw