Gardens and estates around Scotland set to reopen next month as lockdown eases

Outlander tour which combines photography with the show's filming locations say they are excited to be returning this week after the Scottish Government announced further easing of lockdown. James Christie, who runs the popular Outlander Photography Tour of which even Diana Gabaldon is a fan, announced on social media that the team were 'Good to Go' after qualifying for Visit Scotland's covid safety accreditation scheme.

Coronavirus lockdown restrictions in Scotland are being relaxed, as First Minister Nicola Sturgeon confirmed dates for hotels, indoor pubs and hairdressers to reopen and announced plans to lift restrictions on funerals and worship.In a statement to the Scottish Parliament, Ms Sturgeon said the ongoing decline in the prevalence of coronavirus means the country can move into phase three of its four-step plan to exit lockdown.She confirmed that from tomorrow, people can meet in extended groups

The Castle Douglas branch of Legion Scotland is working towards re-opening its bar on August 6.And nearby Market Inn is “leaning towards” waiting a bit longer than July 15 to reopen.

The Scottish SPCA’s Ayrshire Animal Rescue Centre is back finding animals their forever home after lockdown saw rehoming completely suspended for almost two months.After trialling a limited rehoming service in May, the centre is now rehoming animals using a combination of an online-only application system, carefully controlled appointments and ‘virtual home checks’ where prospective owners and their homes are vetted via Zoom calls.Now the charity have this lovely girl (pictured above) in their

lockdown later this week as infections from Covid-19 across the country continue to fall. Nicola Sturgeon is due to appear at the Scottish Parliament on Thursday where she will update MSPs on the latest measures being taken to allow the country to return to a degree of normality.

flocked to get in pints for the first time since lockdown.Many had to book tables in advance before heading for a socially distanced ‘swally’ outside.Those who got a pub pew celebrated their new-found freedom by tasting their first draught beers and pub cocktails for the first time in almost four months.At Glasgow’s Brel bar in the city’s West End, owner Oli Norman told The Record: “It’s quite an emotional day.“It’s been a tortuous few months, but to get to this point and for it to be a

pub for the first time as restrictions on beer gardens were eased today. The Scottish Government has given pubs, restaurants and cafes the green light to open their outdoor facilities for service as part of its route map out of lockdown.

attractions and estates have reopened from today as the lockdown continues to ease. The National Trust for Scotland announced that around 30 of its sites will be back open for tourists as staff begin to return from a period of furlough.

pub for the first time in almost four months as beer gardens reopen from today. All outdoor hospitality services have been given the green light to let punters in once again as part of the Scottish Government’s route map out of lockdown.

pub today as beer gardens open for the first time since lockdown – and punters are praying it doesn’t rain. Drinking in licensed outdoor premises is now permitted in Scotland, provided staff and customers adhere to social distancing and other Covid-19 guidelines.

figures released by the National Records of Scotland today report 4,155 deaths linked to the illness have been registered up to Sunday, June 28. There have been no further cases diagnosed within the NHS Ayrshire & Arran region so the figure remains at 1,255.

The progress made so far allows the planning for a return to school full-time in August.Ms Sturgeon added: “Our success in suppressing virus makes it possible now to plan for full time return.”

First Minister will announce later whether Scotland has went five days in a row with no new coronavirus deaths.

care homes under a phased plan announced by the Scottish Government. Health Secretary Jeane Freeman said restricting visitors during the pandemic was a decision “not taken lightly” but “significant progress has been made”.

July 3: Scots can travel further than five miles for recreation July 3: self-contained holiday accommodation – for example holiday cottages and lodges, or caravans can open July 6: Beer gardens can reopen July 13: Non-essential shops in shopping centres can reopen July 15: People can meet indoors with one other household July 15: Childcare facilities, such as nurseries, can reopen July 15: Hairdressers can reopen July 15: All holiday accommodation reopens, with restrictions in place July 15: Ind

coronavirus restrictions. At her briefing yesterday, Sturgeon said there will be "further details on the timing".

Glamis Castle in Angus will soon be open to Scots once again.The stunning gardens, located just a 20 minutes drive from Dundee, will open for nearby residents om Monday 29 June.Combining history and horticulture, the grounds are popular with plant lovers, families and dog walkers, with the Italian Garden; designed by Countess Cecilia, grandmother and godmother of Queen Elizabeth II particularly enjoyed by visitors. A spokesperson for Glamis said: "A wander through the Walled Garden will reveal

Scotland is expected to be hit by a giant heatwave next week with torrential rain also expected to batter large parts of the country. The country will see temperatures reach 29C from Monday which will bring an ‘increased risk of thunderstorms’.Weather experts are warning the public to brace for ‘hot nights’ with temperatures staying in the teens overnight.

Nicola Sturgeon 'announces' that ‘the pumping can begin’. The First Minister announced that Scotland would be moving into phase two of the Scottish Government’s roadmap out of lockdown earlier today.