Plans for a quarry near Hightae face huge opposition due to noise, traffic and environmental concerns. Quarry Plan Faces Strong Opposition From Local Community Councils A building company wants to build a quarry. It is near Hightae, at Cocket Hill. R D Nairn Construction made the plans and sent them to the council. Quarry work…
A historic Midlothian mill will be restored into a living space with a glass roof, blending old with new. Old Midlothian Mill Ruins to Get New Life With Modern Glass Roof Midlothian planners approved a mill restoration. The mill stands on a farmhouse property, and people called it a “folly.” John Ferguson, a businessman, sought…
Historic Scotland reopens Auchindoun Castle after repairs. Explore the 15th-century fortress with hilltop views. Auchindoun Castle in Moray Reopens After Repairs by Historic Scotland Guess what? Auchindoun Castle in Moray is open again! It’s a really old castle dating back to the 15th century. They fixed it up last year. Work started in October, with…
A plan for family homes near Duns was refused due to farmland concerns and boundary issues. Appeal denied. Duns Housing Plan for Families Rejected Due to Land Concerns Someone wanted to build houses near Duns. They planned ten new homes east of Kirkwell House on Preston Road. This plan was refused in 2023 by the…