Laura Coventry

Jun 24, 2024 | scotsmagazine.com | Laura Coventry |Hannah McLaren

- PittenweemIt just holds lovely past memories, but it is one of those places we go all the time. East Neuk has got a pull for me. Pittenweem was he first holiday we had with our daughter, it was a lovely long weekend, we were in a bubble. I love the winding alleys up from the harbour, the lovely little shops, and the walk along that coastal path to St Monans.

Apr 12, 2024 | scotsmagazine.com | Laura Coventry |Hannah McLaren

- Oban“I love Oban. I like the feel of it. It’s quite remote, takes ages to get to, and you can get to so many places from Oban. I love the seaside, and I went to Oban a lot as a kid. I was also there that night they set off 30 minutes of fireworks in 10 seconds! It was incredible – someone pressed a button, and every single firework went off. I thought ‘geez, they’ve put a lot of money into this, what’s this going to be like’.

Mar 22, 2024 | scotsmagazine.com | Laura Coventry |Hannah McLaren

- The Kelpies 10 year anniversary is coming up next month. We chat to Richard Millar, chief operating officer at Scottish Canals, who originally commissioned sculptor Andy Scott to create this magnificent landmark. The world’s largest equine structures in Falkirk turns 10 next month on April 27. The Kelpies officially opened in 2014, while initial discussions about the landmark began way back in 2005.

Feb 23, 2024 | scotsmagazine.com | Laura Coventry

- Have you watched Martin Compston’s Scottish Fling? The travel show where actor Martin Compston embarks on an epic road trip with friend and TV presenter Phil MacHugh? The series follows the pair as they visit various spots around Scotland and explore what makes the country tick. Phil MacHugh is the perfect person to chat to in our My Scotland series. Here are some top travel tips from the television star.

Nov 8, 2023 | thepeoplesfriend.co.uk | Laura Coventry |Allison Hay

- York Minster begins its festive preparations months in advance as it gears up for its busiest time of year. As Deputy Head Verger, Jessica — who is one of only a handful of female Vergers in the UK — is heavily involved in all the festivities. Here, she shares some of her most memorable moments from her time in this magnificent building that she once dreamed of working in.