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16 April 2009
Cottages and Castles hosts Open Day at Loch Fyne Hotel
The Argyll holiday market is showing strong evidence that it is still one of the most popular holiday destinations in Scotland, offering unspoilt landscapes, breathtaking scenery, and an abundance of outdoor attractions and visitor facilities.

2 February 2009
Network Ten Secures Exclusive Australian Broadcast Rights Deal
Network Ten Secures Exclusive Australian Broadcast Rights Deal For Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games ...

2 February 2009
Senior Appointments Announced
Glasgow 2014 announces senior appointments Glasgow 2014 Limited, the organising company for the Co...

2 February 2009
Expressions of Interest Invited for Athletes Village Masterplan
GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL INVITES EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST IN ATHLETES VILLAGE MASTERPLAN FOR 2014 COMMONW...

2 February 2009
2014 Team win major marketing award
The national and international marketing campaign run for the Bid to bring the Commonwealth Games to...

2 February 2009
Chief Executive appointed for Glasgow 2014
The Chief Executive who will deliver the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games has been appointed. John ...

2 February 2009
HELP US WIN GOLD FOR A SUSTAINABLE GAMES
The Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games can be the most sustainable multi-sports event ever held - with ...

2 February 2009
Operational Review published by Glasgow 2014
A major Operational Review into the Bid for Glasgow to host the Commonwealth Games in 2014 has been ...

2 February 2009
GLASGOW TO HOST 2009 COMMONWEALTH TABLE TENNIS FEDERATION CHAMPIONSHIPS
Scotland's push for medals in the 2014 Commonwealth Games has been given a major boost, with the ann...

2 February 2009
SIR ROBERT SMITH TO CHAIR GLASGOW 2014 ORGANISING COMPANY
One of Scotland's leading business figures has been appointed to a key role in delivering the "best ...

2 February 2009
Commonwealth Games in 2014 could lead to qualifications
Derek Casey, Director of the successful Bid for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games, will call for v...

30 October 2008
Glencoe Ski Conditions
Run Conditions: So here we are again, the end of another epic season. On behalf of the Management and Staff we would like to thank you all for your continuing support and we look forward to seeing you all again next season. ROCK AND ROLL!!!!!!!!!!! Current weather at 2200ft: Weather forecast: Clear, sunshine with gentle breeze. Road Status: All Roads Clear. Maximum vert descent: 1,636 feet News from the slopes Please call our weather report and booking line 01855 851226 for regularly updated information. During the summer months we have been busy upgrading the restaurant facilities with new decking at the Plateau Cafe. The ski hire has benefited from a complete refit and has again been stocked with new equipment. The ski hire can be very busy at weekends so arrive early to secure equipment. Lift status: 1: AccessChairlift - Closed 2: PlateauTow - Closed 3: CliffhangerChairlift - Closed 4: LowerT-BarTow - Closed 5: Topbuttontow - Closed 6: TopT-BarTow - Closed 7: BeginnersTow - Closed Last update: Sun, 27 Apr 2008 17:57:00 BST

30 October 2008
Old Royal Station : A Tribute To Royalty
The charming village of Ballater is located eight miles to the east of Balmoral Castle alo...cut...

30 October 2008
Nevis Range Ski Conditions
Run Conditions: As you may have seen from our webcam pictures there have been falls of snow on the mountain over the last few days but not enough to commence snowsports. Keep advised of conditions by checking our website or subscribing to the Nevis Range SMS text alert service. The Gondola is a great way for visitors from all walks of life to access the mountain and views. It is open throughout the summer 10am to 5pm (wind permitting) until mid November. The Downhill track is now closed for the 08 season. This page is updated daily and includes snow and weather information in the winter. Current weather at 650m: CURRENT WEATHER Dry and sunny with very good visibility. Wind/Temp 650m: SW 0-10mph, -1C. Weather forecast: FORECAST FOR THURSDAY Dry with sunny spells. Wind/temp at 900m: N/NW 20mph, -2C Road Status: ROADS Clear Maximum vert descent: News from the slopes Friday 31st October. Halloween. Ride the gondola in the dark, wrap up warm and walk the trail of the witch of Leanachan, or stay in the warm and dook for apples and enjoy a Halloween meal. Prizes for the best fancy dress and the best pumpkin lantern. 25% discount on gondola tickets for those in fancy dress. The Restaurant, Bar, Shop and Discovery Centre are open during gondola operating times. There are two gravelled paths to the viewpoints and a kids play area. . Lift status: 1: AlphaButton - Closed 2: QuadChair - Closed 3: GooseT-Bar - Closed 4: SummitButton - Closed 5+6: Linnhe/Lochy Button - Closed 7: PortableTrainerTow - Closed 8: WarrensT-Bar - Closed 9: GreatGlenChair - Closed 10: RobRoyT-Bar - Closed 11: BraveheartChair - Closed 12: Gondola - Open Last update: Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:51:00 GMT

29 October 2008
Cairngorm Ski Conditions
Run Conditions: CairnGorm Mountain Statement- Wednesday 29th October. Conditions at CairnGorm Mountain are being reviewed daily. If significant snowfall does persist, we will consider opening this weekend only (1st and 2nd November) for ski-ing from the train only. There are no plans to open uplift for skiing during the November maintenance period but this will continue to be reviewed. However the priority remains to complete the planned maintenance so as to be ready for a December ski-ing operation. Current weather at 1097m: Current Weather: Weather forecast: Forecast for Road Status: Open Maximum vert descent: 0m News from the slopes The first Funicular up is at 10.00, (10.20 on Wednesday), with the last up at 16.20 and the last one down at 17.00. The Funicular will close for its annual maintenance period from Monday 3rd November until early December. The Christmas Market will however be running in the t-bar, selling gifts treats and present ideas. Check out our website for further details. Lift status: 1: Funicular Railway - Open 2: Car Park T-bar - Closed 3: Fiacaill Ridge Poma - Closed 4: Sheiling Platter Poma - Closed 5: Coire Cas T-bar - Closed 6: M1 Poma - Closed 7: White Lady T-bar - Closed 8: Coire na Ciste T-Bar - Closed 9: Trainer Tow 1 - Closed 10: Ptarmigan T-Bar - Closed 11: West Wall Poma - Closed 12: Day Lodge Poma - Closed Last update: Wed, 29 Oct 2008 16:04:00 GMT