Culture & Arts

National Museums Scotland gifted rare collection of 17th century Scottish silver

National Museums Scotland have recently acquired a trio of exceptionally rare silver objects created in Scotland in the 1600s. The quaich, trumpet bell and mazer are important examples of 17th century Scottish craftsmanship and have been donated to the National Collections by Ron and Rosemary Haggarty. National Museums Scotland is one of the leading museum groups in the […]

Durham Drama Festival: Assembly Rooms Programme Review

Fiona Steer reviews a fantastic night of student theatre – Mrs Alexander, Hotel Charmon and Cottage in the DDF Assembly Rooms Programme.