http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/ en alison@smallcreek.co.uk Copyright 2011 2011-10-22T07:16:23+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/10/winners_savour_their_successes_at_the_highlands_islands_food_drink_awards_2/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/10/winners_savour_their_successes_at_the_highlands_islands_food_drink_awards_2/ Ten organisations and individuals from Argyll to Orkney are celebrating following the announcement of the winners of the prestigious Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards for 2011 in Inverness last tonight (Friday 21 October). The Awards, organised by the Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Forum, and supported by… 2011-10-22T07:16:23+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/10/tomas_abyu_powers_home_to_win_baxters_loch_ness_marathon_for_third_time/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/10/tomas_abyu_powers_home_to_win_baxters_loch_ness_marathon_for_third_time/ Tomas Abyu of Salford Harriers won the tenth Baxters Loch Ness Marathon today (Sunday 2 October), with a time of 2 hours 20 minutes and 50 seconds. It is Tomas’s third win in as many visits to Loch Ness. Runner up was Ross Houston of Central AC (2:21:05) (who also… 2011-10-02T12:07:36+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/09/shortlist_announced_for_highlands_islands_restaurant_of_the_year_award/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/09/shortlist_announced_for_highlands_islands_restaurant_of_the_year_award/ Five top-quality establishments in the Highlands and Islands have been shortlisted for the Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Forum’s Restaurant of the Year Award. One of ten awards being presented at the Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards, the winner of Restaurant of the Year will be announced… 2011-09-30T13:58:16+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/09/runners_to_look_out_for_in_the_10th_anniversary_baxters_loch_ness_marathon/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/09/runners_to_look_out_for_in_the_10th_anniversary_baxters_loch_ness_marathon/ Ten runners who have completed the previous nine years of the UK’s most scenic marathon expect to be celebrating at the finish line of the 10th anniversary Baxters Loch Ness Marathon on Sunday (2 October 2011). The ten anniversary runners will join others from 45 countries travelling to Inverness to… 2011-09-29T13:55:45+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/09/baxters_loch_ness_marathon_-_10th_anniversary_-_preview/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/09/baxters_loch_ness_marathon_-_10th_anniversary_-_preview/ Ten runners who have completed the previous nine years of the UK’s most scenic marathon expect to be celebrating at the finish line of the 10th anniversary Baxters Loch Ness Marathon on Sunday (2 October 2011). The ten anniversary runners will join others from 45 countries travelling to Inverness to… 2011-09-29T13:53:34+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/09/final_call_for_entries_to_the_2011_baxters_loch_ness_marathon_festival_of_r/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/09/final_call_for_entries_to_the_2011_baxters_loch_ness_marathon_festival_of_r/ Runners in this year’s Baxters Loch Ness Marathon & Festival of Running are reminded to enter now to be sure of their place on the starting line on Sunday 2 October 2011. Entry is open until midnight on Monday 12 September for all Festival events including: •  The Baxters… 2011-09-08T14:32:04+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/09/shortlist_announced_for_2011_highlands_islands_food_drink_awards/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/09/shortlist_announced_for_2011_highlands_islands_food_drink_awards/ Seafood, ice cream, salad leaves, chocolate, restaurants and brewers are just some of the 28 first class products and businesses celebrating today after being shortlisted for this year’s Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards. Recognising excellence and achievement in the food and drink industry, the Awards are organised… 2011-09-06T14:35:14+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/08/public_consultation_92-94_academy_street_inverness/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/08/public_consultation_92-94_academy_street_inverness/ A public consultation about a proposed development for 92-94 Academy Street, Inverness, held yesterday (Thursday 25 August) attracted over 35 people to hear more about the plans for the site. The consultation, hosted by Ark Estates (Scotland) Ltd, aimed to inform the local community, businesses and organisations about the proposals,… 2011-08-26T07:45:35+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/08/five_new_prize_categories_in_the_hsbc_10k_corporate_challenge_enter_now_for/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/08/five_new_prize_categories_in_the_hsbc_10k_corporate_challenge_enter_now_for/ With the closing date just two weeks away, teams competing in the HSBC 10K Corporate Challenge are reminded to enter now to be in with a chance of winning one of five new prize categories in this year’s event. Open to all private and public sector businesses and organisations,… 2011-08-25T07:34:04+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/08/get_fit_and_have_fun_enter_now_for_the_baxters_river_ness_5k_fun_run/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/08/get_fit_and_have_fun_enter_now_for_the_baxters_river_ness_5k_fun_run/ Schools, clubs and disability groups are invited to enter their teams now for the Baxters River Ness 5K Fun Run and benefit from reduced entry fees. This popular event, part of the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon & Festival of Running, takes place in Inverness on Sunday 2 October 2011. … 2011-08-18T13:09:02+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/07/eating_establishments_encouraged_to_enter_for_2011_highlands_islands_food_d/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/07/eating_establishments_encouraged_to_enter_for_2011_highlands_islands_food_d/ Restaurants, cafes and other eating establishments throughout the Highlands and Islands are invited to enter for the prestigious Highlands & Islands Restaurant of the Year Award. One of the 11 categories being awarded at the 2011 Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards, the Highlands & Islands Restaurant of… 2011-07-15T20:57:57+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/07/book_now_for_events_during_clan_currie_weekend_celebrating_lachlan_mor_macm/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/07/book_now_for_events_during_clan_currie_weekend_celebrating_lachlan_mor_macm/ Final bookings are now being taken for an important symposium on the history and literary heritage of the MacMhuirichs, Scotland’s longest-lived Bardic dynasty. The symposium, on Saturday 23 July 2011, will be led by Professor Hugh Cheape and is part of a weekend of celebrations dedicated to one of Scotland’s… 2011-07-15T20:53:06+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/07/support_good_causes_by_running_in_the_10th_anniversary_baxters_loch_ness_ma/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/07/support_good_causes_by_running_in_the_10th_anniversary_baxters_loch_ness_ma/ Runners are reminded that its not too late to sign up for a charity place in the 10th anniversary Baxters Loch Ness Marathon and help raise cash for good causes by taking part in the event on 2 October this year. Last year participants raised over £785,200 for charity.… 2011-07-14T07:52:44+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/07/extended_deadline_for_entering_the_2011_highlands_islands_food_drink_awards/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/07/extended_deadline_for_entering_the_2011_highlands_islands_food_drink_awards/ The Highland Food & Drink Forum announced today that the deadline for entries to the 2011 Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards has been extended until Sunday 24 July. The organisers decided on the extension after feedback from a number of companies suggested that an already busy time of… 2011-07-13T07:47:58+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/06/macmhuirich_symposium_sheds_new_light_on_some_of_scotlands_greatest_poets/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/06/macmhuirich_symposium_sheds_new_light_on_some_of_scotlands_greatest_poets/ An important symposium on the history and literary heritage of the MacMhuirichs, led by Professor Hugh Cheape, leading authority on Scottish culture, takes place in Edinburgh on Saturday 23 July 2011. The symposium takes place as part of a weekend of celebrations dedicated to one of Scotland’s greatest bards,… 2011-06-20T15:25:35+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/06/bring_benefits_to_your_business_by_entering_the_2011_highlands_islands_food/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/06/bring_benefits_to_your_business_by_entering_the_2011_highlands_islands_food/ Individuals, business and organisations are reminded that entries for the 2011 Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards must be in by Monday 4 July. Celebrating excellence and achievement in the food and drink industry, the Awards are organised by the Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Forum, and… 2011-06-20T15:14:57+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/06/baxters_river_ness_10k_early_bird_entry_available_until_1_july/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/06/baxters_river_ness_10k_early_bird_entry_available_until_1_july/ Runners planning to enter for the Baxters River Ness 10K have until midnight on 1 July to take advantage of the special discounted ‘early bird’ entry rate. The Baxters River Ness 10K, part of the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon & Festival of Running on 2 October 2011, follows a scenic… 2011-06-16T08:53:34+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/05/highland_rider_williamson_local_favourite_for_senior_elite_category_at_uci_/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/05/highland_rider_williamson_local_favourite_for_senior_elite_category_at_uci_/ Highland interests will be represented at the forthcoming UCI Mountain Bike World Cup in Fort William on 4 and 5 June by British Cycling team member and top Inverness-based mountain biker Greg Williamson (aged 18). Competing on the world stage in his first year as a senior, Greg opened his… 2011-05-30T10:47:05+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/05/put_your_best_foot_forward_for_charity_at_the_10th_anniversary_baxters_loch/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/05/put_your_best_foot_forward_for_charity_at_the_10th_anniversary_baxters_loch/ Baxters Loch Ness Marathon is appealing for runners to support good causes through its 10th anniversary event taking place on 2 October this year. Charity places are available in one of the UK’s most scenic events for runners supporting six nominated charities and over thirty associated charities. Last year… 2011-05-12T10:16:46+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/05/entries_now_open_for_highlands_islands_food_drink_awards_2011/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/05/entries_now_open_for_highlands_islands_food_drink_awards_2011/ Businesses and individuals in the food and drink industry throughout the region are called to celebrate their talent and effort by entering the 2011 Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards. Organised by the Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Forum, and supported by Highlands and Islands Enterprise, the… 2011-05-09T10:24:13+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/04/countdown_to_closing_date_for_entries_to_10th_anniversary_baxters_loch_ness/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/04/countdown_to_closing_date_for_entries_to_10th_anniversary_baxters_loch_ness/ Enter the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon before midnight on Sunday 1 May 2011 to be sure of your place in this special 10th anniversary year of the event. For the 10th anniversary, runners who will have crossed the finish line of all ten Baxters Loch Ness Marathons are… 2011-04-18T09:31:02+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/04/ellis_island_tartan_unveiled_for_tartan_day_2011/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/04/ellis_island_tartan_unveiled_for_tartan_day_2011/ As part of the celebrations for Tartan Day 2011 on 6 April, the Clan Currie Society has unveiled a specially designed Ellis Island Tartan commissioned to mark the 10th Anniversary of Tartan Day on Ellis Island, New York.  The tartan was featured on the runway this week (Tuesday 5 April)… 2011-04-07T15:48:43+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/03/hsbc_to_be_official_banking_partner_of_10k_corporate_challenge_in_2011_fest/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/03/hsbc_to_be_official_banking_partner_of_10k_corporate_challenge_in_2011_fest/ Baxters Loch Ness Marathon & Festival of Running is delighted to announce the support of HSBC as Official Banking Partner for the 10K Corporate Challenge, one of the events taking place as part of the Festival on 2 October 2011. The HSBC 10K Corporate Challenge is a team… 2011-03-24T18:08:31+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/03/andrew_douglas_of_inverclyde_ac_wins_inverness_half_marathon/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/03/andrew_douglas_of_inverclyde_ac_wins_inverness_half_marathon/ Andrew Douglas of Inverclyde AC won today’s Inverness Half Marathon in a time of 1 hour 7 minutes and 53 seconds. Andrew was runner up in 2010. Runner up for today’s event was Ben Livesey of Forres Harriers (1:14:26). Third across the finish line was Nick Milovsorov of Aberdeen (1:15:00).… 2011-03-13T07:42:31+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/03/runners_spring_into_action_with_the_inverness_half_marathon_this_weekend/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/03/runners_spring_into_action_with_the_inverness_half_marathon_this_weekend/ Sunday’s Inverness Half Marathon has attracted 1679 entrants planning to their place on the start-line for the event this weekend.  Limited places remain available for the 5K Fun Run, available on a first come, first served basis at the event on Sunday morning. (Entry for the Half Marathon is already… 2011-03-09T07:36:07+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/03/williamson_foodservice_and_the_really_garlicky_company_cook_up_an_improved_/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/03/williamson_foodservice_and_the_really_garlicky_company_cook_up_an_improved_/ Williamson Foodservice has teamed up with the Really Garlicky Company to ensure all their customers an improved service in the Highlands and Islands. By offering a full distribution service to the Really Garlicky Company, Williamson Foodservice has ensured that fresh stocks of all Really Garlicky products are available throughout their… 2011-03-07T07:44:31+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/02/take_your_place_on_the_start_line_for_the_inverness_half_marathon_2011/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/02/take_your_place_on_the_start_line_for_the_inverness_half_marathon_2011/ Kick-start your running campaign for 2011 by entering now for the Inverness Half Marathon taking place on Sunday 13 March. All entries must be in by midnight on 28 February – visit http://www.invernesshalfmarathon.co.uk to reserve your place for this spring run! Popular with runners near and far, the… 2011-02-24T16:46:54+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/02/get_active_and_run_baxters_loch_ness_marathon_in_10th_anniversary_year/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/02/get_active_and_run_baxters_loch_ness_marathon_in_10th_anniversary_year/ In the tenth anniversary year of the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon, organisers are calling on everyone considering a long distance run this year to sign up for the event in 2011. In the Year of Active Scotland, the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon & Festival of Running on Sunday 2 October… 2011-02-17T18:02:52+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/01/marathon_effort_by_runners_results_in_enormous_boost_for_charities/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/01/marathon_effort_by_runners_results_in_enormous_boost_for_charities/ Baxters Loch Ness Marathon & Festival of Running participants raised the huge sum of £785,000 for charities through the 2010 event held on Sunday 3 October last year. Big-hearted runners raised the cash for a wide range of charities on a local, national and international level, giving a funding boost… 2011-01-19T19:01:28+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/01/enter_now_for_the_inverness_half_marathon_2011/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2011/01/enter_now_for_the_inverness_half_marathon_2011/ If keeping fit is high on your list of New Year’s resolutions, provide a focus for your fitness by entering now for the Inverness Half Marathon 2011 – and enjoy a special early bird rate of £21 until midnight on Monday 17 January! The Inverness Half Marathon and the… 2011-01-13T19:04:48+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/12/inverness_half_marathon_2011_enter_now_for_early_bird_entry/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/12/inverness_half_marathon_2011_enter_now_for_early_bird_entry/ Make an early New Year’s resolution and enter now for the Inverness Half Marathon 2011 – and enjoy a special early bird rate of £21 until Monday 17 January! Runners taking part in the Inverness Half Marathon on Sunday 13 March 2011 will find a new hand on the… 2010-12-13T20:37:40+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/10/winners_of_williamson_foodservice_highlands_islands_food_drink_awards_celeb/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/10/winners_of_williamson_foodservice_highlands_islands_food_drink_awards_celeb/ Nick Nairn, Scotland’s top chef and a champion of local produce, congratulated the winners in the 2010 Williamson Foodservice Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards as the names were revealed at a glittering ceremony and dinner in Inverness tonight (Friday 29 October). The Awards celebrate excellence and achievement… 2010-10-29T08:22:29+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/10/tomas_abyu_powers_into_first_place_at_2010_baxters_loch_ness_marathon/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/10/tomas_abyu_powers_into_first_place_at_2010_baxters_loch_ness_marathon/ Ethiopian Tomas Abyu of Salford Harriers won the 2010 Baxters Loch Ness Marathon today (Sunday 3 October), with a time of 2 hours 20 minutes and 50 seconds. In a year when faster times were expected due to the amended course, Tomas Abyu finished a clear five minutes ahead of… 2010-10-03T19:38:10+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/09/runners_to_look_out_for_in_record_entry_field_at_baxters_loch_ness_marathon/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/09/runners_to_look_out_for_in_record_entry_field_at_baxters_loch_ness_marathon/ With entries for the 2010 Baxters Loch Ness Marathon & Festival of Running up by over 17% on last year, and faster times expected in all events, this Sunday promises an exciting day for everyone taking part in the event or cheering on the runners at the finish at the… 2010-09-30T19:35:22+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/09/record_entry_and_new_attractions_at_baxters_loch_ness_marathon_festival_of_/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/09/record_entry_and_new_attractions_at_baxters_loch_ness_marathon_festival_of_/ A combination of a record number of entries across all events for the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon & Festival of Running, faster times in prospect for all events and the introduction of a new event village with attractions for runners and spectators makes this Sunday’s event one not to be… 2010-09-27T15:57:30+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/08/sizzling_shortlist_for_2010_williamson_foodservice_highlands_islands_food_d/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/08/sizzling_shortlist_for_2010_williamson_foodservice_highlands_islands_food_d/ Thirty three companies, individuals and organisations across the Highlands and Islands are celebrating today as the shortlist for this year’s Williamson Foodservice Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards is announced (see editors notes for full list). A record number of entries were received for the 2010 Awards, which aim… 2010-08-31T06:44:16+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/08/fitness_is_fun_for_schools_clubs_disability_groups_taking_part_in_baxters_r/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/08/fitness_is_fun_for_schools_clubs_disability_groups_taking_part_in_baxters_r/ Have fun through fitness is the message from Baxters Loch Ness Marathon & Festival of Running as they invite all schools, youth clubs and disability groups to sign up for this year’s Baxters River Ness 5K Fun Run taking place in Inverness on 3 October. The 5K Fun Run offers… 2010-08-16T08:59:51+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/06/top_chef_nick_nairn_at_the_williamson_foodservice_highlands_islands_food_dr/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/06/top_chef_nick_nairn_at_the_williamson_foodservice_highlands_islands_food_dr/ Nick Nairn, Scotland’s best known chef, will share his passion for excellence with award winners and guests at this year’s Williamson Foodservice Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards taking place on 29 October 2010. Fellow BBC Scotland colleague, Catriona Shearer, will host the glittering ceremony at the Drumossie Hotel,… 2010-06-15T05:21:24+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/05/run_faster_and_raise_cash_for_charity_in_the_2010_baxters_loch_ness_maratho/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/05/run_faster_and_raise_cash_for_charity_in_the_2010_baxters_loch_ness_maratho/ Runners keen to enter the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon this year are encouraged to sign up now for a charity place for the event. Although general entry has already closed, charity, club and overseas entries remain open until 13 September 2010. Taking up a charity place at the… 2010-05-10T09:05:48+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/05/reap_the_benefits_of_adding_pr_and_social_media_to_your_business_plan/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/05/reap_the_benefits_of_adding_pr_and_social_media_to_your_business_plan/ Find out more about how public relations and, in particular, social media can benefit your business by coming along to the next Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Forum workshop on Tuesday 18 May 2010. This free practical workshop will provide advice on how to boost your business promotion. The… 2010-05-10T09:01:52+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/04/baxters_loch_ness_marathon_new_finish-line_offers_potential_for_faster_cour/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/04/baxters_loch_ness_marathon_new_finish-line_offers_potential_for_faster_cour/ Less than two weeks before guaranteed entry closes on 1 May! A new Baxters Loch Ness Marathon finish-line offers potential for runners to achieve faster times for this year’s event and a new finish arena will provide a better experience for everyone attending the Festival of Running on Sunday 3… 2010-04-20T13:03:03+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/04/launch_of_williamson_foodservice_highlands_islands_food_drink_awards_2010/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/04/launch_of_williamson_foodservice_highlands_islands_food_drink_awards_2010/ Entries are open for the 2010 Williamson Foodservice Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards it was announced today. Sponsored by Williamson Foodservice, organised by the Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Forum, and supported by Highlands and Islands Enterprise, the Awards celebrate excellence and achievement in the area’s food… 2010-04-14T07:06:57+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/01/festival_runners_raise_661000_for_charity/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2010/01/festival_runners_raise_661000_for_charity/ Organisers of the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon and Festival of Running have announced that the massive sum of £661,119 was raised for charities from the 2009 event. The monies raised will benefit many local, national and worldwide causes, including the event’s four nominated charities, Highland Hospice, Macmillan Cancer Support,… 2010-01-26T00:12:27+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/10/sweet_taste_of_success_for_winners_at_2009_williamson_foodservice_highlands/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/10/sweet_taste_of_success_for_winners_at_2009_williamson_foodservice_highlands/ Businesses and individuals in the food and drink industry from across the Highlands and Islands enjoyed the sweet taste of success tonight (Friday 23 October) as the winners of this year’s Williamson Foodservice Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards were announced at the Drumossie Hotel, Inverness. The judging panel… 2009-10-23T12:04:18+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/10/highlands_islands_food_producers_feature_on_the_menu_at_awards/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/10/highlands_islands_food_producers_feature_on_the_menu_at_awards/ Salmon, langoustine, fudge and vegetables provided by Highlands and Islands food producers Wester Ross Fisheries, the fishing vessels Mara Cestina and Replenish, the Isle of Skye Fudge Company and Williamson Foodservice feature on the tantalising menu for the Williamson Foodservice Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards ceremony dinner taking… 2009-10-19T12:09:04+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/10/record_breaking_simon_tonui_wins_2009_baxters_loch_ness_marathon/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/10/record_breaking_simon_tonui_wins_2009_baxters_loch_ness_marathon/ Macdonalds triumph over rivals to win Homecoming Clan Challenge Simon Tonui of Birchfield Harriers was the winner of the 2009 Baxters Loch Ness Marathon today (Sunday 4 October), crossing the finish line in a record 2 hours 20 minutes and 13 seconds, beating the previous course record set by Thomas… 2009-10-04T19:39:56+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/09/record_entry_for_baxters_loch_ness_marathon_festival_of_running/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/09/record_entry_for_baxters_loch_ness_marathon_festival_of_running/ Entries for Baxters Loch Ness Marathon & Festival of Running have reached record levels for this year’s event taking place on 4 October 2009.  Entry numbers for the Marathon in this Homecoming year are up by a massive 53% and overall the Festival is on target to attract over 7500… 2009-09-28T10:59:59+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/09/2009_williamson_foodservice_highlands_islands_food_drink_awards_shortlist/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/09/2009_williamson_foodservice_highlands_islands_food_drink_awards_shortlist/ Over 35 businesses and individuals from throughout the Highlands and Islands have found the recipe for success as they are recognised today (8 September) in the 2009 Williamson Foodservice Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards shortlist. Judged by a panel of industry experts from across the sector, the… 2009-09-07T23:01:10+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/09/enter_now_for_the_baxters_loch_ness_marathon_festival_of_running/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/09/enter_now_for_the_baxters_loch_ness_marathon_festival_of_running/ Runners entering next month’s Baxters Loch Ness Marathon & Festival of Running are reminded that Monday 14 September is the closing date for all events in the Festival, including the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon, Baxters River Ness 10K, the Healthy Working Lives 10K Corporate Challenge, the River Ness 5K Fun… 2009-09-03T09:55:05+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/07/homecoming_at_dunollie/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/07/homecoming_at_dunollie/ Oban will come alive with drama and history from 17 to 23 July 2009 when an innovative theatre production, The Hidden Jewel, is performed on the move at and around Dunollie Castle, ancient seat of the Clan MacDougall. The outdoor event, presented by The MacDougall of Dunollie Preservation Trust, is… 2009-07-01T13:48:44+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/06/last_call_for_entries_to_the_williamson_foodservice_highlands_islands_food_/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/06/last_call_for_entries_to_the_williamson_foodservice_highlands_islands_food_/ With just over two weeks remaining until the closing date for the prestigious Williamson Foodservice Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards, businesses and individuals involved in the food and drink industry across the Highlands and Islands are encouraged to act now to ensure their entries are submitted in time… 2009-06-30T13:29:06+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/06/new_pipe_march_celebrates_50th_anniversary_homecoming_for_the_clan_currie_s/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/06/new_pipe_march_celebrates_50th_anniversary_homecoming_for_the_clan_currie_s/ Members of the worldwide Clan Currie Society taking part in the Homecoming Scotland Gathering event in Edinburgh this summer (25/26 July) will celebrate the Homecoming and the 50th anniversary of their Society in a most unique way – with a new pipe tune specifically commissioned for the occasion! The march,… 2009-06-22T13:19:15+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/06/world_class_chef_to_entertain_at_2009_williamson_foodservice_highlands_isla/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/06/world_class_chef_to_entertain_at_2009_williamson_foodservice_highlands_isla/ World class award winning chef Albert Roux, OBE, will address members of the food and drink industry from across the Highlands and Islands at the Williamson Foodservice Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards Dinner taking place at Drumossie Hotel, Inverness, on 23 October 2009. Albert Roux, a legendary… 2009-06-18T13:33:52+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/05/charity_and_club_runners_encouraged_to_enter_now/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/05/charity_and_club_runners_encouraged_to_enter_now/ Baxters Loch Ness Marathon is set for a record entry to the event on 4 October 2009, as numbers currently show a 22% increase on last year’s figure. And with entries still open for charity, club and overseas places, the entry field is likely to continue to rise as the… 2009-05-25T13:26:39+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/05/launch_of_the_williamson_foodservice_highlands_islands_food_drink_awards_20/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/05/launch_of_the_williamson_foodservice_highlands_islands_food_drink_awards_20/ Entries open today (19 May) for the 2009 Williamson Foodservice Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards, a celebration of the best of food and drink produced and served in the area. The Awards, organised by the Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Forum and supported by Highlands and Islands… 2009-05-18T13:36:02+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/04/last_call_for_entries_for_baxters_loch_ness_marathon_as_1_may_deadline_appr/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/04/last_call_for_entries_for_baxters_loch_ness_marathon_as_1_may_deadline_appr/ With the 1 May deadline for entries fast approaching, runners have less than a week remaining to submit their entry for a guaranteed place in this year’s Baxters Loch Ness Marathon. The removal of the ballot system for the event, the third largest marathon in the UK, has proved… 2009-04-23T13:24:37+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/03/baxters_loch_ness_marathon_sees_massive_increase_in_entries/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/03/baxters_loch_ness_marathon_sees_massive_increase_in_entries/ Organisers of the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon announced today that entry figures are a massive 47% up on this time last year, following the lifting of the ballot entry system for the race. Runners thinking of entering this year’s Baxters Loch Ness Marathon have just four more weeks to… 2009-03-30T12:29:37+00:00 http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/01/run_home_to_baxters_loch_ness_marathon_festival_of_running/ http://www.smallcreek.co.uk/news/archive/2009/01/run_home_to_baxters_loch_ness_marathon_festival_of_running/ Baxters Loch Ness Marathon & Festival of Running organisers have announced an exciting new development for this year’s event taking place on 4 October 2009: for the first time in the eight year history of the event, entry to the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon will be guaranteed on a first… 2009-01-15T14:13:07+00:00