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Times
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Times
The Times Daily Quiz: Wednesday May 7, 2025
1 An Ulster fry is traditionally served for which meal? 2 A ferry service runs from Lymington in Hampshire to Yarmouth on which island? 3 Eduardo Paolozzi's 1995 sculpture Newton sits outside which national library? 4 The Anglo-Norman poet Wace first described which table in his 1155 work Roman de Brut? 5 The three official languages of Belgium are French, German and what? 6 Which villain was played by Oliver Reed in the 1968 film Oliver!? 7 Meniscectomy surgery removes damaged meniscus cartilage from which part of the body? 8 Twin brothers named Dromio are servants to twin brothers named Antipholus in which Shakespeare play? 9 A statue of which Reg Smythe character was erected in Hartlepool in 2007? 10 Which English singer reached No 2 with The Show Must Go On (1973) and Moonlighting (1975)?
The Herald Scotland
28-04-2025
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Family to sell landmark hotel in historic Scottish village
Graham + Sibbald is marketing the Tweeddale Arms Hotel in Gifford, East Lothian. The agent said the property is rich in history and has long served as a central fixture in the 'affluent' area. Offers in the region of £795,000 for the freehold interest are invited. Landmark Scottish city hotel building put up for sale The hotel is in the city centre. (Image: Google) A landmark hotel building in a Scottish city centre has been brought to the market. The investment opportunity is for a 97-room hotel across the ground and four upper floors. Knight Frank is marketing the freehold of the Travelodge building in Aberdeen, to which the operator is signed up as a tenant for 25 years. The asking price of offers over £7 million "reflects a net initial yield of 8.30% and a very attractive running yield of 9.79% in 2028". Restaurant that 'pays homage to father of Pop Art' for sale The restaurant is near the Meadows. (Image: Christie & Co) A restaurant and bar that "pays homage to the father of Pop Art" has been brought to the market. The premises are named after the Scottish artist sometimes referred to as the driving force of the movement, particularly in Britain. Christie & Co said: "The restaurant serves 120 covers and boasts a modern, artistic interior which pays homage to the father of Pop Art, Eduardo Paolozzi. "Each of the restaurant's three trading spaces is designed with its own distinct character, including bespoke furniture, industrial-inspired features, and artwork adorning the walls." The property is on the market with a freehold asking price of offers over £1.1 million. Hotel overlooking 'picturesque' harbour put up for sale The hotel looks across the harbour to the sea. (Image: Graham + Sibbald) A hotel and apartments overlooking a Scottish harbour have been brought to the market. The premises have "spectacular" views from the village that sits on a coastal tourist route. Graham + Sibbald is marketing the Harbour House Hotel and Anglesea Apartments in the Dumfries and Galloway region. Offers around £775,000 are invited.
Edinburgh Live
23-04-2025
- Business
- Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh restaurant in 'prime position' hits the market in rare opportunity
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info An Edinburgh restaurant has been put on the market in a 'rare opportunity'. Paolozzi Restaurant and Bar sits in a 'prime position' on Forrest Road, and is a well-known dining and drinking spot. Combining Italian and Scottish cuisine, its popular with locals and tourists alike. It boasts 120 covers and a 'modern, artistic' interior. The spot pays homage to pioneering Leith artist Eduardo Paolozzi, reports the Scottish Daily Express. Paolozzi Restaurant & Bar is in a lively, high-footfall area at the top of Meadow Walk, in the heart of the university area and near George IV bridge, surrounded by cafes, bars, independent shops, and cultural attractions including the National Museum of Scotland. The University of Edinburgh is also nearby, and the restaurant is popular with students, locals and tourists alike all year round. Paolozzi, who died in 2005 at the age of 81, was born in Leith and interned during the Second World War with other Scots-Italian men. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox Known for his sculptures and graphic works, he is widely considered to be one of the pioneers of pop art. Simon Watson, Business Agent at Christie & Co who is managing the sale, said: "The sale of Paolozzi Restaurant & Bar in prime central Edinburgh offers a first-class opportunity to acquire an established business which has the ability to grow turnover and profit." The property is on the market with a freehold asking price of offers over £1,100,000. To find out more, visit:
Scotsman
23-04-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Edinburgh Italian restaurant loved by Gerard Butler for sale at offers over £1.1m
Watch more of our videos on and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now A popular Italian restaurant in Edinburgh city centre has gone up for sale at offers over £1.1m. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Paolozzi Restaurant & Bar, located on Forrest Road, is a well-known dining and drinking hotspot which combines Italian and Scottish cuisines. The restaurant, which is known to be a big favourite of Scottish actor Gerard Butler, serves 120 covers and boasts a modern, artistic interior which pays homage to the father of Pop Art, Eduardo Paolozzi. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Each of the restaurant's three trading spaces is designed with its own distinct character, including bespoke furniture, industrial-inspired features, and artwork adorning the walls. Paolozzi Restaurant & Bar is in a lively, high-footfall area at the top of Meadow Walk, in the heart of the University area and near George IV bridge, surrounded by cafes, bars, independent shops, and cultural attractions including the National Museum of Scotland. The University of Edinburgh is also nearby, and the restaurant is popular with students, locals and tourists alike all year round. Simon Watson, Business Agent at Christie & Co, said, 'The sale of Paolozzi Restaurant & Bar in prime central Edinburgh offers a first-class opportunity to acquire an established business which has the ability to grow turnover and profit.' The property is on the market with a freehold asking price of offers over £1,100,000. To find out more, visit: Click here to sign up 👇
