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The National
29-06-2025
- Climate
- The National
5 pictures show emergency services tackling huge wildfire in Highlands
Four fire appliances reportedly remained at the scene on Sunday as efforts to contain the fire continued, more than 16 hours after it started. READ MORE: Glastonbury Festival organisers respond after Bob Vylan's Israeli military chants A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: 'We were alerted at 5.50pm on Saturday, June 28, to reports of a fire in the open on the A939 near Dava, Grantown-on-Spey. 'Operations control mobilised four fire appliances to the area, where firefighters are currently working to extinguish the fire. 'Crews remain in attendance.' (Image: Peter Jolly) (Image: Peter Jolly) Firefighters are also reportedly tackling another blaze nearby on the B9007 near Carrbridge. Police have closed several roads in the area due to poor visibility. The A939 is closed between Grantown-on-Spey and Ferness, as well as the A940 at Dava. Traffic has also been restricted on the B9007 from the junction at Duthil to Ferness. (Image: Peter Jolly) (Image: Peter Jolly) (Image: Peter Jolly) Drivers and residents have been told to avoid the area as efforts to contain the fire are ongoing.
The Herald Scotland
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
The Odyssey filming in Scotland: Everything we know so far
Slated for a July 2026 release, The Odyssey has a reported budget of $250 million, setting it up to be Nolan's most expensive project to date. With Universal Pictures describing it as "a mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new IMAX film technology", filming has already taken place at locations including Aït Benhaddou in Morocco, Pelopennese in Greece, the island of Favignana off the coast of Sicily and in Iceland. READ MORE: Now, with production having moved to Scotland, here's everything we know about the next phase of filming here: Where in Scotland is filming taking place? Filming is taking place in Moray at locations including Culbin Forest near Forres and the dramatic Findlater Castle near Cullen. Sunnyside Beach, a secluded sandy beach between Cullen and Findlater Castle, is also being used for scenes. How long is the shoot in Scotland due to last? Filming is due to commence at Culbin Forest from July 3 to July 16, before continuing at Findlater Castle until July 25. What do we know about filming? Reports suggest the shoot will involve several hundred cast and crew. Filming is also set to take place at sea featuring replicas of ancient Greek vessels, many of which have been spotted at Buckie Harbour. The Draken Harald Hårfagre - the largest Viking ship built in modern times - is also in Scotland for filming. Findlater Castle in Moray where production crews are constructing a fake building for scenes (Image: Peter Jolly) Which stars are filming here? Matt Damon has already been spotted in Moray ahead of filming commencing, as well as actors Rafi Gavron and Will Yun Lee. Rumours suggest that both Tom Holland and Zendaya (who was also in Iceland filming scenes) could soon arrive in Scotland for the shoot. Jesse Garcia, Jovan Adepo, Jimmy Gonzales, Joshua Stewart and Sean Avery were also in Iceland for filming and could be joining the shoot here. What role will Scotland play in the movie? It is rumoured that the Moray coastline could be acting as cinematic stand-in for Ithaca - the island home of Odysseus - in the movie.
The National
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Filming begins for Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey at Findlater Castle in Moray
On Monday, the film crew were spotted constructing a fake building for Nolam's newest movie, The Odyssey, which will star his star his long-term friend Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, and Zendaya. The film follows the journey of the ancient Greek king of Ithaca back home to his wife following the Trojan War. READ MORE: Freedom Flotilla speaks out as Israel 'illegally seizes' Madleen and imprisons MEP Tom Holland and Charlize Theron are also linked to the movie, which is Nolan's most expensive of his career, according to reports.. (Image: Peter Jolly) The villages of Buckie and Cullen, where Findlater Castle is found, will also feature. Filming for the movie – which is due to be released in cinemas on July 16 next year – started in February in Morocco. It has also taken place in Greece and Sicily. (Image: Peter Jolly) Visit Aberdeenshire has also warned visitors to avoid Findlater Castle, writing on their website: 'Please note that Findlater Castle is inaccessible between May 27 and July 25 as a result of a private commercial activity ongoing in the immediate vicinity of the site during this time. 'This also includes the closure of the Barnyards of Findlater car park during this period, which is regularly used for visiting the castle.' A hotel in Cullen has also shared they had been booked for accommodation for between 50 and 60 film staff.
The National
06-05-2025
- Climate
- The National
Extreme warning for wildfires issued across parts of Scotland
The extreme warnings will be in place until Monday, while a very high warning across the whole of Scotland is in place from Wednesday (Image: Peter Jolly) This article is brought to you by our exclusive subscriber partnership with our sister title USA Today, and has been written by our American colleagues. It does not necessarily reflect the view of The Herald. AN EXTREME warning for wildfires has been issued across parts of Scotland over the coming days. A very high warning is in place across the whole of Scotland from Wednesday until Friday. Meanwhile, an extreme warning has been issued on Friday covering the north of Scotland, as well as across mainland Scotland on Saturday. The extreme warnings will be in place until Monday. (Image: Scottish Fire and Rescue Service) The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) urged the public to exercise caution if out and about in rural areas. It comes as a wildfire the size of two football pitches in the Glen Finglas region of the Trossachs was caused by a disposable barbecue. The disposable grill was found with a charred burger still on top after the blaze took place over the weekend. READ MORE: UK Government minister refuses to condemn Israel's ethnic cleansing in Gaza Station commander Joe Fitzpatrick said: "We are asking the public to exercise extreme caution and think twice before using anything involving a naked flame. "Many rural and remote communities are hugely impacted by wildfires, which can cause significant damage. "Livestock, farmland, wildlife, protected woodland and sites of special scientific interest can all be devastated by these fires - as can the lives of people living and working in rural communities. "These fires can also have a hugely negative impact on the environment and the release of greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere. "Human behaviour can significantly lower the chance of a wildfire starting, so it is crucial that people act safely and responsibly in rural environments and always follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code." We know there are thousands of National readers who want to debate, argue and go back and forth in the comments section of our stories. We've got the most informed readers in Scotland, asking each other the big questions about the future of our country. Unfortunately, though, these important debates are being spoiled by a vocal minority of trolls who aren't really interested in the issues, try to derail the conversations, register under fake names, and post vile abuse. So that's why we've decided to make the ability to comment only available to our paying subscribers. That way, all the trolls who post abuse on our website will have to pay if they want to join the debate – and risk a permanent ban from the account that they subscribe with. The conversation will go back to what it should be about – people who care passionately about the issues, but disagree constructively on what we should do about them. Let's get that debate started! Callum Baird, Editor of The National
The National
04-05-2025
- Climate
- The National
Scotland weather: Cairngorms unexpectedly covered in snow
The mountains in the Cairngorm National Park were surprisingly covered in snow on Sunday as the sunny spring weather is expected to cool off over the next few days. Hillwalkers were seen clearing their car windows after the light snow dump on Sunday morning, as others were seen playfully throwing snowballs at each other. READ MORE: Plans unveiled for 20-seater sauna on Scottish island's beach According to the Met Office, Scotland had one of its sunniest Aprils on record and the good weather is set to continue next week, with the mercury sitting at around 18 °C as it is set to warm up after a chillier weekend. (Image: Peter Jolly) Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist Tony Wisson explained: 'The recent very warm weather for the time of year is subsiding over the weekend as a weak cold front moves over the UK. We expect cooler temperatures as the front pushes south. 'This cooler air will also help introduce isolated showers across eastern parts, but it should stay drier further west. (Image: Peter Jolly) 'Sunday will feel much cooler compared to recent days, with temperatures falling slightly below average for the time of year. We can expect mid-to-low double figures for many, and even single figures for those further north.'
