What's On?
The list below is of events due to take place across Scotland. If
you know of an event that ought to be listed here,
let us know.
June
- Every Saturday in June:
Music at The Old Mill Inn The Old Mill Inn, Pitlochry is a
great place to go for live music - every Saturday night brings the best musical
talent from across Scotland to play for our guests and diners.
- Various dates in June:
Exhibitions and Events at An Talla Solais, Ullapool An
Talla Solais hosts a wide range of exhibitions of contemporary art and runs
classes, courses and events to enable people to connect with art. For up to
date information on this month's programme visit the website linked in the
title. Daily from 10am to 4pm at An Talla Solais, Ullapool, IV26 2XE.
- Various dates in June:
Events at Dundee Rep Theatre, Dance and more at Dundee Rep
Theatre, Tay Square, Dundee, DD1 1PB. Check out our website for full programme
and booking information.
- Various dates in June:
What's On at Mount Stuart? Britain's most astounding
Victorian Gothic mansion, Mount Stuart sits in spectacular gardens on the
charming Isle of Bute. A must see place to go when on the island, check out
this month's events and activities via the web link above.
- 18 June:
Dunbar Wee Festival of Words Dunbar’s Wee Festival of
Words offers a magical festival experience full of poetry, prose and song. From
the Dunbar Writers and Dunbar Choir; to the Appletree Writers; Alex Cornish;
Pete Lancaster; Alice Mitchell (and more!) and the Scottish Book Trust, there
will be something for everyone at the "wee festival of words". A packed
programme will include creative writing workshops and New Writer Awards.
Tickets: Writing workshop - £4 (including free creche facilities),
Nightly promenade - £4 per night / £7.50 for both nights. For
further information and to book tickets visit our website:
www.dunbarliteraryfestival.co.uk/.
- 18-30 June:
Amazing Amber at the National Museum of Scotland The
UK’s largest exhibition of amber, Amazing Amber, will contain over 320
objects, 75% of which have never previously been shown. Amber is
fossilised tree resin and the exhibition will explore how this fascinating
material was formed, how it has been used in history and how it is studied by
scientists to shed new light on the earth’s ancient past. Amazing Amber
coincides with the 20th anniversary of the release of the blockbuster film
Jurassic Park that featured a mosquito trapped in amber from which dinosaur DNA
was supposed to have been taken. Entry is free. Daily at National Museum of
Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh.
- 18-30 June:
Scone Palace Summer Season The Palace is open daily from
9.30am and last admission is at 5pm. Grounds close at 5.45pm. Admission to
Palace and Grounds: Adults £10, Concessions £9.40, Children
£7.30, Families £31.50. Admission to Grounds Only: Adults £6,
Concessions £5.40, Children £4.20, Families £19. Season
tickets to the Palace and/or Grounds are also available. Scone Palace, Perth,
PH2 6BD.
- 19 June:
Six
Designers in Search of Authenticity: University of Dundee Honorary Graduate
Lecture 2013 by Deyan Sudjic From the ex military parka to the restoration
of a vintage Bugatti, the provenance of a Warhol's Brillo box or the font used
by the Obama election campaign, designers, artists and architects strive for
the most elusive of qualities, authenticity. But what does authenticity mean in
the digital age, when design has turned into the most knowing of professions,
dedicated to faking the signs of authenticity as faithfully as possible? Deyan
Sudjic is one of this year's Honorary Graduates and Director of the Design
Museum in London. From 6pm to 7pm at Dalhousie Building, University of Dundee,
Dundee, DD1 5EN A drinks reception follows this event. Free tickets are
available by Tel: 01382 385108 or 01382 385564, or by email from:
events@dundee.ac.uk.
- 20-23 June:
Royal Highland Show
2013 Billed as The Greatest Show on Earth, Royal Highland Show 2013 marks
The Year of Precision Farming.
- 21 June:
Airdrie & Shotts Summer Ceilidh is being held in the
Airdrie Working Men’s Social Club, Broomknoll Strret Airdrie at 7.30pm.
Featuring the Riverside Ceilidh Band plus guests. Tickets are £10 each
including buffet and are available by calling 07970 600238.
- 22 June:
Minibeast Magic at Bowhill House Explore the magical
miniature world that creeps and crawls under the ground. From 2pm to 3.30pm at
Bowhill House, Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET. Activity Charge: £2.50 per
child, accompanying adult free.
- 23 June:
Exploration for Otters at Drumlanrig Castle Search the
waterways on the estate to search for signs of otter activity. With help from
the Ranger identify prints and spraints, and the entry to the water course,
known as otter slides. From 3pm to 5pm at Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate,
Drumlanrig Mains, Thornhill, DG3 4AQ. Tickets: Adult £6, Child (5-16)
£3.50.
- 25 June:
SEALL presents National Theatre of Scotland: 'Calum's Road'
Calum's Road has become the stuff of modern folklore. It is the remarkable true
story of one man's single-minded determination to challenge the powers-that-be.
Based on Roger Hutchison's book of the same name, playwright David Harrower
offers audiences the richly detailed and unhurried description of a dying way
of life in Northern Raasay. At 8pm at The Stables at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig
(TDC Main Hall), Isle of Skye. For further information and tickets, Tel: 01471
844207.
- 28 June:
Scottish Chamber Orchestra at Strathpeffer Pavilion The SCO
makes its popular annual visit to the Pavilion. At 8pm. Tickets £14 full
price, £12 for senior citizens, £5 other concessions, including all
under 26s, are now available from the Pavilion office, Tel: 01997 420124.
- 29 June:
The Trott 2013 Pit your skills, strength and stamina in a
challenge on the unique Trotternish Ridge, one of the finest ridge traverses in
Britain. The longest challenges are a 36 km competitive run and a 36 km (22
miles) walk which are truly long events with much ascent and descent. There are
also a 21 km competitive run, a 21 km (12 miles) walk and a 12 km (8 miles)
walk - so there are challenges which cater for all abilities and tastes! The
Challenge is organised by the Isle of Skye Rotary Club as part of its programme
of activities to raise money for charity. For further information, visit the
website linked in the title.
- 29 & 30 June:
Summer Discoveries at Almond Valley Heritage Centre A
programme of summer holiday fun in conjunction with 2013 Year of Natural
Scotland. Every day there will be activities and demonstrations focussing on
the animals, plants and other creatures that live on the Almond Valley site.
There will be different theme for each week. Daily from 10am to 5pm at Almond
Valley Heritage Centre, Millfield, Livingston, EH54 7AR.
- 30 June:
Minibeast Safari at Drumlanrig Castle Wade into the
miniature world that minibeasts live in to find out what weird and wonderful
creatures you can find. With help, identify these creatures and discover the
sometimes strange adaptations they have. From 2pm to 3.30pm at Drumlanrig
Castle and Country Estate, Drumlanrig Mains, Thornhill, DG3 4AQ. Tickets: Adult
£6, Child (5-16) £3.50.
- 30 June:
Summer
Fete and Farmers Market On Culross Village Green from 11am to 4pm.
Organised by Culross and Torryburn Church and Culross Development
Trust.
July
- Every Saturday in July:
Music at The Old Mill Inn The Old Mill Inn, Pitlochry is a
great place to go for live music - every Saturday night brings the best musical
talent from across Scotland to play for our guests and diners.
- Various dates in July:
Exhibitions and Events at An Talla Solais, Ullapool An
Talla Solais hosts a wide range of exhibitions of contemporary art and runs
classes, courses and events to enable people to connect with art. For up to
date information on this month's programme visit the website linked in the
title. Daily from 10am to 4pm at An Talla Solais, Ullapool, IV26 2XE.
- Various dates in July:
What's On at Mount Stuart? Britain's most astounding
Victorian Gothic mansion, Mount Stuart sits in spectacular gardens on the
charming Isle of Bute. A must see place to go when on the island, check out
this month's events and activities via the web link above.
- 1-31 July:
Summer Discoveries at Almond Valley Heritage Centre A
programme of summer holiday fun in conjunction with 2013 Year of Natural
Scotland. Every day there will be activities and demonstrations focussing on
the animals, plants and other creatures that live on the Almond Valley site.
There will be different theme for each week. Daily from 10am to 5pm at Almond
Valley Heritage Centre, Millfield, Livingston, EH54 7AR.
- 1-31 July:
Amazing Amber at the National Museum of Scotland The
UK’s largest exhibition of amber, Amazing Amber, will contain over 320
objects, 75% of which have never previously been shown. Amber is
fossilised tree resin and the exhibition will explore how this fascinating
material was formed, how it has been used in history and how it is studied by
scientists to shed new light on the earth’s ancient past. Amazing Amber
coincides with the 20th anniversary of the release of the blockbuster film
Jurassic Park that featured a mosquito trapped in amber from which dinosaur DNA
was supposed to have been taken. Entry is free. Daily at National Museum of
Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh.
- 1-31 July:
Scone Palace Summer Season The Palace is open daily from
9.30am and last admission is at 5pm. Grounds close at 5.45pm. Admission to
Palace and Grounds: Adults £10, Concessions £9.40, Children
£7.30, Families £31.50. Admission to Grounds Only: Adults £6,
Concessions £5.40, Children £4.20, Families £19. Season
tickets to the Palace and/or Grounds are also available. Scone Palace, Perth,
PH2 6BD.
- 2 July:
SEALL presents a Traditional Music Concert An informal
concert of traditional music and singing, particularly designed for a family
week at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig. At 7.30pm at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig (Talla
Mhòr), Isle of Skye. For further information and tickets, Tel: 01471
844207.
- 5-7 July:
The GWCT Scottish Game Fair at Scone Palace The GWCT
Scottish Game Fair will celebrate its 25th Anniversary at Scone in 2013 and the
committee are working hard to put together an extra-special show, both to
celebrate the silver anniversary and to rekindle the spirit of the fair
following the disappointment of 2012. Daily 9.30am to 6.30pm at Scone Palace,
Perth, PH2 6BD. Tickets: Adults £18, Children £5, Families
£38. Online discounts available at:
www.scottishfair.com.
- 7 July:
Lurkin in the Loch at Drumlanrig Castle Join us for a
guddle in one of the lochs to discover what creatures are lurkin in the murky
depths. Living within this watery world can be very dangerous. See how these
creatures have come up with some ingenious way of surviving. From 2pm to 3.30pm
at Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate, Drumlanrig Mains, Thornhill, DG3 4AQ.
Tickets: Adult £6, Child (5-16) £3.50.
- 8 July:
Romeo and Juliet at Bowhill House "Handlebards. Two young
people meet by chance and fall in love but their innocent union is threatened
by a bloody family feud. One of the most moving of Shakespeare’s plays,
this version told by 4 men using bicycles to travel to Bowhill and to power
surprises in the set, will be a bit different, full of fun, and ultimately
portraying the beauty, intimacy and fragility of young love.This performance
will be outdoors if dry, indoors if wet." At 6.30pm at Bowhill House, Bowhill,
Selkirk, TD7 5ET. Charge: £12/£10.
- 9 July:
BBC Antiques Roadshow at Scone Palace The BBC Antiques
Roadshow will be holding one of its special Valuation Days at the Palace on the
9th of July. The show's presenter, Fiona Bruce, will be on hand with the team
of experts to discover the history and stories behind family heirlooms and car
boot bargains alike. From 9am to 4.30pm at Scone Palace, Perth, PH2 6BD.
- 10 July:
Come Fly a Kite at Bowhill House Come along to Bowhill and
make a 'wildlife kite'. Hopefully the wind will blow and we can watch it dance.
From 2pm to 3.30pm at Bowhill House, Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET. Activity
Charge: £2.50 per child, accompanying adult free.
- 13 July:
Family Fun Day at Bowhill House Enjoy a fun day for the
whole family with some entertainment and try your hand at archery with the
Ettrick Forest Archers. Visit our website, linked above, for further
information. At Bowhill House, Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET. Entry to Estate:
Adults £3.50, Children £2.50.
- 13 & 14 July:
Summer at Eden Arts, Craft and Food Fair Beautiful arts,
crafts and foods from across the Highlands of Scotland. A great opportunity to
purchase from a huge variety of traditional to contemporary articles all
handcrafted to the highest standards in the North of Scotland. Open 10am to 5pm
daily at Eden Court, Inverness, IV3 5SA. Entrance is Free.
- 14 July:
Riverside Ramble at Drumlanrig Castle Join us for a
leisurely stroll along the waterways to discover the wildlife that frequent
this area. This diverse habitat offers a huge array of potential for a whole
host of wildlife, dippers, cormorants, kingfisher or perhaps an otter. From 3pm
to 5pm at Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate, Drumlanrig Mains, Thornhill,
DG3 4AQ. Tickets: Adult £6, Child (5-16) £3.50.
- 14 July:
Heavy Horse Show at the National Museum of Rural Life Get
up close to nearly 200 horses at one of Scotland's biggest heavy horse shows.
From Shetlands to Clydesdales, watch the horses compete in a range of classes.
Children can take a pony ride or make a hobby horse in our kids' craft session.
From 10am to 5pm at National Museum of Rural Life, Wester Kittochside,
Philipshill Road, East Kilbride, G76 9HR. Cost (includes museum admission):
Adults £7.50/£6.50, Children £4 (under 5s free), Families (2
adults and 2 children) £22.
- 16 July:
SEALL presents 'Jazz on a Summer's Day' The Jazz
Ambassadors, part of the National Youth Jazz Orchestra of Scotland, will play a
short session, before the screening of 'Jazz on a Summer's Day' (1960, 85
minutes). This documentary, with a great sound track, is from the 1958 Newport
Jazz Festival in Rhode Island, filmed and directed by commercial and fashion
photographer Bert Stern and director Aram Avakian. The film mixes images of
water and the city with the performers and audience at the festival and
features scenes of the 1958 America's Cup yacht races. At 8pm at The Stables,
Clan Donald, Armadale, Isle of Skye. For further information and tickets, Tel:
01471 844207.
- 17 July:
Wild in the Woods at Bowhill House Take part in one of our
most popular activities - den building! From 2pm to 3.30pm at Bowhill House,
Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET. Activity Charge: £2.50 per child, accompanying
adult free.
- 19 July:
SEALL presents Fiddle Night A Fèis an Eilein Summer
Concert. At 8pm at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig (Talla Mhòr), Isle of Skye.
For further information and tickets, Tel: 01471 844207.
- 19 & 20 July:
SEALL presents 'Pirates of Penzance' The Skye-based Gilbert
and Sullivan company present another lively and local night of music and
mayhem. At 7.30pm at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig (Main Hall), Isle of Skye. For
further information and tickets, Tel: 01471 844207.
- 19-28 July:
Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival There will be great
nights out at the Festival Theatre, party atmospheres at the Spiegeltent, top
performers playing at the Queen's Hall, a cool new modern jazz club at 3 Bristo
Place, a traditional haven at the Royal Overseas League, an all day Festival
club at the Tron Kirk and a new programme strand - Cross the Tracks –
where the Festival checks in to musics on or just over the stylistic border.
See the festival website, linked in the title, for a full programme of events
and for booking information.
- 20 July:
Fake Thackray - the songs of Jake Thackray by John Watterson at
The Sunart Centre During the late 1960s and early 1970s Jake Thackray's
satirical, witty, sentimental, hilarious songs brought him fame and extensive
television exposure as well as a string of top selling albums. John Watterson's
tribute to Jake is full of the warmth, humour and sincerity that you would
expect from a lifelong fan. John is a talented guitarist and vocalist with an
engaging quality. At 8pm. Tickets £8 (under 18s £5). The Sunart
Centre, Strontian, PH36 4JA.
- 21 July:
Treasure Island at Bowhill House "Cambridge Touring
Theatre. Set in the beautiful grounds of Bowhill, this musical version of a
family favourite tells the story of Jim and his pirate friend Ruth who find a
treasure map and set sail for magical Treasure Island. Along the way they learn
important lessons about friendship and wisdom – and whether or not Long
John Silver is to be trusted! Children are encouraged to come in pirate fancy
dress and join in the fun. As a special treat there will be a children's
workshop before the show where you can meet some of the cast and get involved
in fun activities. Places are limited but are offered at only £1 to
children attending the show" At 6pm at Bowhill House, Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7
5ET. Charge: £11/£9.
- 24 July:
Recycled Crafts at Bowhill House Learn how you can recycle
and reuse some pieces of rubbish that are commonly thrown out in our bins each
week. Re-create something, as Blue Peter would say, 'Here's one I made
earlier'. From 2pm to 3.30pm at Bowhill House, Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET.
Activity Charge: £2.50 per child, accompanying adult free.
- 26-28 July:
80's Rewind Festival 2013 at Scone Palace Scone Palace
welcomes the return of the 80's Rewind Festival for the 3rd year. Featuring, on
Saturday, Ali Campbell’s UB40, Kim Wilde, Mike + The Mechanics, Starship,
Rick Astley, Howard Jones, Soul II Soul, Heather Small, A Flock Of Seagulls,
Red Hot Chilli Pipers, Captain Sensible and Odyssey and, on Sunday, OMD, Level
42, Tony Hadley, Belinda Carlisle, Earth Wind & Fire Experience Featuring
Al McKay, Nik Kershaw, The Blow Monkeys, The Blockheads, Jason Donovan, Cutting
Crew, The Flying Pickets and Sonia. At Scone Palace, Perth, PH2 6BD.
- 27 July:
Airshow at the National Museum of Flight Scotland's
National Airshow is a spectacular day out for all the family. Aircraft old and
new take to the skies for an afternoon of breathtaking aerial displays over the
skies of East Fortune. Back on the ground, enjoy a day of children's
activities, fairground rides, stalls and workshops. Pick up a tasty snack
and spend time in our hangars and attractions, all open for you to enjoy. From
10am to 5pm at National Museum of Flight, East Fortune Airfield, East Lothian,
EH39 5LF. Booking: Book before 27 July and save over 15%. Pre-booked tickets:
Adults £16/£14, Children £8 (under 5s free), Families (2
adults and 2 children) £38. On the day: Adults £19/£17,
Children £10 (under 5s free), Families (2 adults and 2 children)
£45.
- 27 & 28 July:
Traquair Fair Two of the most iconic bands of the 1960s
– The Animals and The Troggs - are set to headline at this year's Traquair
Fair. The bands will perform as part of a special Sixties theme for the
family-friendly weekend festival which is set in the grounds of Scotland’s
oldest inhabited house. In addition to an impressive line-up of Sixties music,
Traquair Fair also includes a programme of children’s entertainment,
features craft stalls, workshops and complementary therapies as well as a
choice of delicious food and drink including Traquair's own Fair Ale brewed
exclusively for the weekend. From 11am to 6pm daily at Traquair House,
Innerleithen. Advance ticket prices Adult £19, Concession £13,
Family ticket (2 adults and 3 children, 5-14) £46. Children under 5 go
free, and get a free balloon. Available online and via the Box Office, Tel:
01896 830323. Standard ticket prices on the day: Adult £21, Concession
£15, Family ticket (2 adults and 3 children, 5-14) £48. Children
under 5 go free, and get a free balloon.
- 28 July:
River Guddle at Drumlanrig Castle Come and unearth what
creatures are imbedded within the river system. Armed with a net and a basin
see what creatures are living within our waterway. From 2pm to 3.30pm at
Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate, Drumlanrig Mains, Thornhill, DG3 4AQ.
Tickets: Adult £6, Child (5-16) £3.50.
- 31 July:
Wildlife Cribs at Bowhill House Explore Bowhill woods with
the ranger to discover the wonderful world of animal homes. From 2pm to 3.30pm
at Bowhill House, Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET. Activity Charge: £2.50 per
child, accompanying adult free.
August
- Every Saturday in August:
Music at The Old Mill Inn The Old Mill Inn, Pitlochry is a
great place to go for live music - every Saturday night brings the best musical
talent from across Scotland to play for our guests and diners.
- Various dates in August:
Exhibitions and Events at An Talla Solais, Ullapool An
Talla Solais hosts a wide range of exhibitions of contemporary art and runs
classes, courses and events to enable people to connect with art. For up to
date information on this month's programme visit the website linked in the
title. Daily from 10am to 4pm at An Talla Solais, Ullapool, IV26 2XE.
- Various dates in August:
What's On at Mount Stuart? Britain's most astounding
Victorian Gothic mansion, Mount Stuart sits in spectacular gardens on the
charming Isle of Bute. A must see place to go when on the island, check out
this month's events and activities via the web link above.
- 1-18 August:
Summer Discoveries at Almond Valley Heritage Centre A
programme of summer holiday fun in conjunction with 2013 Year of Natural
Scotland. Every day there will be activities and demonstrations focussing on
the animals, plants and other creatures that live on the Almond Valley site.
There will be different theme for each week. Daily from 10am to 5pm at Almond
Valley Heritage Centre, Millfield, Livingston, EH54 7AR.
- 1-31 August:
Amazing Amber at the National Museum of Scotland The
UK’s largest exhibition of amber, Amazing Amber, will contain over 320
objects, 75% of which have never previously been shown. Amber is
fossilised tree resin and the exhibition will explore how this fascinating
material was formed, how it has been used in history and how it is studied by
scientists to shed new light on the earth’s ancient past. Amazing Amber
coincides with the 20th anniversary of the release of the blockbuster film
Jurassic Park that featured a mosquito trapped in amber from which dinosaur DNA
was supposed to have been taken. Entry is free. Daily at National Museum of
Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh.
- 1-31 August:
Scone Palace Summer Season The Palace is open daily from
9.30am and last admission is at 5pm. Grounds close at 5.45pm. Admission to
Palace and Grounds: Adults £10, Concessions £9.40, Children
£7.30, Families £31.50. Admission to Grounds Only: Adults £6,
Concessions £5.40, Children £4.20, Families £19. Season
tickets to the Palace and/or Grounds are also available. Scone Palace, Perth,
PH2 6BD.
- 1 August - 1 September:
Edinburgh Art Festival Scotland's largest annual festival
of visual art, showcasing the best contemporary art in the context of some of
the most important artists and movements of modern and historical periods.
- 2-24 August:
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo The Royal Edinburgh
Military Tattoo 2013 highlights Scotland's reputation as a land of outstanding
beauty as the Tattoo celebrates the Year of Natural Scotland.
- 4 August:
Family Fun Day at Scone Palace Come along and enjoy great
day out with fun and activities in the Grounds. From 8am to 4pm at Scone
Palace, Perth, PH2 6BD.
- 7 August:
Feed the Birds at Bowhill House Join the Bowhill Rangers
and make some tasty treats and homes for our feathered friends to enjoy, take
them home and help ensure that the birds in your garden don't go hungry this
winter and have a home for the spring! From 2pm to 3.30pm at Bowhill House,
Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET. Activity Charge: £4 per child, accompanying
adult free.
- 7 August:
SEALL presents 'Out of Books' with Finlay and Coburn 'Out
of Books' is collaborative project inspired by Boswell and Johnson's 1773
journey across the Scottish Highlands and Islands. Taking their texts as their
guides, Alex Finlay and Ken Coburn, poets and artists, set out to revisit
particular landscapes and recover particular views. At 8pm at The Stables, Clan
Donald, Armadale, Isle of Skye. For further information and tickets, Tel: 01471
844207.
- 9-11 August:
Edinburgh Foodies Festival Celebrating 7 years in the
Capital, Edinburgh Foodies Festival brings together the best in food and drink
to the city's Inverleith Park.
- 10-26 August:
Edinburgh International Book Festival The largest public
celebration of the written word in the world, bringing over 800 writers and
thinkers from across the planet together.
- 11 August:
Kids Outdoorsy Fair at Bowhill House Get your hands
dirty! Enjoy a day out in the fresh air with some family friendly outdoor
activities. Visit our website, linked above, for further information. At
Bowhill House, Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET. Entry to Estate: Adults £3.50,
Children £2.50.
- 14 August:
Minibeast Magic at Bowhill House Explore the magical
miniature world that creeps and crawls under the ground. From 2pm to 3.30pm at
Bowhill House, Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET. Activity Charge: £2.50 per
child, accompanying adult free.
- 17 & 18 August:
Galloway Country Fair 2013 at Drumlanrig Castle Drumlanrig
is once again the superb setting for the prestigious annual Country Fair which
attracts visitors from all over Scotland and the North of England. The
excellent line-up of quality exhibitors and a varied entertainment program,
alongside country pursuits and all of the traditional elements of a country
show, will ensure there is something for everyone. From 9am to 6pm at
Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate, Drumlanrig Mains, Thornhill, DG3 4AQ.
Tickets: Adult £12, Concession £10, Child £5, Family (2
Adults and 2 Children) £30.
- 21 August:
Fungi Foray at Bowhill House Join the Bowhill Ranger to
explore the fungi around the grounds and discover why fungi are so important to
us and our environment (beginners only). From 2pm to 3.30pm at Bowhill House,
Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET. Activity Charge: £2.50 per child, accompanying
adult free.
- 23 August - 1 September:
Peebles Arts Festival A celebration of music, theatre,
visual arts, words, film, photography and craft. See website for further
details and a full programme of events and tours.
- 30 August - 1 September:
Edinburgh Mela A vibrant, joyous riot of sounds, sights,
colours and tastes in the heart of Edinburgh, taking place over 3 days at Leith
Links.
- 31 August:
Lets go Batty at Drumlanrig Castle Come and unearth what
creatures are imbedded within the river system. Armed with a net and a basin
see what creatures are living within our waterway. From 9am to 11am at
Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate, Drumlanrig Mains, Thornhill, DG3 4AQ.
Tickets: Adult £6, Child (5-16) £3.50.
September
- Every Saturday in September:
Music at The Old Mill Inn The Old Mill Inn, Pitlochry is a
great place to go for live music - every Saturday night brings the best musical
talent from across Scotland to play for our guests and diners.
- Various dates in September:
Exhibitions and Events at An Talla Solais, Ullapool An
Talla Solais hosts a wide range of exhibitions of contemporary art and runs
classes, courses and events to enable people to connect with art. For up to
date information on this month's programme visit the website linked in the
title. Daily from 10am to 4pm at An Talla Solais, Ullapool, IV26 2XE.
- Various dates in September:
What's On at Mount Stuart? Britain's most astounding
Victorian Gothic mansion, Mount Stuart sits in spectacular gardens on the
charming Isle of Bute. A must see place to go when on the island, check out
this month's events and activities via the web link above.
- 1 September:
Miles for Macmillan - Edinburgh Take part in Miles for
Macmillan – Edinburgh in Holyrood Park, in the heart of the city. Marvel
at the extinct volcano of Arthur's Seat, watch the swans coast on 3 beautiful
lochs, and loop round the historic village of Duddingston. The course is
child-friendly and is suitable for pushchairs. Sorry, dogs are not allowed.
From 11am. Sign up fee £10. See website for details.
- 1 September:
Country Fair at the National Museum of Rural Life Join our
celebration of all things rural. Meet farmyard creatures in our animal marquee,
have a ride on our toy tractors and experience country skills and traditional
crafts. Watch our sheepdog trials and try your hand at sheaf-tossing and
welly-throwing! From 10am to 5pm at National Museum of Rural Life, Wester
Kittochside, Philipshill Road, East Kilbride, G76 9HR. Cost (includes museum
admission): Adults £7.50/£6.50, Children £4 (under 5s free),
Families (2 adults and 2 children) £22.
- 1
September:
Highland Chamber Orchestra at Strathpeffer Pavilion The
Highland Chamber Orchestra present one of their popular Sunday afternoon
concerts. This time, they play Aaron Copland's 'Quiet City', Haydn's 'Clock'
Symphony, Malcolm Arnold's 'Serenade for Small Orchestra' and Robert Wallace's
'Highland Sketches'. At 3pm. Tickets £8/£6 (£1 for school
pupils) available from the Pavilion office, Tel: 01997 420124.
- 1-8 September:
Amazing Amber at the National Museum of Scotland The
UK’s largest exhibition of amber, Amazing Amber, will contain over 320
objects, 75% of which have never previously been shown. Amber is
fossilised tree resin and the exhibition will explore how this fascinating
material was formed, how it has been used in history and how it is studied by
scientists to shed new light on the earth’s ancient past. Amazing Amber
coincides with the 20th anniversary of the release of the blockbuster film
Jurassic Park that featured a mosquito trapped in amber from which dinosaur DNA
was supposed to have been taken. Entry is free. Daily at National Museum of
Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh.
- 1-30 September:
Scone Palace Summer Season The Palace is open daily from
9.30am and last admission is at 5pm. Grounds close at 5.45pm. Admission to
Palace and Grounds: Adults £10, Concessions £9.40, Children
£7.30, Families £31.50. Admission to Grounds Only: Adults £6,
Concessions £5.40, Children £4.20, Families £19. Season
tickets to the Palace and/or Grounds are also available. Scone Palace, Perth,
PH2 6BD.
- 7 September:
Open Mic UK, Glasgow The Glasgow singing competition Open
Mic UK begins its search for the UK's best vocalists, singer/songwriters,
rappers and vocalists. Those who make it through these auditions will go on to
perform across the UK in live showcases complete with an audience and judging
panel in some of the UKs most prestigious live music venues. By entering for
the Open Mic UK singing competition, acts have the chance to progress through
the competition to play the Grand Final within the UK's most recognised live
music venue, The O2 in London. At The City Halls, Glasgow. Further details on
how to apply are on the website linked in the title.
- 14 September:
Heritage Week - Bowhill's Slain Man's Lea at Bowhill House
The Lady's Walk in Bowhill Estate has some very dark history hanging over it.
Join us to hear the story of the massacre told partly in song and poetry. Once
the noise of the Battle of Philiphaugh faded the screams of victims continued.
Includes a visit to Newark Castle. Distance of 3miles/5km. Under 18s must
be accompanied by a parent/guardian. From 11am to 3pm. Meet in the courtyard at
Bowhill House, Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET. For further information, contact
Scottish Borders Council Ranger Service on 01835 826750 or email:
rangers@scotborders.gov.uk.
- 14 September:
Roger Dean at Strathpeffer Pavilion Roger makes a welcome
return to the Pavilion with The Johnny Cash Story. At 8pm at The Pavilion,
Strathpeffer. Tickets £17/£15 available online from
WeGotTickets.com and
TicketWeb.co.uk, also from the
TicketWeb 24hr hotline, Tel: 08444 771000, June's Card Shop Dingwall and the
Pavilion office, Tel: 01997 420124.
- 14 & 15 September:
Edinburgh International Antiques & Collectors Fair In
the Lowland Hall at the Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, Edinburgh, EH28 8NB.
Entry times and prices are: Saturday: Early Entry 8:00am to 10am £5,
otherwise 10am to 4:30pm £3; Sunday: 10am to 4pm £3.
- 15 September:
Trees of the World at Drumlanrig Castle Let us reveal the
wonderful array of trees that have been planted at Drumlanrig from all corners
of the world. From 2pm to 3.30pm at Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate,
Drumlanrig Mains, Thornhill, DG3 4AQ. Tickets: Adult £6, Child (5-16)
£3.50.
- 15 September:
Cycletta Scotland at Scone Palace Cycletta, the UK's
leading series of women's only cycling events, is hosting its first Scottish
event at Scone Palace. Cycletta is supported by Olympic Gold Medallist,
Victoria Pendleton. Entry fees as follows: £28 for the Cycletta Novice
distance (20km); £38 for the Cycletta Classic distance (45km) and
£42 for the Cycletta Challenge distance (63km). At Scone Palace, Perth,
PH2 6BD.
- 20 & 21 September:
The Blackburn Dance Group at Strathpeffer Pavilion The
Blackburn Dance Group from Aberdeenshire spend a weekend in Strathpeffer. They
will be holding two dances at the Pavilion with music by top Scottish dance
bands. Others are welcome to join in and tickets can usually be bought at the
door. At The Pavilion, Strathpeffer.
- 21 & 22 September:
The Great Scottish Brave Harvest Chilli Festival 2013 at Scone
Palace A celebration of all things chilli-related, the Great Scottish Brave
Harvest Chilli Festival will give chilli lovers a fantastic opportunity to
taste and enjoy all the wonders of the hottest chilli products from the UK and
around the world. Festival-goers will be able to buy chilli plants and seeds,
as well as indulge in plenty of tastings including curries, stuffed chilli,
paellas, wraps & snacks, chilli vodka cocktails, chilli beer, chilli
sauces, breads, chutneys, chilli chocolate, ice cream and fruit juices and much
more! At Scone Palace, Perth, PH2 6BD. Admission: Adults £6, Families
£19.
- 22 September:
Harvest Festival at Bowhill House Join us for our annual
Harvest Festival and Scarecrow Competition. Discover the art of corn dolly
making, judge the Scarecrow competition and enjoy some family entertainment.
Enter a scarecrow and you could win £100 - download the online form from
our website which is linked above. From Noon to 4pm at Bowhill House, Bowhill,
Selkirk, TD7 5ET. Charge: Adults £3.50, Children £2.50.
- 22 September:
Wheels and Wings Show at the National Museum of Flight Join
us for a thrilling display of gravity-defying stunts with the amazing White
Helmets motorcycle display team. Have a go on a Segway, test your mountain bike
skills and see more than 200 classic cars and working vehicles. Enjoy hands-on
activities and talks from experts. From 10am to 5pm at National Museum of
Flight, East Fortune Airfield, East Lothian, EH39 5LF. Cost (includes museum
admission): Adults £10.50/£8.50, Children £5 (under 5s free),
Family tickets available.
- 28 September:
Moving On at Bowhill House Old Forge Productions. A very
welcome return to Old Forge Productions (Talking Heads) This time with a one
woman show about Life, love and living. Actress Michelle Ellerington takes on
the world as only a woman approaching middle age can… At 8pm at Bowhill
House, Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET. Charge: £12/£10.
- 28 September:
Feeders and Homes at Drumlanrig Castle Come along and build
nest boxes and feeders ready for winter and the forthcoming breeding season, to
lend our feathery friends a hand. From 1pm to 3pm at Drumlanrig Castle and
Country Estate, Drumlanrig Mains, Thornhill, DG3 4AQ. Tickets: Adult £6,
Child (5-16) £3.50.
- 28 & 29 September:
Arts, Craft and Food Fair at Birnam Hotel In the hidden gem
baronial hall at the Birnam Hotel, located in the heart of Highland Perthshire,
exhibitors from across the North Scotland will display a wide variety of
hand-crafted items, all made to the highest standards. Open 10 am to 5pm daily
at Birnam Hotel, Perth Road, Birnam PH8 0AA. Entrance is Free.
- 29 September:
An Autumn Amble at Drumlanrig Castle Come for a walk
through the changing woodlands to see what harvest time has to offer for the
local wildlife. With the ever-changing seasons, will summer have provided the
fungi, berries and nuts our wildlife needs to sustain it through the winter?
From 1pm to 2.30pm at Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate, Drumlanrig Mains,
Thornhill, DG3 4AQ. Tickets: Adult £6, Child (5-16) £3.50.
October
- Every Saturday in October:
Music at The Old Mill Inn The Old Mill Inn, Pitlochry is a
great place to go for live music - every Saturday night brings the best musical
talent from across Scotland to play for our guests and diners.
- Various dates in October:
Exhibitions and Events at An Talla Solais, Ullapool An
Talla Solais hosts a wide range of exhibitions of contemporary art and runs
classes, courses and events to enable people to connect with art. For up to
date information on this month's programme visit the website linked in the
title. Daily from 10am to 4pm at An Talla Solais, Ullapool, IV26 2XE.
- Various dates in October:
What's On at Mount Stuart? Britain's most astounding
Victorian Gothic mansion, Mount Stuart sits in spectacular gardens on the
charming Isle of Bute. A must see place to go when on the island, check out
this month's events and activities via the web link above.
- 1-31 October:
Scone Palace Summer Season The Palace is open daily from
9.30am and last admission is at 5pm. Grounds close at 5.45pm. Admission to
Palace and Grounds: Adults £10, Concessions £9.40, Children
£7.30, Families £31.50. Admission to Grounds Only: Adults £6,
Concessions £5.40, Children £4.20, Families £19. Season
tickets to the Palace and/or Grounds are also available. Scone Palace, Perth,
PH2 6BD.
- 2 October:
The Magic of the Beatles at Strathpeffer Pavilion Regarded
as one of the UK's leading Beatles cover bands, playing to ecstatic sell-out
audiences throughout the world and regularly appearing on television and radio,
The Magic of the Beatles present their Golden Anniversary tour, celebrating 50
years of No.1 hits. At 8pm at The Pavilion, Strathpeffer. Tickets £18.50
available online from WeGotTickets.com and
TicketWeb.co.uk, also from the
TicketWeb 24hr hotline, Tel: 08444 771000, June's Card Shop Dingwall and the
Pavilion office, Tel: 01997 420124.
- 12 October:
Isla Grant at Strathpeffer Pavilion Isla started singing in
folk clubs when she was only 14. She went on to become a popular country singer
and is now an internationally-known singer/songwriter, several of whose albums
have gone platinum. At 8pm at The Pavilion, Strathpeffer. Tickets
£17/£15/£6 available online from
WeGotTickets.com and
TicketWeb.co.uk, also from the
TicketWeb 24hr hotline, Tel: 08444 771000, June's Card Shop Dingwall and the
Pavilion office, Tel: 01997 420124.
- 18-27 October:
Scottish International Storytelling Festival Scotland's
vibrant and enduring annual celebration of traditional and contemporary
storytelling from home and across the world. Organised by The Scottish
Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh.
- 19-31 October:
Spooky Happenings at Almond Valley Heritage Centre As the
days grow shorter, strange creatures begin to emerge from the the darkest and
scariest corners of the old mill and farm buildings. Encounter unearthly
creatures on a trail of terror, collect the clues and claim a small prize for
your bravery. Join in with creepy crafts and gruesome games, and have a
spine-tingling good time. Daily from 10am to 5pm at Almond Valley Heritage
Centre, Millfield, Livingston, EH54 7AR.
- 25 October:
Friday Fright Night at Almond Valley Heritage Centre Doors
re-open after dark for traditional Halloween games, a moonlight trail, and a
ghost train journey into the depths of the night. Come dressed to kill. From
6pm to 9pm at Almond Valley Heritage Centre, Millfield, Livingston, EH54
7AR.
November
- Every Saturday in November:
Music at The Old Mill Inn The Old Mill Inn, Pitlochry is a
great place to go for live music - every Saturday night brings the best musical
talent from across Scotland to play for our guests and diners.
- 1 November:
T.Rextasy at Strathpeffer Pavilion The brilliant (and only
official) tribute band to Marc Bolan and T.Rex, endorsed by the controllers of
Marc Bolan and T.Rex's catalogue, Marc Bolan's family, former members of T.Rex
and the official Marc Bolan fan club. At 8pm at The Pavilion, Strathpeffer.
Tickets £15 available online from WeGotTickets.com and
TicketWeb.co.uk, also from the
TicketWeb 24hr hotline, Tel: 08444 771000, June's Card Shop Dingwall and the
Pavilion office, Tel: 01997 420124.
- 2 November:
Whisky Tasting at Bowhill House Do you know your malts from
your blends or your Highland from your Lowland? Join us for an informal evening
of whisky tasting which will include some very special treats from around the
country. From 7pm to 9pm at Bowhill House, Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET. Tickets:
£25 including light refreshments.
- 9 & 10 November:
Edinburgh International Antiques & Collectors Fair In
the Lowland Hall at the Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, Edinburgh, EH28 8NB.
Entry times and prices are: Saturday: Early Entry 8:00am to 10am £5,
otherwise 10am to 4:30pm £3; Sunday: 10am to 4pm £3.
- 30 November:
Santa at Almond Valley Heritage Centre Jolly old Santa is
at home in his farmyard cottage handing out early Christmas presents. Join in
Christmas crafts, meet the animals in a special winter scene and enjoy the
magic of a traditional Christmas. Daily from 10am to 5pm at Almond Valley
Heritage Centre, Millfield, Livingston, EH54 7AR.
December
- Every Saturday in December:
Music at The Old Mill Inn The Old Mill Inn, Pitlochry is a
great place to go for live music - every Saturday night brings the best musical
talent from across Scotland to play for our guests and diners.
- 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, & 21-24 December:
Santa at Almond Valley Heritage Centre Jolly old Santa is
at home in his farmyard cottage handing out early Christmas presents. Join in
Christmas crafts, meet the animals in a special winter scene and enjoy the
magic of a traditional Christmas. Daily from 10am to 5pm at Almond Valley
Heritage Centre, Millfield, Livingston, EH54 7AR.
- 4, 5 11 & 12 December:
Wreath making workshop at Bowhill House Take time to enjoy
the festive period and create a traditional Christmas wreath that you and your
guests will admire. When you are finished, enjoy a creamy cappuccino and mince
pie. From 10am to Noon at Bowhill House, Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET. Charge:
£18 including refreshments.
- 1 September:
Christmas Fair and Foal Show at the National Museum of Rural
Life Celebrate Christmas down on the farm with festive donkeys and Shetland
foals. Meet Father Christmas, enjoy a pantomime and pick up some gift ideas at
our Christmas Craft Fair. Experience traditional Yuletide activities at the
farmhouse with pomander making and Victorian parlour games. From 10am to 5pm at
National Museum of Rural Life, Wester Kittochside, Philipshill Road, East
Kilbride, G76 9HR. Cost (includes museum admission): Adults
£7.50/£6.50, Children £4 (under 5s free), Families (2 adults
and 2 children) £22.
