August 2008 What's On in
Highland Perthshire
Pitlochry Festival Theatre see website for
details. www.pitlochry.org.uk
A selection of 6 plays including;
Heartbreak House – Shaw
Arcadia
Wild Honey - by Chekhov
She Stoops to conquer – Goldsmith
Habeas Corpus - Alan Bennett
Outlying Islands
Tel: Box Office 01796 484 626 Email
boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk
or book online
www.pitlochry.org.uk
Every Wednesday from April to September 10am -
12noon
Heather, hills and Hamish - Trek with an estate ghillie 2hr
ride.
Blair Castle Trekking Centre
Take a guided tour through the stunning hills and heather
moors of Atholl. Following old drover tracks, perhaps catching a
glimpse of roe deer, grouse and red squirrels as buzzards fly
overhead. The ride will be guided by Hamish, an estate ghillie,
who will be able to answer questions on stalking and heather
management. The two hour ride is suitable for beginners and
experienced riders. £35 per person (£45 including
three-course lunch)
www.blaircastletrekking.co.uk
Every Wednesday from 2nd July - 27th August
7.30pm - 10pm
Dusk Land Rover Tour
Atholl Estates
See the evening wildlife of the hills on this tour led by one of
our experienced game-keepers. Spectacular views of the
lowering sun, you may see grouse, deer and birds of prey, owls,
pine martens, woodcock and snipe are all venturing out at this
time of the evening. Adults £25 children £15 Booking Tel
01796 481355
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Friday 1 August, 1.30pm - 3pm
Mixed Up Faskally
Faskally car park
Learn how the foresters of the past shaped this model mixed
woodland for future generations.
Cost: Adults: £3, Children £1 Tel: 01738 710399
www.forestry.gov.uk/recreation
Saturday 2 August, 12pm - 1.30pm
Plant Finders
Weem Car Park
Enjoy the discoveries of the world-famous plant hunters, Douglas
and Menzies, in stunning scenery near Castle Menzies. Cost:
Adults: £3, Children £1 Tel: 01738 710399
www.forestry.gov.uk/recreation
Sunday 3rd August, 10am – 12.30pm
Explore the Hidden Glens
Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Description: Join a landrover taking you up one of our stunning
glens to explore the landscape, history and wildlife. Cost: £25
Adults £15 children Booking required. Tel. 01796 481355
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Sunday 3rd August, 8pm
Absolute Swing
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
A rollercoaster ride of finger-clicking fun celebrating the best
of the Rat Pack era with the Kings of Swing. Tickets £15
Tel: Box Office 01796 484 626 Email
boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk
or book online
www.pitlochry.org.uk
Monday - Thursday and Friday's until 20th
August 2 - 3.30pm
Organic Farm Tours
Blair Castle's Home Farm
Experience the works of Blair Castle’s Home Farm on a trailer
ride tour, pulled by a farm tractor.
Fun for all the family, the tour will take in the managed
landscape and farm buildings surrounding Blair Castle. Children
receive an activity pack with crayons, and can have a sit on the
tractor after the tour. Adults £5. Children under 16 £3.
under 3yrs free. Tickets from 9.30am from Blair Castle Caravan
Park reception or Blair Castle Front Hall. Tickets to be
presented prior to departure. Tel: 01796 481355
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Monday 4th August
7.45pm gates open 7pm
Highland Nights.
Recreation Ground Pitlochry.
(Robert Wiseman Dairies Vale of Atholl Pipe band), Follow
the parade from Fishers Hotel at 7.30pm to the Recreation
Ground. Highland and Scottish dancing, songs and
music. Venue -Drive Into Recreation Ground.
watch from your car or from the terracing. If wet, venue -
Pitlochry Town Hall. Admission - Adults £5, Concessions £4
& Children free
.contact:
G. McNab Tel: 0773 315 2223 E/mail
gmcnab00@aol.com
Web
www.highlandnight.com
Tuesday 05 August 2008 - 2-4pm
Woodland Treasure Hunt
Meet: Glen Tilt Car Park, by
Blair Atholl
A family event searching for clues and treasure. Charge:
Adults £2, Children £1
Phone 01796 481355
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Wednesday, 6th August. 11am – 4pm Booking
recommended.
Iron Age Crannog Olympics
The Scottish Crannog Centre, Kenmore
Step into Iron Age clothing and take the Celtic challenge! Games
include spear-throwing; archery; caber-tossing; timber
pile-driving; rope-work; fire races; water races; and more.
Winners in each age category are presented with special
handcrafted medals. Suitable for ages 8 to 16 years. Our Crannog
Champion will provide all the training you need to win!
Cost to be confirmed. The Scottish Crannog Centre, Kenmore
Tel. 01887 830583.
www.crannog.co.uk
Wednesday 6th August 2pm
The Battle of Killiecrankie
Killiecrankie Visitor Centre
Description: Get to grips with the gory details of this gruesome
battle. Interactive battle talk (1hr) followed by children’s
craft activities and a display of weapons. Cost: Adults £2.50;
Children £2
Tel: 01796 473233 www.nts.org.uk
Wednesday, 6th August, 2pm – 4.30pm
Explore the Hidden Glens
Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Description: Join a landrover taking you up one of our stunning
glens to explore the landscape, history and wildlife. Cost: £25
Adults £15 children Booking required. Tel. 01796 481355
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Wednesday 6th August 2-4pm
Solo Handbell Ringing by Heather I. McLean
Dunkeld Cathedral
one of the country few accomplished handbell soloists.
Solo ringing is most unusual. It is fascinating to watch and
lovely to hear. Performances in Dunkeld Cathedral on most
Wednesdays throughout the summer, Also group ringing
occasionally. Contact Tourist Information Office, Tel: 01350
727688
Wednesday 6th August 7.15pm
A Scottish Night Out
Pitlochry Town Hall
Eddie Rose - Scotland's Son of Fun! with Sandy Lindsay,
Heather Sadler, Jean Swanson dancers and special guests.
Doors open 7.15pm show starts 7.45pm Tickets from
TIC/Leisure Centre or Telephone 01796 472600
www.eddierose.co.uk
Friday 7th - 10th August 2008 From 7.30pm
Menzies Clan Gathering
Castle Menzies by Aberfeldy
Annual gathering of members of the Clan Menzies. Includes a
formal dinner, Annual General Meeting and Ceilidh. A Parade will
also take place at the Atholl & Breadalbane Highland Games.
Contact - John Jack Telephone - 01887 820982
Email:castlem@tiscali.co.uk
Web: www.menzies.org
Thursday 7 August
Go Wild at the Safari Lodge
Perthshire Junior Gold Panning Championships
Highland Adventure Safari, Dull by Aberfeldy.
After easy instructions from our resident expert, you’ll soon be
panning like a ‘pro’! Scooping and swirling in our purpose built
panning flume, you’ll soon be hunting for semi precious gems,
fools’ gold as well as real gold. Everything you find, you will
take home with you and everyone receives a special certificate
whilst the winner receives a prize. Competitors will be split
into two age groups: 8 and under and 9 – 14. Turn up on the day
10am – 4pm. £4 entry/competitor.
The Athol Clan Highlanders - Dress up and step back in
time as our highlanders show you how clansmen fought in days of
old. 11am and 1pm. Falconry Display - Come along
and watch our experienced Falconer work owls, hawks and the
magnificent Golden Eagle, gliding, swooping and soaring all with
the spectacular backdrop of Highland Perthshire. There is a
chance to hold and feed the birds too! 2pm. Entry charge £3 per
adult and £2 per child. Also donations to charity. RSPB stand.
Fun for all the family with games and activities. BBQ Perthshire
produce from The Scottish Farm shop. Tel 01887 820071
www.highlandadventuresafaris.co.uk
Thursday 07 August 2008 - 10.30am -
12noon
Squirreltastic
Meet: Glen Tilt Car Park,
Blair Atholl.
Kids event. Find out more about our treetop friends. Charge:
Children £1.00
Phone 01796 481355
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Thursday 7 August, 2pm - 3.30pm
Broadleaved Brilliance
Weem Car Park by Aberfeldy
Enjoy the discoveries of the world-famous plant hunters,
Douglas and Menzies, in stunning scenery near Castle Menzies.
Cost: Adults: £3, Children £1 Tel: 01738 710399
www.forestry.gov.uk/recreation
Every Thursday 8pm
This is Scotland... and You're Welcome to It!
Castle Menzies, by Aberfeldy.
an evening of Highland Pertshire Music & Comedy with Alan
Brown. Licensed Bar
Tickets £6.Tel:01887 820982 or
www.broonsreel.com
Thursday 7th August 9pm - 11pm
Swing of the Kilts Scottish variety show/dance
Fishers Hotel, Atholl Rd Pitlochry
Accordionist and compere Tommy Newcomen, with singers,
dancers and musicians. A full show with general dancing.
Free admission Tel 01796 472000
e.mail:tommynewcomen@hotmail.com
Friday, 8th August 11am – 5pm
Prehistoric Canoe Carving
The Scottish Crannog Centre, Kenmore
Learn about Bronze Age tools and try your hand at adzing and
axing to help build a dugout canoe.
Crannog tour included.
The Scottish Crannog Centre, Kenmore Tel. 01887 830583.
www.crannog.co.uk
Saturday 9 August, 2pm – 4pm
Linn of Tummel Safari
Garry Bridge car park
Description: Enjoy a scenic walk to the Falls of Tummel
discovering about the history and wildlife of this site. Cost:
Adults £2.50; Children £2
Tel: 01796 473233 www.nts.org.uk
09 August 2008 From 9.30am
Atholl & Breadalbane Show & Highland Gathering
Victoria Park Aberfeldy
An annual event featuring horse and pony classes, cattle, sheep
and Clydesdale horses, heavy weight events, highland dancing,
piping and much more. Admission - £5
Contact - John Robertson Telephone - 01796 482376
Email:jrlogierait@ukonline.co.uk
Saturday 9th August
7.30pm
Scottish Country Dancing
Pitlochry Town Hall Pitlochry
An evening of traditional dancing to some of Scotland's best
bands - Marian Anderson
Admission - Dancers £6, Spectators £2 Contact - June Templeman
Telephone - 01796 473488
Email:jdat@topofthebox.freeserve.co.uk
Sunday 10th August, 10am – 12.30pm
Explore the Hidden Glens
Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Description: Join a landrover taking you up one of our stunning
glens to explore the landscape, history and wildlife. Cost: £25
Adults £15 children Booking required. Tel. 01796 481355
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Sunday 10 August 2008 - 2-3pm
Big Trees in Diana's Grove
Meet: Blair Castle Car Park, Blair Atholl
Experience the tree giants of Blair Castle. Charge: £1
with Castle grounds ticket
Phone 01796 481355
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
10 August 2008 2pm-5pm
Gardens Open - Cluniemore
Pitlochry
Mature garden in a beautiful setting surrounded by hills. Rock
and water garden, lawns, herbaceous and annual borders. Roses,
shrubs and a short signed woodland walk above the garden.
Greenhouses. Admission - Adults £3, Children under 16 free
Scotland's Garden Scheme Telephone - 0131 226 3714
Email:info@sgsgardens.co.uk
Web:
www.gardensofscotland.org
Sun 10th August, 8pm
Salsa Celtica
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
A great Scottish salsa band which combines the Cuban charanga
sound with a Highland blend of flute, fiddles and bagpipes.
Their concerts sell out around the world – expect the same here
at PFT! Tickets £16.50 Tel: Box Office 01796 484 626 Email
boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk
or book online
www.pitlochry.org.uk
Monday - Thursday and Friday's in July 2 -
3.30pm
Organic Farm Tours
Blair Castle's Home Farm
Experience the works of Blair Castle’s Home Farm on a trailer
ride tour, pulled by a farm tractor.
Fun for all the family, the tour will take in the managed
landscape and farm buildings surrounding Blair Castle. Children
receive an activity pack with crayons, and can have a sit on the
tractor after the tour. Adults £5. Children under 16 £3.
under 3yrs free. Tickets from 9.30am from Blair Castle Caravan
Park reception or Blair Castle Front Hall. Tickets to be
presented prior to departure. Tel: 01796 481355
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Monday 11th August
7.45pm gates open 7pm
Highland Nights.
Recreation Ground Pitlochry.
(Robert Wiseman Dairies Vale of Atholl Pipe band), Follow
the parade from Fishers Hotel at 7.30pm to the Recreation
Ground. Highland and Scottish dancing, songs and
music. Venue -Drive Into Recreation Ground.
watch from your car or from the terracing. If wet, venue -
Pitlochry Town Hall. Admission - Adults £5, Concessions £4
& Children free
.contact:
G. McNab Tel: 0773 315 2223 E/mail
gmcnab00@aol.com
Web
www.highlandnight.com
Tuesday 12 August, 8pm
– 9.30pm
Dusk Walk
The Hermitage lower car park by Dunkeld
Description: Find out about the elusive wildlife that frequents
the half-light between day and night. Not suitable for children
under 12. Cost: Adults £2.50.
Tel: 01796 473233 www.nts.org.uk
Wednesday, 13th August, 2pm – 4.30pm
Explore the Hidden Glens
Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Description: Join a landrover taking you up one of our stunning
glens to explore the landscape, history and wildlife. Cost: £25
Adults £15 children Booking required. Tel. 01796 481355
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Wednesday 13 August,
2pm – 3.30pm
Noisy Nature
The Hermitage lower car park
What’s that noise? Games and activities finding out how animals
communicate in the woods. Suitable for children aged 5-12. Cost:
Children £2 Tel: 01796 473233 www.nts.org.uk
Wednesday, 13th August
11am to 5pm. Booking essential
Clay-bake: Poking into Pots
The Scottish Crannog Centre, Kenmore
Wrestle with local clays and get to grips with pot-making and
primitive firing. Crannog tour included. The Scottish
Crannog Centre, Kenmore Tel. 01887 830583.
www.crannog.co.uk
Wednesday 13th August 2-4pm
Solo Handbell Ringing by Heather I. McLean
Dunkeld Cathedral
one of the country few accomplished handbell soloists.
Solo ringing is most unusual. It is fascinating to watch and
lovely to hear. Performances in Dunkeld Cathedral on most
Wednesdays throughout the summer, Also group ringing
occasionally. Contact Tourist Information Office, Tel: 01350
727688
Wednesday 13th August
(After Matinee)
Post Show Talk - Wild Honey
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
This is your chance to meet the
actors and director from the play you've just watched, and ask
them anything! These talks offer a unique and fascinating
experience. Price £2.
Tel: Box Office 01796 484 626 Email
boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk
or book online
www.pitlochry.org.uk
Wednesday 13th August 7.15pm
A Scottish Night Out
Pitlochry Town Hall
Eddie Rose - Scotland's Son of Fun! with Sandy Lindsay,
Heather Sadler, Jean Swanson dancers and special guests.
Doors open 7.15pm show starts 7.45pm Tickets from
TIC/Leisure Centre or Telephone 01796 472600
www.eddierose.co.uk
Thursday 14 August 2008 - 10.30am -
12noon
Wet and Wild
Meet: Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Kids' event. Discover the weird watery world around the river.
Charge: Children £1.00
Phone 01796 481355
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Thursday 14 August, 11am -12.30pm
Forests of the Future
Craigvinean Car Park
What's the Forestry Commission up to? Learn the facts on a variety of
topics - recreation, conservation and planning the forests of
tomorrow today. Cost: Adults: £3, Children £1
Tel: 01738 710399
www.forestry.gov.uk/recreation
Every Thursday 8pm
This is Scotland... and You're Welcome to It!
Castle Menzies, by Aberfeldy.
an evening of Highland Pertshire Music & Comedy with Alan
Brown. Licensed Bar
Tickets £6.Tel:01887 820982 or
www.broonsreel.com
Thursday 14th August 9pm - 11pm
Swing of the Kilts Scottish variety show/dance
Fishers Hotel, Atholl Rd Pitlochry
Accordionist and compere Tommy Newcomen, with singers,
dancers and musicians. A full show with general dancing.
Free admission Tel 01796 472000
e.mail:tommynewcomen@hotmail.com
Saturday 16th August 1.30pm
Kinloch Rannoch Highland Games
Wellerpooley Park Kinloch Rannoch
A host of family attractions including heavy events, piping,
dancing, children's races, track and field, hill race, stalls
and local "North v South" tug o war.
Admission - Adults £3 (Children £1) & Cars £1 Contact - Roderick
Taylor
Telephone - 01882 632420
Email:Rodftaylor@aol.com
Web
www.perthshirehighlandgames.co.uk
Saturday 16th August 2008
Aberfeldy Middle Distance Triathlon
Aberfeldy Recreation Centre Aberfeldy
Triathlon Race - swim, bike & run. Contact - Aberfeldy
Recreation Centre
Telephone - 01887 820922
Sunday 17th August, 10am – 12.30pm
Explore the Hidden Glens
Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Description: Join a landrover taking you up one of our stunning
glens to explore the landscape, history and wildlife. Cost: £25
Adults £15 children Booking required. Tel. 01796 481355
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Monday - Thursday and Friday's in July 2 -
3.30pm
Organic Farm Tours
Blair Castle's Home Farm
Experience the works of Blair Castle’s Home Farm on a trailer
ride tour, pulled by a farm tractor.
Fun for all the family, the tour will take in the managed
landscape and farm buildings surrounding Blair Castle. Children
receive an activity pack with crayons, and can have a sit on the
tractor after the tour. Adults £5. Children under 16 £3.
under 3yrs free. Tickets from 9.30am from Blair Castle Caravan
Park reception or Blair Castle Front Hall. Tickets to be
presented prior to departure. Tel: 01796 481355
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Monday 18th August
7.45pm gates open 7pm
Highland Nights.
Recreation Ground Pitlochry.
(Robert Wiseman Dairies Vale of Atholl Pipe band), Follow
the parade from Fishers Hotel at 7.30pm to the Recreation
Ground. Highland and Scottish dancing, songs and
music. Venue -Drive Into Recreation Ground.
watch from your car or from the terracing. If wet, venue -
Pitlochry Town Hall. Admission - Adults £5, Concessions £4
& Children free
.contact:
G. McNab Tel: 0773 315 2223 E/mail
gmcnab00@aol.com
Web
www.highlandnight.com
Monday 18th August 8pm
Home Service
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
A wartime musical revue with Susan Flannery and Michael Lunts
who will use authentic broadcasts, songs and sketches from the
period, to bring to life the Forties in all its grit and
grandeur. Foyer Event £12.50
Tel: Box Office 01796 484 626 Email
boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk
or book online
www.pitlochry.org.uk
Tuesday 19th August
7.15pm - 9.15pm
Blair Castle Celtic Night
Blair Castle Blair Atholl
An opportunity to sit back and watch all things Scottish in a
traditional 'Celtic Night' featuring The Pitlochry & Blair
Atholl Pipe Band, highland dancers and much more. A great
evening of entertainment for all the family. Admission - Adults
£6.50, Concessions £4.50 & accompanied children free Contact -
Blair Castle Telephone - 01796 481207
Email:office@blair-castle.co.uk
Web
www.blair-castle.co.uk
Tuesday 19 August 2008 - 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Dusk Watch
Meet: Glen Tilt Car Park,
Blair Atholl.
We go searching for creatures of the night. Charge: Adults £2,
Children £1 Phone 01796 481355
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Tues 19th August, 8pm
Best of British Musicals - John Scrimger
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
All of your British show favourites from the West End Stage, old
and new with John Scrimger, James Nicol and Linda Ormiston.
Foyer Event £12.50 Tel: Box Office 01796 484 626
Email
boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk or book online
www.pitlochry.org.uk
Wednesday 20th August 2pm
The Battle of Killiecrankie
Killiecrankie Visitor Centre
Description: Get to grips with the gory details of this gruesome
battle. Interactive battle talk (1hr) followed by children’s
craft activities and a display of weapons. Cost: Adults £2.50;
Children £2
Tel: 01796 473233 www.nts.org.uk
Monday - Thursday and Friday's in July 2 -
3.30pm
Organic Farm Tours
Blair Castle's Home Farm
Experience the works of Blair Castle’s Home Farm on a trailer
ride tour, pulled by a farm tractor.
Fun for all the family, the tour will take in the managed
landscape and farm buildings surrounding Blair Castle. Children
receive an activity pack with crayons, and can have a sit on the
tractor after the tour. Adults £5. Children under 16 £3.
under 3yrs free. Tickets from 9.30am from Blair Castle Caravan
Park reception or Blair Castle Front Hall. Tickets to be
presented prior to departure. Tel: 01796 481355
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Wednesday, 20th August, 2pm – 4.30pm
Explore the Hidden Glens
Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Description: Join a landrover taking you up one of our stunning
glens to explore the landscape, history and wildlife. Cost: £25
Adults £15 children Booking required. Tel. 01796 481355
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Wednesday 20th August 2-4pm
Solo Handbell Ringing by Heather I. McLean
Dunkeld Cathedral
one of the country few accomplished handbell soloists.
Solo ringing is most unusual. It is fascinating to watch and
lovely to hear. Performances in Dunkeld Cathedral on most
Wednesdays throughout the summer, Also group ringing
occasionally. Contact Tourist Information Office, Tel: 01350
727688
Wednesday 20th August 7.15pm
A Scottish Night Out
Pitlochry Town Hall
Eddie Rose - Scotland's Son of Fun! with Sandy Lindsay,
Heather Sadler, Jean Swanson dancers and special guests.
Doors open 7.15pm show starts 7.45pm Tickets from
TIC/Leisure Centre or Telephone 01796 472600
www.eddierose.co.uk
Thursday, 21st August 11am to 5pm
Iron-Age Bread & Butter Making
The Scottish Crannog Centre, Kenmore
Learn the ancient art of making bread and butter. From
potboilers to grain-grinding, find all you knead to know about
baking in clay evens and spreads for your bread. Included with
tour of the Crannog Centre. The Scottish Crannog Centre, Kenmore
Tel. 01887 830583.
www.crannog.co.uk
Thursday 21st to Sunday 25th August 2008
Blair Castle Horse Trials and Country Fair
Blair Castle Blair Atholl
Equestrian sport on an international scale! Horse Trials at
three different levels take place across the four days, with
elegant dressage on Thursday and Friday, exciting cross country
on Saturday and exacting show jumping on Sunday. Plenty of other
action too – the Country Fair happens on Saturday and Sunday,
with arena displays and demonstrations. Over 200 trade stands,
including a busy Food Hall, are open across the four days.
Admission - Adults £8 (Thurs/Fri), £12 (Sat) & £10 (Sun).
Children under 14 - £2, Children under 5 - Free.
Contact - Blair Horse Trials Office Telephone - 01796 481 543
Email:info@blairhorsetrials.co.uk
Web
www.blairhorsetrials.co.uk
Thursday 21 August, 2pm - 3.30pm
Broadleaved Brilliance
Weem Car Park by Aberfeldy
Enjoy the discoveries of the world-famous plant hunters, Douglas
and Menzies, in stunning scenery near Castle Menzies. Cost:
Adults: £3, Children £1 Tel 01738 710399
www.forestry.gov.uk/recreation
Every Thursday 8pm
This is Scotland... and You're Welcome to It!
Castle Menzies, by Aberfeldy.
an evening of Highland Pertshire Music & Comedy with Alan
Brown. Licensed Bar
Tickets £6.Tel:01887 820982 or
www.broonsreel.com
Thursday 21st August 9pm - 11pm
Swing of the Kilts Scottish variety show/dance
Fishers Hotel, Atholl Rd Pitlochry
Accordionist and compere Tommy Newcomen, with singers,
dancers and musicians. A full show with general dancing.
Free admission Tel 01796 472000
e.mail:tommynewcomen@hotmail.com
Friday 22 August, 11.30am - 1 pm
The Fiddlers Walk
Hermitage car park by Dunkeld
A walk to the Hermitage then loop back on the other side of the
River Braan through historic Inver. Pass Neil Gow’s cottage. A
stroll for all ages and abilities. Cost: Adults: £3, Children £1
Tel 01738 710399
www.forestry.gov.uk/recreation
Saturday 23rd August From 9am
Strathardle Show, Highland Gathering & Games
Bannerfield Kirkmichael
Visitors are always welcome at this traditional Highland Games
with heavyweights, dancing, piping and tug o war. Also includes
an Agricultural Show with some of Perthshire's best cattle and
sheep on display. Admission - Adults £4 & Children £2 Contact -
Jean Lindsay Telephone - 01250 885233 Email:
info@strathardle.org
Web www.strathardle.org
Saturday 23rd August 10am - 2pm
Highland Perthshire Market.
Mill of Logierait Farm near Ballinluig.
Community market with local producers showcasing a wide
range of quality local produce and products, including bakery,
delicatessen, handmade soap, fresh fruit & veg, wooden products
and much more. Live music and refreshments with plenty of free
parking.
Saturday 23rd
August 7.30pm
Scottish Country Dancing
Pitlochry Town Hall Pitlochry
An evening of traditional dancing to some of Scotland's best
bands - Colin Dewar
Admission - Dancers £6, Spectators £2 Contact - June Templeman
Telephone - 01796 473488
Email:jdat@topofthebox.freeserve.co.uk
Sun 24th August, 8pm
Ceilidh in the Foyer
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Dance to the ever popular East Neuk ceilidh band Scotch in a
Box. Foyer Event, £6.50 + £9.50 with supper
Tel: Box Office 01796 484 626 Email
boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk or book online
www.pitlochry.org.uk
Sunday 24th August
10.30am – 4.30pm
Second Nature - Poetry writing with Kenneth Steven
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Using the backdrop of our Explorers Garden, local poet & author
Kenneth Steven will guide you through writing and crafting
poems, from the first outpouring of words to the final edit,
leaving you full of new inspiration to create poems that sing
with vitality. (Please bring appropriate clothing for a summer
day in the garden!) Capacity: 20 Duration:One day workshop
Price: £48
Tel: Box Office 01796 484 626 Email
boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk or book online
www.pitlochry.org.uk
Monday 25th August
7.45pm gates open 7pm
Highland Nights.
Recreation Ground, Pitlochry
(Robert Wiseman Dairies Vale of Atholl Pipe band), Follow
the parade from Fishers Hotel at 7.30pm to the Recreation
Ground. Highland and Scottish dancing, songs and
music. Venue -Drive Into Recreation Ground.
watch from your car or from the terracing. If wet, venue -
Pitlochry Town Hall. Admission - Adults £5, Concessions £4
& Children free
.contact:
G. McNab Tel: 0773 315 2223 E/mail
gmcnab00@aol.com
Web
www.highlandnight.com
Wednesday 27th August 2-4pm
Solo Handbell Ringing by Heather I. McLean
Dunkeld Cathedral
one of the country few accomplished handbell soloists.
Solo ringing is most unusual. It is fascinating to watch and
lovely to hear. Performances in Dunkeld Cathedral on most
Wednesdays throughout the summer, Also group ringing
occasionally. Contact Tourist Information Office, Tel: 01350
727688
Wednesday, 27th August, 2pm – 4.30pm
Explore the Hidden Glens
Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Description: Join a landrover taking you up one of our stunning
glens to explore the landscape, history and wildlife. Cost: £25
Adults £15 children Booking required. Tel. 01796 481355
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Wednesday 27th August 7.15pm
A Scottish Night Out
Pitlochry Town Hall
Eddie Rose - Scotland's Son of Fun! with Sandy Lindsay,
Heather Sadler, Jean Swanson dancers and special guests.
Doors open 7.15pm show starts 7.45pm Tickets from
TIC/Leisure Centre or Telephone 01796 472600
www.eddierose.co.uk
Thursday 28 August 2008 - 7-9pm
Dusk Watch
Meet: Glen Tilt Car Park,
Blair Atholl.
We go searching for creatures of the night. Charge: Adults
£2.00 Children £1.00
Phone 01796 481355
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Every Thursday 8pm
This is Scotland... and You're Welcome to It!
Castle Menzies, by Aberfeldy.
an evening of Highland Pertshire Music & Comedy with Alan
Brown. Licensed Bar
Tickets £6.Tel:01887 820982 or
www.broonsreel.com
Thursday 28th August 9pm - 11pm
Swing of the Kilts Scottish variety show/dance
Fishers Hotel, Atholl Rd Pitlochry
Accordionist and compere Tommy Newcomen, with singers,
dancers and musicians. A full show with general dancing.
Free admission Tel 01796 472000
e.mail:tommynewcomen@hotmail.com
Saturday 30th August 11am
Birnam Highland Games
Recreation Park Dunkeld
Traditional Highland Games with running events,
cycling and heavy events. Don't miss the Scottish 800m footrace
championship and the World Haggis Eating Championship
Admission - Adults £6, Concessions £4 & Family £16 Contact
Rae Pattillo, Tel 01350 727554 e.mail
rae.patillo@btinternet.com
www.birnamhighlandgames.com
Saturday 30 August, 12pm - 5pm
Birnam Highland Games
Birnam by Dunkeld
Description: Join the Countryside Rangers for some children’s
activities at the National Trust for Scotland stall.
Free after entry to the games
Tel: 01796 473233 www.nts.org.uk
Sunday 31st August, 10am – 12.30pm
Explore the Hidden Glens
Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Description: Join a landrover taking you up one of our stunning
glens to explore the landscape, history and wildlife. Cost: £25
Adults £15 children Booking required. Tel. 01796 481355
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Sun 31st August, 8pm
Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Both brilliant instrumentalists (fiddle and accordion
accordingly), these two giants of the Scottish traditional music
scene return for another sure to sell out concert. £18
Tel: Box Office 01796 484 626 Email
boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk
or book online
www.pitlochry.org.uk
NB We try to
make sure all the information we post is accurate, but please
check directly with the venue concerned before committing
yourself.
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