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August 2012 What's On in Highland Perthshire
Pitlochry Festival Theatre see website for
details.
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
A selection of 5 plays including;
Little Shop of Horrors
2nd 8pm, 13th 8pm, 18th 2pm, 23rd 8pm, 31st 8pm.
The 39 Steps
1st 8pm, 4th 2pm, 11th 8pm, 17th 8pm, 22nd 8pm, 25th
8pm,28th 8pm,29th 2pm.
Rope by Patrick Hamilton
4th 8pm, 11th 2pm, 16th 8pm, 24th 8pm, 29th 8pm 30th 2pm.
Communicating Doors by Alan Ayckbourne
1st 2pm, 3rd 8pm, 10th 8pm, 15th 8pm, 16th 2pm, 18th 8pm,
21sr 8pm, 22nd 2pm, 27th 8pm.
Dear Brutus by J.M. Barrie
9th 2pm & 8pm, 14th, 8pm, 15th 2pm, 20th 8pm, 25th 2pm, 30th
8pm.
Tel:Box Office: 01796 484 626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Thursday 2nd August
10.30am – 12.00 midday
Magic Spell and Broomstick Workshop
Meet: Atholl Estates Information Centre Blair Atholl
Practice spells in the woods and make a broomstick to take
home.
Children £2 Tel: 01796 481355 pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Monday 6th August 7pm
for 7.45pm
HIGHLAND NIGHTS.
Recreation Ground Pitlochry
(Robert Wiseman Dairies Vale of Atholl Pipe Band), Highland and
Scottish dancing, songs and music. Mondays, 28th May to 3rd
September 7.45pm Gates open 7pm. Venue - Recreation Ground. If
wet, venue - Pitlochry Town Hall. Adults £5 Children £1.
www.highlandnight.co.uk
Mon 6th August 8pm
Lights, Camera, Action!
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
with John Scrimger and guests
An evening of song celebrating the hits from the Silver Screen,
with James Nicol, Linda Ormiston and the irrepressible John
Scrimger at the keyboard. Another memorable evening of mirth,
magic and melody guaranteed! Tickets: £13.50 Tel:Box
Office: 01796 484 626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Tuesday 7th August 6.00 - 7.00am
Dawn Squirrel Watch
Atholl Estates Ranger Service, Blair Atholl
Dawn is the best time to see our red squirrels. Worth getting up
for! BOOKING ESSENTIAL.
Adults and Quiet Children £2 Tel: 01796 481355 pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Tues 7th August 8pm
Jim Malcolm
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Lead singer of the phenomenal Old Blind Dogs for seven years,
Scots trad musician Jim Malcolm is one of the most distinctive
(and award-winning!) voices in Scottish music.
Tickets: £12.50 Tel:Box Office: 01796 484 626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Thursday 9th August
10.30am – 12.00 midday
Wet and Wild
Meet: Atholl Estates Information Centre Blair Atholl
Discover the watery world around the river.
Children £1 Tel: 01796 481355 pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Sun 12th Aug
Ceilidh in the Foyer
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Birl your partner to the East Neuk ceilidh band, Scotch In A
Box. Always a popular night with locals and visitors alike!
Tickets: £7.50 or 10.50 with hot supper Tel: Box Office: 01796
484 626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Monday 13th August 7pm
for 7.45pm
HIGHLAND NIGHTS.
Recreation Ground Pitlochry
(Robert Wiseman Dairies Vale of Atholl Pipe Band), Highland and
Scottish dancing, songs and music. Mondays, 28th May to 3rd
September 7.45pm Gates open 7pm. Venue - Recreation Ground. If
wet, venue - Pitlochry Town Hall. Adults £5 Children £1.
www.highlandnight.co.uk
Tuesday 14th August
Anytime from 2.00 - 4.00pm
Minibeast Crafts
Meet: Atholl Estates Information Centre. Blair Atholl
Come and make some bugs and beasties with the rangers.
Families. Donations for materials.Tel: 01796 481355 pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Thursday 16th August
10.30am – 12.00 midday
Birds of Prey
Atholl Estates Information Centre Blair Atholl
We find out more about nature’s flying predators. Children £2
Tel: 01796 481355 pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
 Sun
19th August
An Audience with Pam Ayres
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
It’s over 30 years since Pam first appeared on the TV talent
show Opportunity Knocks. Since then, she’s sold millions of
books, CDs and DVDs. Pam will be signing copies of The Necessary
Aptitude, her recent autobiography, at the end of the show.
Tickets: £25.00 Tel: Box Office: 01796 484 626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Monday 20th August 7pm
for 7.45pm
HIGHLAND NIGHTS.
Recreation Ground Pitlochry
(Robert Wiseman Dairies Vale of Atholl Pipe Band), Highland and
Scottish dancing, songs and music. Mondays, 28th May to 3rd
September 7.45pm Gates open 7pm. Venue - Recreation Ground. If
wet, venue - Pitlochry Town Hall. Adults £5 Children £1.
www.highlandnight.co.uk
Tuesday 21st August 8.00 - 10.00pm
Bats and Boxes
Atholl Estates Information Centre Blair Atholl
Make a bat box and come on an evening walk to see our local
bats. Everyone, £5 per box. Tel: 01796 481355 pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Thursday 23 to Sunday 26 August 2012
Blair Castle International Horse Trials and Country Fair
Blair Castle Blair Atholl PH18 5TH
is Scotland's leading equestrian event, running over four days
in August each year and attracting in excess of 40,000 visitors.
Olympic medallists compete alongside amateurs in the four
International event classes, whilst British Showjumping and
showing classes provide a platform for riders in other
disciplines to compete on Blair's hallowed turf.
The Bruadar Country Fair runs alongside the equestrian
activities on the Saturday and Sunday, featuring displays of
both traditional and more modern countryside pursuits. A large
shopping village harbours all sorts of attractions and bargains
in over 200 stands. Tel 01796 481543
www.blairhorsetrials.co.uk
 Sun
26th Aug 8pm
Richard Jordan Productions Ltd in association with PW
Productions and Andrew McKinnon presents
Dickens’ Women
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Performed by Miriam Margolyes, Devised by Miriam Margolyes and
Sonia Fraser, Directed by Sonia Fraser, Music arranged by
Michael Haslam. In one of the greatest one-woman shows of
all time (nominated for an Olivier Award), Miriam Margolyes
celebrates the 200th anniversary of Dickens’ birth by paying
homage to his many iconic female characters, including Miss
Havisham, Mrs. Gramp and Mrs. Micawber. A BAFTA award-winning
actress, Miriam is known for her many screen and stage roles
including Harry Potter, Romeo and Juliet and Blackadder.
Tickets: £22.50 & £25.00 Tel: Box Office: 01796 484 626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Monday 27th
August 7pm for 7.45pm
HIGHLAND NIGHTS.
Recreation Ground Pitlochry
(Robert Wiseman Dairies Vale of Atholl Pipe Band), Highland and
Scottish dancing, songs and music. Mondays, 28th May to 3rd
September 7.45pm Gates open 7pm. Venue - Recreation Ground. If
wet, venue - Pitlochry Town Hall. Adults £5 Children £1.
www.highlandnight.co.uk
August 2011 What's On in Highland Perthshire
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Pitlochry Festival Theatre
see website for details.
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
A selection of 6 plays including;
My Fair Lady A perfectly 'loverly' musical
2nd 3rd 8th 13th 20th 24th 29th
Henceforward - a comic tale of man, music and machines
3rd 6th 9th 10th 19th 25th 30th & 31st
See How They Run! - A classic, chaotic war-time farce
5th 10th 13th 22nd 27th
Trelawny Of The Wells - a vivacious Victorian Comedy
1st 6th 11th 20th & 26th
Privates On Parade - a bawdy musical memoir of National
Service
4th 12th 18th 25th & 27th
Dr Angelus - a disturbing comedy-thriller
17th 18th 23rd 24th & 31st
Tel:Box Office: 01796 484
626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
1st July-Mid September
Departing at 1700hrs.
SummerWatch Safaris
Highland Safaris By Aberfeldy PH15 2JQ
Nothing can prepare you for the beauty,
peace and tranquillity of our hills and
glens at dusk Web or call 01887820071
www.highlandsafaris.net
1 to 17 August & 22 to 31 August
Daytime Safaris - Every Wednesday and Sunday, 2pm - 4.30pm
Dusk Safaris - Every Monday, Thursday and Friday, 6.30pm to 9pm
Land Rover Safaris
Atholl Estates, Blair Castle, Blair Atholl.PH18 5TL
The longer daylight hours allow more time to explore the
breath-taking Atholl Estates landscape. Land Rover safaris are
available during the daytime and at dusk.
Adults: £32 Children (3-17) £20 Tours are limited to 6 people
and advance booking either online or by telephone is essential.
Book online Tel 01796 481207
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 10am -
11.30am
Every Tuesday and Sunday 6.30pm - 8pm
Tractor Tours
Blair Castle, Blair Atholl.PH18 5TL
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and the surrounding
landscape on a 90 minute vintage tractor and trailer ride.
Find out more about our organic sheep and cattle, see the
Highland ponies and watch the red deer in the deer park - can
you spot the stag? Tours depart from Blair Castle Caravan
Park reception, with a second pick-up on Blair Castle forecourt.
A real favourite with children! Adult: £5 Children
(under 16) £3, under 1s: Free Tel 01796 481207
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
April – October:
Sundays, 11.30am Additionally,
June-September: Wednesdays, 11.30am
Explorers Garden - Pitlochry Festival
Theatre
Garden Tours
Led by experienced guides who bring
Explorers to life! Lasting approximately one
and a half hours, our guided tours provide
insights into the plants, trees, wildlife,
history, art and architecture contained in
Explorers. Fun, fascinating and informative!
Price: £4, includes Garden entry Tel 01796
484626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Every Tuesday 7pm
The Tuesday Tipple - whisky tasting evening
McKays Bar & Restaurant
Join us as we play host to a weekly visit from a Whisky
Ambassador from a Scottish distillery who will lead you through
a number of malts and provide a real fun and enjoyable whisky
tasting experience. To book a table and your place phone
01796 473888 or email info@mckayshotel.co.uk
www.mckayshotel.co.uk
see event on youtube
http://youtu.be/EolA9hQd3_E
Every Night - May - September
Och Aye McKay
McKays bar & restaurant Atholl Road Pitlochry.
Mckays Pitlochry kicks off another season with our well
renowned Scottish Stage show – Och Aye McKay. Over the last
number of years we have built a strong reputation as the home of
Scottish music and offering amongst the very best in traditional
Scottish entertainment.
Enjoy an unmissable every evening of Scottish music, costume,
bagpipes, fiddle and accordionist and dance away to our
favourite ceildh tunes. Test your wit with our fun Scottish quiz
or why not sample one of Scotland's most famous exports -
whisky, of which you will find a fine selection.
Our kilted waiting staff will offer genuine hospitality and good
craic! (Local expression for good times!) Free Entry - To
book a table and your place at Och Aye McKay: • Phone: 01796
473888
• Email: info@mckayshotel.co.uk
Every Wednesday 4th May to 14th September
Wonderful Wednesdays - Open Competion
Pitlochry Golf, Golf Course Rd Pitlochry PH16 5QY
Open to all Tee Times from 2-5pm Prizes. Price £10 per
person - except "Super Wednesday 14th September at £15 per
person. Tel 01796 472792 e.mail pro@pitlochrygolf.co.uk
www.pitlochrygolf.co.uk
Every Thursday 29th September
This is Scotland... And You're Welcome To It!
Castle Menzies, Weem, by Aberfeldy
It‘s an evening of gentle music and comedy written and
presented by local entertainer Alan Brown and taking a wry look
at Scottish history and culture with the emphasis on this very
part of Highland Perthshire. Presented at 8 pm each
Thursday evening from 2 June until 29 September, tickets (£6)
are on sale at the venue or may be reserved by phoning Castle
Menzies.
More info on Alan’s website
www.broonsreel.com . PS - it’s definitely NOT a
Highland Night! Every Saturday 11 - 11.30am
Childrens’ story Telling,
The Watermill, Mill Street, Aberfeldy, Perthshire. PH15 2BG.
tel:01887 822896 email:info@aberfeldywatermill.com
www.aberfeldywatermill.com
Friday 29th July - Sunday 7th August
FORTINGALL ART EXHIBITION 2011
The Molteno Hall Fortingall
8 miles west of Aberfeldy on the B846 Perth & Kinross PH15 2LL.
As in previous years, the Exhibition of paintings, photography,
sculpture, ironwork, engraving, furniture, pottery & jewellery
by local contemporary artists will be staged in the Molteno
Hall, Fortingall. The Opening Ceremony will be on Friday 29 July
2011 with Private Viewing from 6pm - 9pm, & then daily from 10am
- 6pm until Sunday 7 August. Admission is FREE. For further
details or queries please contact:
info@fortingallart.co.uk
Monday 1st August 11am - 4pm
Lughnasa! Summer Harvest Festival
The Scottish Crannog Centre, Kenmore.
Try ancient ploughing, sow seeds, learn about prehistoric
farming, make herb garlands, try our giant communal harvest loaf
and make your own in our clay ovens. Normal admission fee + £4
for adults and £ 3.00 for Children; or £5 if event only. Tel:
01887 830583 or email: info@crannog.co.uk.
www.crannog.co.uk
Monday 1st August Gates
open 7pm,
Robert Wiseman Dairies Vale of Atholl Pipe
Band
Highland Night
Recreation Ground, Pitlochry (Town Hall,
wet weather venue)
An evening of traditional Scottish
entertainment with the Vale of Atholl Junior
Pipe Band, highland and Scottish country
dancing displays, songs and accordion music.
Watch the spectacle from your car (parking
free) or sit on the terraced banking.
Admission: Adults £5, children £1. Gates
open 7pm, Starts 7.45pm, finishes approx.
9.15pm
www.highlandnight.co.uk
Tuesday 2nd August, 10.30am-12noon
Crazy Crafts children’s event National Trust for Scotland
Outside Killiecrankie Visitor Centre, meet in stone circle
Enjoy a messy wildlife related art and craft session at
Killiecrankie Suitable for families with 5 to 12 year olds Just
turn up Children £2; accompanying adults £1 Tel 0844 4932194
http://www.nts.org.uk
Tuesday 2nd August, 2-4pm drop in anytime
Feeders and Homes
Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Help out your local wildlife by making nestboxes and feeders.
Booking: Just turn up.
Cost: Donations for materials Tel:01796 481355 pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Wednesdays 6th & 20th July and 3rd & 17th
August:
Hillside safari 2½ hours
Ben Lawers NNR car park.
Experience some of the varied plant and animal life on the
lower slopes of this famous nature reserve. adults £5, children
£2. Bring: Walking boots, warm, waterproof and windproof
clothing. Meet: 1.30pm Ben Lawers NNR car park. No need
to book. For further information telephone 0844 4932 136 or
email benlawers@nts.org.uk
Wednesday 3rd August, 2pm – 3.30pm
Battle of Killiecrankie National Trust for Scotland
Killiecrankie Visitor Centre, meet in stone circle
Get to grips with the gory details of this gruesome battle.
Interactive battle talk (1hr) in woods above Soldier’s Leap;
followed by children’s craft activities and a display of weapons
outside the visitor centre. Just turn up Cost: Adults
£3.00; Children £2 Tel 0844 4932194
http://www.nts.org.uk
Wednesday 3rd August;8pm
Generations of Perthshire Traditions
NTS meetings room, Lynedoch, Main Street, Killin
Dr. Margaret Bennett, renowned Scottish writer, folklorist,
ethnologist, broadcaster and singer illuminates the lives of
people in the glens and villages of Old Perthshire. Tel: 0844
4932 136 or email
benlawers@nts.org.uk
Thursday August 4th and Friday August 5th
Skills Days
Blair Atholl Village Hall
In an effort to make it easier for visitors to see all the
skills demonstrations, we have centralised the demonstrations
within Blair Atholl Village Hall and various locations within
the village. Some of the skills available this year include:
painting and picture framing; photography, bespoke handbags and textile art;
book binding; chair re-caning; sugar craft; clock repairs;
jewellery making; milling; '00' train layout; and many more.
all tbc. Skills Trail Convener - Peter Barr, Tel No. 01796
474130
Thursday 4th August
Go Wild Day
Highland Safaris By Aberfeldy PH15 2JQ
Fun Charity Day-Gold Panning-Falconry-Tayside Mountain
Rescue Demonstration-BBQ-Land Rover Safaris-Red Deer Encounter,
Bushcraft Workshops On the day Charges apply 01887 820071
www.highlandsafaris.net
Thursday 4th August, 10.30am – 12midday
Wet and Wild family event
Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Discover the weird, watery world around the river.
Booking: Just turn up. Cost: Children £1 Tel:01796 481355 pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Friday 5th August 10:30am
Circus Modo
Birnam Institute Station Road Birnam Dunkeld PH8 0DS
Circo Modo – Circus with Purpose 10.30am – 12.30pm Ages 5-7
years 10.30am-12 .30pm Ages 8-12 years Roll up, rollup...
the circus is coming to Birnam Arts!
2 circus skills training workshops for age groups 5-7 years and
8-12 years.
Learn the core skills needed to join the circus... ball
juggling, scarf juggling, plate spinning and feather balancing.
Depending on individual skill levels, participants could also
learn how to create human pyramids, walk a tightrope and use a
pedal- go. Fun and progressive circus activities based on
achievement and enjoyment, run by experienced and dedicated
circus workshop leaders. Wear comfortable clothing and
bring a small, high energy snack and a drink with you.
Tickets: £6 Online booking is currently not available for
this event. To book, please call the box office on 01350 727674.
www.birnamarts.com
Saturday 6th August for
ages 6-16. 10am - 12.30pm
BiketraX Time Trial Day
Highland Safaris by Aberfeldy PH15 2JQ
1000-1230 with registration is by 1000.
Each age category has a 1st prize, and for
anyone that can beat our very own Stig –
‘The Stag’ – there’s a prize that will be
presented on our Go Bike Day in September.
Bike Hire available if anyone needs, entry
is £2 and every entrant gets a free Energy
pack. For more details, follow Highland
Safaris on Facebook or phone 01887 820071.
www.highlandsafaris.net
Saturday 6th August 7.30pm
Scottish Country Dancing
Pitlochry Town Hall.
Visitors welcome to join us on the dance floor or come along to
watch. Dancers £6.50 Spectators £2.00 Tel 01796 473488
Saturday 6th August: 8.30pm
Moths of Ben Lawers
Ben Lawers NNR car park
A chance to see some of the less visible moths of the
mountain. Watch as they are attracted to our harmless traps. The
rangers will be returning to the traps on Sunday morning to
inspect the overnight catch and you are welcome to join them
again then. Duration: As long as you like Cost: adults £2,
children £1 Bring: Warm clothes, midge repellent, torch and
sunglasses. Meet: 8.30pm Ben Lawers NNR car park. For
further information telephone 0844 4932 136 or email
benlawers@nts.org.uk
Sunday 7th August
Garden Open Day with Pitlochry in Bloom
Explorers Garden - Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Gain access to ten gardens in Pitlochry including the
Explorers Garden all for just £4.50! Tickets available at
Explorers on the day or from the Visitor Information Centre in
Pitlochry
Sunday 7th August 11am - 5pm
Secret Gardens Day
Pitlochry
Our annual Secret Gardens Day when local residents and
businesses open their gardens, lawns and greenhouses for the
day. A great variety of small, large, new, traditional,
contemporary and commercial gardens on show. Come and join us
for a Pimms in the Atholl Palace marquee kindly sponsored by
Bells Blair Athol Distillery. The gardens, including Explorers,
the Scottish Plant Hunters Garden will be open from 11am till
5pm. Programmes will be available from the Visitor Information
Centre, Atholl Road from mid-July onwards. Programmes: £4.50,
one per person required for entry.
www.pitlochryinbloom.co.uk
Sunday 7th August 8:00pm
The Masters Of The House Sing The Musicals
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Back by popular demand, this concert will feature stars from
West End shows such as Les Miserables, Phantom Of The Opera and
Mamma Mia. For old friends and fans, this new show will feature
lots of exciting new songs, whilst faithfully performing West
End classics and their trademark finale! Tickets: £22.50
Tel:01796 484626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
1st Sunday of the Month 8.30pm
Traditional Music Sessions
Ben Lawers Hotel Lawers Aberfeldy. PH15 2PA
Ben Lawers Hotel is proud to host a Tradtional Live Music
Session on the first Sunday of every single month! Tel: 01567
820436
www.benlawershotel.co.uk
Monday 8th August Gates open 7pm,
Robert Wiseman Dairies Vale of Atholl Pipe Band
Highland Night
Recreation Ground, Pitlochry (Town Hall, wet weather venue)
An evening of traditional Scottish entertainment with the Vale
of Atholl Junior Pipe Band, highland and Scottish country
dancing displays, songs and accordion music. Watch the spectacle
from your car (parking free) or sit on the terraced banking.
Admission: Adults £5, children £1. Gates open 7pm, Starts
7.45pm, finishes approx. 9.15pm
www.highlandnight.co.uk
Tuesday 9th August, 6-7am
Dawn Squirrel Watch
Atholl Estates Ranger Service, Blair Atholl
Glen Tilt Car Park, by Blair Atholl
Dawn is the best time to see our red squirrels. Worth getting up
early for! Booking: Essential please call 01796 481355 0r
481646. Cost: £2 pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Tuesday 9th August, 10.30am-12noon
Record Breakers children’s event National Trust for Scotland
The Hermitage, by Dunkeld, meet in lower car park
Record breaking wildlife facts – see who can jump the furthest
and grow the tallest.
Suitable for families with 5 to 12 year olds Just turn up Cost:
Children £2; accompanying adults £1 Tel 0844 4932194
http://www.nts.org.uk
Tuesdays 9th & 23rd
August: 10.30 am
Close Encounters: a children’s walk 2 hours
Ben Lawers NNR car park
Enjoy activities and games that will bring you close to some
of the less obvious animals and plants that live on the lower
slopes of Ben Lawers. adults £2, children £5. (Adults must
be accompanied by a child and vice versa). Bring: Wellies
and waterproofs. Meet: 10.30 am Ben Lawers NNR car park. For
further information telephone 0844 4932 136 or email
benlawers@nts.org.uk .
Wednesday 10th August: 10.30am
An introduction to navigation. (Duration: 6 hours)
Ben Lawers NNR car park.
Get to grips with the basics of how to use a map and compass
in the hills. Requires a reasonable level of fitness.
Cost: adults £12.50, children £7. Bring: Walking boots,
warm, waterproof and windproof clothing, food, map (OS
Landranger 51 or Explorer 378) and compass. Meet: 10.30am Ben
Lawers NNR car park. Booking essential, please telephone 0844
4932 136 or email
benlawers@nts.org.uk .
Wednesday, 10th August 12.30pm - 2pm
FORESTRY COMMISSION WALKS - The Secret Garden
Weem Car Park
Enjoy the discoveries of the world-famous plant hunters, Douglas
and Menzies, in stunning scenery near Castle Menzies.
Adults: £3.50 Children £2.00 Contact John Fyfe on 07801 827986
Wednesday 10th August, 2pm – 3.30pm
Battle of Killiecrankie National Trust for Scotland
Killiecrankie Visitor Centre, meet in stone circle
Get to grips with the gory details of this gruesome battle.
Interactive battle talk (1hr) in woods above Soldier’s Leap;
followed by children’s craft activities and a display of weapons
outside the visitor centre. Just turn up Cost: Adults
£3.00; Children £2 Tel 0844 4932194
http://www.nts.org.uk
Wednesday, 10th August 3.30pm - 5.30pm
FORESTRY COMMISSION WALKS - Pine Cone Point Walk
Craigvinean Carpark
A great new walk by the Forestry Commission to a stunning view
point overlooking the silvery Tay. Adults: £3.50 Children
£2.00 Contact John Fyfe on 07801 827986
Wednesday 10th August 7.30pm
Blair Atholl Tourism Association - Gala Night
Memorial Park Blair Atholl.
While each ride, demonstration, competition or stall is
subject to availability on the night, the entertainment usually
includes the following:-
Rides, Displays & Entertainment:- Model Steam Train Rides;
Tractor Hay Rides; Carriage Rides; Horse Gymnastics; Silly McBee
the Clown; Face Painting; Highland Dancing; Pipe Band; Bouncy Castle the highlight on
10th August will be Paragon Skydiving Parchutists who were such
a big hit last year - so make sure you attend!
Competitions:-
Demonstrations of:- Sheep Shearing; Horse Gymnastics: Horse
Logging; Roman and Jacobean Soldiers (not to be
missed!), together with a CAR BOOT SALE, Tea, Cake, Ice Cream
and Candy Stalls.
A GREAT EVENING OF ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY WITH ALL
RIDES AND COMPETITIONS FREE OR ENTRY FEES RETURNED AS PRIZE
MONEY.
For Bookings in respect of Car Boot Sale and Stalls - Contact
Lin on 01796 481 269.
Association Secretary :-Contact Jenny 01796 481206
Wednesday 10th August doors open 7.45pm
Scottish Night Out
Town Hall Pitlochry
This Year The Scottish Night Out Show in Pitlochry
Town Hall will Commence on Wednesday August 10th at 7.45pm
Tickets Adult £8 Cons £7 Children £4 available from Pitlochry
Leisure Centre or at the door. The Charity Raffle this year will
be for The Perth Royal Infirmary Haematology New Unit More
Information at a later date.Tel
01796 472600
www.eddierose.co.uk
Thursday 11th, August 10.00am -12 Noon
FORESTRY COMMISSION WALKS - Timbertastic
Allean Car Park opposite Queen's View, Tummel
What's the Forestry Commission up to? Learn the facts on a
variety of topics - recreation, conservation and planning the
forests of tomorrow today. Adults: £3.50 Children £2.00
Contact John Fyfe on 07801 827986
Thursday 11th August, 10.30am-12midday
Tree-mendous family event
Atholl Estates Ranger Service, Blair Atholl
Glen Tilt Car Park, by Blair Atholl
Get up close and personal to our tree giants. Booking: Just turn
up. Cost: Children £1 Tel:01796 481355 pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Thursday 11th August, 8pm-9.30pm
Family Dusk Walk family event National Trust for Scotland
The Hermitage, by Dunkeld, meet in lower car park
Find out about the elusive wildlife that frequents the
half-light between day and night.
Booking: Just turn up Cost: Adults £3; Children £2 Tel 0844
4932194
http://www.nts.org.uk
Friday 12th August 9am
Aberfeldy Show and Games
Wade's Park, Aberfeldy
The Aberfeldy Show is held over 2 days - Friday 12th and
Saturday 13th August.
On Friday there are Horse and Pony classes for children of all
ages - from 4 to 64! The fun begins at 9.00am with the slightly
more serious show classes, then the working hunter classes and
after lunch time, the fancy dress on horseback and rounding off
the day with the mounted games. Bring along your pet too -
there's a pet show at 1.00pm for pets of all shapes, sizes and
species! There's also the funfair, bucking bronco and
various trade stances selling a variety of craft and other
items. Admission charges Friday: Adults £3, Concessions £1
Saturday: Adults £8, Seniors £6, and Juniors £4 Family Tickets
for Both Days £28 01887 820666 (general enquiries) E-mail:
info@aberfeldyshowandgames.co.uk or
jrlogierait@btinternet.com Website:
www.aberfeldyshowandgames.co.uk
12 August 8pm
The Cemetery Club
Birnam Institute Station Road Birnam Dunkeld PH8 0DS
Three Jewish, New York widows meet once a month for tea
before visiting their husband's graves. Lucille and Ida in their
own very different ways are ready for a new life and, perhaps, a
new man - or in Lucille's case, simply MEN!
Tickets: £12 / £10 For more information on Just do it theatre
and The Camphill Community please go to
www.justdoittheatre.com box office on 01350 727674.
www.birnamarts.com
Saturday 13th August 10am - 12noon
Moulin Hall Coffee Morning
Moulin Hall Moulin.
The biennial funraising event for the Moulin Hall, with
stalls. Come and join us!
Saturday 13th August 10am
'6 months to go' launch of the Birks Cinema
Aberfeldy
open from 10am onwards, so do drop in to record your video
support, buy a ticket in the Birks Cinema Grand Raffle, sponsor
a seat or pick up some Birks merchandise. John Swinney is
going to join us at 11.00am, and there will be a photographer
present, so that would be an especially good time to turn up and
show your support... Look forward to seeing you then.
Saturday 13th August 8pm
The Cemetery Club( Charity Performance)
Birnam Institute Station Road Birnam Dunkeld PH8 0DS
Three Jewish, New York widows meet once a month for tea before
visiting their husband's graves. Lucille and Ida in their own
very different ways are ready for a new life and, perhaps, a new
man - or in Lucille's case, simply MEN! Saturday ticket
includes a glass of bubbly and canapes, with coffee and Corbenic
Bakery treats before you go home... book your tickets early for
a great evening in aid of a wonderful cause... Tickets:
£20 For more information on Just do it theatre and The Camphill
Community please go to
www.justdoittheatre.com box office on 01350 727674.
www.birnamarts.com
CANCELLED DUE TO BAD
CONDITIONS
Friday 12th and Saturday 13th August 9:30am
Atholl & Breadalbane Agricultural Show and Highland Games
Wade’s Park, Aberfeldy
Spectacular setting on the banks of the R Tay incorporating the
Clan Menzies Gathering with carrying of the Clan Manhood Stone;
Confined & Open heavyweight events; Confined & Open Premier
Highland Dancing; Piping; Weem Hill Race as well as horse & pony
classes; cattle, sheep and Clydesdale horses. 09.00 Judging of
Cattle, Sheep, Highland Pony and Clydesdale Horse classes.
11.00 Highland Dancing competition confined to Perthshire
16.15 Tug o’ War Final, Admission charges
Friday: Adults £3, Concessions £1 Saturday: Adults £8, Seniors
£6, and Juniors £4 Family Tickets for Both Days £28 Tel
01796 482376 (competitors) 01887 820666 (general enquiries)
E-mail:
info@aberfeldyshowandgames.co.uk or
jrlogierait@btinternet.com Website:
www.aberfeldyshowandgames.co.uk
Sunday 14th August
Bouncy Castle Open Days
Dunolly Adventures Dunolly House, Taybridge Drive, Aberfeldy,
Perthshire, PH15 2BP
Free Entry. Castles, Climbing Wall, Climbing Tree,
Face Painting, Bike Mini Skills Course, Kayaking Taster
Sessions, Arts and Crafts, Stalls, Outdoor Kite Sale. Cafe
open for coffee & cakes or try a Dunolly Burger from the BBQ.
01887 820298
info@dunollyadventures.co.uk
www.dunollyadventures.co.uk
Sunday 14th August11am - 4pm
Summer Fair
Molteno Memorial Hall
Crafts, food produice and BBQ.
Sunday 14th August 1pm - 2pm entry
Club Shoot 25
Fortingall Gun Club Chesthill Shooting Ground - Glenlyon
3 .5miles up Glenlyon from Fortingall/Fearnan road junction DTL;
15 pr Double Rise; Pool Trap Visitors Welcome at all shoots -
For information phone Sandy Argo 01887 829412 or 07979594575
Sunday 14th August 2pm
Attics Tour
Blair Castle, Blair Atholl
Discover the secrets of Blair Castle’s attics. Hidden from view
in the maze of attic rooms and corridors are many strange,
wonderful and interesting artefacts. Uncover the strange and
fascinating collection of objects in Baron Maule’s room, look
through some of our historic estate records and marvel at the
eclectic collections of family paintings, walking sticks,
weaponry and period costume.
The tour culminates in a climb to the castle rooftops for
breathtaking panoramic views of the castle grounds.
Please note: This tour involves several flights of spiral
stairs, the occasional tight space and heights and is only
suitable for the fully able.
Prices: £15 per person Booking: In advance on 01796 481207 or in
person on the day (subject to availability). Numbers limited to
10 people per tour.
http://www.atholl-estates.co.uk/events_whatson_calendar.cfm
Sunday 14th August 7pm
Songs of Praise Service
Braes of Rannoch Parish Church, Bridge of Gaur.
Do come and enjoy the scenic drive westwards along the shores of
Loch Rannoch to join usin singing God's praise in favourite
hymns, followed by light refreshments. There will be an
offering to support the work of the pc kids club for street
children in Harare, Zimbabwe started by Alice Chikomo.
Monday 15th August, 8-9.30pm
Bats and Moths
Atholl Estates Ranger Service, Blair Atholl
Glen Tilt Car Park, by Blair Atholl
An evening walk looking for our local bats and using a moth
trap. Booking: Just turn up.
Cost: Adults £2, Children £1 Tel:01796 481355 pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Monday 15th August Gates open 7pm,
Robert Wiseman Dairies Vale of Atholl Pipe Band
Highland Night
Recreation Ground, Pitlochry (Town Hall, wet weather venue)
An evening of traditional Scottish entertainment with the Vale
of Atholl Junior Pipe Band, highland and Scottish country
dancing displays, songs and accordion music. Watch the spectacle
from your car (parking free) or sit on the terraced banking.
Admission: Adults £5, children £1. Gates open 7pm, Starts
7.45pm, finishes approx. 9.15pm
www.highlandnight.co.uk
Mon 15th August 8.00pm
Massie & Mairearad Green
Ben-y-Vrackie Bar Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Often performing as part of the line-up for Blazin Fiddles, Box
Club and The Poozies, this award-winning Scots duo combine to
create a unique sound (and a great night’s entertainment!) of
not just accordion and guitar but pipes and banjo as well.
Tickets: 12.50 Tel:01796 484626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Tuesday 16th August, 10.30am-12noon
Riverside Ramble children’s event National Trust for Scotland
The Hermitage, by Dunkeld, meet in lower car park
Explore the rocky River Braan – who lives here and what do they
do?
Suitable for families with 5 to 12 year olds Just turn up Cost:
Children £2; accompanying adults £1 Tel 0844 4932194
http://www.nts.org.uk
Tues 16th Aug 8.00pm
Showtime! - with John Scrimger and Friends
Foyer Event Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Songs and stories from some of the world’s greatest musicals,
including South Pacific, Cats, Fiddler On The Roof and Blood
Brothers amongst many others. Guaranteed to be another memorable
evening of mirth, magic and melody from Linda Ormiston, James
Nicol and John Scrimger. Tickets: £13.50 Tel:01796 484626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Wednesdays 17th
August: 1.30pm
Hillside safari 2½ hours
Ben Lawers NNR car park.
Experience some of the varied plant and animal life on the
lower slopes of this famous nature reserve. adults £5, children
£2. Bring: Walking boots, warm, waterproof and windproof
clothing. Meet: 1.30pm Ben Lawers NNR car park. No need
to book. For further information telephone 0844 4932 136 or
email benlawers@nts.org.uk
Wednesday 17th August, 2pm – 3.30pm
Battle of Killiecrankie National Trust for Scotland
Killiecrankie Visitor Centre, meet in stone circle
Get to grips with the gory details of this gruesome battle.
Interactive battle talk (1hr) in woods above Soldier’s Leap;
followed by children’s craft activities and a display of weapons
outside the visitor centre. Just turn up Cost: Adults
£3.00; Children £2 Tel 0844 4932194
http://www.nts.org.uk
Wednesday 17th August doors open 7.15pm
Scottish Night Out
Town Hall Pitlochry
This Year The Scottish Night Out Show in Pitlochry
Town Hall will Commence on Wednesday August 10th at 7.45pm
Tickets Adult £8 Cons £7 Children £4 available from Pitlochry
Leisure Centre or at the door. The Charity Raffle this year will
be for The Perth Royal Infirmary Haematology New Unit More
Information at a later date.Tel
01796 472600
www.eddierose.co.uk
Wednesday August 17th 7.30pm
Music Rannoch's Games Week Concert
The Old Church of Rannoch
Breadalbane Academy's Fiddlestix' and Mid Atholl's Strings
and Things. £5 on the door.
Wednesday 17th August;8pm
St Abb’s Head National Nature Reserve
NTS meetings room, Lynedoch, Main Street, Killin
Liza Cole, Property Manager, showcases this famous NNR and
the surrounding Voluntary Marine Reserve. 0844 4932 136 or email
benlawers@nts.org.uk
Thursday, 18th August 7.00pm – 9.00pm
FORESTRY COMMISSION WALKS - Broadleaved Brilliance
Weem Car Park
Enjoy the discoveries of the world-famous plant hunters, Douglas
and Menzies, in stunning scenery near Castle Menzies.
Adults: £3.50 Children £2.00 Contact John Fyfe on 07801 827986
Thursday 18 to Sunday 21 August
Blair Castle International Horse Trials and Country Fair
Blair Castle Blair Atholl
featuring European Young Rider Championships
Scotland's leading equestrian event, running over four days in
August each year and attracting in excess of 37,000 visitors.
Olympic medallists compete alongside amateurs in the four
International event classes, whilst British Showjumping and
showing classes provide a platform for riders in other
disciplines to compete on Blair's hallowed turf. The
Bruadar Country Fair runs alongside the equestrian activities on
the Saturday and Sunday, featuring displays of both traditional
and more modern countryside pursuits. A large shopping village
harbours all sorts of attractions and bargains in almost 200
stands.
http://www.blairhorsetrials.co.uk/
Friday, 19th August 11.30am - 1.00 pm
FORESTRY COMMISSION WALKS - The Fiddle Tree Walk
Hermitage Car Park
A walk to the Hermitage, then through historic Inver past
Neil Gow’s cottage . A stroll for all ages and abilities.
Adults: £3.50 Children £2.00 Contact John Fyfe on 07801 827986
Saturday 20th August & 27th August
Open Days - Archaeologists Digging at Fortingall
The archaeologists and their helpers will be digging at
Fortingall between Wednesdays 17 and 31 August, and will be on
hand to answer visitors’ questions.
An exciting new archaeological dig will take place at Fortingall village
during August.
Archaeologist Dr Oliver JT O’Grady, best known for excavations
at Scone Palace, has joined forces with interested locals to
discover more about Fortingall’s ancient history as one of the
earliest places of Christian worship in Perthshire.
Following his successful survey of the site last year (see
sketch), Dr O’Grady will be directing the excavation of trenches
in the fields surrounding Fortingall village where the remains
of an ancient Pictish monastery are believed to rest.
There will be opportunities to see finds from the dig and
perhaps to get your hands dirty! For those with a keen interest
there are also still a few places available on the digging team.
No prior experience is required.
For information on how to take part contact Dr O’Grady on
07821155677.
Visitors should note that limited parking facilitates are
available beside the Kirk and Fortingall Hotel. Follow signs to
the dig from the kirk car park. On the open days (Saturdays 20
and 27 August) the Molteno Hall will also be open to show more
of the archaeology of Fortingall, and provide further parking,
refreshments and toilets.
Saturday 20th August 8.30am - 11.30am
The Aberfeldy Middle Distance Triathlon
Breadalbane Community Campus & Croft-na-Caber Water Sports
Centre PH15 2DU
The Aberfeldy Middle Distance Triathlon is one of the most
scenic events on the race calendar. The distances involved
include a 1900m swim, 90km Cycle and 21km run.
Live Active Leisure are delighted to announce that the event
will also host the National Club Relay Championships.
Applications for this event are now open at Entry Central -
click here to apply apply http://bit.ly/triathlonentries2011
To download the full race information and route guides - click
here http://bit.ly/aberfeldytriathlon2011
*Please note that an application form must be completed to enter
this event and accepting on facebook will not count as an entry.
However, we will post updates about the event on this page.
If you require any further information please email
leisure@liveactive.co.uk
Saturday 20th August 10am - 2pm
Summer Market
Mill of Logierait, Ballinluig, Perthshire, PH9 0LH
local traders offering lots of produce,crafts,plants,wines
and even collectables that range from vintage kitchenware to
agricultural curiosities. Plenty of free car parking, catering
on the field,tables and chairs, and nice loos. Phone 01796
482222,
www.highlandlightrailway.co.uk
August 20th 1.30pm
Rannoch Highland Gathering
Kinloch Rannoch Village Park
100yards; half mile race; hop step and jump; hill race; long
jump; children’s races; solo piping; 9yrs-18yrs solo piping;
sack race; confined tug-o-war ; highland dancing; and confined
and open heavyweight competitions. Time: 14.00 – 17.00 (Dancing
at 13.30)
Adults- TBC; Children and Senior Citizens- TBC; Car parking- TBC
Telephone: 01882 632257
E-mail:
jimdreghorn@hotmail.com
www.perthshirehighlandgames.co.uk
Saturday 20th August 2 – 3:30pm
Blow & Blast Woodwind Instrument ‘Taster’ for Adults
Birnam Arts Centre Birnam by Dunkeld
If you’ve always wanted to take up a woodwind instrument but
don’t know where to start, a Blow & Blast ‘taster’ session is
the perfect opportunity to find out more. The taster
includes an opportunity to try to make the sound on a flute and
clarinet, plus guidance on buying/hiring an instrument, finding
appropriate music, teaching yourself/finding a teacher and
meeting the particular challenges facing the adult learner.
If you have an elderly woodwind instrument languishing in your
attic, bring it along to discover whether it is still
‘roadworthy’. Cost £5.00 For more information, visit
www.blowandblast.co.uk or tel: 01764 652052
Saturday 20th August 7.30pm
Scottish Country Dancing
Pitlochry Town Hall.
Visitors welcome to join us on the dance floor or come along
to watch. Dancers £6.50 Spectators £2.00 Tel 01796 473488
Saturday20th August 8:00pm
The Hot Seats
Birnam Institute Station Road Birnam Dunkeld PH8 0DS
The Hot Seats last appeared here in 2009 and were one of our
most popular acts of the year – they are simply stunning!
Combining virtuosic soloing, the tightness of bluegrass, the
band-driven rhythm of old-time, the jerky bounce of ragtime and
the swagger of rock 'n' roll, The Hot Seats are irrepressible in
their enthusiasm for making music – they live to entertain.
Tickets: £12 / £10 / £5 under 16 box office on 01350 727674.
www.birnamarts.com
Saturday 20th August 9.00pm until 1.00am
Games Night Dance
Kinloch Rannoch Village Hall
Dance with Live Band; Bar 9.00pm until 12.30am: Raffle.
Admission: Adults £4.00: Children (U/16) £2.00
 Sunday
21st August 10am - 4pm
The Olympic Torch Tour visits Blair Castle Horse Trials
Blair Castle, Blair Atholl
The Olympic Torch Relay will be a 70-day celebration that
will travel hundreds of miles to bring the London 2012 Games to
almost every community across the UK
The Olympic Flame will be lit in Olympia, Greece, before
arriving in the UK on 18 May 2012 and embarking on a relay
before arriving at the Opening Ceremony of the 2012 Olympic
Games on 27 July 2012
In all, 8,000 Torchbearers will get the chance of a lifetime,
each carrying the Flame and, with it, a message of peace, hope,
respect and friendship
The route has been designed to come within a one-hour journey
for 95% of the population of the UK
• The Bank of Scotland Olympic Torch Tour will be a 16-day
interactive experience from 20 August – 04 September 2011.
• The Tour is a nationwide road-show inviting the public to:
o See the London 2012 Olympic Torch and have their photo taken
with it
o See Torches from past Relays and learn about the history of
the Relay
o Find out how to nominate someone to be an Olympic Torchbearer
o Make a nomination video in our bespoke Bank of Scotland cab
• It will be supported by PR, advertising and customer
communications
. Who can be nominated and how?
• Bank of Scotland is providing everyone with the opportunity to
nominate somebody who has made a difference to their local
community and who inspires others.
• For example, the neighbour who’s always helping others in the
community; the coach for their dedication to helping young
athletes; the mum who ran a marathon to raise money for charity;
the teacher who runs the after school clubs... and many more.
• The public nomination campaign runs until 12 September 2011
• Nominations can be made online via
www.bankofscotland.co.uk/carrytheflame
Sun 21st Aug; Sun 4th Sept; Sun 6th Nov;
Sun 11th Dec Birnam Arts Centre
Blow & Blast Woodwind Ensemble Workshops
Birnam Institute Station Road Birnam Dunkeld PH8 0DS
One-off woodwind ensemble workshops catering specifically for
inexperienced adult learners/'returners' on flute, oboe,
clarinet or bassoon. (You will need your own instrument.)
Introductory 10am – 12 noon £15 Playalong Band 12:30 – 2pm
£10 Intermediate 2:30 - 4:30pm £15 A limited number
of saxophones or brass players can be accommodated in the
lunchtime band (check first for availability). For more
information/bookings, visit
www.blowandblast.co.uk or tel: 01764 652052
Sunday 21st Aug 8.00pm
Ceilidh
Foyer Event Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Birl your partner to the East Neuk ceilidh band, Scotch In A
Box. Always a popular night with locals and visitors alike!
Tickets: £7.50 or £10.50 with hot supper Tel:01796 484626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Monday 22nd August 10am -2pm
Living the Iron Age
Scottish Crannog Centre
‘Living the Iron Age'- Live the very special life of a
Crannog extended family! Activities include chopping firewood,
lighting fires, food processing, cooking for that unique Celtic
BBQ, and dugout canoeing. Iron Age clothing provided. £30 adults
and £15 children. Pre-Booking essential.
http://www.crannog.co.uk/docs/crannog_centre/events_diary.html
Monday 22nd August Gates open 7pm,
Robert Wiseman Dairies Vale of Atholl Pipe Band
Highland Night
Recreation Ground, Pitlochry (Town Hall, wet weather venue)
An evening of traditional Scottish entertainment with the Vale
of Atholl Junior Pipe Band, highland and Scottish country
dancing displays, songs and accordion music. Watch the spectacle
from your car (parking free) or sit on the terraced banking.
Admission: Adults £5, children £1. Gates open 7pm, Starts
7.45pm, finishes approx. 9.15pm
www.highlandnight.co.uk
Tuesday 23rd August, 10.30am – 12.30pm
Fantastic Fungi National Trust for Scotland
Meet at Garry Bridge car park for Linn of Tummel
A beginner’s guide to the fascinating world of fungi found at
the Linn of Tummel. Includes basic id and folklore. Just
turn up Cost: Adults £3.00; Children £2 Tel 0844 4932194
http://www.nts.org.uk
Tuesdays 12th & 26th July and 9th & 23rd
August: 10.30 am
Close Encounters: a children’s walk 2 hours
Ben Lawers NNR car park
Enjoy activities and games that will bring you close to some
of the less obvious animals and plants that live on the lower
slopes of Ben Lawers. adults £2, children £5. (Adults must
be accompanied by a child and vice versa). Bring: Wellies
and waterproofs. Meet: 10.30 am Ben Lawers NNR car park. For
further information telephone 0844 4932 136 or email
benlawers@nts.org.uk .
Tuesday 23rd August, 2 – 3.30pm
Woodland Treasure Hunt family event
Atholl Estates Ranger Service, Blair Atholl
Glen Tilt Car Park, by Blair Atholl
A family event searching for clues and treasure in the woods.
Booking: Just turn up Cost: Children £2 Tel:01796 481355
pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Wednesday 24th August doors open 7.15pm
Scottish Night Out
Town Hall Pitlochry
This Year The Scottish Night Out Show in Pitlochry
Town Hall will Commence on Wednesday August 10th at 7.45pm
Tickets Adult £8 Cons £7 Children £4 available from Pitlochry
Leisure Centre or at the door. The Charity Raffle this year will
be for The Perth Royal Infirmary Haematology New Unit More
Information at a later date.Tel
01796 472600
www.eddierose.co.uk
Thursday 25th August 11am - 4pm
Loch of the Lowes Guided Walk
meet at TIC The Cross Dunkeld
Walk from Dunkeld through oak woodland on the way to the
Loch of the Lowes. Adult £6 Child £2 Members £2 Tel 01350 727337
Thursday 25th August, 7.30-9pm
Batty Kids family event
Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Bat evening activities for kids. Booking: Just turn up. Cost:
Children £1 Tel:01796 481355 pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Saturday 27th August
Open Days - Archaeologists Digging at Fortingall
The archaeologists and their helpers will be digging at
Fortingall between Wednesdays 17 and 31 August, and will be on
hand to answer visitors’ questions.
An exciting new archaeological dig will take place at Fortingall village
during August.
Archaeologist Dr Oliver JT O’Grady, best known for excavations
at Scone Palace, has joined forces with interested locals to
discover more about Fortingall’s ancient history as one of the
earliest places of Christian worship in Perthshire.
Following his successful survey of the site last year (see
sketch), Dr O’Grady will be directing the excavation of trenches
in the fields surrounding Fortingall village where the remains
of an ancient Pictish monastery are believed to rest.
There will be opportunities to see finds from the dig and
perhaps to get your hands dirty! For those with a keen interest
there are also still a few places available on the digging team.
No prior experience is required.
For information on how to take part contact Dr O’Grady on
07821155677.
Visitors should note that limited parking facilitates are
available beside the Kirk and Fortingall Hotel. Follow signs to
the dig from the kirk car park. On the open days (Saturdays 20
and 27 August) the Molteno Hall will also be open to show more
of the archaeology of Fortingall, and provide further parking,
refreshments and toilets.
August 27th 9:00am
Strathardle Highland Games & Agricultural
Bannerfield, Kirkmichael
Traditional and very friendly Gathering featuring World
Tug-o-War Championship, Heavyweight events, Highland Dancing and
Piping competitions, children’s races, pillow fight and one of
Perthshire’s largest shows of farm stock. Time: Local events:
10.30 (TBC) – 12.30 Open Events: 13.00 -17.00 Adults: £5.00.
Senior Citizens & Children: £2.00 Families (2+2): £10.00
Telephone: 01575 582248 E-mail:highlandgames@tiscali.co.uk Web
www.strathardle.org
August 27th 11:00 - 17.00
Birnam Highland Games
Recreation Park, Dunkeld
Traditional Highland Games in a glorious setting in a
historic village. Top class Piping and Highland Dancing along
with running events, cycling and heavyweight events. Don’t miss
the Scottish 800m footrace championship and the World Haggis
Eating Championship.
Admission tbc Telephone: 01350 720041 E-mail:crawshaw990@btinternet.com
Web
www.birnamhighlandgames.com
Saturday 27th August 12 noon
Highland Perthshire Horticultural Society: Flower & Produce
Show. 12 noon;
Town Hall Aberfeldy
presentation of prizes 3pm.
Saturday 27th August 1pm
Charity Day, Texas Open Scramble
Blair Atholl Golf Club, Blair Atholl
Come and view some fantastic Baby & Kids products from BBC
Dragons Dens Truly Madly Baby & Kids products, and treat
yourself to one of our taster therapies from massage to
reflexology.
7pm - a Charity Auction, raffle and fantastic food from our
restaurant with Live Music. Tel: 01796 481407.
www.trulymadlybaby.co.uk/fionaphilip
Saturday 27th August 8pm,
Dick Gaughan in concert
Birnam Arts Centre Station Road Birnam Dunkeld PH8 0DS
The Fiddle Tree presents Dick Gaughan in concert with an
opening set from Choloe Matharu. Tickets £10/£8(conc) in advance
£12/ £10 (conc) on the door £5 under 18s cash/cheque only Birnam
CD(01350 727158) Zigzags, Dunkeld (01350 728666) card bookings
online only at
www.thebooth.co.uk
www.thefiddletree.co.uk
 Saturday 27th August - Sunday 28th August
Canoe Slalom Racing Div 1,2 Double
Grandtully by Aberfeldy
Come along and see Britains top Slalom paddlers in action,
competing at weekends and training during the week. Forth Canoe Club David Dickson Tel 01506 846239 e.mail
david@protoshape.co.uk
Map 52 Ref NN912531 ABCXEFG Limit 250
www.canoescotland.org
image by
Rob Eyton-Jones
Sunday 28th August 2pm
Attics Tour
Blair Castle, Blair Atholl
Discover the secrets of Blair Castle’s attics. Hidden from
view in the maze of attic rooms and corridors are many strange,
wonderful and interesting artefacts. Uncover the strange and
fascinating collection of objects in Baron Maule’s room, look
through some of our historic estate records and marvel at the
eclectic collections of family paintings, walking sticks,
weaponry and period costume.
The tour culminates in a climb to the castle rooftops for
breathtaking panoramic views of the castle grounds.
Please note: This tour involves several flights of spiral
stairs, the occasional tight space and heights and is only
suitable for the fully able.
Prices: £15 per person Booking: In advance on 01796 481207 or in
person on the day (subject to availability). Numbers limited to
10 people per tour.
http://www.atholl-estates.co.uk/events_whatson_calendar.cfm
Sunday 28th August, 2-3.30pm
Fantastic Fungi
Atholl Estates Ranger Service, Blair Atholl
Glen Tilt Car Park, by Blair Atholl
Fungi for beginners. Learn the basics about id and ecology.
Booking: Just turn up.
Cost: £2 Tel:01796 481355 pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Sunday 28th August 8.00pm
Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Aly & Phil have played to packed houses in Pitlochry for over 16
years now. Join this much loved legendary Scots duo for an
evening of fiddle, accordion and the best anecdotes ever!
Tickets: £22.50 Tel:01796 484626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Monday 29th August Gates open 7pm,
Robert Wiseman Dairies Vale of Atholl Pipe Band
Highland Night
Recreation Ground, Pitlochry (Town Hall, wet weather venue)
An evening of traditional Scottish entertainment with the Vale
of Atholl Junior Pipe Band, highland and Scottish country
dancing displays, songs and accordion music. Watch the spectacle
from your car (parking free) or sit on the terraced banking.
Admission: Adults £5, children £1. Gates open 7pm, Starts
7.45pm, finishes approx. 9.15pm
www.highlandnight.co.uk
Wednesday 31th August doors open 7.15pm
Scottish Night Out
Town Hall Pitlochry
This Year The Scottish Night Out Show in Pitlochry
Town Hall will Commence on Wednesday August 10th at 7.45pm
Tickets Adult £8 Cons £7 Children £4 available from Pitlochry
Leisure Centre or at the door. The Charity Raffle this year will
be for The Perth Royal Infirmary Haematology New Unit More
Information at a later date.Tel
01796 472600
www.eddierose.co.uk
Wednesday 31st August; 8pm
Botanising in the hills-Scotland and Norway compared
NTS meetings room, Lynedoch, Main Street, Killin
David Mardon, botanist and hillwalker compares and contrasts two
mountain environments.
0844 4932 136 or email
benlawers@nts.org.uk
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