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Pitlochry Festival Theatre
see website for details.
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
A selection of 5 plays including;
Kiss Me Kate - Romantic, touching and
hilariously funny, with a classic Cole
Porter score,
1st/6th/7th/9th/17th/23rd/28th/31st
Noises Off - a hilarious classic comedy!
2nd/5th/10th/17th22nd/30th
Rough Crossing - A wickedly funny
nautical comedy! 3rd/7th/10th/19th/24/29th
Bus Stop - A bittersweet American
Romance. 3rd/8th/16th/21st/24th/27th/28th
An Ideal Husband - Wilde’s sharp,
elegant, stylish comedy-drama explores the
dangers inherent in a life lived in the
public spotlight is not to be missed!
15th/20th/21st/26th/31st
Tel:Box Office: 01796 484
626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
April to end of September
2.00 – 4.00 commencing .
“Handbell Harmony” in Dunkeld Cathedral
Performances in Dunkeld Cathedral on most
Wednesdays throughout the summer,
Heather and her fellow soloist Margaret
Davidson perform as the duo “Handbell
Harmony” in Dunkeld Cathedral on Wednesday
afternoons throughout the summer.
Solo ringing throughout the summer by
Heather I. McLean, one of the country's few
accomplished handbell soloists. Solo ringing
is most unusual. It is fascinating to watch
and lovely to hear. (Small Ensemble
Ringing occasionally.) Come and listen
for a while. No charge – freewill donation.
Contact Tourist Information Office, Tel:
01350 727688
www.dunkeld-handbells.co.uk
Sundays & Wednesdays in
July 11:30am
Garden Tours
Explorers Garden, Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Led by experienced guides who bring
Explorers to life. £4 includes garden
entry. Tel 01796 484626
www.exploretsgarden.com
Saturday 29th May - 25th
July 10am - 5.30pm
Art Exhibition Fourth Element 11:
Urban Art in the Highlands
Watermill Gallery, Mill St. Aberfeldy
Urban Art returns to the Watermill with
an exhibition featuring prints by Banksy,
Blek le Rat, D*Face, Dolk, Eelus, Elph,
Faile and Shepard Fairey among others. Tel:
01887 822896
More details can be viewed at
http://www.aberfeldywatermill.com/art/exhibition/fourth-element-ii-urban-art-highlands
Thursday 1st July (Varying
times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Thursday 1st July
10.30am - 12.00midday
SQUIRRELTASTIC
Atholl Estates Ranger Service, Blair
Atholl
Find out more about our treetop friends.
Meet at Glen Tilt Car Park, by Blair Atholl.
Cost: £1 per child phone 01796 481355 or
481646
pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Thursdays 7pm - 10pm
Och Aye McKay every Thursday
Mckays Bar & Reataurant, Atholl Road
Pitlochry
- a great mix of Scottish entertainment. Drew Scott entertains while
Lisa & Fiona on fiddle and accordion will
teach you to Ceilidh dance! Hopefully one of
tthe local pipe band will pop in too. A
great night for all and it’s free entry.
Test your knowledge with the famous Och Aye
McKay Quiz and take home a fantastic
(remember you’re in Scotland) prize!! Join
in from anytime between 7pm & 10pm for some
Scottish fun. Tel:
01796473888 . Email: info@mckayshotel.co.uk
www.mckayshotel.co.uk
Thursday 1st July 8pm
Simon Yates Beyond the Void
The Birnam Art Centre Birnam by Dunkeld
Simon Yates first became known as “the
man who cut the rope” holding Joe Simpson
during a disastrous descent from Peru's
Siula Grande in 1985, a story immortalised
in the film ‘Touching the Void’. 20 years
on, Simon is one of the most successful
mountaineers of his time, and is touring the
UK with his entertaining and inspiring
lecture. Simon’s dry wit, philosophical
approach and stunning images transport his
audience to some of the highest and most
treacherous peaks in the world, giving a
real insight into the mountain environment
and the extreme mental and physical
challenge of climbing. Tickets: £12 /
£10 Tel Box office 01350 727674
www.birnamarts.com
Thursday 1st July 8pm
This is Scotland...and you're welcome to it!
Castle Menzies Weem, by Aberfeldy
The elegant portrait-hung Pink Room in
16th Century Castle Menzies is the setting
for the sixth successive year of THIS IS
SCOTLAND … AND YOU’RE WELCOME TO IT!, an
evening of gentle music and comedy written
and presented by Alan Brown and focussing on
this very part of the world known as
Highland Perthshire. Presented at 8 pm each
Thursday evening from 20 May to 16
September, tickets are £6 on sale at the
venue or may be reserved by phoning Castle
Menzies on (01887) 820982. More info on
Alan’s website
www.broonsreel.com
Friday 2nd July 09:00
until Monday 12th July at 22:00
Kenmore Festival
Location: Kenmore
Kenmore Festival includes special offers
on riding at Mains of Taymouth Stables, Golf
at Mains of Taymouth Golf Course, Coffee
Shop & Crafts/Gifts at Karelia House; Loch
Tay Boating Centre, Free Spirits White Water
Rafting & Highland Safaris.
Friday 2nd -12th Iron Age exhibitions
including hollowed out log boats. The
Scottish Crannog Centre.
Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th Treasure
Hunt The Courtyard Shop
Sunday 4th Historic Rally Cars
Wednesday 7th Kenmore Highland Games
from 5.30 to 9.30pm. Sports Field. Adults
£5, children free.
Monday 5th and Wednesday 10am
-Escorted Walks from Kenmore Hotel
Saturday 10th from 3pm Spit Roast and
Real Ale - The Courtyard 01887 830763
Scottish Crannog Centre - Hollowed out log
boats for hire and lots of Iron Age
Exhibitions 01887 830583
Friday 2nd July 7-10pm
Pictism Pictism
Mckays Bar & Restaurant, Atholl Rd,
Pitlochry
- A traditional two piece from Edinburgh
playing a mixture of Scots and Irish tunes
and songs. The song's they perform can
either be from within the last couple of
hundred years such as Robert Burns or Robert
Tannahill songs or the may be of an older
tradition that is of an unknown origin
usually part of a long forgotten oral
tradition. Check out myspace/pictism Tel:
01796473888 . Email: info@mckayshotel.co.uk
www.mckayshotel.co.uk
Saturday 3rd July
10.30am-11.30am ages 7+
Beadmaking
Birnam Institute, Birnam by Dunkeld
£5.50 Tel 01350 727 674
www.birnamarts.com
Saturday 3rd July 7-10pm
MacPolvo
McKays Bar & Restaurant, Atholl Rd Pitlochry
Normally going out as a duo MacPolvo have
delighted audiences from Skye to Salamanca
with their reportoire of traditional song
from Scotland, with Irish songs and even the
odd English number thrown into the mix.
Check out
www.macpolvo.com Tel: 01796473888
. Email: info@mckayshotel.co.uk
www.mckayshotel.co.uk
Saturday 3rd July 8pm
Havana Swing
The Birnam Art Centre Birnam by Dunkeld
Reminiscent of Django Reinhardt, Havana
Swing's fiery, gypsy jazz music will take
you on a journey to the famous and sultry Le
Hot Club De France, Parisian cafes and gypsy
encampments, alive with energy and passion.
3 guitars, a double bass and a clarinet –
Havana Swing are well respected throughout
the Jazz Manouche and Hot Club world of
music, mainly from their live performances
and their CD recordings-"Django Ecossais"
and "Django's Lion" The band have recently
broadcast for B.B.C. Radio 2 Sunday
Supplement and BBC Radio Scotland's Jazz
House.
These guys rock! Tickets: £10 / £8 Tel
Box office 01350 727674
www.birnamarts.com
Sunday 4th July (Varying
times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Sunday 4th July 2pm-5pm
Gardens Open - Glenlyon House
Fortingall
Interesting garden framed by hedges,
with colourful herbaceous borders and fruit
trees underplanted with perennials and
annuals. Intensive deep vegetable beds
inspired by the late Geoff Hamilton.
£4 Categories - Contact - Scotland's Garden
Scheme Telephone - 0131 226 3714 Email:info@sgsgardens.co.uk
Web
www.gardensofscotland.org
Sunday 4th July 8pm
Donnie Munro & Band
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Last year’s inaugural Pitlochry concert
was a massive success. Join us as we welcome
back the inspirational Celtic superstar and
former member of Runrig with his stellar
band for a night of Gael-Rock to remember!
Box Office Telephone - 01796 484626 Email:
boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk Web
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
 Monday
5th July 1pm - 4pm
Country Sports Experience
Dunkeld Park Activities Hilton Dunkeld House, Dunkeld & BASC
Scottish Centre in Trochry
Unique half-day taster sessions for anyone interested in
trying deer stalking or shooting. Learn from experts in a
safe and friendly environment. Gain an appreciation of
Scotland’s country sports and enjoy professional practical
instruction for rifle and shotgun (no live targets are used)
Advance booking essential. £50 per person for each
`Experience` `The Stalking Experience ` T: 01350 723 226
BASC Scottish Centre in Trochry. `The Shooting Experience`
T: 01350 728 370 Dunkeld Park Activites, Dunkeld
www.countrysportscotland.com Funded by the European
Regional Development Fund.
Monday 5th July (Varying
times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Monday 5th July– 6th September
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 6th July (Varying
times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Tuesday 6th July 10.30am –
12noon
Rock Detectives – Suitable for families with
5-12 year olds.
Meet: Outside Killiecrankie Visitor Centre
A children’s introduction to geology –
discover about rocks and fossils, build a
volcano and see how water and ice shape the
land. Children £2; accompanying adults
£1 Tel: 0844 4932192
www.nts.org.uk
Tuesday
6th July 2.00 - 3.30pm
Explore Glen Fender Meadow
Atholl Estates
Ranger Service, Blair Atholl
A
glorious meadow with wild flowers,
butterflies and bumblebees. Come and see
what we can find today and maybe record some
new species. May be rough and wet underfoot.
Follow signs from opposite Tilt Hotel in
Blair Atholl Cost: £2
pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
telephone
01796 481355
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Tuesday 6th July
Quality cinema in Aberfeldy, with The Screen
Machine. Car park behind Girvans.
5.30pm - How to Train Your Dragon (3D) -
PG
8.30pm - Sex and the City 2 - 15
For Sex and City 2 all 15s must be
accompanied by a parent/21+ guardian. No
under-15s will be admitted. Proof of
age (eg Young Scot card, passport, driving
license etc) may be requested.
More film details from the Screen Machine.
Tickets £6.00 (£4.50 concessions) / £7.50
(£6.00) for 3D. Online booking
is available through thebooth, linked from
the Screen Machine Calendar. Remaining
tickets will be sold at the Screen Machine
from 30 minutes before the screening.
Wednesday 7th July
Quality cinema in Aberfeldy, with The Screen
Machine. Car park behind Girvans.
5.30pm - How to Train Your Dragon (3D) -
PG
8.30pm - Robin Hood - 12A
For Robin Hood all under-16s must be
accompanied by a parent/21+ guardian.
Proof of age (eg Young Scot card, passport,
driving license etc) may be requested.
More film details from the Screen Machine.
Tickets £6.00 (£4.50 concessions) / £7.50
(£6.00) for 3D. Online booking
is available through thebooth, linked from
the Screen Machine Calendar. Remaining
tickets will be sold at the Screen Machine
from 30 minutes before the screening.
Wednesday 7th July 1am
- 3pm ages 8+
Young Artists'Wall Display
Birnam Institute, Birnam by Dunkeld
£9 Tel 01350 727 674
www.birnamarts.com
Wednesday 7th July
5.30pm - 9.30pm
KENMORE HIGHLAND GAMES
Kenmore Sports Field, nr Aberfeldy
An evening Highland Games held in a
unique and beautiful setting. Includes heavy
and track events, highland dancing, hill
race, tug o’ war, trade stalls and special
children’s events. Adults: £5.00
Children Free Telephone: 01887 830281
e-mail:
sarahj146@btinternet.com
Wednesdays 7th & 21st
July and 4th & 18th August: 1.30pm
Hillside safari
Meet: 1.30pm Ben Lawers NNR car park.
Experience some of the varied plant and
animal life on the lower slopes of this
famous reserve where pioneering conservation
work is restoring threatened plant
communities to the hill. Duration: 2½ hours.
Cost: adults £5, children £2. Bring: Walking
boots, warm, waterproof and windproof
clothing. No need to book. For further info
telephone 0844 4932 13.
Thursday 8th July (Varying
times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Thurs 8
July 10.30am - 12.00 midday
Minibeast Magic
Atholl Estates
Ranger Service, Blair Atholl
We
look for bugs and beasties in their mini
world. Meet at Atholl Estates
Information Centre, Blair Atholl Cost: £1
per child Telephone 01796 481355
pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Thursdays 7pm - 10pm
Och Aye McKay every Thursday
Mckays Bar & Reataurant, Atholl Road
Pitlochry
- a great mix of Scottish entertainment. Drew Scott entertains while
Lisa & Fiona on fiddle and accordion will
teach you to Ceilidh dance! Hopefully one of
tthe local pipe band will pop in too. A
great night for all and it’s free entry.
Test your knowledge with the famous Och Aye
McKay Quiz and take home a fantastic
(remember you’re in Scotland) prize!! Join
in from anytime between 7pm & 10pm for some
Scottish fun. Tel:
01796473888 . Email: info@mckayshotel.co.uk
www.mckayshotel.co.uk
Friday 9th July 7-10pm
Whistleblowers
McKays Music Bar, Atholl Road, Pitlochry
The Whistleblowers are a trio who play a
mixture of Scottish and Irish music with a
couple of contemporary tunes thrown in for
good measure!! From ballads to foot tappers,
The Whistleblowers go out of their way to
make you feel a part of the night Tel:
01796473888 . Email: info@mckayshotel.co.uk
www.mckayshotel.co.uk
10 July Start time 6am
& 7am
The Artemis Great Kindrochit Quadrathlon
Loch Tay Kenmore
2010 is the 10th anniversary of The
Artemis Great Kindrochit Quadrathlon! Join
us for one of Scotland’s toughest one-day
events, it is an exhilarating test of
stamina, strength and fitness, combining
swimming, walking/running, kayaking and
cycling. It’s not an event for the
faint-hearted but promises to take you
through some of the most magnificent and
scenic areas of the Scottish highlands.
Starting and finishing at Kindrochit, the
challenge will take you in, over and around
Loch Tay including the summits of the Ben
Lawers Range and Ptarmigan Ridge. You can
enter with friends or colleagues as a team
of two (both members participate in each
leg) or as a relay team (max 8 members, min
2 team members per leg). It’s a tough
challenge but your efforts will be rewarded
through fantastic camaraderie and finished
off with a well deserved massage, a hearty
feast on the shores of Loch Tay, a ceilidh
and a fireworks extravaganza. In 2010 we
will be continuing with our support for
Mercy Corps, an international development
charity. Our fundraising efforts will go
towards improving food production in poverty
stricken Guatemala. The project is the vital
next stage in helping families to maximise
the potential of their land, grow
sustainable and profitable crops, and
generate livelihoods for themselves and
future generations. 9,000 people will
directly benefit from this project and the
knock-on effect will be to secure a stream
of diverse, nutritional food and to increase
food security of the entire populations of
the 25 communities in which this project
works. Admission - £190 per Quadrathlete
plus £30 kayak hire Contact - Kindrochit
House Telephone - 01567 820409 Email:sarah@wildfoxevents.com
Web
www.artemisgreatkindrochit.com
Saturday
10th July
Local History Exhibition Opens
Aberfeldy Watermill, Mill St, Aberfeldy
PH15 2BG
The Watermill
Gallery is holding an exhibition of
photographs of ‘Old Aberfeldy’ from 10th
July to 10th September. As
part of the exhibition we will be holding a
competition ‘how many people in the photos
can you name’. We will also be displaying
the former Aberfeldy Provost’s Chain of
Office (on loan from Perth Museum) in the
exhibition.
www.aberfeldywatermill.com
Saturday 10th July
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 10th July
7-10pm
Andrew Gordon
McKays Music Bar, Atholl Rd. Pitlochry
Andrew has been singing solos since 1999.
Since then Andrew has played in The US,
Canada, Germany and The Netherlands and also
all over Scotland. A firm favourite in
McKays. Check out andrewgordon.co.uk Tel:
01796473888 . Email: info@mckayshotel.co.uk
www.mckayshotel.co.uk
Sunday 11th July (Varying
times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Monday
12th July 1pm - 4pm
Country Sports Experience
Dunkeld Park Activities Hilton Dunkeld House, Dunkeld & BASC
Scottish Centre in Trochry
Unique half-day taster sessions for anyone interested in
trying deer stalking or shooting. Learn from experts in a
safe and friendly environment. Gain an appreciation of
Scotland’s country sports and enjoy professional practical
instruction for rifle and shotgun (no live targets are used)
Advance booking essential. £50 per person for each
`Experience` `The Stalking Experience ` T: 01350 723 226
BASC Scottish Centre in Trochry. `The Shooting Experience`
T: 01350 728 370 Dunkeld Park Activites, Dunkeld
www.countrysportscotland.com Funded by the European
Regional Development Fund.
Monday 12th July (Varying
times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Monday 12th July
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
Monday 12th July 8pm
Women Behaving Madly!
Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
Compassion, comedy
and compost combine in this topical, funny
and moving one woman comedy-drama from the
makers of Sex & Chocolate and Fur Coat &
Magic Knickers. Box Office Telephone -
01796 484626 Email:
boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk
Web
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Tuesday 13th July (Varying
times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Tuesday 13th July 10.30am
– 12noon
Record Breakers – Suitable for families with
5-12 year olds.
Meet: The Hermitage Lower Car Park Dunkeld
Record breaking wildlife facts – see who
can jump the furthest and grow the tallest.
Charge: Children £2; accompanying adults £1
Tel: 0844 4932192
www.nts.org.uk
Tuesdays 13th & 27th July
and 10th & 24th August:
Close Encounters: a walk for children all
ages!
Meet: 10.30 am Ben Lawers NNR car park.
Enjoy a close look at some of the less
obvious animals and some of the plants that
live on the lower slopes of Ben Lawers.
Duration: 2 hours Cost: 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.
Tues 13
July between 2.00 and 4.00pm.
Feeders and Homes
Atholl Estates
Ranger Service, Blair Atholl
Help out your local wildlife by making
nestboxes and feeders. Drop in anytime
between 2.00 and 4.00pm. Meet at
Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair
Atholl Cost: Donations for materials.
Telephone 01796 481355
pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Tuesday 13th July 8pm
Garden Music
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Broadcaster and singer-songwriter, Frieda
Morrison, joins renowned horticulturalist
David Mitchell from the Royal Botanic
Garden, Edinburgh, to take us on a journey
of exploration into the plants in your
garden. With songs from Frieda's new album
Morven and thrilling stories about the
adventures of the Scottish plant-hunters
from Dave, this will be a uniquely
entertaining evening.
Box Office Telephone - 01796 484626 Email:
boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk
Web
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Wednesday 14th July:
Mountain flowers.
Meet:. 9.30am Ben Lawers NNR car park.
A high-level guided walk to see some of
the arctic-alpine plants for which these
hills are famous. Requires a reasonable
level of fitness. Duration: 7 hours
Cost: adults £25, children £12.50. Bring:
Walking boots, warm, waterproof and
windproof clothing, packed lunch and drink.
Booking essential, please telephone 0844
4932 136.
Wednesday 14th July
2.00pm
The Battle of Killiecrankie
Meet: Outside Killiecrankie Visitor Centre
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. Charge: Adults £3; Children £2 Tel:
0844 4932192
www.nts.org.uk
Wednesday 14th July
Celtic Night at Blair Castle
Blair Castle, Blair Atholl
Pitlochry & Blair Atholl Pipe Band -
Celtic Music and Songs, Tunes from Scotland
Ireland, Brittany, Asturia & Galicia.
Also Highland Dancing. Adults £6.50,
Children £1.50 Lucky Programme Draw,
Free Parking.
Thursday 15th July
(Varying times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Thurs 15 July 10.30am - 12.00 midday
Wet and Wild
Atholl Estates
Ranger Service, Blair Atholl
Discover the weird, watery world around the
river. Meet at Atholl Estates Information
Centre, Blair Atholl. Cost: £1 per
child telephone 01796 481355
pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Thursdays 8pm -
11pm
Och Aye McKay every Thursday
Mckays Bar & Reataurant, Atholl Road
Pitlochry
- a great mix of Scottish entertainment. Drew Scott entertains while
Lisa & Fiona on fiddle and accordion will
teach you to Ceilidh dance! Hopefully one of
tthe local pipe band will pop in too. A
great night for all and it’s free entry.
Test your knowledge with the famous Och Aye
McKay Quiz and take home a fantastic
(remember you’re in Scotland) prize!! Join
in from anytime between 7pm & 10pm for some
Scottish fun. Tel:
01796473888 . Email: info@mckayshotel.co.uk
www.mckayshotel.co.uk
Friday 16th July 8-11pm
Lisa & Fiona
Mckays Bar & Reataurant, Atholl Road
Pitlochry
Tel: 01796473888 . Email: info@mckayshotel.co.uk
www.mckayshotel.co.uk
Saturday 17th July 10am to 1pm
Logierait Country Market
Mill of
Logierait, by Ballinluig off A9 towards Aberfeldy.
The layout of the stalls, car parking
and toilet facilities is being improved, and
the new Farm/Railway shed will provide a
covered area with tables and chairs with
teas and coffees available. Markets
held the third Saturday of the Month.
With local produce, crafts, food etc.
contact Peter or Fiona on 01796 482222 or
email
highlandlightrailway@btconnect.com
Saturday 17th July 10.30am
- 1.30pm
Kids's Pasta Making
Birnam Institute, Birnam by Dunkeld
£6 Tel 01350 727 674
www.birnamarts.com
Saturday 17th July 1pm
– 4pm
Giant Art Afternoon – Suitable for families
with 5-12 year olds.
Meet: The Hermitage Lower Car Park Dunkeld
Enjoy a giant sculpture art and craft
session in the woods. Call in anytime
between 1pm and 4pm. Charge: Children £2;
accompanying adults free Tel: 0844 4932192
www.nts.org.uk
Sat/Sunday 17th/18th July 11am -4pm 2010
Go Native!
The Scottish
Crannog Centre, Kenmore, Loch Tay
Ancient Technology & Wild Cooking Fair Test
our dugout canoes, learn a new craft, and
cook on the wild side. Cost to be confirmed
Tel. 01887 830583
www.crannog.co.uk
Saturday 17th July 8-11pm
MacPolvo
McKays Bar & Restaurant, Atholl Rd Pitlochry
Normally going out as a duo MacPolvo have
delighted audiences from Skye to Salamanca
with their reportoire of traditional song
from Scotland, with Irish songs and even the
odd English number thrown into the mix.
Check out
www.macpolvo.com Tel: 01796473888
. Email: info@mckayshotel.co.uk
www.mckayshotel.co.uk Sunday 18th July
(Varying times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Sunday 18th July 2pm
Blair Atholl Historic Trail Guided Walk
Memorial Car Park opposite Blair Castle.
Peter Barr (the researcher and producer
of the newly launched Blair Atholl Historic
Trail leaflet) will again lead this really
interesting guided walk, which will visit
points in and around Blair Atholl and Bridge
of Tilt. The total walk will take
approximately 2 hours and comfortable shoes
are advised. The walk will start at 2 pm,
from the Memorial Car Park (opposite the
main entrance to Blair Castle). There is no
charge for the walk, which will be of
interest to both locals and visitors alike.
Historic Walk leaflets will be available
from the Tilt Stores and most accommodation
providers. A poster is attached for your
information. If you require further
information, please contact Peter on 07969
155 005. Sunday 18th July
2pm-5.30pm
Gardens Open - Auchleeks
Trinafour Kinloch Rannoch
Auchleeks is a classical Georgian house
with a large herbaceous walled garden in a
beautiful glen setting surrounded by hills
and mature trees. North of Blair Atholl turn
off A9 at Calvine. B847 towards Kinloch
Rannoch, 5 miles on right. Adults £4,
Children free Contact - Scotland's Garden
Scheme Telephone - 0131 226 3714 Email:info@sgsgardens.co.uk
Web
www.gardensofscotland.org
Sunday 18th July 8pm
Ceilidh in the Foyer
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Dance to the East Neuk ceilidh band
Scotch in a Box. £6.50 or £9.50 with Supper
Box Office Telephone - 01796 484626 Email:
boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk
Web
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Sunday 18th July (Varying
times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Monday 19th July Ages 5 to
8 - 11.00am to 12.30pm - Ages 9 to 12 -
1.30pm to 3.00pm
The Dragon's Cave, hiper - Highland
Perthshire Youth Arts Pitlochry Festival
Theatre,
Monsters, Myths and LegendsFrom mythical
creatures to ancient heroes and evil
wizards, this Summer we have lots of
sessions designed for kids who want to have
a monstrously good time. Price:
£3 • Help create the fiercest dragon ever
seen in Perthshire and make your very own
fire breathing beast in this crafty arts
session. BOOK NOW
Tel:Box Office: 01796 484
626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Monday
19th July 1pm - 4pm
Country Sports Experience
Dunkeld Park Activities Hilton Dunkeld House, Dunkeld & BASC
Scottish Centre in Trochry
Unique half-day taster sessions for anyone interested in
trying deer stalking or shooting. Learn from experts in a
safe and friendly environment. Gain an appreciation of
Scotland’s country sports and enjoy professional practical
instruction for rifle and shotgun (no live targets are used)
Advance booking essential. £50 per person for each
`Experience` `The Stalking Experience ` T: 01350 723 226
BASC Scottish Centre in Trochry. `The Shooting Experience`
T: 01350 728 370 Dunkeld Park Activites, Dunkeld
www.countrysportscotland.com Funded by the European
Regional Development Fund.
Monday 19th July (Varying
times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Monday 19th July
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
Monday 19th July (Varying
times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Tuesday 20th July (Varying
times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Tuesday 20th JulyAges 5 to
8 - 11.00am to 12.30pm - Ages 9 to 12 -
1.30pm to 3.00pm
Way Of The Warrior, hiper - Highland
Perthshire Youth Arts Pitlochry Festival
Theatre,
Monsters, Myths and Legends From mythical
creatures to ancient heroes and evil
wizards, this Summer we have lots of
sessions designed for kids who want to have
a monstrously good time. Price:
£3 • Have you got what it takes to be a
great warrior? Find out in this active
session full of fun and games. BOOK NOW
Tel: Box Office: 01796 484
626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Tuesday 20th July
10.30am-12noon
Woodland Safari – Suitable for families with
5-12 year olds
Meet: Outside Killiecrankie Visitor Centre
Discover a secret Killiecrankie
woodland. This walk will take you off the
path, down slopes, under branches and over
logs. Charge: Children £2;
accompanying adults £1 Tel: 0844 4932192
www.nts.org.uk
Tuesday 20th July 2.00
- 3.30pm
EXPLORE GLEN FENDER MEADOW 2
Atholl Estates Ranger Service, Blair Atholl
A glorious meadow with wild flowers,
butterflies and bumblebees. Come and see
what we can find today, there will be
different things out and about now from the
event on 6 July. May be rough and wet
underfoot. Follow signs from opposite
Tilt Hotel in Blair Atholl Cost: £2
Telephone 01796 481355
pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Wednesday 21st July Ages 5
to 8 - 11.00am to 12.30pm - Ages 9 to 12 -
1.30pm to 3.00pm
The Mystic's Path, hiper - Highland
Perthshire Youth Arts Pitlochry Festival
Theatre,
Monsters, Myths and LegendsFrom mythical
creatures to ancient heroes and evil
wizards, this Summer we have lots of
sessions designed for kids who want to have
a monstrously good time. Price:
£3 • Follow the path of the ancients and
discover the secrets of the standing stones
in this mythical treasure hunt. BOOK NOW
Tel:Box Office: 01796 484
626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Wednesdays 21st July and
4th & 18th August: 1.30pm
Hillside safari
Meet: 1.30pm Ben Lawers NNR car park.
Experience some of the varied plant and
animal life on the lower slopes of this
famous reserve where pioneering conservation
work is restoring threatened plant
communities to the hill. Duration: 2½ hours.
Cost: adults £5, children £2. Bring: Walking
boots, warm, waterproof and windproof
clothing. No need to book. For further info
telephone 0844 4932 13.
Wednesday 21st July 2.00pm
The Battle of Killiecrankie –
Meet: Outside Killiecrankie Visitor Centre
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. Charge: Adults £3; Children £2
Tel: 0844 4932192
www.nts.org.uk
Wednesday 21st July 7.30pm
CANCELLED (due to
bad weather)
See 28th July and 4th August
TOURISM ASSOCIATION GALA NIGHTS
Memorial Park, Blair Atholl
Blair Atholl Area Tourism Association will
once again be using the to hold its
very popular Annual Gala and Family Fun
Nights. Proceedings will once again be
opened with a march-on by our own award
winning Pitlochry & Blair Pipe Band.
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; Farm Animals; and
vintage vehicles. Bouncy Castle (Fee -Public
Liability Insurance Costs)
Competitions:- Football Competition; Target
Golf; Ranger Service Fun Competition; Pet
Competition; Ferret Forecast Competition;
Name The Tartans and a Raffle
Demonstrations of:- Sheep Shearing; Horse
Gymnastics: Horse Logging; Spinning: 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.
Entry £4 Ad £1 school children under 5s are
free.
For Bookings in respect of Car Boot Sale and
Stalls - Contact Lin on 01796 481 269.
Association Secretary :- Avril - 01796 483
339
Thursday 22nd July
Ages 5 to 8 - 11.00am to 12.30pm - Ages 9 to
12 - 1.30pm to 3.00pm
Viking Adventure, hiper - Highland
Perthshire Youth Arts Pitlochry Festival
Theatre,
Monsters, Myths and LegendsFrom mythical
creatures to ancient heroes and evil
wizards, this Summer we have lots of
sessions designed for kids who want to have
a monstrously good time. Price:
£3 • Become a Viking and set off on an epic
quest, battling beasts and sorcerers.
Complete the challenges to win the Sacred
Rune stone! BOOK NOW
Tel:Box Office: 01796 484
626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Tuesday 22nd July (Varying
times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Thursday 22nd July 10.30am - 12.00 midday
MAGIC SPELL AND BROOMSTICK WORKSHOP
Atholl Estates Ranger Service, Blair
Atholl
Practice spells in the woods and make a
broomstick to take home. Meet at
Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair
Atholl Cost: £2 per child
telephone 01796 481355
pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Thursdays 8pm -
11pm
Och Aye McKay every Thursday
Mckays Bar & Reataurant, Atholl Road
Pitlochry
- a great mix of Scottish entertainment. Drew Scott entertains while
Lisa & Fiona on fiddle and accordion will
teach you to Ceilidh dance! Hopefully one of
tthe local pipe band will pop in too. A
great night for all and it’s free entry.
Test your knowledge with the famous Och Aye
McKay Quiz and take home a fantastic
(remember you’re in Scotland) prize!! Join
in from anytime between 7pm & 10pm for some
Scottish fun. Tel:
01796473888 . Email: info@mckayshotel.co.uk
www.mckayshotel.co.uk
Friday 23rd July Ages 5 to
8 - 11.00am to 12.30pm - Ages 9 to 12 -
1.30pm to 3.00pm
Sorcerers' Secrets, hiper - Highland
Perthshire Youth Arts Pitlochry Festival
Theatre,
Monsters, Myths and LegendsFrom mythical
creatures to ancient heroes and evil
wizards, this Summer we have lots of
sessions designed for kids who want to have
a monstrously good time. Price:
£3 • Sorcerers' spells and defeating demons
make up the day with puzzles and games to
play, create and take away. BOOK NOW
Tel:Box Office: 01796 484
626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Friday 23rd July
8-11pm
Andrew Gordon
McKays Music Bar, Atholl Rd. Pitlochry
Andrew has been singing solos since 1999.
Since then Andrew has played in The US,
Canada, Germany and The Netherlands and also
all over Scotland. A firm favourite in
McKays. Check out andrewgordon.co.uk Tel:
01796473888 . Email: info@mckayshotel.co.uk
www.mckayshotel.co.uk
Saturday 24th July Ages 5
to 8 - 11.00am to 12.30pm - Ages 9 to 12 -
1.30pm to 3.00pm
Giants And Goblins, hiper -
Highland Perthshire Youth Arts Pitlochry
Festival Theatre,
Monsters, Myths and LegendsFrom mythical
creatures to ancient heroes and evil
wizards, this Summer we have lots of
sessions designed for kids who want to have
a monstrously good time. Price:
£3 • Have fun with Goblins and Giants as you
play familiar games with an epic twist. BOOK
NOW
Tel:Box Office: 01796 484
626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Saturday 24th July 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 24th July 8-11pm
Loch Tay Steamers
McKays Bar & Restaurant, Atholl Rd Pitlochry
Tel: 01796473888 . Email: info@mckayshotel.co.uk
www.mckayshotel.co.uk
Sataurday24th July 9pm
The Bevvy Sisters
Birnam Arts Centre, Birnam by Dunkeld
The Bevvy Sisters, who won acclaim far
and wide when they appeared at Celtic
Connections 2010... They create “harmonies
heard when men had shooters under their
suits and women on their arms – radio chic
era, now retro cool. Heather Macleod,
Lindsey Black and Kaela Rowan are
reinventing the genre and covering all exits
- Barbershop, Country, Jazz, Pop, Blues and
torch songs, even jingles - in chromed
vocals over lunge bar bass, drums and
guitar.” The Scotsman
“the silkiest, sultriest, sauciest harmonies
ever likely to caress your ears.” Sue Wilson
What more can we say? Get your tickets while
you can! Tickets: £10 / £8
Tel Box office 01350 727674
www.birnamarts.com
Sunday 25th July Ages 5 to
8 - 11.00am to 12.30pm - Ages 9 to 12 -
1.30pm to 3.00pm
Frankenstein And The Seven Dwarves!
hiper - Highland Perthshire Youth Arts
Pitlochry Festival Theatre,
Monsters, Myths and LegendsFrom mythical
creatures to ancient heroes and evil
wizards, this Summer we have lots of
sessions designed for kids who want to have
a monstrously good time. Price:
£3 • Mix and match your favourite tales or
invent new ones - then create your own
storybooks to take home.
Tel:Box Office: 01796 484
626
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Sunday 25th July (Varying
times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Sunday 25th July 8pm
West Coast! Beach Boys Tribute
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
A thrilling tribute to the 1960s West
Coast surf sound. Grab your shades, dust
down your surf board and hit the beach as
Good Vibrations mean you’ll have Fun Fun Fun
with the talented vocal exuberance of these
big concert performers! Tickets £22.50
Telephone - 01796 484626 Email:
boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk
Web
www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
Monday
26th July 1pm - 4pm
Country Sports Experience
Dunkeld Park Activities Hilton Dunkeld House, Dunkeld & BASC
Scottish Centre in Trochry
Unique half-day taster sessions for anyone interested in
trying deer stalking or shooting. Learn from experts in a
safe and friendly environment. Gain an appreciation of
Scotland’s country sports and enjoy professional practical
instruction for rifle and shotgun (no live targets are used)
Advance booking essential. £50 per person for each
`Experience` `The Stalking Experience ` T: 01350 723 226
BASC Scottish Centre in Trochry. `The Shooting Experience`
T: 01350 728 370 Dunkeld Park Activites, Dunkeld
www.countrysportscotland.com Funded by the European
Regional Development Fund.
Monday 26th July (Varying
times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Monday 26th July
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 27th July (Varying
times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Tuesdays 27th July and
10th & 24th August:
Close Encounters: a walk for children all
ages!
Meet: 10.30 am Ben Lawers NNR car park.
Enjoy a close look at some of the less
obvious animals and some of the plants that
live on the lower slopes of Ben Lawers.
Duration: 2 hours Cost: 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.
Wednesday 27th July 2.00 - 3.30pm
ROCKY TREASURE HUNT
Atholl Estates Ranger Service, Blair
Atholl
A family event searching for rocks and
treasure. Meet at Atholl Estates
Information Centre, Blair Atholl.
Cost: £2 per child telephone 01796
481355
pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Tuesday 27th July 8.30pm – 10.00pm
Family Dusk Walk – Suitable for families
with 5-12 year olds.
Meet: The Hermitage Lower Car Park Dunkeld
Experience the twilight zone and find out
about the creatures of the night. Charge:
Adults £3; Children £2 Tel: 0844 4932192
www.nts.org.uk
Wednesday 28th July 2.00pm
The Battle of Killiecrankie –
Meet: Outside Killiecrankie Visitor Centre
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. Charge: Adults £3; Children £2
Tel: 0844 4932192
www.nts.org.uk
Wednesday 28th July 7.30pm
Celtic Night at Blair Castle
Blair Castle, Blair Atholl
Pitlochry & Blair Atholl Pipe Band -
Celtic Music and Songs, Tunes from Scotland
Ireland, Brittany, Asturia & Galicia. Also
Highland Dancing. Adults £6.50, Children
£1.50 Lucky Programme Draw, Free Parking.
Thursday 29th July
(Varying times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Thursday 29th July 10.30am
– 12 noon
Mysterious Killiecrankie – Suitable
for families with 5-12 year olds.
Meet: Outside Killiecrankie Visitor Centre
Unravel the mysteries of Killiecrankie.
Who did what where? Charge: Children £2;
accompanying adults £1 Tel: 0844 4932192
www.nts.org.uk
Thursday 29th July 10.30am - 12.00 midday
WET AND WILD
Atholl Estates Ranger Service, Blair
Atholl
Discover the weird, watery world around
the river. Meet at Atholl Estates
Information Centre, Blair Atholl Cost:
£1 per child telephone 01796 481355
pf@atholl-estates.co.uk
www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
Thursday 29th July 7.30pm
TOURISM ASSOCIATION GALA NIGHTS
Memorial Park, Blair Atholl
Blair Atholl Area Tourism Association will
once again be using the to hold its
very popular Annual Gala and Family Fun
Nights. Proceedings will once again be
opened with a march-on by our own award
winning Pitlochry & Blair Pipe Band.
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; Farm Animals; and
vintage vehicles. Bouncy Castle (Fee -Public
Liability Insurance Costs)
Competitions:- Football Competition; Target
Golf; Ranger Service Fun Competition; Pet
Competition; Ferret Forecast Competition;
Name The Tartans and a Raffle
Demonstrations of:- Sheep Shearing; Horse
Gymnastics: Horse Logging; Spinning: 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.
Entry £4 Ad £1 school children under 5s are
free.
For Bookings in respect of Car Boot Sale and
Stalls - Contact Lin on 01796 481 269.
Association Secretary :- Avril - 01796 483
339
Thursdays 8pm -
11pm
Och Aye McKay every Thursday
Mckays Bar & Reataurant, Atholl Road
Pitlochry
- a great mix of Scottish entertainment. Drew Scott entertains while
Lisa & Fiona on fiddle and accordion will
teach you to Ceilidh dance! Hopefully one of
tthe local pipe band will pop in too. A
great night for all and it’s free entry.
Test your knowledge with the famous Och Aye
McKay Quiz and take home a fantastic
(remember you’re in Scotland) prize!! Join
in from anytime between 7pm & 10pm for some
Scottish fun. Tel:
01796473888 . Email: info@mckayshotel.co.uk
www.mckayshotel.co.uk
Friday 30th July 8-11pm
Whistleblowers
McKays Music Bar, Atholl Road, Pitlochry
The Whistleblowers are a trio who play a
mixture of Scottish and Irish music with a
couple of contemporary tunes thrown in for
good measure!! From ballads to foot tappers,
The Whistleblowers go out of their way to
make you feel a part of the night Tel:
01796473888 . Email: info@mckayshotel.co.uk
www.mckayshotel.co.uk
Saturday 31st July
(Varying times)
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park &
Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
Explore the grounds of Blair Castle and
the surrounding landscape on a 90 minute
vintage tractor and trailer ride. Travelling
at a leisurely pace, you’ll visit parts of
the castle grounds many visitors never get
to see as you travel through farmland,
woodland and along the maze of estate
tracks. The tour offers many opportunities
to see the animals that live on the estate
including red deer, Highland ponies and
Highland cows. A real favourite with
children, this tour is a fun way to discover
more of the estate. Numbers are limited to
30 people per tour and advance booking is
recommended. Adults £5, Children (under 16)
£3 Telephone - 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Saturday 31st 8-11pm
Kat Liley & Kat Bruce
McKays bar & restaurant, Atholl Rd Pitlochry
Tel: 01796473888 . Email: info@mckayshotel.co.uk
www.mckayshotel.co.uk
Saturday 31st July until
Sunday 8th August 10am - 6pm
Fortingall Art Exhibition
Monteno Hall, Fortingall. 8 miles West of
Aberfeldy,
off B846 Perth & Kinross PH15 2LL
A selection of paintings, photography,
engraving, pottery, sculpture & jewellery
will be on display by local artists.
Admission is FREE'. For further details phone Gill
Evans 01887 830874.
Saturday 31s July
Exhibition of Old Photos & Maps.
Fearnan Hall, Fearnan
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