July Events

Pitlochry Festival Theatre see website for details. www.pitlochry.org.uk
A selection of 5 plays including;
Whisky Galore - A Musical! (World Premiere) adapted from Compton Mackenzie's novel
What Every Woman Knows by J.M. Barrie (A subversive Edwardian comedy)
Good Things by Liz Lochhead (A modern romantic comedy)
The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie adapted by Jay Presson Allan (A classic tale of schooldays & scandal)
The Servant o' Twa Maisters by Victor Cairn ( A riotous Scots language comedy)
Tel: Box Office: 01796 484 626 www.pitlochry.org.uk

Music at McKays Atholl Road Pitlochry.
Every Monday 2-5pm & 8.30pm - 11pm - Live Session
Sarah MacFaddyan, Sandy Wright Joey Sanderson/Session music. Live @ McKays, consistantly bringing together some of the most talented musicians in Scotland, we wish to encourage all local musicians to come and enjoy, learn new tunes and join in with old favourites, must be 18 yrs or over for entry into evening sessions. Free Entry Tel 01796 473888
Every Tuesday 2-5pm - Live Session Free Entry Tel 01796 473888
Every Wednesday 2-5pm & 9pm - 12midnight - Live Session Free Entry Tel 01796 473888
Every Thursday Scottish Night
Every Friday/Saturday - Scottish/ Irish music

July
Sundowner Safari
Highland Safaris, The Safari Lodge, Aberfeldy, Perthshire. PH15 2JQ
Climb aboard your Safari Land Rover and experience the tranquility of our hills & glens at dusk - an unforgettable wildlife watching opportunity. Watch the sunset whilst you enjoy a glass of wine at 2500 feet. For bookings and details contact Highland Safaris on 01887 820071
Email: info@highlandsafaris.net www.highlandsafaris.net

June and July
Dunkeld Banner Project - Exhibition
Birnam Arts Centre, Birnam
To celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Telford Bridge. The New School Butterstone, The Corbenic Community and the Royal School of Dunkeld took part in a banner project. The display of the 25 Banners representing a timeline of historical events with a local interest was one of the highlights of the anniversary weekend in Mark. View the Banners free, at the Birnam Arts centre.
Tel 01350 727674 www.birnamarts.com

Monday 29th June - 5th July
Kenmore Festival:
Kenmore
Welcome to the first Kenmore Festival. This is a local initiative to give visitors and locals alike a special time in this area. Programme of events Include Escorted Walks - all standards, Kenmore Highland Games, Quiz Night, Treasure Hunt, Walk with Talk, Iron Age Games - Fun for all, Local Food Festival, Evening of Scottish Music, Highland Night - Music and Food Running all week, Kenmore Church - Flowers Breadalbane Reading Room - Photographic Exhibition. Also.. Special Offers, Treks and Rides, Golf, Highland Safaris and “Gold Panning”, Gifts and Things!
Event Programme of the Week
Monday - Short escorted walk - 4 miles Kenmore, Queen’s Drive, Acharn Falls. The first road section is quite steep. Assemble outside Kenmore Hotel at 10.00am.
Tuesday - Scottish Quiz Night, Waterfront Bar, Kenmore Club Start 8.00pm All Welcome.
Wednesday - Medium escorted walk - 8 miles each way - The Riverside Walk from Kenmore to Aberfeldy - no hills! Lunch establishments along the way. Assemble: Kenmore Hotel 10.00am. Kenmore Highland Games, Start time to be advised
Thursday - Waterfront Restaurant, Kenmore Club Night of Scottish Music and Food Pre-Book only Tel: 01887 830 829.
Friday - Long escorted walk - Ptarmigan Ridge including 5 Munros - advanced walkers only. Bring good footwear, pack with all weather clothes, food, mobile phone, money for bus. OS Landranger 51 map or better. Booking Required. Contact details to follow. Assemble: Kenmore Hotel. 9.00am prompt
Saturday - 10-12am Guided Walk with Dr Nicholas Dixon “Loch Tay Wrecks and Residents” Dalerb Forestry Picnic Sight to Kenmore or The Scottish Crannog Centre. 2.00pm.
Clan Challenge: “Iron Age Games and Gore“. Awards Ceremony and Celtic BBQ at 6.00pm Pre-Booking Essential for both Walk and Games: Tel:01887 830583 email: info@crannog.co.uk
Kenmore Hotel, Boar’s Head Bar, Night of Scottish Music 8.00pm
Saturday & The Courtyard - Festival of Local Foods with demonstrations and samples Sunday Treasure Hunt with 20% discount in shop after completion.
Special Offers
Golf - Mains of Taymouth - “Two for One” and free for Under 18s. Tel: 01887 830226. Email: info@taymouth.co.uk Taymouth Castle Course - Collect a voucher from the Pro Shop after this week’s round and have a free round in October. To Book Tel: 01887 830 228
Riding - Mains of Taymouth Stables - Treks and Hacks “Two for One” Tel: 01887 830226. Email: info@taymouth.co.uk .
Enerfoil Gift Shop 10% discount on shop items. Description of location required
Enerfoil Magnum Ltd, Karelia House, Kenmore Road, Comrie Bridge, Aberfeldy, Perthshire, PH15 2LS Tel: 01887 822999
Email: gemma@enerfoil.com www.perthshireshowroom.co.uk
Food - The Courtyard - “Two for One” starter or dessert, minimum two courses - lunch only Restaurant Free bottle of house wine on table of four for either lunch or dinner.
Wild Life - Highland Safaris - 10% off Highland Safaris and “Two for One” Gold Panning
Highland Safaris, Safari Lodge , Aberfeldy , Perthshire , PH15 2JQ Tel/fax 01887 820071
www.highlandsafaris.net

May 23rd - July 6th
EXHIBITION - URBAN ART COMES TO THE HIGHLANDS...
The Aberfeldy Watermill Gallery/Bookshop
The exhibition is entitled FOURTH ELEMENT and provides a rare opportunity to see and buy some of the most challenging and striking work being produced by today’s leading Urban Artists. It will feature pieces by Banksy, Blek le Rat, Dolk, Eelus and Elph among others…
Want a brochure? Get in touch on 01887 822 896 or gallery@aberfeldywatermill.com or download from www.aberfeldywatermill.com/gallery

Wednesday 1st July 10am -12 noon
Treemendous trees
Faskally car park
What's the Forestry Commission up to? Learn the facts on a variety of topics - recreation, conservation and planning the forests of tomorrow today Adults: £3, children £1 For events information contact 07801 827986. No booking required

Wednesday 1st July 10am-12noon
Heather, Hills & Hamish
Blair Castle Trekking Centre Blair Atholl
Take a trek on the Atholl Ponies following old drover tracks. Spot wildlife and chat with Hamish an Estate Ghillie. Booking Essential. Treks take place on 15, 22, and 29 April; 6, 13, 20 and 27 May; 3, 10, 17 and 24 June; 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 July; and 5, 12 and 19 August. Admission - £39 Victoria Bogan Telephone - 01796 481568 Email: vicki@blaircastletrekking.co.uk
Web www.blaircastletrekking.co.uk

Wednesday 1st July 1.30pm
Hillside Safari
Ben Lawers NNR
Experience some of the varied plant and animal life on the lower slopes of this famous reserve. 2 1/2hrs walk. Adults £5 Children £2 Bring walking boots, warm, waterproof and windproof clothing. meet Ben lawers Car park Tel: 0844 4932 136

Wednesday 1st July 2pm - 4pm
The Parish of Dunkeld Handbell Ringers - Dunkeld Handbell Harmony
Dunkeld Cathedral.
All are welcome to come and listen for a while. Heather McLean and Margaret Davidson perform solo ringing. This is most intriguing to watch and lovely to hear. Occasionally, they will be joined by other members of the group for small ensemble ringing. A freewill collection towards the Cathedral and the Handbell Group. The TIC in Dunkeld is informed on the few occasions when there will be no ringing. Please check beforehand if travelling a distance. Tel: 01350 727688

Wednesday 1st July 2-5pm - 9pm-midnight
Live Session - Music at McKays
McKays Atholl Road Pitlochry
Alisdair White sessions/Session music Free Entry Tel 01796 473888

1 Jul - 27 Sep 2pm-4.30pm
Atholl Estates - Explore the Hidden Glens by Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the Estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Booking Essential. Tours take place on 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26 and 29 July; 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23 and 26 August; and 6, 13, 20 and 27 September. Adults £25, Children £15
Tel 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Wednesday 1st July 2009 6pm-9.30pm
Kenmore Highland Games
Kenmore Sports Field Kenmore
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 events for adults and children.
Admission - Adults £5, Children free Contact - Sarah Kelly Telephone - 01887 830227
Email: aberfeldy@visitscotland.com

Wednesday 1st July 7.30pm
Midsummer Concert "A Sky full of Voices"
Tenadry Kirk Killiecrankie.
A rare evening of music and poetry with the poet Kenneth Steven of Dunkeld and the musician Pete Clark of Inver will present readings adn inspired fiddle playing. Admission £7.50 at the door includes wine and refreshments afterwards - wander 500yds behind a piper to Coille Bhrochain for your refreshments. to reserve a place call Mandi Lewis 01796 47325 or Caroline and Julian Haviland 01882 634329 park at the Garry Bridge from where there will be a free shuttle bus up the hill.

Wednesday 1st July 8pm
A Funny Valentine
Birnam Arts Centre, Birnam Dunkeld.
A Funny Valentine, featuring Mike Maran, With Colin Steele on trumpet and Robert Pettigrew on piano. Writer and narrator Mike Maran has a wonderful knack of storytelling that brings this story about the life of jazz musician, Chet Baker, to life, and you don’t even need to be a jazz aficionado to enjoy it! A cleverly woven story, with music aplenty, this show has been getting rave reviews. Tickets: £10 / £8 Tel. 01350 727674 www.birnamarts.com

Wednesday 1st July 8pm - 11pm
Pine Marten Evening
Loch of the Lowes Visitor Centre (A923 2mls from Dunkeld)
“Join us as we look out for these elusive creatures from inside the visitor centre”. £10 for non-members, £8 for SWT members and £5 for children. Not suitable for children under 8 years old. Prices include tea and coffee. Booking is essential. Contact the Visitor Centre on 01350727337 or lochofthelowes@swt.org.uk

Thursday 2nd July 10.30am – 12.00 midday
Bug World
Atholl Estates Information Centre
We look for bugs and beasties. Children £1 Tel: 01796 481355 www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk

Thursdays at 8 pm
THIS IS SCOTLAND ... and You're Welcome To It! FIFTH FABULOUS YEAR!
CASTLE MENZIES by Aberfeldy
an evening of Highland Perthshire Music & Comedy with ALAN BROWN
before a log fire in the original 16th Century KITCHEN of CASTLE MENZIES by Aberfeldy
Admission £6 - Licensed Bar Info (01887) 820982 or www.broonsreel.com

Thursday 2nd July 9pm - 11pm
Swing of the Kilts Scottish variety show/dance
Fishers Hotel, Atholl Rd, Pitlochry
Accordionist and compere Tommy Newcomen, with singers, dancers and musicians. A full show with general dancing. Free admission Tel 01796 472000 e.mail tommynewcomen@hotmail.com

Friday 3rd July 12noon
Behind Closed Doors (Blair Castle Attics)
Blair Castle Blair Atholl
A special interest tour of the attics of Blair Castle. This 90 minute tour starts at 12noon. Please note that this tour involves many flights of spiral stairs and is only suitable for the fully able. Spaces are very limited, so booking is essential by contacting the castle on 01796 481207. Tours take place on 4, 11, 18 and 25 April; 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 May; 6, 13, 20 and 27 June; 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 July; and 7, 14 and 21 August. Admission - £11 per person Tel: Tel 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Friday 3rd July 7.30pm-10pm
Atholl Estates - Dusk Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Booking Essential. Tours take place on 29 June; 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 and 31 July; and 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21 and 24 August. Adults £25, Children £15 Tel 01796 481207 Email:
rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Saturday 4th July
Strathtay Ramblers: Badandum Hill from Glen Isla. 9 miles.
9 miles Tracks over Cuingard to summit, then NE to Craig \Lair and WSW to Fergus before following the River Isla back to start. Meet at Strulach carpark (behind Girvans Aberfeldy) at 9.30am or 10.45am at Bridge of Forter carpark. Leader Alex Ferguson 01796 470507 No dogs please.

Saturday 4th July From 10am
Celebrating Kenmore Festival Week
Scottish Crannog Centre Kenmore
Ancient wrecks & residents of Loch Tay Guided Walk (10am-12noon) - Find out what secrets lie above and below the waters of Loch Tay. Easy grade walk. Booking required. Celtic Clan Challenge: Games and Gore - Test your skills, stamina and teamwork in these games inspired by Iron Age lifestyle. For families, friends, and clan groups. Great prizes! Awards ceremony, and BBQ from 6pm. Book early! Admission tbc Tel - 01887 830583
Email: info@crannog.co.uk Web www.crannog.co.uk

Saturday 4th July 10am - 12noon
Coffee Morning in aid of C.H.A.S
The Tryst Pitlochry
Tickers £1.50 Raffle and usual stalls.

Sunday 5th July 12.00 – 4.00pm
Water Vole Day
Atholl Estates Information Centre - Blair Atholl
Find out about these rare mammals & how to help them with the Cairngorms Water Vole Officer
Price: free Tel: 01796 481355 www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk

Sunday 5th July
Open Afternoon
Dunolly Adventure Outdoors
on which is free to all to come along and have a go at the Climbing Wall or the Douglas Fir Tree, bring the children and they can enjoy having a bounce on all three of our large Castles and maybe get their faces painted. The Oak Leaf Cafe will be open for refreshments at very reasonable rates.

Dunolly Adventure Outdoors Dunolly House Taybridge Drive Aberfeldy PH15 2BP
Tel 01887 820298 Email info@dunollyadventures.co.uk www.dunollyadventures.co.uk

5 Jul - 13 Aug 2pm-3.30pm
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park & Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
All the family can enjoy a tractor and trailer tour through the historic landscape of Blair Castle and surrounding farmland. The tour will run on 5, 6, 9, 12, 13, 16, 19, 20, 23, 26, 27 and 30 July; and 2, 3, 6, 9, 10 and 13 August. Adults £5, Children (under 16) £3, Children under 3 free and Family Ticket (2+2) £15 Tel- 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Sunday 5th July 2pm-4.30pm
Atholl Estates - Explore the Hidden Glens by Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the Estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Booking Essential. Tours take place on 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26 and 29 July; 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23 and 26 August; and 6, 13, 20 and 27 September. Adults £25, Children £15
Tel 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Sunday 5th July 8.00pm
Donnie Munro
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
The former member of Runrig has created a moving musical landscape with powerful arrangements and tunes in a concept piece called An Turas. Together with his stellar band they will perform this epic piece which celebrates the achievements of the Scottish diaspora – particularly apt in the Year of Homecoming! Tickets £18.50 Tel Box Office 01796 484626 E/Mail boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk Web www.pitlochry.org.uk

Monday 6th July 2pm-3.30pm
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park & Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
All the family can enjoy a tractor and trailer tour through the historic landscape of Blair Castle and surrounding farmland. The tour will run on 5, 6, 9, 12, 13, 16, 19, 20, 23, 26, 27 and 30 July; and 2, 3, 6, 9, 10 and 13 August. Adults £5, Children (under 16) £3, Children under 3 free and Family Ticket (2+2) £15 Tel- 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Monday 6th July 7.30pm
An Evening of Gud Crack:
Blair Atholl Distillery. Pitlochry.
storytelling and song with Jess Smith, Essie Stewart, Claire Hewitt and Guests.

Monday 6th July 7.45pm gates open 7pm
Highland Nights
Recreation Ground Pitlochry
(Robert Wiseman Dairies Vale of Atholl Pipe band). Follow the parade from Fishers Hotel at 7.30p, to the Recreation Ground. Highland and Scottish dancing, songs and music. Venue - Drive into recreation ground, watch from your car or from the terracing. If wet, venue - Pitlochry Town Hall, Adults £5, Concessions £4. Children free.
Tel: - G McNab 0773 315 2223 e.mail gmcnab00@aol.com Web www.highlandnight.com

Monday 6th July 7.30pm-10pm
Atholl Estates - Dusk Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Booking Essential. Tours take place on 29 June; 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 and 31 July; and 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21 and 24 August. Adults £25, Children £15 Tel 01796 481207 Email:
rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Tuesday 7th July 7.30am-10am
Atholl Estates - Dawn Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the Estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Tours take place on 30 June; 7, 14, 21 and 28 July; and 4, 11, 18 and 25 August.
Adults £25, Children £15 Tel 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk

Tuesday 7th July 10.30am (2hrs)
Close Encounter - a childrens walk
Ben Lawers NNR
Meet some of the animals and plants that live on Ben Lawers. Adults £2 Children £5 (Adults must be accompanied by a child and vice versa) Bring Wellies and waterproofs. Meet 10.30am Ben Lawers car park Book by Telphoning 0844 4932 136

Tuesday 7th July 10.30am – 12noon
Rock Detectives– Suitable for children aged 5-12 years.
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 5 miles North of Pitlochry. Tel 0844 493 2192 www.nts.org.uk

Tuesday 7th July 8pm - 11pm
The Gaelic Society present a Ceilidh Night,
Moness House Hotel & Country Club, Crieff Road, Aberfeldy,
Enjoy an evening of traditional Scottish entertainment with Pipers - Accordionists - Dancers - Vocalists - Guest Artistes. Admission £5.00, payable at door, concessions for children.
All proceeds to The Gaelic Society. Tel. 01887 822100.

Tuesday 7th July 9pm - 11pm
Cabaret Duo
Fishers Hotel, Atholl Road, Pitlochry
Cabaret Duo playing a diverse amount of modern songs. Free admission - Tel: 01796 472000

Wednesday 8 July
The Clans tour & live performances of The Stewarts by Historic Scotland
Blair Castle - Atholl Estates, Blair Atholl
Spend a day discovering your roots at Blair Castle. Join a special tour that explores the historic association of Clan Murray, Clan Stewart, Clan Robertson and Clan Ferguson with the castle. Visit our Clans display in the Banvie Hall and sign in our special visitor’s book to record your visit to the home of your ancestors in the year of Homecoming. There will also be live costumed performances of The Stewarts by Historic Scotland throughout the day. Adults attending the tour will receive a free miniature of Bell’s whisky courtesy of the Blair Athol Distillery in Pitlochry. Tour starts at 11.30am. There will be a performance of The Stewarts at 2pm.
Tickets: £11. Numbers limited to 25 people per tour and advance booking on 01796 481207 recommended Tel 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Wednesday 8th July 10am-12noon
Heather, Hills & Hamish
Blair Castle Trekking Centre Blair Atholl
Take a trek on the Atholl Ponies following old drover tracks. Spot wildlife and chat with Hamish an Estate Ghillie. Booking Essential. Treks take place on 15, 22, and 29 April; 6, 13, 20 and 27 May; 3, 10, 17 and 24 June; 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 July; and 5, 12 and 19 August. Admission - £39 Victoria Bogan Telephone - 01796 481568 Email: vicki@blaircastletrekking.co.uk
Web www.blaircastletrekking.co.uk

Wednesday 8th July 1.30pm
Hillside Safari
Ben Lawers NNR
Experience some of the varied plant and animal life on the lower slopes of this famous reserve. 2 1/2hrs walk. Adults £5 Children £2 Bring walking boots, warm, waterproof and windproof clothing. meet Ben lawers Car park Tel: 0844 4932 136

Wednesday 8th July 2.00pm
The Battle of Killiecrankie
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. Adults £3; Children £2. 5 miles North of Pitlochry. Tel 0844 493 2192 www.nts.org.uk

Wednesday 8th July 2pm - 4pm
The Parish of Dunkeld Handbell Ringers - Dunkeld Handbell Harmony
Dunkeld Cathedral.
All are welcome to come and listen for a while. Heather McLean and Margaret Davidson perform solo ringing. This is most intriguing to watch and lovely to hear. Occasionally, they will be joined by other members of the group for small ensemble ringing. A freewill collection towards the Cathedral and the Handbell Group. The TIC in Dunkeld is informed on the few occasions when there will be no ringing. Please check beforehand if travelling a distance. Tel: 01350 727688

Wednesday 8th July 2pm-4.30pm
Atholl Estates - Explore the Hidden Glens by Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the Estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Booking Essential. Tours take place on 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26 and 29 July; 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23 and 26 August; and 6, 13, 20 and 27 September. Adults £25, Children £15
Tel 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Wednesday 8 July 7pm - 9pm
Summertime Tales
Weem Woodland car park
Step back in time and hear a tall tale or two in this old, old wood. Adults: £3, children £1 For events information contact 07801 827986. No booking required

Wednesday 8th July 8pm - 11pm
Pine Marten Evening
Loch of the Lowes Visitor Centre (A923 2mls from Dunkeld)
“Join us as we look out for these elusive creatures from inside the visitor centre”. £10 for non-members, £8 for SWT members and £5 for children. Not suitable for children under 8 years old. Prices include tea and coffee. Booking is essential. Contact the Visitor Centre on 01350727337 or lochofthelowes@swt.org.uk

Thursday 9 July 10am -1pm
Dunkeld Tramp
Craigvinean car park
Enjoy a long walk in the Perthshire Countryside. See mountains, trees and lochs with the ranger and hear stories of the wildlife that lives there. Bring your lunch. Adults: £3, children £1 For events information contact 07801 827986. No booking required

Thursday 9 th July 10.30am – 12.00 midday
Mini Mannals
Atholl Estate Rangers – meet Glen Tilt car park
Mini Mammals Discover the mini world of mice, voles, moles and more.
Children £1 Tel: 01796 481355 www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk

Thursday 9th July 2pm-3.30pm
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park & Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
All the family can enjoy a tractor and trailer tour through the historic landscape of Blair Castle and surrounding farmland. The tour will run on 5, 6, 9, 12, 13, 16, 19, 20, 23, 26, 27 and 30 July; and 2, 3, 6, 9, 10 and 13 August. Adults £5, Children (under 16) £3, Children under 3 free and Family Ticket (2+2) £15 Tel- 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Thursday 9th July 9pm - 11pm
Swing of the Kilts Scottish variety show/dance
Fishers Hotel, Atholl Rd, Pitlochry
Accordionist and compere Tommy Newcomen, with singers, dancers and musicians. A full show with general dancing. Free admission Tel 01796 472000 e.mail tommynewcomen@hotmail.com

Friday 10th July 12noon
Behind Closed Doors (Blair Castle Attics)
Blair Castle Blair Atholl
A special interest tour of the attics of Blair Castle. This 90 minute tour starts at 12noon. Please note that this tour involves many flights of spiral stairs and is only suitable for the fully able. Spaces are very limited, so booking is essential by contacting the castle on 01796 481207. Tours take place on 4, 11, 18 and 25 April; 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 May; 6, 13, 20 and 27 June; 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 July; and 7, 14 and 21 August. Admission - £11 per person Tel: Tel 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Friday 10th July 2pm
The Sandown Clowns
Pitlochry Town Hall
Fabulous All Laughter Show - Circus Party! Stilt Walking, Juggling, Balancing, Comedy Music car and much much more. Audience Participation - Loads of prizes. All Tickets on the Door only £3.00. www.sandowclowns.co.uk

Friday 10th July 2009 Drop in anytime between 2.00 – 4.00pm
Feeders and Homes
Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Make wildlife feeders and nestboxes Charge: Donations Tel: 01796 481355 www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk

Friday 10th July 7.30pm-10pm
Atholl Estates - Dusk Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Booking Essential. Tours take place on 29 June; 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 and 31 July; and 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21 and 24 August. Adults £25, Children £15 Tel 01796 481207 Email:
rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Saturday 11th July - 31 Aug
Highlands & Islands: In Pursuit of the Landscape - Zanna Wilson - Exhibition
The Watermill Gallery, Mill Street, Aberfeldy PH15 2BG
Zanna's second solo show, expressive paintings of the landscape much loved and often visited by the artist. Opening Times:10am - 5.30pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 5.30 Sun. Tel: 01887 822896 www.aberfeldywatermill.com

Saturday 11th July From 7am
The Artemis Great Kindrochit Quadrathlon
Loch Tay Kenmore
Scotland's toughest one day event encompassing a 1.35km swim across Loch Tay; a 24km run/walk over seven munros including the Lawers and Ptarmigan Ridges to Morenish; an 11km canoe; and a 54km cycle around Loch Tay. Slicing a melon in two with a sword will stop the clock. Admission - £210 per Quadrathlete Contact - Kindrochit House Telephone - 01567 820409
Email: david@eventsandactivities.co.uk Web www.eventsandactivities.co.uk

Saturday 11th July 7.30pm
Scottish Country Dancing
Pitlochry Town Hall Pitlochry
An evening of traditional dancing to some of Scotland's best bands - Marian Anderson.
Admission - Dancers £6.50, Spectators £2 Contact - June Templeman Telephone - 01796 473488
Email: jdat@topofthebox.freeserve.co.uk

Sunday 12th July 2pm-3.30pm
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park & Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
All the family can enjoy a tractor and trailer tour through the historic landscape of Blair Castle and surrounding farmland. The tour will run on 5, 6, 9, 12, 13, 16, 19, 20, 23, 26, 27 and 30 July; and 2, 3, 6, 9, 10 and 13 August. Adults £5, Children (under 16) £3, Children under 3 free and Family Ticket (2+2) £15 Tel- 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Sunday 12th July 2pm-4.30pm
Atholl Estates - Explore the Hidden Glens by Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the Estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Booking Essential. Tours take place on 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26 and 29 July; 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23 and 26 August; and 6, 13, 20 and 27 September. Adults £25, Children £15
Tel 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Monday 13th July 2pm-3.30pm
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park & Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
All the family can enjoy a tractor and trailer tour through the historic landscape of Blair Castle and surrounding farmland. The tour will run on 5, 6, 9, 12, 13, 16, 19, 20, 23, 26, 27 and 30 July; and 2, 3, 6, 9, 10 and 13 August. Adults £5, Children (under 16) £3, Children under 3 free and Family Ticket (2+2) £15 Tel- 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Monday 13th July 7.45pm gates open 7pm
Highland Nights
Recreation Ground Pitlochry
(Robert Wiseman Dairies Vale of Atholl Pipe band). Follow the parade from Fishers Hotel at 7.30p, to the Recreation Ground. Highland and Scottish dancing, songs and music. Venue - Drive into recreation ground, watch from your car or from the terracing. If wet, venue - Pitlochry Town Hall, Adults £5, Concessions £4. Children free.
Tel: - G McNab 0773 315 2223 e.mail gmcnab00@aol.com Web www.highlandnight.com

Monday 13th July 7.30pm-10pm
Atholl Estates - Dusk Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Booking Essential. Tours take place on 29 June; 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 and 31 July; and 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21 and 24 August. Adults £25, Children £15 Tel 01796 481207 Email:
rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Tuesday 14th July 7.30am-10am
Atholl Estates - Dawn Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the Estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Tours take place on 30 June; 7, 14, 21 and 28 July; and 4, 11, 18 and 25 August.
Adults £25, Children £15 Tel 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk

Tuesday 14th July 10.30am – 12noon
Brilliant Birds– Suitable for children aged 5-12 years.
Outside Killiecrankie Visitor Centre
Eggsperiments, activities and games all about our feathered friends. Children £2; accompanying adults £1 5 miles North of Pitlochry. Tel 0844 493 2192 www.nts.org.uk

Tuesday 14th July 10.30am (2hrs)
Close Encounter - a childrens walk
Ben Lawers NNR
Meet some of the animals and plants that live on Ben Lawers. Adults £2 Children £5 (Adults must be accompanied by a child and vice versa) Bring Wellies and waterproofs. Meet 10.30am Ben Lawers car park Book by Telphoning 0844 4932 136

Tuesday 14th & Wednesday 15th July 10.30am - 4.30pm
Drawing Skills with Hugh Scott Two Day Workshop, £88
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Let skilled artist and lecturer Hugh Scott D.A. guide you through the world of drawing. Over this weekend you’ll discover and improve your skills in both monochrome and colour drawing in various media. capacity: 20. Tel Box Office 01796 484626 E/Mail boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk Web www.pitlochry.org.uk

Tuesday 14th July 2009 : 2.00pm – 3.30pm
Treasure Hunt
Atholl Estate Rangers – meet Glen Tilt car park by Blair Atholl
A family event searching for clues and treasure Children £2 Tel: 01796 481355 www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk

Tuesday 14th July 8.00pm
I Miss Communism by Ines Worth & Mark Soper
Pitlochry Festival Theatre Foyer Event,
In this cracking comedy drama, East goes West and communism goes capitalism. From Croatia to America and back, it tells the story of three generations of women who lived through three wars. “It's what I was raised in, it's what I came to America to escape from, and it's what I ran back to”. Tickets £12.50 Tel Box Office 01796 484626 E/Mail boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk Web www.pitlochry.org.uk

Tuesday14th July 8pm - 11pm
The Gaelic Society present a Ceilidh Night,
Moness House Hotel & Country Club, Crieff Road, Aberfeldy,
Enjoy an evening of traditional Scottish entertainment with Pipers - Accordionists - Dancers - Vocalists - Guest Artistes. Admission £5.00, payable at door, concessions for children.
All proceeds to The Gaelic Society. Tel. 01887 822100.

Tuesday 14th July 9pm - 11pm
Cabaret Duo
Fishers Hotel, Atholl Road, Pitlochry
Cabaret Duo playing a diverse amount of modern songs. Free admission - Tel: 01796 472000

Wednesday 15th July 10am-12noon
Heather, Hills & Hamish
Blair Castle Trekking Centre Blair Atholl
Take a trek on the Atholl Ponies following old drover tracks. Spot wildlife and chat with Hamish an Estate Ghillie. Booking Essential. Treks take place on 15, 22, and 29 April; 6, 13, 20 and 27 May; 3, 10, 17 and 24 June; 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 July; and 5, 12 and 19 August. Admission - £39 Victoria Bogan Telephone - 01796 481568 Email: vicki@blaircastletrekking.co.uk
Web www.blaircastletrekking.co.uk

Wednesday 15th July 1.30pm
Hillside Safari
Ben Lawers NNR
Experience some of the varied plant and animal life on the lower slopes of this famous reserve. 2 1/2hrs walk. Adults £5 Children £2 Bring walking boots, warm, waterproof and windproof clothing. meet Ben lawers Car park Tel: 0844 4932 136

Wednesday 15th July 2.00pm
The Battle of Killiecrankie
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. Adults £3; Children £2. 5 miles North of Pitlochry. Tel 0844 493 2192 www.nts.org.uk

Wednesday 15th July 2pm - 4pm
The Parish of Dunkeld Handbell Ringers - Dunkeld Handbell Harmony
Dunkeld Cathedral.
All are welcome to come and listen for a while. Heather McLean and Margaret Davidson perform solo ringing. This is most intriguing to watch and lovely to hear. Occasionally, they will be joined by other members of the group for small ensemble ringing. A freewill collection towards the Cathedral and the Handbell Group. The TIC in Dunkeld is informed on the few occasions when there will be no ringing. Please check beforehand if travelling a distance. Tel: 01350 727688

Wednesday 15th July 2pm-4.30pm
Atholl Estates - Explore the Hidden Glens by Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the Estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Booking Essential. Tours take place on 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26 and 29 July; 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23 and 26 August; and 6, 13, 20 and 27 September. Adults £25, Children £15
Tel 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Wednesday, July 15th 7.30pm
Simply Burns - Musical revue
PitlochryTown Hall
£6.50 general admission £5.00 concessions £2 £2.00 children under 12 Tickets at:at the door or Wade's Newsagent, Aberfeldy Or call 07801 808913 to reserve web site: www.simplyburns.com
A celebration of the works of Scotlands renowned plowman poet , Simply Burns includes songs, poetry and prosesome familiar and some less sowritten by and inspired by Robert Burns. Its witty, entertaining, and engaging… who knew Burns could be so much fun?

Wednesday 15 July 7.30pm - 8.30pm
Tree Folklore
Weem Woodland car park
Step back in time and hear a tall tale or two in this old, old wood. Adults: £3, children £1 For events information contact 07801 827986. No booking required

Wednesday 15th July 7.30pm
Celtic Night At Blair Castle.
Castle Forecourt (weather permitting) - (Castle Ballroom if wet weather)
An evening of traditional Celtic entertainment from the Pitlochry Blair Atholl Pipe Band.
Adults £6.50 Children under 16 £1.50 No need to book just turn up on the day. Tel: Tel 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Wednesday 15th July 8.00pm
Fur Coat & Magic Knickers
Pitlochry Festival Theatre Foyer Event,
Following on from last years successful Sex & Chocolate, we bring you a brand new one-woman comedy from the talented MsFits. Make way for a compulsive shopper out of control, a Personal Shopper on the verge of a fashion crisis and a Mum who recycles recycled toilet paper…
Tickets £12.50 Tel Box Office 01796 484626 E/Mail boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk
Web www.pitlochry.org.uk

Wednesday 15th July 8pm - 11pm
Pine Marten Evening
Loch of the Lowes Visitor Centre (A923 2mls from Dunkeld)
“Join us as we look out for these elusive creatures from inside the visitor centre”. £10 for non-members, £8 for SWT members and £5 for children. Not suitable for children under 8 years old. Prices include tea and coffee. Booking is essential. Contact the Visitor Centre on 01350727337 or lochofthelowes@swt.org.uk

Thursday 16th July 2009 10.30am – 12.00midday
Wet and Wild Kids' event.
Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Discover the weird, watery world around the river: Children £1.00 Tel: 01796 481355 www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk

Thursday 16th July 2pm-3.30pm
Pocket Faskally
Faskally Car Park Pitlochry
A wee wood with a big history. The beginners guide to why trees are great.
Admission - Adults £3, Children £1 Contact - Forestry Commission Telephone - 01738 710399
Email: chris.ford@forestry.gsi.gov.uk Web www.forestry.gov.uk/recreation

Thursday 16th July 2pm-3.30pm
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park & Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
All the family can enjoy a tractor and trailer tour through the historic landscape of Blair Castle and surrounding farmland. The tour will run on 5, 6, 9, 12, 13, 16, 19, 20, 23, 26, 27 and 30 July; and 2, 3, 6, 9, 10 and 13 August. Adults £5, Children (under 16) £3, Children under 3 free and Family Ticket (2+2) £15 Tel- 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Thursday 16th July 9pm - 11pm
Swing of the Kilts Scottish variety show/dance
Fishers Hotel, Atholl Rd, Pitlochry
Accordionist and compere Tommy Newcomen, with singers, dancers and musicians. A full show with general dancing. Free admission Tel 01796 472000 e.mail tommynewcomen@hotmail.com

Friday 17th July 12noon
Behind Closed Doors (Blair Castle Attics)
Blair Castle Blair Atholl
A special interest tour of the attics of Blair Castle. This 90 minute tour starts at 12noon. Please note that this tour involves many flights of spiral stairs and is only suitable for the fully able. Spaces are very limited, so booking is essential by contacting the castle on 01796 481207. Tours take place on 4, 11, 18 and 25 April; 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 May; 6, 13, 20 and 27 June; 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 July; and 7, 14 and 21 August. Admission - £11 per person Tel: Tel 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Friday 17th July 7.30pm-10pm
Atholl Estates - Dusk Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Booking Essential. Tours take place on 29 June; 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 and 31 July; and 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21 and 24 August. Adults £25, Children £15 Tel 01796 481207 Email:
rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Saturday 18th July 10am - 2pm
Country Market
Mill of Logierait Farm beside the A827 just off the A9 at Ballinluig
Local produce, crafts, collectibles. Music, refreshments, free parking and toilet facilities.
For more info contact the project officer on 07958 531 980 or info@hpcp.co.uk

Saturday 18 July 11am - 1pm
Scots Wa Hae
Carie car park, Rannoch
Visit this ancient Scots Pine wood for a ramble among the pines of Rannoch. Adults: £3, children £1 For events information contact 07801 827986. No booking required

Saturday 18th July Age 5-8 11am - 12.30pm, Age 9-12 1.30 - 3pm
Highland Perthshire Youth Arts - Dinosaur Designs
Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
Enter hiper-time and who knows WHEN you could end up! From Dinosaur arts & crafts to Space Age adventures, these fun activities are designed for kids to have the time of their life!
• From Diplodocus to T Rex, you’ll be able to draw and make your very own dinosaurs in this crafty arts session Just £3.00 per session Tel 01796 484626 www.pitlochry.org.uk

Saturday 18th - 19th July 11am-4pm
Go Native! Ancient Crafts & Technology Fair
Scottish Crannog Centre Kenmore
Demonstrations of ancient skills including hide-tanning, flint-knapping, leather-working, wood-working, metal-working, fibre-working and more! Crafts and replicas for sale. Booking Essential.
Admission tbc Tel - 01887 830583 Email: info@crannog.co.uk Web www.crannog.co.uk

Saturday 19th July
Strathtay Ramblers: Limestone Pavements & Loch Con. 6.5 miles.
North up military road to moorland track passing limestone pavements, over Meall Dail-Chealach to Loch Con, returning along Allt Con, Loch Errochty, over Dam and through forest to Trinafour. Meet at Strulach carpark (behind Girvans) 9.30am, or Trinafour (entrance to dam road) at 10.am. Leader Bill Bruce 07834787445 No dogs please.

Sunday 19th July Age 5-8 11am - 12.30pm, Age 9-12 1.30 - 3pm
Highland Perthshire Youth Arts - Crazy Cavemen
Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
Enter hiper-time and who knows WHEN you could end up! From Dinosaur arts & crafts to Space Age adventures, these fun activities are designed for kids to have the time of their life!
• This is your chance to act like a caveman in this silly Stone Age session full of fun and games.
Just £3.00 per session Tel 01796 484626 www.pitlochry.org.uk

Saturday 19th July 12.30 - 4.30pm
Highland Perthshire NFU Tractor Road Run:
charity run from Aberfeldy to Tuliemet and return. 12.3011am-4.30pm approx.
Start point is WB Grieve Groundworks yard in Aberfeldy at 11am. Tractors will cross Wades Bridge and head down the Strathtay side of the river turning left at Logierait to Dunfallandy arriving in Pitlochry at the Recreatrion ground for lunch at aprox 12.30. The route then takes in Moulin, Edradour, Donavourd and East Haugh before climbing up into Tulliemet.
After descending trough Balhalan to Allium Garden centre back to Logierait, the Tully Pub and back to aberfeldy for a Hog Roast about 4.30pm

Sunday 19th 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
Telephone - 0131 226 3714 Email: info@sgsgardens.co.uk Web www.gardensofscotland.org

Sunday 19th July 2pm-3.30pm
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park & Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
All the family can enjoy a tractor and trailer tour through the historic landscape of Blair Castle and surrounding farmland. The tour will run on 5, 6, 9, 12, 13, 16, 19, 20, 23, 26, 27 and 30 July; and 2, 3, 6, 9, 10 and 13 August. Adults £5, Children (under 16) £3, Children under 3 free and Family Ticket (2+2) £15 Tel- 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Sunday 19th July 2pm-4.30pm
Atholl Estates - Explore the Hidden Glens by Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the Estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Booking Essential. Tours take place on 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26 and 29 July; 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23 and 26 August; and 6, 13, 20 and 27 September. Adults £25, Children £15
Tel 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Sunday 19th July 8.00pm
Ceilidh
Pitlochry Festival Theatre Foyer Event,
Dance to the ever popular East Neuk ceilidh band Scotch In A Box. Tickets £6.50 or £9.50 with supper. Tel Box Office 01796 484626 E/Mail boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk
Web www.pitlochry.org.uk

Monday 20th July 2pm-3.30pm
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park & Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
All the family can enjoy a tractor and trailer tour through the historic landscape of Blair Castle and surrounding farmland. The tour will run on 5, 6, 9, 12, 13, 16, 19, 20, 23, 26, 27 and 30 July; and 2, 3, 6, 9, 10 and 13 August. Adults £5, Children (under 16) £3, Children under 3 free and Family Ticket (2+2) £15 Tel- 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Monday 20th July Age 5-8 11am - 12.30pm, Age 9-12 1.30 - 3pm
Highland Perthshire Youth Arts -Time Travel Trail
Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
Enter hiper-time and who knows WHEN you could end up! From Dinosaur arts & crafts to Space Age adventures, these fun activities are designed for kids to have the time of their life!
• Follow the time trail to solve the mystery of the Ages in this time travelling treasure hunt
Just £3.00 per session Tel 01796 484626 www.pitlochry.org.uk

Monday 20th July 7.45pm gates open 7pm
Highland Nights
Recreation Ground Pitlochry
(Robert Wiseman Dairies Vale of Atholl Pipe band). Follow the parade from Fishers Hotel at 7.30p, to the Recreation Ground. Highland and Scottish dancing, songs and music. Venue - Drive into recreation ground, watch from your car or from the terracing. If wet, venue - Pitlochry Town Hall, Adults £5, Concessions £4. Children free.
Tel: - G McNab 0773 315 2223 e.mail gmcnab00@aol.com Web www.highlandnight.com

Monday 20th July 7.30pm-10pm
Atholl Estates - Dusk Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Booking Essential. Tours take place on 29 June; 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 and 31 July; and 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21 and 24 August. Adults £25, Children £15 Tel 01796 481207 Email:
rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Tuesday 21st July 7.30am-10am
Atholl Estates - Dawn Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the Estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Tours take place on 30 June; 7, 14, 21 and 28 July; and 4, 11, 18 and 25 August.
Adults £25, Children £15 Tel 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk

Tuesday 21st July 10.30am (2hrs)
Close Encounter - a childrens walk
Ben Lawers NNR
Meet some of the animals and plants that live on Ben Lawers. Adults £2 Children £5 (Adults must be accompanied by a child and vice versa) Bring Wellies and waterproofs. Meet 10.30am Ben Lawers car park Book by Telphoning 0844 4932 136

Tuesday 21st July 10.30am – 12 noon
Wild Art – Suitable for children aged 5-12 years.
The Hermitage Lower Car Park
Enjoy an art and craft session in the woods using a mixture of natural and man-made objects to create your own wild art. Children £2; accompanying adults £1 The Hermitage by Dunkeld. Tel 0844 493 2192 www.nts.org.uk

Tuesday 21st July 2009 11.00am – 4.00pm
Mountain Flowers Walk
Atholl Estate Rangers – Glen Tilt Car park by Blair Atholl
A walk to look at the flowers and plants of the uplands. Approx. 10 miles, but no steep hills. Booking recommended - phone 01796 481355 to book. Charge: £5 www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk

Tuesday 21st July Age 5-8 11am - 12.30pm, Age 9-12 1.30 - 3pm
Highland Perthshire Youth Arts -Vicious Vikings
Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
Enter hiper-time and who knows WHEN you could end up! From Dinosaur arts & crafts to Space Age adventures, these fun activities are designed for kids to have the time of their life!
• Join the Vicious Vikings on their voyage to distant lands and act out some epic moments from their adventures along the way. Just £3.00 per session Tel 01796 484626 www.pitlochry.org.uk

Tuesday 21st July 8pm - 11pm
The Gaelic Society present a Ceilidh Night,
Moness House Hotel & Country Club, Crieff Road, Aberfeldy,
Enjoy an evening of traditional Scottish entertainment with Pipers - Accordionists - Dancers - Vocalists - Guest Artistes. Admission £5.00, payable at door, concessions for children.
All proceeds to The Gaelic Society. Tel. 01887 822100.

Tuesday 21st July 9pm - 11pm
Cabaret Duo
Fishers Hotel, Atholl Road, Pitlochry
Cabaret Duo playing a diverse amount of modern songs. Free admission - Tel: 01796 472000

Wednesday 22nd July 10am -12 noon
Treemendous trees
Faskally car park
What's the Forestry Commission up to? Learn the facts on a variety of topics - recreation, conservation and planning the forests of tomorrow today Adults: £3, children £1 For events information contact 07801 827986. No booking required

Wednesday 22 July 10am-12noon
Heather, Hills & Hamish
Blair Castle Trekking Centre Blair Atholl
Take a trek on the Atholl Ponies following old drover tracks. Spot wildlife and chat with Hamish an Estate Ghillie. Booking Essential. Treks take place on 15, 22, and 29 April; 6, 13, 20 and 27 May; 3, 10, 17 and 24 June; 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 July; and 5, 12 and 19 August. Admission - £39 Victoria Bogan Telephone - 01796 481568 Email: vicki@blaircastletrekking.co.uk
Web www.blaircastletrekking.co.uk

Wednesday 22nd July Age 5-8 11am - 12.30pm, Age 9-12 1.30 - 3pm
Highland Perthshire Youth Arts -Medieval Madness
Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
Enter hiper-time and who knows WHEN you could end up! From Dinosaur arts & crafts to Space Age adventures, these fun activities are designed for kids to have the time of their life!
• Mad Monks, Knights and Fire breathing dragons are all part of the puzzles and games to play, make and take away. Just £3.00 per session Tel 01796 484626 www.pitlochry.org.uk

Wednesday 22nd July 1.30pm
Hillside Safari
Ben Lawers NNR
Experience some of the varied plant and animal life on the lower slopes of this famous reserve. 2 1/2hrs walk. Adults £5 Children £2 Bring walking boots, warm, waterproof and windproof clothing. meet Ben lawers Car park Tel: 0844 4932 136

Wednesday 22nd July 2.00pm
The Battle of Killiecrankie
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.
Adults £3; Children £2. 5 miles North of Pitlochry. Tel 0844 493 2192 www.nts.org.uk

Wednesday 22nd July 2pm - 4pm
The Parish of Dunkeld Handbell Ringers - Dunkeld Handbell Harmony
Dunkeld Cathedral.
All are welcome to come and listen for a while. Heather McLean and Margaret Davidson perform solo ringing. This is most intriguing to watch and lovely to hear. Occasionally, they will be joined by other members of the group for small ensemble ringing. A freewill collection towards the Cathedral and the Handbell Group. The TIC in Dunkeld is informed on the few occasions when there will be no ringing. Please check beforehand if travelling a distance. Tel: 01350 727688

Wednesday 22nd July 2pm-4.30pm
Atholl Estates - Explore the Hidden Glens by Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the Estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Booking Essential. Tours take place on 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26 and 29 July; 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23 and 26 August; and 6, 13, 20 and 27 September. Adults £25, Children £15
Tel 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Wednesday 22nd July 7.30pm
Blair Atholl Area Tourism Association Homecoming Gala Night,
Memorial Park,Blair Atholl
A great evening of entertainment and fun for the whole family, with the Pitlochry and Blair Atholl Pipe Band, hay and miniature railway rides, face painting, pet show, bouncy castle, highland dancers, Silly McB the clown, equestrian gymnastics display, competitions (including a whiskey tasting competition), car boot sale and much, much more. Visit www.blairatholl.org.uk or contact 01796 483 339 for more information.

Wed 22nd July 2009 7.45pm
Pitlochry Town Hall
Eddie Rose - Scottish Night out
This is the twelth year of the Scottish Night Out More Information at a later date
Contact 01796472600 www.eddierose.co.uk

Wednesday 22nd July 8pm - 11pm
Pine Marten Evening
Loch of the Lowes Visitor Centre (A923 2mls from Dunkeld)
“Join us as we look out for these elusive creatures from inside the visitor centre”. £10 for non-members, £8 for SWT members and £5 for children. Not suitable for children under 8 years old. Prices include tea and coffee. Booking is essential. Contact the Visitor Centre on 01350727337 or lochofthelowes@swt.org.uk

Thursday 23rd July10.30am – 12.00 midday
Oh Deer
Glen Tilt Car Park, by Blair Atholl
Discover the deer of Blair Atholl.
Children £1 Tel: 01796 481355 www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk

Thursday 23rd July 2pm-3.30pm
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park & Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
All the family can enjoy a tractor and trailer tour through the historic landscape of Blair Castle and surrounding farmland. The tour will run on 5, 6, 9, 12, 13, 16, 19, 20, 23, 26, 27 and 30 July; and 2, 3, 6, 9, 10 and 13 August. Adults £5, Children (under 16) £3, Children under 3 free and Family Ticket (2+2) £15 Tel- 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Thursday 23rd July Age 5-8 11am - 12.30pm, Age 9-12 1.30 - 3pm
Highland Perthshire Youth Arts - Great Granny Games
Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
Enter hiper-time and who knows WHEN you could end up! From Dinosaur arts & crafts to Space Age adventures, these fun activities are designed for kids to have the time of their life!
•Try your hand at playing some old street games your great Granny might have played.
Just £3.00 per session Tel 01796 484626 www.pitlochry.org.uk

Thursday 23rd July 9pm - 11pm
Swing of the Kilts Scottish variety show/dance
Fishers Hotel, Atholl Rd, Pitlochry
Accordionist and compere Tommy Newcomen, with singers, dancers and musicians. A full show with general dancing. Free admission Tel 01796 472000 e.mail tommynewcomen@hotmail.com

Friday 24th July 12noon
Behind Closed Doors (Blair Castle Attics)
Blair Castle Blair Atholl
A special interest tour of the attics of Blair Castle. This 90 minute tour starts at 12noon. Please note that this tour involves many flights of spiral stairs and is only suitable for the fully able. Spaces are very limited, so booking is essential by contacting the castle on 01796 481207. Tours take place on 4, 11, 18 and 25 April; 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 May; 6, 13, 20 and 27 June; 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 July; and 7, 14 and 21 August. Admission - £11 per person Tel: Tel 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Friday 24th July Age 5-8 11am - 12.30pm, Age 9-12 1.30 - 3pm
Highland Perthshire Youth Arts - Interstellar Art
Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
Enter hiper-time and who knows WHEN you could end up! From Dinosaur arts & crafts to Space Age adventures, these fun activities are designed for kids to have the time of their life!
• Join the time technicians in a race to build a huge time machine and create a universe of futuristic arts and crafts to take home Tel 01796 484626 www.pitlochry.org.uk

Friday 24th July 7.30pm
Scottish Chamber Orchestra
Birnam Arts Centre, Birnam Dunkeld.
The Scottish Chamber Orchestra has being going from strength to strength recently with rave reviews for performances across Scotland, Europe and India, as well as acclaimed recordings of Mozart and Beethoven Symphonies. Now the SCO Wind and Brass brings a concert of popular classics to Birnam – perfect for the long summer nights. “…an orchestra at the top of their game…” The Scotsman Tickets: £10 / £8 / £5 under 16's Tel 01350 727674 www.birnamarts.com

Friday 24th 7.30pm-10pm
Atholl Estates - Dusk Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Booking Essential. Tours take place on 29 June; 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 and 31 July; and 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21 and 24 August. Adults £25, Children £15 Tel 01796 481207 Email:
rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Saturday 25th July 10 –4 pm (for 9 – 12 year olds)
Highland Perthshire Youth Arts - Dr Huh? (Hiper Drama)
Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
A one day drama adventure with time travelling hero Dr. Huh and his Scone-ic teapot! Travel through time & space to save the world and still be home in time for tea! (Oh, you’ll need to remember to bring a packed lunch!) £10 Tel 01796 484626 www.pitlochry.org.uk

Saturday 25th July 7.30pm
Craic-ing Cancer Concert
Aberfeldy Town Hall.
A Fundraiser for Breakthrough Breast Cancer and Breast Cancer 2000.
An Evening of comedy, music and song. Glasgow's actress and comedienne Isobel Rutter, and internationally-renowned singer and folklorist Margaret Bennett. There will also be a surprise mystery guest, and a multi prize hi-end raffle. Tickets are £10.00 Tel 01887 820478 or 01887 830315.

Saturday 25th July 7.30pm
Scottish Country Dancing
Pitlochry Town Hall Pitlochry
An evening of traditional dancing to some of Scotland's best bands - Marian Anderson.
Admission - Dancers £6.50, Spectators £2 Contact - June Templeman Telephone - 01796 473488
Email: jdat@topofthebox.freeserve.co.uk

Sunday 26th July 2pm-4.30pm
Atholl Estates - Explore the Hidden Glens by Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the Estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Booking Essential. Tours take place on 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26 and 29 July; 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23 and 26 August; and 6, 13, 20 and 27 September. Adults £25, Children £15
Tel 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Sunday 26th July 8.00pm
Wolfstone with special guests
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Celebrating 20 years (and the Year of Homecoming!), Wolfstone will perform a fantastic set with pulsating electric and acoustic guitars, electric fiddle, drums and bagpipes all combining to create the ultimate in Celtic Rock music. Tickets £18.50 Tel Box Office 01796 484626 E/Mail boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk Web www.pitlochry.org.uk

Monday 27th July 10 –4 pm (for 9 year & older)
Highland Perthshire Youth Arts - Timestep (Hiper Dance)
Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
What would happen if Urban Street dance collided with the Jive, the Charleston, Medieval Gavottes or even ancient tribal dances? Why not join us for a 5 day dance workshop where you can help decide and perform just what might happen! £50 Tel 01796 484626 www.pitlochry.org.uk

Monday 27th July 2pm-3.30pm
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park & Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
All the family can enjoy a tractor and trailer tour through the historic landscape of Blair Castle and surrounding farmland. The tour will run on 5, 6, 9, 12, 13, 16, 19, 20, 23, 26, 27 and 30 July; and 2, 3, 6, 9, 10 and 13 August. Adults £5, Children (under 16) £3, Children under 3 free and Family Ticket (2+2) £15 Tel- 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Monday 27th July 7.45pm gates open 7pm
Highland Nights
Recreation Ground Pitlochry
(Robert Wiseman Dairies Vale of Atholl Pipe band). Follow the parade from Fishers Hotel at 7.30p, to the Recreation Ground. Highland and Scottish dancing, songs and music. Venue - Drive into recreation ground, watch from your car or from the terracing. If wet, venue - Pitlochry Town Hall, Adults £5, Concessions £4. Children free.
Tel: - G McNab 0773 315 2223 e.mail gmcnab00@aol.com Web www.highlandnight.com

Monday 27th July 7.30pm-10pm
Atholl Estates - Dusk Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Booking Essential. Tours take place on 29 June; 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 and 31 July; and 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21 and 24 August. Adults £25, Children £15 Tel 01796 481207 Email:
rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Tuesday 28th July 7.30am-10am
Atholl Estates - Dawn Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the Estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Tours take place on 30 June; 7, 14, 21 and 28 July; and 4, 11, 18 and 25 August.
Adults £25, Children £15 Tel 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk

Tuesday 28th July 10.30am (2hrs)
Close Encounter - a childrens walk
Ben Lawers NNR
Meet some of the animals and plants that live on Ben Lawers. Adults £2 Children £5 (Adults must be accompanied by a child and vice versa) Bring Wellies and waterproofs. Meet 10.30am Ben Lawers car park Book by Telphoning 0844 4932 136

Tuesday 28th July 10.30am – 12 noon
Slugs, bugs and grubs - Suitable for children aged 5-12 years.
The Hermitage Lower Car Park
Hunt in the woods for the smallest creatures and see how they live.
Charge: Children £2; accompanying adults £1 The Hermitage by Dunkeld. Tel 0844 493 2192 www.nts.org.uk

Tuesday 28th July 2.00 - 3.00pm
Big Trees in Diana’s Grove
Atholl Estate Rangers Meet: Blair Castle Car Park
Discover more of the tree giants of Blair Castle.
Price: £1 and Castle Grounds ticket Tel: 01796 481355 www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk

Tuesday 28th July 8pm - 11pm
The Gaelic Society present a Ceilidh Night,
Moness House Hotel & Country Club, Crieff Road, Aberfeldy,
Enjoy an evening of traditional Scottish entertainment with Pipers - Accordionists - Dancers - Vocalists - Guest Artistes. Admission £5.00, payable at door, concessions for children.
All proceeds to The Gaelic Society. Tel. 01887 822100.

Tuesday 28th July 9pm - 11pm
Cabaret Duo
Fishers Hotel, Atholl Road, Pitlochry
Cabaret Duo playing a diverse amount of modern songs. Free admission - Tel: 01796 472000

Wednesday 29 July 10am-12noon
Heather, Hills & Hamish
Blair Castle Trekking Centre Blair Atholl
Take a trek on the Atholl Ponies following old drover tracks. Spot wildlife and chat with Hamish an Estate Ghillie. Booking Essential. Treks take place on 15, 22, and 29 April; 6, 13, 20 and 27 May; 3, 10, 17 and 24 June; 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 July; and 5, 12 and 19 August. Admission - £39 Victoria Bogan Telephone - 01796 481568 Email: vicki@blaircastletrekking.co.uk
Web www.blaircastletrekking.co.uk

Wednesday 29th July 10.30am - 5.30pm
Killin International Highland Games
Breadalbane Park, Killin
Traditional Highland Games with Strength events featuring some of the world's strongest men. Piping and dancing competitions, open hill race, trade stands, mini fairground and the Chieftains parade. Adults £5 Seniors & Children £3.00 Tel 01567 820342 e.mail: Killingames!@aol.com

Wednesday 29th July 1.30pm
Hillside Safari
Ben Lawers NNR
Experience some of the varied plant and animal life on the lower slopes of this famous reserve. 2 1/2hrs walk. Adults £5 Children £2 Bring walking boots, warm, waterproof and windproof clothing. meet Ben lawers Car park Tel: 0844 4932 136

Wednesday 29th July 2.00pm
The Battle of Killiecrankie
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. Adults £3; Children £2. 5 miles North of Pitlochry. Tel 0844 493 2192 www.nts.org.uk

Wednesday 29th July 2pm - 4pm
The Parish of Dunkeld Handbell Ringers - Dunkeld Handbell Harmony
Dunkeld Cathedral.
All are welcome to come and listen for a while. Heather McLean and Margaret Davidson perform solo ringing. This is most intriguing to watch and lovely to hear. Occasionally, they will be joined by other members of the group for small ensemble ringing. A freewill collection towards the Cathedral and the Handbell Group. The TIC in Dunkeld is informed on the few occasions when there will be no ringing. Please check beforehand if travelling a distance. Tel: 01350 727688

Wednesday 29th July 2pm-4.30pm
Atholl Estates - Explore the Hidden Glens by Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the Estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Booking Essential. Tours take place on 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26 and 29 July; 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23 and 26 August; and 6, 13, 20 and 27 September. Adults £25, Children £15
Tel 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Wednesday 29th July 8pm - 11pm
Pine Marten Evening
Loch of the Lowes Visitor Centre (A923 2mls from Dunkeld)
“Join us as we look out for these elusive creatures from inside the visitor centre”. £10 for non-members, £8 for SWT members and £5 for children. Not suitable for children under 8 years old. Prices include tea and coffee. Booking is essential. Contact the Visitor Centre on 01350727337 or lochofthelowes@swt.org.uk

Wednesday 29th July 7.30pm
Highland Fun Night and car boot sale
Memorial Park Blair Atholl
Entertainment for all the family includes the Robert Wiseman Vale of Atholl Pipe band, Silly McB the clown, bouncy castle, highland dancers, bogey rides, etc. For car boot sale bookings contact John on 01796 481232.

Thursday 30th July 10.30am – 12.00 midday
Tracktastic
Atholl Estate Rangers Meet: Glen Tilt Car Park by Blair Atholl
Look for tracks and signs animals leave behind.
Children £1.00 Tel: 01796 481355 www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk

Thursday 30th July 11am
Ranger lead walks
Loch of the Lowes Visitor Centre 2mls from Dunkeld on A923
“Join one of our rangers as they lead you on a guided walk from the historic village of Dunkeld
to Loch of the Lowes.” £5 for non-members and £2.50 for SWT members. Booking is essential. Contact the Visitor Centre on Tel: 01350727337 or lochofthelowes@swt.org.uk

Thursday 30th July 2pm-3.30pm
Atholl Estates - Tractor and Trailer Tour
Departs from Blair Castle Caravan Park & Blair Castle Car Park Blair Atholl
All the family can enjoy a tractor and trailer tour through the historic landscape of Blair Castle and surrounding farmland. The tour will run on 5, 6, 9, 12, 13, 16, 19, 20, 23, 26, 27 and 30 July; and 2, 3, 6, 9, 10 and 13 August. Adults £5, Children (under 16) £3, Children under 3 free and Family Ticket (2+2) £15 Tel- 01796 481207 Email: rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk
Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Thursday 30th July 8.30pm – 10.00pm
Family Dusk Walk – Suitable for families with 5-12 year olds.
The Hermitage Lower Car Park
Experience the twilight zone and find out about the creatures of the night.
Adults £3; Children £2 The Hermitage by Dunkeld. Tel 0844 493 2192 www.nts.org.uk

Thursday 30th July 9pm - 11pm
Swing of the Kilts Scottish variety show/dance
Fishers Hotel, Atholl Rd, Pitlochry
Accordionist and compere Tommy Newcomen, with singers, dancers and musicians. A full show with general dancing. Free admission Tel 01796 472000 e.mail tommynewcomen@hotmail.com

Friday 31st July 10.30am – 4.30pm
Wire Work Jewellery with Laura Murray One Day Workshop, £48
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Using semi-precious stones and silver wire, designer and jewellery maker Laura Murray will guide you through the skills of fine wire work, helping you to both design and create your own piece of three-dimensional art. capacity: 20. Tel Box Office 01796 484626
E/Mail boxoffice@pitlochry.org.uk Web www.pitlochry.org.uk

Friday 31st July 12noon
Behind Closed Doors (Blair Castle Attics)
Blair Castle Blair Atholl
A special interest tour of the attics of Blair Castle. This 90 minute tour starts at 12noon. Please note that this tour involves many flights of spiral stairs and is only suitable for the fully able. Spaces are very limited, so booking is essential by contacting the castle on 01796 481207. Tours take place on 4, 11, 18 and 25 April; 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 May; 6, 13, 20 and 27 June; 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 July; and 7, 14 and 21 August. Admission - £11 per person Tel: Tel 01796 481207 Email:rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Saturday 31st July 8pm
Karine Polwart
Birnam Arts Centre, Birnam Dunkeld.
Nominated in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2009 for Singer of the Year and for Best Album for ‘This Earthly Spell’. Scots songwriter Karine Polwart combines the economy and universality of the folk storytelling tradition with a probing intellect and compassionate lyricism. Twice winner of “Best Original Song” at the UK-wide BBC Folk Awards, Birnam Arts is proud to present Karine in concert for one night only. We expect this show to sell out quickly, so be sure to book well ahead for your tickets. Tickets: £14 / £12 Tel 01350 727674 www.birnamarts.com

Saturday 31st July 7.30pm-10pm
Atholl Estates - Dusk Landrover Tour
Ranger Centre Car Park Blair Atholl
Get off the beaten track and explore the beautiful scenery of Atholl Estates by Landrover. Our drivers live and work on the estate and will share their specialist knowledge of the natural area. Booking Essential. Tours take place on 29 June; 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 and 31 July; and 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21 and 24 August. Adults £25, Children £15 Tel 01796 481207 Email:
rebeccam@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.atholl-estates.co.uk

Friday 31st July
The Bevvy Sisters
Live at Mckays - Atholl Road Pitlochry.
their myspace is www.myspace.com/thebevvysisters also video available on you tube

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