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What’s On in Highland Perthshire November 2017 www.HighlandPerthshire.com Myrtle, as they travel to the Highlands to explore Carrie’s Scottish ancestry – with a little help from If you have an Event you would Carrie’s prized copy of Gaelic Without Tears . . like to advertise . While the Roydes are very much creatures of the 20th century, their hosts still cling to the old FREE OF CHARGE ways: Donald MacDonald of Ben Nevis, the 23rd info@explorescotland.net with clan chieftain and Laird of Glenbogle Castle, is fiercely protective of his way of life, the land Date/Time/Event/ Venue/Price that he loves and the Macdonald spirit. Being more than a little cash-strapped, however, Ben NB We try to make sure all the information we Nevis (as he is also known) is not above trying post is accurate, but please check directly with to forge a match between heiress Myrtle and one the venue concerned before committing yourself. of his brawny sons. But when a group of English hikers turn up and trample all over his grouse moor, and a trespassing nationalist poet seems set to capture Myrtle’s affections, Ben Nevis’ CONTINUOUS EVENTS plans come under attack on two fronts – and he’s never one to underreact when things don’t go his way . . . A hilarious romp from the master Saturday 18th November to 16th landscape from our local and knowledgeable of Scottish farce, this classic 1930s comedy has skipper, you will be enchanted by the Loch’s mysDecember (3rd Saturday each been brilliantly adapted for stage by leading tical charm! £30per person, £20per child Book month) 10.00am to 2.00pm Scottish playwright Peter Arnott, whose work on line http://www.lochtaysafaris.net or by Tel: includes acclaimed stage adaptations of other Pitlochry Market 01887 820071 or e-mail info@lochtaysafaris.net Scots novels, including The Silver Darlings and Pitlochry Business Centre, ArThe Cone Gatherers. Following in the footsteps moury Road.PH16 5AP. of our smash-hit productions of Para Handy last Every Friday, Saturday and SunLocal Traders, Produce and Crafts. For more year and our last Compton Mackenzie adaptation, day 17th November to 24th Dedetailsemail: stalls@pitlochrymarket.co.uk or Whisky Galore - A Musical!, we hope you can cember. www.PitlochryMarket.co.uk join us to raise a glass to this eagerly anticipated Victorian Winter Wonderland world première! Tel:- 1796 484 626 and https:// pitlochryfestivaltheatre.com Queens View, By Pitlochry PH16
Edradour Distillery Winter hours open Monday to Friday 10.00 am to 4.30pm daily. (Last tour 3.00pm) Closed 21st Dec to 8th Jan 2018 Tel: 01796 472095 www.edradour.com
Every Day 10am, 12noon, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm Cruise Loch Tay Loch Tay Safaris, Pier Road, Kenmore, Perthshire PH15 2HG
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Queens View transformed into a Victorian Wonderland set amidst the pine forest overlooking Loch Tummel. Can you think of anything more magical with real snow, Christmas gift stalls, Santa will be there, cafe. 01796 474188
Opens Saturday 7th October until the end of January. A I R : SPACE The Watermill , Mill Street, Aberfeldy, PH15 2BG
A unique one and a half hour cruise on Loch Tay exploring the history, heritage and folklore of A collaborative exhibition in a variety of media Wed 1st Nov to Sun 12th Nov Perthshire’s largest loch. Our modern customfrom seven artists living in Rannoch. built boat is comfortable, fast, dry & gets in close THE MONARCH OF THE GLEN www.aberfeldywatermill.com to the inaccessible parts of the loch to explore by Compton Mackenzie | Adapted the wildlife & nature. Live commentary from our by Peter Arnott. passionate and knowledgeable crew will take you Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Port Na on a journey through the local history, heritage and folklore. Experience the breath taking scen- Craig, Pitlochry PH16 5DR ery and learn about this mysterious and dramatic This autumn, join American millionaire Chester Royde, his new bride, Carrie, and his sister,
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What’s On Highland Perthshire
DAILY DIARY EVENTS Friday 3rd November Aberfeldy Festival 2017 Aberfeldy Town Square, PH15 2DD Aberfeldy Festival now in its 8th year takes place at Aberfeldy Town Square, in Scotland over the weekend of Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th November 2017. The music festival offers 2 nights of band performances, a Poetry Workshop (Loose Tongues), storytelling, market stalls and more. Fridays Line Up - Roddy Woomble, Kathryn Joseph, Modern Studies, Plastic Animals. Saturdays Line Up - Pictish Trail, Siobhan Wilson, Fair Mothers ft Kathryn Joseph), Emme Woods. At Aberfeldy Townhall Doors from 7pm. An adult weekend ticket is priced at £50, and day tickets are priced at £28. The ticketed events at the Aberfeldy Festival are strictly over 18’s only.
Friday 3rd 11.00 am-4.00pm Blair Castle Christmas Fair Blair Castle Blair Atholl, Pitlochry, PH18 5TH
The Blair Castle Christmas Fair is our first Christmas Fair of the season. Over 50 of our finest Arts, Crafts and Food producers will gather in the grand ballroom and the Banvie Hall in the breathtaking setting of Blair Castle. A glorious opportunity to see and buy from a wide range of the finest crafts and sumptuous foods. Glassmakers, patissiers, preservists, textilers, chocolatiers, artists, silversmiths, jewellers, bakers and seamstresses, all of whose goods are lovingly handmade in Scotland. The Castle as always will be beautifully dressed for Christmas, the restaurant loaded with a full range of tempting delights and with ample parking it’s the nicest way to start your Christmas shopping. Gardens and parking are free, and entrance to the Fair is £3.
Friday 3rd 9.00PM Gavin Munro at The Old Mill Inn The Old Mill Inn, Mill Lane, Pitlochry
A special acoustic set from Gavin Munro of Red Pine Timber Co. T: 01796 474 020 www.oldmillevents.co.uk | www.theoldmillpitlochry.co.uk
Saturday 4th November Aberfeldy Festival 2017 Aberfeldy Town Square, Perth, Perth & Kinross, PH15 2DD
Aberfeldy Festival now in its 8th year takes place at Aberfeldy Town Square, in Scotland over the weekend of Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th November 2017. The music festival offers 2 nights of band performances, a Poetry Workshop (Loose Tongues), storytelling, market stalls and more. Fridays Line Up - Roddy Woomble, Kathryn Joseph, Modern Studies, Plastic Animals. Saturdays Line Up - Pictish Trail, Siobhan Wilson, Fair Mothers ft Kathryn Joseph), Emme Woods. At Aberfeldy Townhall Doors from 7pm. An adult weekend ticket is priced at £50, and day tickets are priced at £28. The ticketed events at the Aberfeldy Festival are strictly over 18’s only.
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Saturday 4th 11.00 am-4.00pm Blair Castle Christmas Fair Blair Castle Blair Atholl, Pitlochry, PH18 5TH
The Blair Castle Christmas Fair is our first Christmas Fair of the season. Over 50 of our finest Arts, Crafts and Food producers will gather in the grand ballroom and the Banvie Hall in the breathtaking setting of Blair Castle. A glorious opportunity to see and buy from a wide range of the finest crafts and sumptuous foods. Glassmakers, patissiers, preservists, textilers, chocolatiers, artists, silversmiths, jewellers, bakers and seamstresses, all of whose goods are lovingly handmade in Scotland. The Castle as always will be beautifully dressed for Christmas, the restaurant loaded with a full range of tempting delights and with ample parking it’s the nicest way to start your Christmas shopping. Gardens and parking are free, and entrance to the Fair is £3.
Saturday 4th November 9.00PM Fraser John Lindsays Blues Incentive The Old Mill Inn, Mill Lane, Pitlochry
A Glasgow-based outfit, interpreting blues classics (Robert Johnson, Freddie King, Howlin’ Wolf and T-Bone Walker etc.) in their own unique style. T: 01796 474 020 www.oldmillevents.co.uk | www.theoldmillpitlochry.co.uk
Sunday 5th 10.00am-4.00pm. Blair Castle Christmas Fair Blair Castle Blair Atholl, Pitlochry, PH18 5TH
The Blair Castle Christmas Fair is our first Christmas Fair of the season. Over 50 of our finest Arts, Crafts and Food producers will gather in the grand ballroom and the Banvie Hall in the breathtaking setting of Blair Castle. A glorious opportunity to see and buy from a wide range of the finest crafts and sumptuous foods. Glassmakers, patissiers, preservists, textilers, chocolatiers, artists, silversmiths, jewellers, bakers and seamstresses, all of whose goods are lovingly handmade in Scotland. The Castle as always will be beautifully dressed for Christmas, the restaurant loaded with a full range of tempting delights and with ample parking it’s the nicest way to start your Christmas shopping. Gardens and parking are free, and entrance to the Fair is £3.
Friday 10th November 9.00PM Bob Hollis at The Old Mill Inn The Old Mill Inn, Mill Lane, Pitlochry
Singer/songwriter from Perth, with a growing reputation for his live performances. T: 01796 474 020 www.oldmillevents.co.uk | www.theoldmillpitlochry.co.uk
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Saturday 11th 9.00PM Red Pine Timber Co The Old Mill Inn, Mill Lane, Pitlochry
Old Mill favourites playing a mix of Americana & Country influenced originals. T: 01796 474 020 www.oldmillevents.co.uk | www.theoldmillpitlochry.co.uk
Friday 17th November 9.00PM Gavin Munro at The Old Mill Inn The Old Mill Inn, Mill Lane, Pitlochry
A special acoustic set from Gavin Munro of Red Pine Timber Co. T: 01796 474 020 www.oldmillevents.co.uk | www.theoldmillpitlochry.co.uk
Saturday 18th November 8.00pm to midnight The Amulree Ceilidh Amulree Village Hall, Amulree, Dunkeld PH8 0EF Family Ceilidh with music from Sandy & Jimmy Lindsay entry Fee £5 at the door. Licensed Bar, Raffle & Refreshments
Saturday 18th 9.00PM Last Orders at The Old Mill Inn The Old Mill Inn, Mill Lane, Pitlochry
Last Orders are our favourite Rock tribute act. They play a dynamic range of rock and pop songs from the likes of Bon Jovi & AC/DC to Katy Perry & The Black Eyed Peas. T: 01796 474 020 www.oldmillevents.co.uk | www.theoldmillpitlochry.co.uk
Saturday 18th November 7.30pm Author Event in November The Watermill , Mill Street, Aberfeldy, PH15 2BG
Chris Brookmyre will be talking about and signing his new novel Places in the Darkness Tickets will be available from The Watermill bookshop, £5 including a refreshment and £2 off the book www.aberfeldywatermill.com
Friday 24th 9.00PM Jono at The Old Mill Inn The Old Mill Inn, Mill Lane, Pitlochry
A singer/songwriter from Glasgow playing a mind-blowingly eclectic mix of hits, old and new. He has been compared to Paolo Nutini and Kelly Jones (Stereophonics). T: 01796 474 020 www. oldmillevents.co.uk | www.theoldmillpitlochry. co.uk
What’s On Highland Perthshire What’s On Highland Perthshire Saturday 25th 9.00PM Howling Radio at The Old Mill Inn The Old Mill Inn, Mill Lane, Pitlochry
Glasgow’s music collective, playing uplifting versions of classic 60’s/70’s songs. T: 01796 474 020. www.oldmillevents.co.uk | www.theoldmillpitlochry.co.uk
Sunday 26th November 2.30 pm The Black Prince of Perthshire The Birks Cinema, 1 Dunkeld St, Aberfeldy PH15 2DA
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Punjab. In early adulthood Maharajah Duleep Singh is torn between two cultures and secures begrudging permission from Queen Victoria to meet his real mother . She soon awakens him to his original Sikh faith and culture, which sets him on a dangerous quest to challenge the British Raj and free his people. Tickets £10 Tel:- 01887 822845 Also direct with the Birks Cinema .
This is a niche film but also has a direct link to the local history of Perthshire. The Black Prince (of Perthshire) had strong ties to Highland Perthshire moving to the Area in 1855 part of the time living at Castle Menzies. Duleep Singh Coming up in November: and Bamba had six children. Their first born, died tragically and is buried in Kenmore Churchyard, Winter at Blair Castle 3rd to 5th where Sikhs from the around the world come to November remember him. Victorian Christmas Castle Tours, Exclusively The Black Prince is an exquisitely photographed Highlands craft fair and lots more. and sumptuously designed period drama with a tiger’s bite as it offers an insight into a controversial chapter of shared British Indian colonial history. Telling the story of The Last king of the
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