What’s On in Highland Perthshire November 2016 www.HighlandPerthshire.com and photography. And if that’s not enough ... there will be a wide variety of scrumptious baking and tempting jams, jellies, presevers and much more! Entry: £3 Tel: 01796 481207
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Saturday 19th November to 17th December (3rd Saturday each month) 10.00am to 2.00pm Pitlochry Market Pitlochry Business Centre, Armoury Rd.
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Thursday 3rd to Sunday 6th NoLocal Traders, Produce and Crafts. For more vember details email: stalls@pitlochrymarket.co.uk or Perthshire Amber - Dougie Mawww.pitlochrymarket.co.uk Edradour Distillery cLean Festival Shop Only open Monday to Friday Venues across Perthshire, based in Beatrix Potter Interactive Exibi9.30am to 4.30pm daily. Dunkeld. tion and Garden. Birnam Arts & Closed 16th Dec to 4th Jan This year the festival will have the ‘Big 4 Days’ Conference Centre Station Road Tel: 01796 472095 with the full festival programme planned to be www.edradour.com available in April and tickets will go on sale online Birnam Dunkeld PH8 0DS and by phone at 4pm UK time on Tuesday 10th May 2016. Those interested in performing at the Open Mic should read the information on the website and can now apply. For details on how to apply visit www.perthshireamber.com
Continuous Events Saturday 5th November – Saturday 31st December Daily 10.00am – 5.00pm The Christmas Collection Birnam Arts, Station Road, Birnam, By Dunkeld PH8 0DS
Suitable for adults and children alike housing a history section and a Victorian play area. £3 per person. Tel: box office 01350 727674 www.birnamarts.com
Tuesday 1st November to 13th November (Daily at various times) Exclusively Highlands Craft Fair PARA HANDY - A Voyage Round Friday 4th to Sunday 6th Novem- The Stories Of Neil Munro, by John ber, 10am- 4pm Bett Blair Castle, Blair Atholl, PH18 5TL Pitlochry Festival Theatre
With a present to suit everyone, do your Christmas shopping in style, away from the hussle and bussle of the High Street, in Blair Castle’s Victorian ballroom. There are over 40 of the finest artisans exhibiting this year. Products range from textiles including vintage, upcycled cashmere and Birnam Arts host their annual Christmas Collectweed, to jewelry made from silver, semi-precious tion Exhibition by invited local artists and crafts gemstones, leather and lamp work, perfect for a persons. There will be a chance to buy fantastic truly unique present. Lovely beauty treats such Christmas gifts ranging from paintings, prints, ce- as soaps, lip balms and body scrubs are availramics, sculpture, jewelry, soaps and more... the able, perfect for those who like to be pampered; exhibition is further complemented by Christmas and gorgeous items for the home are available merchandise within the Beatrix Potter shop, also such as wood turning and exquisite wooden in Birnam Arts – take a look! Tel: 01350 727674. boxes, pottery, quirky doorstops, scented candles
This autumn, set sail with the irrepressible captain of The Vital Spark and his ramshackle crew - mate Dougie, engineer Macphail and cabin-boy Sunny Jim - as they travel from a West Coa st breakers’ yard to the sea lochs of the Highlands and Islands. Memorably adapted for television in the 1990s with Gregor Fisher and Rikki Fulton, Neil Munro’s marvellous, mischievous stories have never been out of print since they first appeared in the Glasgow Evening News in 1906. Warm, witty and coal-fired with charm, this rare chance to enjoy the hilarious misadventures of
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Para Handy live on stage is accompanied by a rousing, foot-stomping musical score, performed by a versatile ensemble of actors and musicians. If you enjoyed previous autumn shows such as Whisky Galore – A Musical! and The Steamie, then this is wan hooley you’ll no be wantin’ tae miss! Click here to book or call Box Office: 01796 484 626 www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
based in the centre of Aberfeldy, offering luxurious en suite bedrooms, a large bar serving a wide variety of local ales, wines and spirits and an extensive menu to suit all. Tel: 01887 820421
Cinema, Live Event/Broadcasts The Birks Cinema PO Box 7517 Aberfeldy PH15 2WH
Pete Clark leads a traditional fiddle session in the bar from 8.30pm - again all musicians are welcome to come and join!! Tel: 01350 727340 www.thetaybank.co.uk
Siobhan Wilson (introduced with a song or two by Dougie MacLean!) Less than 50 seats left (on Thursday 27th October)! Purchase tickets from http://www.perthshireamber.com/index.php/test/ general/programme
01887 820165
Talking of Christmas, we’re opening for 1 day only on 3rd November for anyone who would like to come along and buy any of our unique gifts that suit all the family for Christmas. T: 01887 830583 E:info@crannog.co.uk www.crannog.co.uk
see website for details & listings book online or Tel 0871 902 5754 www.birkscinema.co.uk
Weekly Events SUNDAYS Every Sunday “Sunday Session” 8-11pm, McKays Bar & Restaurant 138 Atholl Road Pitlochry PH16 5AG . Session night where a mixture of musicians or those of you learning a musical talent gather round to sing, strum or drum what they know best, a great fun night open to everyone. Free entry. McKays, Atholl Road, Pitlochry. Tel: 01796473888 www.mckayshotel.co.uk
WEDNESDAYS Every Wednesday, 9pm, Open Music Sessions. Bankfoot Inn, Main Street, Bankfoot PH1 4AB Open session for musicians of all abilities to gather and play music - any music. Local musicians assemble to play a variety of instruments and sing songs. Open to all. Join in if you want, play an instrument, or just sit in and enjoy good music. Tel: 01738 787243 www.bankfootinn.co.uk
THURSDAYS Every Thursday 7.00pm to 10.30pm Birks Cinema Celtic Acoustic Music Birks Cinema, Aberfeldy PH15 2DA Everyone is welcome to come along to play or just enjoy the music, which may be anything from folk, blues, bluegrass or instrumental. It is free entry, sit in comfort in the upstairs cinema bar, with a drink and song. Further details Doug 01887 820165
Every Thursday 6 to 9pm Schiehallion Hotel, 6 Dunkeld Street, Aberfeldy PH15 2AF (opposite the Coop Petrol Pump) Two course Chinese Meal £10.95. The Schiehallion is newly renovated, locally owned hotel
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Every Thursday Traditional Fiddle Session The Taybank Tay Terrace Dunkeld PH8 0AQ
Daily Diary Events Thursday 3rd November 2.00pm Opening Concert - Perthshire Amber Music Festival Garden Marquee, Dunkeld House Hotel, Dunkeld, PH8 0HX
Birks Cinema Celtic Acoustic Music Every Thursday 7pm to 10.30pm Birks Cinema Celtic Acoustic Music Thursday 3rd November 11.00am Birks Cinema, Aberfeldy PH15 2DA to 6.00pm Special Xmas Shopping Day Everyone is welcome to come along to play or just enjoy the music, which may be anything The Scottish Crannog Centre, Kenfrom folk, blues, bluegrass or instrumental. It is more, Loch Tay, Perthshire PH15 free entry, sit in comfort in the upstairs cinema 2HY bar, with a drink and song. Further details Doug
FRIDAYS Friday night Folk” 8-11pmMcKays Bar & Restaurant 138 Atholl Road Pitlochry PH16 5AG
Friday 4th November 8.00pm Dougie MacLean’s Caledonia Cantata - Perthshire Amber Music Festival 185 High St, Perth PH1 5UW
Traditional folk music from musicians all over Scotland using an array of different instruments to bring you some of the best Scottish beasts and sounds. Free entry. Tel: 01796473888 Dougie MacLean’s Caledonia Cantatais back by www.mckayshotel.co.uk popular demand. This very special performance brings together festival-favourite Dougie MacLean (famed for his song ‘Caledonia’ and composition SATURDAYS ‘The Gael’ used in (‘Last of the Mohicans’) with some of Scotland’s finest musicians including Jenna Reid (fiddle), Ross Ainslie (pipes, whistles, Every Saturday from 9pm mandocello), Sorren Maclean (acoustic guitar, Live Music , Old Mill Restaurantvocals) and Iain Sandilands (percussion) as Pub, Mill Lane, Pitlochry PH16 5BH well as the wonderful strings of the Perthshire Top quality Perthshire Bands, playing a variety of Ensemble. Once again he’ll present “an irresiststyles including covers, blues, rock, jazz … ible tapestry of tunes, rhythms, instrumental Tel: 01796 474020 and orchestral colours, harmonies and texture.” www.theoldmillpitlochry.co.uk (Michael Tumelty The Herald) and include new favourites like Child of this Place, Lunan Braes and The Place with much loved songs like Broken “Saturday night live@McKays” 9-12pm, McKays Bar & Restaurant Wings, Turning Away, All Together and, of course, the song that’s been called “Scotland’s alternative 138 Atholl Road Pitlochry PH16 national anthem”, Caledonia. For those who’ve 5AG. Live bands from Scottish, Irish, Pop, rock, come to the festival to enjoy the music of Dougie Blues, Jazz, Motown and many more. Sing dance MacLean this is THE concert experience not to be and clap the night away... Free entry. missed! http://www.perthshireamber.com/index. Tel: 01796473888 php/test/general/programme www.mckayshotel.co.uk
Saturday 5th November 11.00am“Saturday Night Fever” 12-1.30am 3.00pm McKays Bar & Restaurant, 138 Deer me - family fun days Atholl Road Pitlochry PH16 5AG Loch of the Lowes Visitor Centre, resident DJ plays some of the latest tunes to dance the night from 11pm-late, if you come in Dunkeld, Perth & Kinross, PH8 after 11pn there is a £3.00 door charge. 0HH Tel: 01796473888 www.mckayshotel.co.uk
Fun quizzes and craft activities all weekend. Suggested donation for activities – £2 per child. Tel: 01350 727 337 scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk
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Saturday 5th November 8.00pm Dougie MacLean and Friends Perthshire Amber Festival Perth Concert Hall, 185 High St, Perth PH1 5UW
to present D.W Griffith’s silent comedy film The Battle of the Sexes (1928) with an especially composed score by Jane Gardner and performed live by Jane, Hazel Morrison and John Burgess on 6 November. Online booking www.birkscinema. co.uk or phone 01887 822845. HFS members (£10.00 P.A) get 12 months of Featuring Julie Fowlis, Tim Edey, Siobhan reduced prices on all HFS films at The Birks plus Wilson, Cilla and Artie (Singing Kettle), Ross free DVD loans of HFS films and all the benefits Ainslie and many more.. expect a superbly of belonging to a friendly film society. Follow us entertaining evening, with lots of fantastic collaborations. Tickets available here: http://www. at www.heartlandfilmsociety.org and Aberfeldy Film Festival https://www.facebook.com/aberperthshireamber.com/index.php/tickets2/buy/ evening-concerts feldyfilmfestival/
Saturday 5th November 6.00pm Grandtully Fireworks Display Grandtully Recreation Park
Lighting of the Bonfire - 6:00pm, Fireworks Display – 6:30pm. Hot Food & Beverages on Sale. Entrance: £3 Adults / £1 Children / Under 5s go free* No Sparklers Please (discarded sparkler wires are hazardous to Park users), Glow Sticks can be brought and will be on sale. *All children must be accompanied by an adult. Free parking at the Scottish Canoe Association Car Park. Please follow the signs through the Grandtully village.
Sunday 6th November 11am-3pm Deer me - family fun days Loch of the Lowes Visitor Centre, Dunkeld, Perth & Kinross, PH8 0HH Fun quizzes and craft activities all weekend. Suggested donation for activities – £2 per child. Tel: 01350 727 337 scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk
Sunday 6th November 1.00pm – Thursday 10th November 7.30pm Lady Macbeth: Unsex Me Here Dance / Theatre Birnam Arts, Station Road, Birnam, By Dunkeld PH8 0DS
Sunday 6th November 7.00pm The Battle of the Sexes - Heartland Film Society Birks Cinema, Aberfeldy PH15 2DA
It’s film festival time again and this year we celebrate music in film. We have lots of special events lined up in November, starting on 6 November with a pre-festival event in association with Aberfeldy Festival. HFS is pleased
shakes the rafters and comes smashing through with a dirty rhythmic underbelly, and another transformation follows, cool and wound right down. They can create a helluva show as a trio, and when the line-up is bulked out – a 5 piece band on this tour - it’s simply earth shattering, The Crooked Brothers have toured in ten countries, played in nearly every province and territory in Canada, and have released three full length albums. They’re coming over - strap yourselves in and enjoy the ride! £12/£10/£5 U16s. Tel: 01350 727674.
Sunday 13th November 8.00pm Leo Houlding – Adventure Talk Reflections: The Mirror Wall Birnam Arts, Station Road, Birnam, By Dunkeld PH8 0DS
Leo Houlding is a world renowned climber, known for audacious ascents of epic faces. Twenty years of extreme adventures have taken him from BBC An exciting and unique piece of dance theatre by 2’s Top Gear to the top of Everest, from devastataward-winning Company Chordelia’s Artistic Diing injury to major world firsts and from terrifying rector, Kally Lloyd-Jones. Marking the 400th an- BASE jumps (parachuting or wingsuit flying, the niversary of Shakespeare’s death, Lady Macbeth: name first coined in the late 70s on freefall flights Unsex me Here explores one of Shakespeare’s off El Capitan in The Yosemites), to glorious most complex women. A study of ambition, summits of the most remote and difficult peaks power, guilt, remorse, loss, death, paralleling on every continent. In 2014 Leo fronted a major Shakespeare’s time, in which a cast of three male Discovery TV adventure series, Lost Worlds. The dancers all play Lady Macbeth, exploring the rela- following summer he led a successful expedition tionship between masculinity and femininity. to a magnificent and massive cliff in Arctic GreenUsing Shakespeare’s language as the source, land known as the Mirror Wall, his first major exBritish Sign Language is used to create chorepedition since becoming a father and the loss of ography, producing a piece of visceral dance & his great friend and partner Sean ‘Stanley” Leary movement theatre which will reach both non in a BASE jumping accident. Leo discusses the and hearing impaired audiences alike in different contrast between adventure TV and adventure ways. film, and reflects on the conflict between a life of “a remarkable new piece by Company Chordelia” extreme adventure and the responsibilities and ***** The Herald (on Nijinsky’s Last Jump) - Age homely joys of fatherhood, juxtaposed against 14+ £12/£10/£5 U16s. Tel: 01350 727674. the undying drive for the next great quest. £15/£13/£5 U16s Tel: 01350 727674.
Sunday 6th November 1.00pm 4.00pm Family Fun Day - Perthshire Am- Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th November 10 – 4pm ber Festival 11am and 4.30pm, Amber Central (Royal Natural Dyeing Workshop for beDunkeld Hotel) Artie (of Singing Kettle fame) ginners will be doing two shows for children, featuring Birnam Arts, Station Road, Birnam, lots of favourite Scottish songs and stories By Dunkeld PH8 0DS 12.30hrs the Decorated Wheelbarrow Learn how to make beautiful colours from Procession will travel through the streets of Dunkeld, led by the a pipe band and a group of Roman soldiers to Stanley Hill, after judging, there will be a FREE open air concert featuring songwriter Buddy MacDonald from Cape Breton in Canada, duo The Coaltown Daisies, lovely young singer Kate Kross, stunning and entertaining instrumentalist Tim Edey, fabulously talented musicians from Wales The Goat Roper Rodeo Band and Perthshire’s own Dougie MacLean. (bring your picnic, wrap up warm and wear your wellies).
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extracting plant dyes in this ancient traditional method. Produce a rainbow of coloured wool in this weekend workshop with native and imported plants such as nettles, birch bark, heather tops, turmeric and onion skins. The aim of the weekend is to give you a good basic knowledge of natural dyeing and to give you the skills and confidence to continue dyeing when you get home. Includes a Soup & Sandwich Lunch on both days.£80 Adults. Tel: 01350 727674
Friday 18th November 6.30pm The Rocky Horror Picture Show + dressing up - Aberfeldy Film Festival Birks Cinema, Aberfeldy PH15 2DA
Soundtracks Gala opening, get dressed up as one of the characters for some fun, live music, dance moves, nibbles and drinks before the show at 8pm The Rocky Horror Picture Show cult classic with Tim Curry, Susan Sarendon, Barry Bostock, Richard O’Brien, Meatloaf. Cert 15. Audience participation is traditional – but not compulsory! Combined ticket, Gala opening + Film: £17.50, booking advised. Film only: usual Birks price. Online booking www.birkscinema.co.uk or phone 01887 822845. Follow us at www.heartlandfilmsociety.org and Aberfeldy Film Festival https:// www.facebook.com/aberfeldyfilmfestival/
Saturday 12th November 7.30pm The Crooked Brothers - Folk/ Saturday 19th November 7.30pm Blues/Rock Birnam Arts, Station Road, Birnam, A Highland Wedding Murder Mystery Dinner By Dunkeld PH8 0DS Pitlochry Festival Theatre Back in the UK by popular request, Birnam Arts is delighted to have got this highly sought-after band - The Crooked Brothers take on folk, blues, rock, or anything they turn their hands - one minute gritty, and the next sweet and succulent; sometimes it’s possessed with a growl that
Join us for a superb evening of fine food and murderous fun in the company of the talented and entertaining Walking Theatre Company. £32.00 (including 3 course dinner) |. Box Office 01796 484 626 www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com
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What’s What’s On On Highland HighlandPerthshire Perthshire Saturday 19th November 5.00pm Christmas with André - Aberfeldy Film Festival Birks Cinema, Aberfeldy PH15 2DA
This Cinema Live event features André Rieu’s festive concert, packed with Christmas favourites, a tour of Maastricht’s Christmas highlights and a Q&A. Exclusively for cinemas. Usual Birks prices. Online booking www.birkscinema. co.uk or phone 01887 822845. Follow us at www.heartlandfilmsociety.org and Aberfeldy Film Festival https://www.facebook.com/aberfeldyfilmfestival/
Saturday 19th November 12.30 – 2.30pm Meet the Directors, Bring-a-Dish Lunch + two short films - - Aberfeldy Film Festival. Locus Centre, The Square, Aberfeldy PH15 2DD.
Share your favourite dish with others while guest directors Riccardo Bernasconi and Francesca Reverdito of Studio Asparagus talk about film making and show their two short films Tzirk and Death for a Unicorn, inspired by a visit to Scotland. Bring a dish or pay £5. Children free if accompanied by an adult. Online booking www.birkscinema.co.uk or phone 01887 822845. Follow us at www.heartlandfilmsociety.org and Aberfeldy Film Festival https:// www.facebook.com/aberfeldyfilmfestival/
Saturday 19th November 10.15am Oddball and the Penguins - Aberfeldy Film Festival Birks Cinema, Aberfeldy PH15 2DA
Oddball and the Penguins An eccentric chicken farmer trains his mischievous dog, Oddball, to protect a penguin sanctuary from foxes. Based on a true story, the film features irresistible animals and a gentle environmental message. The Birks Cinema, Little Birks Prices. Online booking www.birkscinema.co.uk or phone 01887 822845. Follow us at www. heartlandfilmsociety.org and Aberfeldy Film Festival https://www.facebook.com/aberfeldyfilmfestival/
Saturday 19th November 5.00pm Palme-Dewar Short Film Competition 2016 - Aberfeldy Film Festival At Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery, PH15 2EB
View the top entries in this popular competition for short films made in, or about, Scotland and cast your vote for the winner. Presentation of prizes. Tickets £5.00 from the Birks Cinema - or on the door, but booking advised. Online booking www.birkscinema.co.uk or phone 01887 822845. Follow us at www.
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Saturday 19th November Drop in: 1.00 – 4.00pm The Great Birnam Throw Down! Birnam Arts, Station Road, Birnam, By Dunkeld PH8 0DS
Create the perfect vessel? Or throw a wobbler? Join experienced potter Jakub Verner in the foyer with his wheel for a fun filled afternoon as he demonstrates the art of throwing a pot. Try it for yourself under Jakub’s guidance - it’s not as easy as it looks, but you’ll get great satisfaction once you’ve got the knack! Once you’ve made your masterpiece, there’s the opportunity to leave your piece to have it fired and glazed, for which there’d be an additional charge of £5. £3 a throw! Tel: 01350 727674.
Sunday 20th November 6.00pm Amy - Aberfeldy Film Festival Birks Cinema, Aberfeldy PH15 2DA
With previously unheard tracks, old footage and contributions from friends and family, this deeply moving documentary explores the highs and lows of Amy Winehouse’s tragically short life. Cert 15 Directed by Asif Kapadia The Birks Cinema. Usual Birks prices. Online booking www.birkscinema.co.uk or phone 01887 822845. Follow us at www.heartlandfilmsociety. org and Aberfeldy Film Festival https://www. facebook.com/aberfeldyfilmfestival/
Sunday 20th November 1.00pm The Red Violin - Aberfeldy Film Festival Birks Cinema, Aberfeldy PH15 2DA
The fascinating history of a unique instrument and its impact on those who play it as it passes through four countries - from Cremona in 1681 to modern-day Montreal. The Birks Cinema. Usual prices. Online booking www.birkscinema. co.uk or phone 01887 822845. Follow us at www.heartlandfilmsociety.org and Aberfeldy Film Festival https://www.facebook.com/aberfeldyfilmfestival/
Sunday 20th November 11.00am Young Indies Short Film Competition - new this year! Birks Cinema, Aberfeldy PH15 2DA Local youngsters from 5-17yrs have been busy creating their own short films. The best entries will be screened at the Birks Cinema, where you can cast your vote for the winner alongside the judges and prizes will be presented. Free entry, but booking advised. Online booking www. birkscinema.co.uk or phone 01887 822845. Follow us at www.heartlandfilmsociety.org and Aberfeldy Film Festival https://www.facebook. com/aberfeldyfilmfestival/
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Friday 25th November 8.00pm Helias - Jazz/Blues Birnam Arts, Station Road, Birnam, By Dunkeld PH8 0DS
Come & experience the Jazzy Grooves & Lyrical Soundscapes of Perthshire’s new multi-talented band in their album launch night! Helias is an exciting & diverse new band that crosses the boundaries of funky jazz, blues, lyrical melodies and wide open cinematic soundscapes, featuring original music by the group’s founder, Simon Jauncey. The band draws on the talents of wellknown Perth blues man Pete Caban, Pitlochry based sax & guitar player Leon Thorne of Stax of Motown and regular performer with the Red Hot Chilli Pipers, bass master Ruairidh McClean from Dundee, drummer Doug Alec Rees and Simon himself on keyboards & guitar. Helias is an ancient Scots name -their logo includes the outline of The Sleeping giant hills behind Comrie, where Simon spent his childhood! £10/£8/£5 U16s. Tel: 01350 727674.
Saturday 26th November 8.00pm Ewan McLennan on Tour The Weem Inn, Weem, Aberfeldy PH15 2LD
Ewan McLennan has come to be known as a guitarist at the very forefront of his generation, a troubadour that can move audiences with his passion and pathos, and a songwriter for whom social justice is still a burning issue. As well as performing the favourites from his previous recordings and collaborations he will be airing new material, both self-penned and traditional arrangements. He will also perform a song or two from his most recent project, a muchanticipated collaboration with the renowned journalist and author George Monbiot. T. 01887 820381 www.theweeminn.com
Sunday 27th November 7pm Macbeth: Verdi (2011 Opera Film) Birnam Arts, Station Road, Birnam, By Dunkeld PH8 0DS
Royal Opera House staging of Verdi’s robust, yet penetrating setting of Shakespeare’s Scottish play. With Simon Keenlyside making his British debut as an athletic, brooding Macbeth and Liudmyla Monastyrska as his Lady, both imperious and subtle, this performance, masterfully conducted by Antonio Pappano, goes far beyond mere sound and fury. Donation. Tel: 01350 727674.
The Loft Restaurant
Invertilt Rd, Blair Atholl, PH18 5TE
Winter Opening hours: Closed Mon,Tues Nov & Dec Wed dinner only. Thurs - Sun 12noon to 3.00pm, 5.00pm to 8.30pm Open Xmas Day, 1st - 3rd Jan 2017. Closed to mid March Tel: 01796 481377 www.theloftrestaurant.co.uk