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CONTENTS

...from Nairn to Inverurie, north to Lossiemouth and south to Grantown

FEATURES 2

COVER Bring on the games!

Fergus Ewing MSP

10 Wildlife Capercaillies 12-22 Charity special 23

The Gather'n

24-25 The Royal Wedding 27-33 Whisky 36-43 Eating out 44-45 Music meet The Trad Project 46-53 Health & Wellbeing with Feelgood Fitness 54-55 Pin-ups and diary

Welcome We know summer is here when the Games and Shows season kicks off. The Gordon Castle Highland Games put us all in the mood at the end of May on what was one of the hottest spring days in the north east of Scotland for a long time - here's hoping that the up-and-coming shows share the same good fortune. With four dedicated Lifestyle pages there's something for visitors and locals alike as we showcase and share the best of tradition and heritage. Lifestyle is popular for its fantastic competition prizes and this issue is no exception - with plenty of treats on offer, have a go and enter - you could be one of the lucky ones!

... enjoy!

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THIS MONTH’S COMPETITIONS 56 Win, win, win... £20 Qismat voucher Glen Grant distillery tour for four people House of Mulben Experience Afternoon tea for two - Knowes Hotel Games and show tickets

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ShowTime! Nairn Show 28th July

Aberlour Games 5th August

Nairnshire Farming Society holds its Annual Show. “Agriculture has come a long way since our first Cattle show some 199 years ago. This annual day out is a firm favourite with competitors and spectators alike. With 150 cattle, 300 sheep and 100 horses all competing for the coveted ‘Champion of Champion’ title it’s a competition not to miss! We are joined by a host of local businesses keen to showcase their products and services. So if it’s a brand new tractor, garden furniture, locally produced meat, a new handbag or toys for the kids, our aisles really do have something for everyone. Our main ring will keep everyone entertained with displays from Nairn fire crew, Galcantray Carriage driving team and the Vintage tractor parade. Come and cheer on your local club as they compete in our new Arnold Clark Young Farmers challenge, it’s going to be messy!! As well as our chainsaw carver and bird of prey display, your little ones will love to meet and cuddle the gorgeous team of professional donkeys, also on hand for children ride please do go and say hello!”

A Fusion of Young and Ancient Highland Tradition 2018 sees the 75th running of the Aberlour Strathspey Highland Games. Whilst many games have much older origins, the last three generations have seen many changes to the role and place of the traditional ‘Highland Gathering’ in Scottish culture. Today’s games are run to the exacting standards demanded by any modern sporting event and provide a day of competitive fun and entertainment. The core attributes of any Highland games remain – the sporting events with ‘heavies’ and ‘lights’, the young Highland dancers competing passionately on the boards and the stunning presence of the massed pipe bands. The ‘Chieftain of the Games’ provides a modern interpretation of the feudal forces that gave rise to Highland Clan figuration. The Alice Littler Memorial Park venue, a man-made amphitheatre between the River Spey and the old Speyside Railway station, fuses the richness of ancient times with the hard edge of competition and fun, with contests such as ‘Haggis Hurling’ for overseas visitors and races for children of all ages.

Keith Show 2017 Champion of Champions

Grantown Show 9th August The Strathspey Farmers’ Club Grantown Show - Heathfield Park. The Livestock Competitions will culminate with the Grand Parade of Winners, followed by an afternoon of entertainment including a Display of Vintage Vehicles and Pageant of Reality/Talent show. Fun and competition in the children’s races and who can resist the pet’s parade? Terrier racing adds to the fun. Don’t miss the varied trade stands, domestic marquee, kiddies’ side shows, and much more – indeed there really is something for everyone. In the evening from 9pm – 1am there will be the popular marquee dance where you will hear the lively ceilidh band Tweed.

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GAMES & SHOWS

Keith Show 12th/13th August Keith Show has been entertaining visitors since the 1870s having replaced the Simmereve Fayre dating back to the 1700s. With something for everyone, whether your interest is the many entries of cattle, sheep and horses, or the vast array of crafts in the craft fair, the many horticultural and SWRI exhibits or visit the 200 trade stands. The pet show is a must and the kids love the children's entertainment and farm. There is always something happening in the main ring, be it massed pipe bands or the thrill of the quad bike displays. Sunday highlights include the Truck Show and Vintage Rally along with Show Jumping, Pony Clubs Games and Feather Classes. Monday sees the thrilling finale of the Simmers Contracts Scottish Beef Cattle Championship with beef champions from across Scotland battling it out for the top honours and big prizes. Though farming methods today are different to those of our forefathers, Keith Show still holds true to its agricultural roots, as can be seen by the different exhibitions, demonstrations and traders available within the showground.

Get involved... A tremendous amount of work goes into the organising of these events. This goes on from one year to the next and is done, in the main, by a band of very committed volunteers. When you go along as a visitor on the day, spare a thought for for the many hours these hard working folk have put in to bring these events to fruition and if anything is not quite â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;perfectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, stop and think, could you do better? Why not join a committee - you would be welcomed with open arms!

AT A GLANCE Nairn Show 28th July Aberlour Games 5th August Grantown Show 9th August Keith Show 12th/13th August 4

NAIRN SHOW Saturday 28th July 2018 • Kinnudie Farm, Auldearn

There’s something for everyone!

✭ Cattle, Sheep & Horse Judging ✭ Craft Fair ✭ Trade Stands ✭ Food Fair ✭ Young Farmer Competition ✭ Horticultural & Flower Show ✭ Baking, Produce and Handicrafts including Children’s Section ✭ Horse & Carriage Display ✭ Nairn & District Pipe Band ✭Traditional Music * Jenny’s Donkey Team ✭ Children’s Activities and Amusements ✭ Vintage Tractor Parade ✭ Show Jumping ✭ Working dog display

Public Catering Marquee Adults £10.00 • Concessions (Age 65+) £5.00 • School Age Child £5.00 • Pre-school Children FREE

Marquee Dance 9pm – 1am Featuring “EZRA”

Admission (Age 16+ Only - ID Required) - £10.00 Come and Join Us for a Great Day or Night Out

For further information contact email: secretary@nairnshow.org.uk

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Aberlour Strathspey Highland Games

1.00pm Saturday 4th August 2018

The Alice Littler Memorial Park, Aberlour A great family day out - Competitions for visitors! A counting round in the Scottish Highland Games Association Championships For more information follow us on

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THE GRANTOWN SHOW

THURSDAY, 9th AUGUST 2018 - Starts 9am Theme for Pageant ‘Reality/talent show’ HEATHFIELD PARK GRANTOWN-ON-SPEY ~ A day out for all the family~ All the usual Cattle, Horse and Sheep Judging Afternoon Events from 1.30pm – Featuring Reality/Talent Show, Vintage Vehicles, Trade Stands, Craft Tent, Fun Fair and lots more. Marquee Dance at SHOWFIELD from 10 pm

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Adrenaline Tour Main Arena Sunday & Monday Cattle, Sheep & Horse Judging • Rare Breeds • Simmers Contracts Scottish Beef Cattle Championship • Show Jumping • Pony Club Games • Poultry • Pipe Bands • Highland Dancing • Dog Show • Vintage Show • Truck Fest • Children’s Farm • Fun Fair • Craft & Lifestyle Fairs • Industrial & Flower Show • SWRI Food Fayre • Demonstrations • Trade Stands • Traditional & Contemporary Music & Dance... and lots, lots more! For info: Tina Craib, Show Secretary, Seafield Park, Keith, AB55 5AJ

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Sunday 12th & Monday 13th August 2018

FERGUS EWING MSP

Cabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy and Connectivity

Showcasing Scotland

ast year saw record-breaking numbers of people visit Scotland’s 300 historic visitor attractions, including Balvenie and Duffus Castles and Elgin Cathedral here in Moray. Moray also has the Malt Whisky trail with all the distilleries and some of Scotland’s best beaches. It is great that so many people visit Scotland to find out more about and enjoy our wonderful culture, environment and heritage – but with all this on our doorstep, some of it with free “entry” and promising signs that we might just get some decent summer weather, they also provide a great family day out for local

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residents. As do our annual local agricultural shows and Highland games which are featured elsewhere in Lifestyle. They provide a great opportunity to showcase all that is best in farming, food production and traditional rural crafts and industries in Moray and Aberdeenshire. These are key events on the local calendar and their organisation is a year-long activity – I want to pay tribute to all the volunteers who work hard to make these shows happen. Their efforts help to ensure the continuation of a longstanding and important part of our rural heritage. Of course, the shows are also

a chance for communities and neighbours to meet up and catch up, as well as being a fun day out for friends and families.

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WILDLIFE

tetrao urogallus

Also known as the wood grouse, heathercock or just simply

native Scottish population became extinct between 1770

capercaillie, this bird is the largest member of the grouse

and 1785 but has been reintroduced from the Swedish

family. According to statistics, the largest known specimen

population. The most serious threats to the species are

had a weight of 16lb. As with most species, the male is

habitat degradation, particularly where native forest has

larger than the female but, with the capercaillie, this

been converted into a single-species timber plantation

difference in size is taken to a new level, with the male twice

and to birds colliding with fences which have been

the size of the female. In the male, the body feathers are

erected to keep young deer out of young plantations. In

dark grey to dark brown, with the breast feathers a dark

addition, the increase in numbers of small predators that

metallic green. The belly and undertail feathers can vary

can prey on capercaillie, for example the red fox,

from black to white. The female feathers are brown with

whose numbers are increasing due to the loss of

black and silver barring on the upper parts whilst on the

large predators, such as the wolf, who prey on the

underside they are more light and a buffish yellow.

smaller predators.

The capercaillie does not migrate and is a sedentary

Since 1960 the Scottish population of capercaillie has

species, living and breeding in mature conifer forests. The

declined greatly because of deer fencing, predation and

Huntly. There he cares for his birds, rearing them from the egg and feeding them on natural foods. They cannot be treated like pheasants as they must have the addition of green foods in their diet, replicating what would be available in the forest. He sells the birds to zoos and also to the Highland Wildlife Park. At the moment we are right in the middle of the breeding season, which starts according to the spring weather progress – March and April – and will continue through May and on into June. At the last count Alistair had 26 eggs. Whilst Alistair normally encourages visitors, during the breeding season visitors are discouraged as the hens are very sensitive to disturbances and can leave the nest. The capercaillie is one of Scotland’s most distinctive birds and Alistair’s efforts to increase their numbers is laudable. Once the breeding season is over he welcomes visitors and is only too happy to share his knowledge and his love of what he does with children and adults alike.

lack of suitable habitat. Figures on record show that there were 10,000 pairs in the 1960s, plummeting to fewer than 1,000 birds in 1999. In our mountainous areas, poorly marked cables for ski lifts have contributed to the declining numbers. One man who is determined to keep the capercaillie firmly on the map is Alistair Mackie, one-time gamekeeper responsible for the breeding of grouse in captivity. He has always been interested in the capercaillie and, realising that their numbers were declining, made contact with Norwegian men who had been breeding the birds for over 30 years. With help from the Scottish Government, Alistair went across to Bergen to meet them. The result is the establishing of his own colony of birds at his home near

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Footsteps of CHARITIES

The Fishwives path follows in the footsteps

In these days gone past the Fishwives of

of the Fishwives of days long gone.

Buckie would head inland carrying creels

The Fishwives path starts at the Buckie &

filled with fish, weighing up to 40lbs, and

District Fishing Heritage Centre and follows

traded, mostly by barter, exchanging fish for

a route of twelve miles to Keith.

milk, butter, cheese, meat, oatmeal, potatoes

The Fishwives path was regenerated in 2013

and household goods. All along the coast

by the Buckie Area Forum in partnership

scores of Fishwives would follow individual

with Keith and Strathisla Regeneration

routes and have their own customers. The

Partnership.

Fishwives made their way over the hill to

The inaugural Fishwives walk took place on

Newmill and on into Keith before heading

the 9th July 2013.

home, carrying the produce they had

There is a superb map and leaflet available

bartered for throughout the day. No rest

for the walk that was designed and

when they got home neither, they had all the

illustrated by John Tasker.

washing, cooking and cleaning to do.

the Fishwives

runners, to take part as possible this year and

help raise money for local charities.

Over the last 5 years the walk has managed to raise £11,500

Please go to the website

www.fishwiveswalk.co.uk to download the entry form. You will also find sponsor forms there.

The Rotary would be delighted if everyone would aim for a minimum sponsorship of £20 although this is not essential for participation. Although it is preferable if you would register in advance, entries will be accepted on the day. The Rotary are assisted on the day by the Keith Explorer Scouts and the Men’s Shed members. On the 23rd the walk starts at Newmill Hall at 10 am, the hall will be open from 9am.

Many of the Fishwives would

Whether you are an experienced runner or just

work well into their 70s having started in

taking part as a bit of fun, everyone will set off at

their early teens.

10 o’clock

If you would like to follow in the Fishwives

The walk finishes at the Buckie and District

footsteps, without the fish!

Heritage Centre.

Sunday 23rd September is the date for this

All further information including all the rules and

year’s fishwives charity walk Keith Rotary

regulations can be found on the website:

would like to encourage as many, walkers or

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Linda and Raymond are endeavouring to encourage family members to get together to purchase vouchers for their youngsters, perhaps as a birthday or Christmas gift, as every little bit of training will help to focus minds on the dangers of believing that “it will never happen to me”. On the day of Rrrrallye, there will be cars from all the different car clubs; motorbikes and the emergency services will be in attendance as well; Roadwise Driver Training and other driving instructors will be there to answer any questions and if you fancy a challenge they will test you if you enter the Driver of the Year. Local charities and fundraising groups will bring along fun games and information stalls. It will be a great day out for all the family but underlying everything will be the message that all drivers need to be made aware of the dangers out there on the roads. Passing your test is just the start of the real learning experience young or old we will never know it all. Statistics prove we all make mistakes. Rrrrallye are doing their bit to at least help reduce the risks to our youngsters. Go along and support this wonderful event

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The Gather’n Cafe What a transformation only a short time ago it was the Clydesdale Bank - now it is a wonderful new café with an alladin’s cave of beautiful gifts. The 3 Bags Wool shop you all know and love is also incorporated at the back. Sarah Nairn Anderson has fulfilled her dream. She has moved and improved over the years but she says “this is it, I am not moving from here” And why would she, it’s perfect. The Gather’n is now open from 8 to 8 seven days a week. Whether it is for a quick coffee and home bake or soup and a toastie for lunch. Everything is homemade and you can sit in and relax in the tastefully decorated café or you can take it away. Sarah has a number of plans for the coming months including her Knit and Natters. She wants locals to come and enjoy the Gather’n and in the winter months it will be available for hire for your own family gather’n. Sarah is also considering other social gatherings and her workshops will return after September. Great news for Aberlour is now the ATM will return on the 11th June. This is a wonderful new addition to Aberlour High St. Don’t take my word for it, get yourself along and see for yourself. You will be made very welcome.

The Gather’n Cafe 89 High Street, Aberlour AB389QB 01340 881749

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by Royal Invitation WEDDING OF THE YEAR

What do you do when you receive a letter through the post with ER - Windsor Castle stamped on the top right hand corner - well, you open it of course.

nside was a personal inviation for attendance to the precincts of Windsor Castle to celebrate the marriage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markel on the 19th May. I had heard on the news that the couple wanted to make their wedding more inclusive.. My daughter and I were among 2,640 'commoners' chosen by the UK's Lord-Lieutenants for our charity work and contributions made to community events in our area. We were among the lucky ones. Four people from each county across the country were invited to travel to Windsor and take up some of the best views of the wedding parade. In preparation for the big day we were contacted by the BBC and invited to upload short film clips of the run up to the wedding - we had to introduce ourselves by way of a short piece to camera - selfie-style, telling them who we were, where we lived and where we were from. These clips were used on the BBC social media pages to promote the wedding headlined 'Meet the Guests'. Thereafter, we had to tell everyone what we would we wear? How would we travel? and how did we feel about attending the wedding. It was awesome of course. I'm particulary fond of Prince

Harry and am inspired by his work with charities, injured exservicemen and women and the Invictus Games. I think he has found his perfect match in Meghan - she is grounded and 'sorted' in her own right and I am sure she will use her new platform to support causes that help the advancement of women. On the day, we arrived in plenty of time. The streets of Windsor at 6am were hushed but with a gentle buzz. Bunting was strewn across the streets and huddles of foreign reporters with cameramen tried to capture the mood of the crowd. Security was tight at the castle with airport-style frisking. But once inside the place was ours. Yes, there were roped off areas but each had prime views of St George's Chapel. 2,640 people were easily lost within the castle grounds.

Yours for $28,500... Each guest was presented with a wedding gift bag: a small hessian bag containing a large chocolate coin, a fridge magnet, a bottle of water, shortbread and an order of service. Needless to say that these are now collectors' items and many are appearing on Ebay. The first one sold went for an eye-watering $28,500. Hopefully all proceeds went to charity!

We took up position opposite the chapel entrance where we saw the star-studded guests arrive; George Clooney, Elton John, Serena Williams, Oprah Winfrey, David and Victoria Beckham, James Corden to name a few. The Royal cars arrived dropping off HM the Queen and Prince Philip, Prince Charles and Camilla and the rest of the Royal family at a separate entrance. Prince William and Harry strolled into the chapel via the main steps followed a few minutes later by the bridal procession. Personally, I found the moment when Meghan entered the chapel on her own particularly moving. How brave, how beautiful in her stunning, simplistic wedding gown by Givenchy's Clare Waight Keller. The service was broadcast across the grounds - the crowd settled and listened. There were no distracting big

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screens - just music and words. The Rev Michael Curry with his rip-roaring sermon about fire and love the sure highlight. The wedding ceremony itself was different in the way it combined very British tradition and pageantry with diversity and modernity as the bride's cultural heritage was incorporated. The fact that she is bi-racial has very special meaning around the Commonwealth which she and Harry will be touring. The monarchy will be stronger for it. Fiona Hill 25

Whisky

The team behind the annual Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival brings you for the 3rd year Spirit of Speyside: Distilled. Some of the world’s best whisky distillers are uniting under one roof on their own doorstep – Speyside. But that’s not all. Speyside’s whisky distillers will be in good company as our award-winning brewers, gin crafters, shortbread, chocolate makers and others, will be joining us at one of the four sessions on the 31st August and the

beers and gins from our renowned region (and take home a bottle or two) and discover flavours from the meadows to the sea whilst having a good time, join us.

1st September 2018 in Elgin Town Hall.

What’s more, being in Speyside, there are distilleries galore to be found close-by. Over 50, to be more precise. Think of Spirit of Speyside: Distilled as a pass to get your group together and make a weekend of it. Because after you’ve enjoyed Distilled, there’s plenty more to uncover.

So, if you’re looking for an event that lets you meet and learn from the whisky masters, sample the best drams,

For more information please visit www.distilled.scot.

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Scotland’s traditional national spirit, malt whisky, is

central Scotland. But sales of gin are now overtaking

enjoyed all over the world and has become one of

whisky in the UK and in many other markets too.

Scotland’s most valuable tourist attractions. Over 20% of

Scotland’s new gin producers are a refreshing group of

all visitors to our country enjoy a tour of a whisky distillery

people, with great stories, and recipes to share. Some

and visitor numbers grow year after year. It wasn’t always

began their gin journey in their garage or kitchen, and are

so though. Distillery Visitor Centres are a relatively new

progressing to a fully equipped distillery.

phenomenon and only became widespread during the

already there and offering tours and tastings. Over 70

1990s.

Some are

They are now a lucrative income stream for

exist and the number is growing almost weekly. One

the distillers, and justify significant investment to ensure

thing they all have in common however, is a desire to

they reflect the quality credentials of the brands they exist

produce good quality, uniquely flavoured gin and to

to serve.

create brands with a strong and growing following.

Scotland now has a new spirit however. Grown out of the

With a twenty year career in whisky marketing for some of

traditional skills which produced whisky, gin is whisky’s

the category’s biggest brands, Aberlour business woman

little sister, for now. Over 70% of gin consumed in the UK

Liz Robson watched the growth of Scotland’s gins with

is produced in Scotland, although to be fair much of that

interest. When the offer of redundancy came knocking,

is the mass-produced gin from the spirit factories of

Liz could see a clear path to a collaborative business in

Liz Robson

And so Ginspired

membership fee, payable monthly or annually, and are

Scotland was born:- a website to offer the information

promoted through a schedule of social media posts,

visitors need to include Scottish Gin in their holiday

blogging, suggested itineraries, news features and media

plans, and offer a fresh reason to visit some of

contacts.

Scotland’s less obvious tourist destinations. Visits to

Ginspired Scotland has been endorsed by the Association of

gin producers and many conversations with industry

Scottish Craft Distillers and other industry bodies. The gin

bodies and gin experts followed over several months,

producers themselves have been very supportive as they

in order to land on a model which would offer value for

develop their brands and aspire to reach new markets,

all. The result is the custom built ‘Gincyclopedia’, which

which the tourism industry offers them through this

allows visitors to search each area of Scotland on a

unique collaboration.

Scotland’s exciting new spirit.

map or by drop down option, showing which gin brands are based in that area. Each brand page then shows if tours and tastings are available, and additionally recommends local places to eat, drink and stay, as well as retailers of their products. Businesses which appear on the site are charged a modest

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Gin & Tourism a r efr eshing combinat ion

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A Taste Natural Beauty A Taste of of Natural Beauty driveSpeyside along Speyside you enjoying the majestic A drive A along has youhas enjoying the majestic of the snow-capped and mountains, sceneryscenery of the snow-capped hills andhills mountains, while while fast flowing of whisky’s followingfollowing the fastthe flowing waters waters of whisky’s most most river and passing the and towns and famous famous river and passing through through the towns which still depend the production of villages villages which still depend on the on production of Scotland’s drink. One suchisvillage is Rothes, Scotland’s nationalnational drink. One such village Rothes, four malt distilleries and Forsyth’s boastingboasting four malt distilleries and Forsyth’s Copper Copper works,manufacturing a vast portion of the copper... works,manufacturing a vast portion of the copper...

...stills used in the whisky industry.

Set on the

roundabout on the north end of the village, almost secretly located off the beaten track, is Glen Grant Distillery with its Victorian Garden and Coffee Shop. The distillery was founded in 1840 by the Grant brothers James and John and was the only distillery to be named after its founders as historically most were named after the nearby rivers which supplied their water.

In the late 1800s the distillery was

bequeathed to young James Grant, better known as Major Grant.

Along with his passion for whisky

making he had a love for traveling.

He would

forgetting his desire to be self-sustaining, the Major

regularly head off to different parts of Africa,

developed a 20 acre garden in the grounds of his

exploring the country and learning about their

distillery where his team of gardeners grew all the

culture. Back at the distillery, during this time, the

indigenous vegetables you would have expected to

Major was the first person in the area to purchase a

find in this era, along with the exotic fruits and

motor car and was generating electricity from the

plants brought back from Africa. His desire to

river water at the distillery to provide street lights in

grow these exotic plants led to the building of

the village. As well as returning from his trips with

massive greenhouses next to his mansion house,

fascinating stories of the African way of life, the

neighbouring the distillery. Although these buildings

Major had another cargo. These were plants and

are no longer, you can still appreciate the sheer size

fruits. With a huge interest in gardening and never

of the house as the footprint is today the visitorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; carpark which looks down on the still.

In his

greenhouses the Major grew melons, peaches and other exotic fruits of the time while in the garden he grew a vast array of plants, from the traditional rhododendrons and conifer trees to the native flowers of Africa along with a large collection of fruit trees, some of which are still standing today. The garden was left to grow wild for many years as the distillery ownership changed hands with the emphasis on whisky production more than heritage. In 1996 under the ownership of Seagram the gardens were restored to their former glory.

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Reducing the gardens to 5 acres, the project saw a

Displayed for sale in the coffee shop is the

team of architects and horticulturists resurrect the

work of Duffus artist Bee Struthers. Bee,

gardens, sourcing the original plants which the Major

who regularly hosts exhibitions of her work

had returned with almost a century earlier. As well as

around the country, has produced a

the reconstruction of the gardens there was the

selection of mixed media original pictures

refurbishment of the gorge path which creates a

exclusively to sell in the coffee shop.

circular walk around the top of the garden.

For visitors with children, there is an

Today, under the ownership of Italian drinks giant

animal hunt in the garden to keep them

Campari, the grounds are cared for by a team of specialists and are very much applauded by all who

animals hidden in the trail a goody bag awaits them back in the visitors centre.

visit them.

During the recent upgrade of the visitor centre the coffee shop was also given a facelift, making it the ideal place to visit after a stroll in the garden or if you just happen to be looking for a new venue to visit for a coffee, home bakes or bowl of soup and a sandwich.

To WIN a tour for four around the distillery and a bottle of Glen Grant 12 Year old Whisky see COMPETITION PAGE

occupied. When they have found all of the

Discover something for all the family Coffee Shop: Try our range of Illy Italian coffees, soup and sandwiches or tantalise your tastebuds with our homebakes. Whisky Tour: Follow the production process and enjoy a tasting. Gardens: Walk around secluded Victorian Gardens, see the waterfall, glimpse deer and red squirrels - enjoy a picnic. Shop: Choose from Exclusive Glen Grant merchandise. Buy our range of quality single malt whiskies.

OPENING TIMES April to October (inclusive) Monday - Saturday 9.30am - 5pm (Last tour 4pm) Sunday 11am - 5pm (Last tour 4pm) November to March (inclusive) Monday - Saturday 9.30am - 4.30pm (Last tour 3.30pm) Sunday CLOSED Tours leave regularly. Booking advised 01340 832118

ADMISSION Admission charge is ÂŁ7.50 for the Glen Grant Distillery Tour. Children under 18 years old are free of charge. Children under the age of 8 are not admitted to the production areas, though they are welcome in the visitor centre and garden where they can discover the Animal Trail.

Glen Grant Distillery, Rothes, Aberlour AB38 7BS â&#x20AC;˘ Tel +44 (0)1340 832118

www.glengrant.com

S&D Harper Bringing outdoors to life S & D Harper was founded by Syd and Dorothy Harper in

They also stock a full range of Thule roof bars and

1964 and has grown over the years to be one of the most

boxes and carry a large choice of cycle carriers from

respected caravan dealers in the North of Scotland. The

this quality brand.

business, run by their sons Stuart and Dougie since 1990, not only stocks new caravans from Swift and Elddis but

There’s a range of trailers in stock, from those suitable

also has a wide range of used caravans.

for gardening to light commercial use. The shop stocks

The company is a principal dealer for Calor Gas and is one

a full range of trailer parts and the all the essentials you

of the largest wholesalers and retailers of Calor Gas in

need to keep your trailer in tip top condition.

Scotland. They provide a reliable delivery service throughout Moray and the surrounding areas. The shop in Edgar Road stocks all the caravanning and camping essentials required as well as many other leisure products from well known suppliers such as Cadac, Kampa, Vango, Thule and Broil King. Whether you are looking for a camping stove or maybe just some outdoor wine glasses or tableware, there’s a variety of products to choose from. If you are looking for a quality barbecue then look no further than Broil King. From the compact Gem 320 to the Sovereign XL90 there is a barbecue to suit everyone’s budget. There is an assembly and local delivery service available and you can also purchase those essential accessories such as tongs, grill plate and covers. 34

Their sister company Elgin Container Storage offers cost effective containerised storage services at Ashgrove, Elgin and has 24hr access and CCTV recording.

Their workshop at Ashgrove, is located a short distance from the premises on Edgar Road, and is fully equipped to offer a full range of caravan and motorhome servicing and repairs together with a tow bar supply and fitting service. Tow bars can be fitted with vehicle specific wiring kits and computer coded which will not affect the manufacturer warranty of your vehicle. The experienced team, led by Dougie, are experts in all aspects of caravan maintenance and can supply and fit a wide range of accessories including Powrtouch movers, the market

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leader with an unrivalled 5 year guarantee.

Opening Times Mon-Fri 8.30am - 5.30pm, Sat 9am - 5pm, Sun 1pm - 4pm Tel 01343 546295 / 547522 Fax 01343 540604 sales@sdharper.co.uk â&#x20AC;˘ www.sdharper.co.uk S&D Harper Ltd, Edgar Rd, Elgin IV30 6YQ

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DELNASHAUGH BALLINDALLOCH

A friendly country pub, welcoming guests from down the road and around the world

There is a marvellous word in the Scots language that sums up everything that is warm and homely and produces feelings that are akin to â&#x20AC;&#x153;hairy worms around your heartâ&#x20AC;?. That word is couthy and it is the most perfect word to use to describe the Delnashaugh Hotel. The hotel is stunningly situated in a wooded glen, close to Ballindalloch Castle, in the heart of Speyside, home to wonderful distilleries producing world-renowned single malts. For centuries this historic inn has been providing

hearty meals, refreshing ales and comfortable home-from-home accommodation for locals and visitors alike. It is under new management, having recently (just a little more than six months ago) been taken over by Andrew and Fiona Laing and their family, which includes daughters, son and sister. Everyone pitches in and the family feel is evident the minute you walk through the door.

The chilli chicken and steak are equally impressive, very substantial portions beautifully presented. We ask about the chef, to be told his name is Alan and he is a recent arrival from Ayr. All I can say is that Ayr’s loss is Delnashaugh’s gain. A small proportion of the chilli chicken returns to the kitchen; not because there was anything wrong with it – far from it – but it was just too much to finish. The chef is very, very generous with his portions and it is because of this that I do not order a dessert. My two companions, on the other We three arrive on a sunny but chilly early evening to be

hand, are not to be deterred and one asks for a medley of ice-creams and the other her signature cheesecake. I get

confronted by a roaring fire in the bar area. Nothing quite

a chance to sample the cheesecake (which was extremely

does it like an open fire and it is no wonder that soft comfy

scrumptious and very more-ish) but no-one gets a chance

armchairs have been pulled up close by a party of residents, intent on reading the papers and enjoying a pre-dinner

with the ice-cream because it has disappeared at the speed of light.

leisurely drink. The mood has been set. The three of us

We decline a night-cap because we are all driving but I can

automatically relax and start the unwinding process that will see us still there many hours later. Non-residents are made very welcome at the Delnashaugh and we are led to our table by an attentive waitress, handed the menus and given more than enough time to make our choices. There is nothing worse than being hurried along. As well as the set menu there are special chef’s dishes of the day and, of course, this makes it even more difficult to decide. After much deliberation we plump for pate, haggis bon-bons and prawn cocktail, to be followed by the Delnashaugh special burger, chilli chicken and a steak plus, naturally, all the usual trimmings. We have all made our individual choices but that does not stop each of us eyeing our neighbour’s dish with envy. Maybe next time we will do as they do in Greece and have a mezze, putting everything in the middle of the table for all to enjoy. Not much talking goes on during the enjoyment of the starters, just a succession of little noises of appreciation. We start the blethering again once the plates are cleared away and we await the main course. Much oohs welcome our mains. The burger has to be seen to be believed and we ask if you are meant to climb it or eat it. It is a masterpiece of a balancing act and if it tastes as good as it looks ….. but will he finish everything? (He does, by the way!)

imagine that if you are a resident you might just be tempted to have an after-dinner single malt in front of that mesmeric open fire. The oak panelled bar with its comprehensive selection of single malts and a most interesting family of artisan gins would beckon and tempt you to stay, deep in conversation until the wee sma’ hours. Andrew and Fiona may be relatively new to the Delnashaugh but they have already made their mark with their warm, friendly welcome and seasonal dishes to tempt and satisfy every taste. There are plans afoot too, the first of which has just been completed; An amazing new decking area to the front which cantilevers over the steep bank and offers views across the river to the hills beyond. In the summer months this will be the scene of countless barbecues – nothing quite

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beats eating al fresco. Whether you are stopping for a morning coffee, afternoon tea, lunch or dinner or are lucky enough to be staying in one of their well-appointed rooms, you can be sure of one thing – the welcome you will get will be just like stepping into a friend’s house. Bring the dog, kick your shoes off and relax – because you will be at home.

DELNASHAUGH HOTEL BALLINDALLOCH

A friendly country pub welcoming guests from down the road and around the world 8 twin/double en-suite rooms Lunch from 12 noon-2.30pm Dinner 5pm-8.30pm. Open for coffee and drinks We can also cater for private functions (birthday parties, anniversaries, small weddings, funeral teas, etc.) The Delnashaugh Hotel, Ballindalloch, Banffshire AB37 9AS • Phone: 01807 500379 Email: enquiries@delnashaughhotel.com

A full range of bakes, breads and celebration cakes Healthier bakes with low sugar and fat content No additives, preservatives or commercial processes

Fiona Forrest Catering

The Market Café at the Huntly Mart Tues – Sun 8-30am to 4pm The Ward, Huntly AB54 4QU

Granny Bakes Only the highest quality, locally produced, ingredients Scottish grown and milled wheat flours. Our breads are produced using traditional methods No improvers and enzyme additives Members of the Real Bread campaign Granny Bakes 1 Strait Path, Banff AB45 1AD Tel 01261 818895

...now at Huntly Golf Club Cooper Park AB54 4SH Every weekend l Afternoon teas l Functions l Sunday carvery coming soon! Contact Fiona 01466 794795 or 07917 532020

Elgin’s Premier INDIAN RESTAURANT Est. 1987 BUFFET NIGHT EVERY MONDAY Eat all you can for £15.95

3 COURSE BUSINESS LUNCH From £4.95 - £10.95 Mon-Sat 12noon – 2pm TAKEAWAY SERVICE AVAILABLE Orders over £25 - free delivery in Elgin 10% discount on collected meals

Whatever the occasion choose the QISMAT Tandoori Freshly cooked food and personal service Outside catering also available

Mon-Thurs & Sun 5pm-10pm Fri & Sat 5pm-10.30pm For bookings call: 01343 541461 or 540785 202 – 204 High St, Elgin IV30 1BA www.qismat.restaurant info@qismat.restaurant

No. 2 The Square Huntly AB54 8AE The Bank Café & Restaurant

(Only 10 mins walk from Huntly Train Station) No. 2 The Square Huntly AB54 8AE (Only 10 mins walk from Huntly Train Station) Café Open Wednesday - Sunday 10.30am-3.30pm Closed Every Mon & Tues Café Open: Wed - Sun 11am - 3.30pm Lunch Served Noon - 2.30pm

Autumn Opening Hours (Closed Every Mon & Tues) Afternoon Teas every Sat & Sun Lunch Served Noon - 2.30pm

2.30pm – 4.00pm Pre-booking essential

Afternoon Teas Every Saturday & Sunday Restaurant Open 2.30pm – 4.00pm (Pre-booking essential)

Friday, Saturday & Sunday - 5.30pm till late

Restaurant Open

Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

Every Friday & Saturday 6.00pm till late we offer special burger hour (5.30pm-6.30pm), Dinner (last food order 8.30pm) PLUS a new sharing menu with cocktails, wines and beers

Reservations: 07955 710755

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Christmas Lunch & Dinner served throughout December Evening meals Friday & Saturdays, with specials every week!

Reservations: 07955 710755 www.thebankhuntly.co.uk Find us on

KIDS EAT FREE! With every adult main meal purchased between 4.30-6.30pm Fully licenced with a large selection of craft beers & spirits Soak up the sunshine with our new outdoor seating! Iced lattes using the best coffee around! Keep your eyes peeled for delicious additions in the cake cabinet by our manager Claire Open Tues-Sun Reidhaven Square, Keith See website for seasonal opening hours www.squarerootscafe.co.uk Email: info@squarerootscafe.co.uk Tel: 07955 890971

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The Sun Dancer, Bar and Restaurant is a two storey building which includes a restaurant with breath taking views looking over the firth, that has a range of drinks including cocktails and an a la carte menu to suit all tastes, a small cafĂŠ on the lower level with lovely treats. Located at Nairnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Harbour. Harbour Street, Nairn IV12 4PH 01667 370037 http://sun-dancer.co.uk/contact/4591830913 info@sundancer.uk.com

To book call 01667 370037

or email info@sundancer.uk.com

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Sit-in or takeaway Weekly Specials FREE tea or coffee and bread & butter with every sit-in meal

FOCHABERS FISH BAR OPEN Sun-Thurs 4pm-8pm Fri & Sat 4pm - 8-30pm 19 High Street Fochabers Tel 01343 820320

THE KNOWES HOTEL RESTAURANT AND FUNCTION SUITE

The best, fresh local produce creating simple modern-day British cuisine Providing customers with great service based on a friendly and professional approach Family-run business with a local team

Weddings, anniversaries, private events, afternoon tea Lunches, evening dining, Sunday roasts, high teas 8 ensuite rooms with fantastic sea views THE KNOWES HOTEL RESTAURANT AND FUNCTION SUITE

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Channel 5 have a 4 episode documentary ‘Life as a Fisherman’ coming to your television screens in Sept /Oct this year. Before embarking on the gruelling 12 days on the Genesis BF505 to be put through their paces, the TV crew and Celebrities spent 4 nights at the Knowes Hotel in Macduff. It would certainly appear from the tweets and comments that they were all well looked after by Wayne, Linda and the team. Wayne expressed his delight at having been chosen by Channel 5. “What an experience and pleasure it has been having these 3 celebrities stay with us for the past 4 nights along with the channel 5 film crew.” Shane Lynch, Boyzone Star, singer songwriter and recent housemate in Celebrity Big Brother Antony Worrall Thompson, Restaurateur, celebrity chef, television presenter and radio broadcaster. Ben Cohen MBE, former England rugby union star who appeared on strictly come dancing in 2013. “They were all a pleasure to serve from start to finish. I had a few conversations over a cup of tea at breakfast about their everyday life, demands and media attention. They also showed a lot of interest in what we do too and asked to have a look round the kitchen and hotel. It was all very relaxed, which is what we want here at the Knowes. They also took time over the weekend to take pictures with our staff & customers and weren’t phased by the attention they were receiving. I would just like say thank you to all and send best wishes to Alan and David Watt of Genesis BF505. Good luck to the celebrities as they jump on board the Genesis to experience the reality of ‘life as a fisherman’ ”

Wayne, Linda and team

The Knowes Hotel Team • 01261 458000

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Meet...

The Trad Project Local band The Trad Project has graduated from the pub scene and is hitting some big stages this summer... Their driving, upbeat tunes and original Celtic-Folk-Rock songs are tight and riff-heavy. The Indie-style vocals of lead-singer Calum Mackenzie Jones mix with Angus Montgomery's dangerous drumming, Euan MacPhail's firey fiddling and Shannon Marley's bass - an awesome chick who rocks in her high heels. This brand new band is set to hit the festival scene running in 2018 with gigs and concerts across Scotland from Tiree to Belladrum. At the end of May this talented group of local teenagers supported the award-winning group Elephant Sessions at Inverness's top venue The Ironworks â&#x20AC;&#x201C; attracting an audience of more than 1,000 on the night and at Gordon Castle Games where the tent was jumping. These two gigs alone have catapulted the band to the next level. And they can certainly hold their own - with Calum's wit and stage presence The Trad Project has the audience in the palm of their hands. It is rumoured that the Elephant Sessions is keen to have them as their warm-up act at future gigs. Be one of the first to catch this new band live - locally you can see them at Speyfest in July or why not travel a bit further afield you won't be disappointed. 44

...with Elephant Sessions at the end of May at The Ironworks, Inverness

Upcoming gigs...

The Trad Project

10th June – Eden Music Festival 16th June – Killin Music Festival 13th-15th July – Tiree Music festival 27th-29th July – Speyfest 2nd-5th August – Belladrum

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From left to right: Euan MacPhail - Elgin Shannon Marley - Nairn Calum Mackenzie Jones - Buckie and Angus Montgomery - Huntly

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Ask The Audiologist Mallory Peter, audiologist at Specsavers Elgin answers the most commonly asked questions and myths about hearing and hearing aids... Why should I get a hearing test? We tend to take our hearing for granted but it can deteriorate very gradually over time and a hearing loss can impact your lifestyle and other aspects of your general health and wellbeing without you realising. So it’s important to get your hearing checked regularly. If the loss is identified sooner rather than later, it’s easily resolved in most cases.

How will I know if I have a hearing loss? Everyone experiences hearing loss in different ways, so it’s hard to say exactly. However there are symptoms that are more common than others, such as difficulty following group conversations or feeling that ‘everyone mumbles these days!’ I usually ask my patients question such as: Has someone suggested that you’re not hearing as well as before? 46

Do you tend to have the TV much louder than others? Do you avoid certain activities or even simple phone calls because they’re hard work? Do any of these scenarios ring a bell, you should have your hearing checked.

What will happen when I come for a test? Will I need hearing aids straight away? At Specsavers the hearing checks are free, quick and non-invasive. We check the physical health of the ear and assess your hearing levels to form a thorough prescription. From that we can advise on what the next steps are. If the results suggest you would benefit from hearing aids then we discuss all aspects of your hearing and which devices will best suit your needs.

Are the small in-the-ear aids more expensive? No, in-the-ear aids are no more expensive than any other style. Prices are based on level of technology and

the aids capabilities, not on size. There’s no need to worry however, as the majority of hearing aid styles are very discreet these days and not like the devices your parents may have worn.

Will the hearing aids cut out background noise?

Once I get hearing aids will I depend on them? Only as much as you may depend on your glasses to see clearly! You’ll feel as though you want to wear them more often when you experience a great improvement to your hearing.

Will my hearing get worse if I wear hearing aids? Your hearing naturally deteriorates over time in the same way your sight does, but not due to wearing hearing aids. Some people do notice a difference in their hearing after wearing them for long periods of time, however this is only an illusion. A hearing aid can highlight how much the wearer has actually been missing, and when the hearing aid is removed, the loss is just more noticeable.

Will my hearing aid whistle? No, a well fitted hearing device should not whistle whilst worn in the ear. It is the nature of the aid to ‘give feedback’ or whistle when the aid isn’t inserted correctly or there is a build-up of wax, but these issues are very easily dealt with.

Can I sleep with my hearing aids in? Do you sleep with you glasses on? Only by accident, maybe! We recommend you take them out at night for comfort.

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No, hearing aids won’t cut out all background noise. If a device did this, your day-to-day environment would sound very unnatural and could also be dangerous in certain situations. We do however have a selection of devices which can successfully assist in difficult, noisy environments.

What happens if I do not get on with my hearing aids? We take great care to cater to all types of patients and their particular needs. If we find however that we can’t get you to where you want to be with your hearing and you are not satisfied, we do offer a full 90 day money back guarantee with all of our devices. As audiologists we strive to get the best hearing possible for our patients, simply because we know the right hearing aid can change an individual’s life. .

Mallory Peter, Audiologist at Specsavers High St, Elgin IV30 1BJ - 01343 552204

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“I was pretty nervous on my first night being the Sarah Dougan who supports 190 people in Cullen Slimming World to lose weight each week says men shouldn’t be shy about joining a slimming group as more and more blokes are giving it a try and the evidence shows they actually lose more weight than women.

youngest there at age 15, but from the moment I walked into the group everyone made me feel really welcome. There were other guys there too which helped put me at ease. Now those strangers are my new mates, willing me on to do well each week. We have a good laugh in group, as well as share

Sarah was talking about Men’s Health week which this year

challenges, our plans for overcoming them, ideas for

is focusing on obesity and the dangers of carrying excess

getting fit and active and plenty of recipes.”

weight around the waist.

“I used to eat mostly meals that were fried or had

Sarah says: “Weight problems are common among both

creamy sauces and ate very few vegetables. However,

men and women, but figures show that men typically keep

by making a few small changes to the way my

weight worries to themselves.

favourite meals are cooked, I can ensure they’re still

“The good news though, is that more and more men are

filling and full of flavour, and also good for my

becoming open to the idea of getting support and there are

waistline.

now more than 60,000 men using Slimming World groups around the country. Many in our Moray groups. “There are lots of reasons why the programme works well

I can serve up a hearty weekend breakfast like a plateful of eggs, bacon, tomatoes, mushrooms, baked beans and toast - and still lose weight,”.

for men. Our generous Food Optimising eating plan means it’s possible to satisfy even the biggest of appetites and,

Steven also said “I’m more active now too, I now love

whether it’s steak and home-baked chips, a Sunday Roast

to play rugby instead of sitting in front of the TV.

or a spicy curry, you can still enjoy all of your favourite

Thanks to the great support from Sarah and the Cullen

meals – and with a beer on the side too, if you so wish.

group, and my newly formed habits, I know that this

We’d love to welcome more blokes to group and so my message to men who are worried about their weight is to come and see, there are more men doing it than you think!”

fitter, healthier me is here to stay. If anything, I’d say to other men just to give it a go! You have nothing to lose other than the weight you’ve always wanted to shed! It might just change your life like it has mine.”

Father and son Stephen (3.5st lost) and Robbie Lawson (4st lost) from Portknockie, who come along as a family with

Anyone who’d like to lose weight and join Slimming

wife Evelyn said

World are welcome at any of our local groups.

“ this has been one of the best things I’ve ever done. I

We also welcome 11-15 years olds who come free

thought slimming groups were just for women and not my

with a paying adult. To find out more visit

cup of tea at all – but seeing how well people from my area

www.slimmingworld.co.uk or call Sarah on

were doing I decided I had nothing to lose by giving it a try”.

07872474544.

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ELGIN Elgin City Football Club, Borough Briggs Rd Tuesdays 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tel: Shirley 07434 164091

LOSSIEMOUTH Community Centre, Coulardbank Road Thursdays 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tel: Joyce 07813 559850

NEW CONSULTANT CULLEN Bowling & Tennis Club, Reidhaven Place Mondays 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tel: Anne 07792 592995

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HUNTLY Huntly Ex-Servicemens Club 59 Gordon Street 3.30pm, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tel: Gillian 07955 793209

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BANFF The Boys Brigade Hall (YMCA) Seafield Street 9.30am Tel: Ashley 07528 404019

CULLEN Bowling & Tennis Club Reidhaven Place Mondays 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tel: Anne 07792 592995

BANFF The Boys Brigade Hall (YMCA) Seafield Street 3.30pm, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tel: Ashley 07528 404019

ELGIN Elgin City Football Club Borough Briggs Road 9.30am Tel: Shirley 07434 164091

KEITH Legion Scotland Keith & District 63A Balloch Road 3.30pm, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tel: Dawn 07763 032849

HOPEMAN Hopeman Bowling Club Forsyth Street 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tel: June 07730

FOCHABERS The Scout Hall Christie Place 9.30am, 11.30am, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tel: Shelley 07792 359398

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DUFFTOWN Commercial Hotel Church Street 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tel: Janice 01340 820796

ELGIN New Elgin & Ashgrove Public Hall Land Street 5.45pm & 7.30pm Tel: Janice 01340 820796

BUCKIE Buckpool Golf Course Barhill Road 3.30pm, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tel: Dawn 07763 032849

ELGIN Elgin City Football Club Borough Briggs Road Tuesdays 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tel: Shirley 07434 164091

TURRIFF Baden Powell Centre Baden Powell Road 3.30pm, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tel: Lindsay 07815 995968

CULLEN Bowling & Tennis Club Reidhaven Place 8.00am & 10.00am Tel: Sarah 07872 474544

ELGIN Eight Acres Hotel Morriston Road 9.30am Tel: Lenore 07795 364354

ELGIN Eight Acres Hotel Morriston Road 3.30pm, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tel: Lenore 07795 364354

FORRES The Royal British Legion Tolbooth Street 7.30am, 9.30am, 11.30am, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tel: Kay 07768 131676

LOSSIEMOUTH Community Centre Coulardbank Road Thursdays 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tel: Joyce 07813 559850 FRIDAYS LOSSIEMOUTH Community Centre Coulardbank Road 7.30am & 9.30am Tel: Sarah 07872 474544

SATURDAYS ELGIN New Elgin & Ashgrove Public Hall Land Street 9.30am Tel: Kirsty 07595 882258

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Motivate my day! Moray’s Year of Young People 2018 celebrates leadership in wellbeing. Locally we’ve already seen young people celebrated at Moray Community Awards. Winners included Cameron Main who won Ultimate Champion for his work setting up Abbie’s Sparkle Foundation, also Beaver leader Laura Smith, who has set up numerous activities and projects to inspire young women. Such inspirational stories prove that young people can lead in making change in Moray and in their own lives. Top wellbeing events include a family fun day in Elgin’s Cooper Park with inflatables and activity stations each based on a positive motivational theme such as: ‘motivate my day’, ‘super-size your self-esteem’ and ‘team up for the tough stuff’. Funds raised from the £1.50 entrance go to improving mental health services for young people through charity MQ.

Above: Moray School Bank Fundraisers Hannah Ross, Bria Kelly, Reanna Stephen, Aimee Hay and Molly Bailey. Left: Speyside Arts & Craft Club. Moray Wellbeing Hub is sending volunteer youth workers to be trained in Ireland this summer to support Moray youngsters to become mental health Champions as part of their existing social movement, hoping to give them the tools to strengthen what is already happening locally. After all, who could be better to lead new projects than local young people themselves!

Feelgood Fitness

with Petra Pennington

Colourful egg on toast lunch SERVES 2

Try this healthy, tasty, quick recipe for lovely summer days... feel energised and ready for your afternoon in the sunshine - warm inside, warm outside - perfect!

1 medium sized fresh beetroot 1 yellow or red pepper 4 slices wholemeal or seeded bread 1 ripe avocado Black pepper 4 sundried tomato halves, chopped Large handful mixed spicy salad leaves, or mix of rocket and lettuce 2 fresh free-range eggs Parmigiano Reggiano or Grana Padano - parmesan! FOR THE DRESSING: 1 tbsp olive oil 1 heaped tsp Dijon mustard 1 heaped tsp honey 3 tsp cider vinegar Peel and slice the beetroot and slice into thin rounds. Cut the pepper into halves, deseed, and slice into half rings. Spread out both vegetables onto a baking tray and dry roast at 200Â°C for 15 minutes or until the peppers are starting to brown at the edges and the beetroot slices start to kink and curl. You should end up with sweet, tender veg that still holds its shape; rescue them before they turn too crispy. Set aside to cool. Bring water to the boil in a small, shallow saucepan or frying pan. Meanwhile, toast 4 slices wholemeal or seeded bread and top with slices of ripe avocado. Split the whole fruit between the four toasts and crush or spread on. Season with black pepper. Serve 2 toasts per plate. Divide the beetroot and pepper

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equally between the plates, letting them overlap the toasts. Add the sundried tomatoes and salad leaves. Carefully crack the eggs into the boiling water and turn down to a simmer. If the eggs are really fresh, they should automatically form a neat compact shape without any need for tricks like adding salt, vinegar or swirling the water. In the minute or so your eggs will take to cook, make up your salad dressing. In an empty jam jar, measure out and shake up all the ingredients to emulsify.

Gently fish the eggs out of the water when the white is just firm and the yolk has been sealed but is still runny. Place on top of the middle of each mound of salad. Drizzle all with the salad dressing and sprinkle with shavings of parmesan. Enjoy!

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15-24 MORAY WALKING & OUTDOOR FESTIVAL 10 days of events for all abilities.

16 BIG WATCH AT THE BROCH Watch for whales and Dolphins and learn more about our marine life at Burghead Headland. FARMER’S MARKET Elgin Farmer’s Market returns to the Plainstones.

24 EL-CON ELGIN COMIC CON 2018 Elgin’s first Comic Book Convention in Elgin Town Hall. Tickets £6 - £12 www.elgincomiccon.net

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