Small City Culture Mini-Zine 2017

“Mini guides to Perthshire� in collaboration with perth city centre

CULTURE IN PERTHSHIRE breathtaking sights, great days out and fascinating experiences all just a short drive from Perth city

erthshire is an area bursting with culture and this love of the arts, history and heritage was the driving force behind our bid to become the UK City of Culture 2021.

Our social calendar is brimming with events and throughout many different venues you will find a celebration of art, theatre, literature, history and film.

As well as the traditional routes to culture in our many museums, galleries

and theatres you will find unique offerings such as the community owned Birks Cinema in Aberfeldy and the historic Innerpeffray Library near Crieff.

The rich cultural tapestry of the area is bolstered by an active creative community who bring Perthshire to life through their work. Much of this art, sculpture and design can be found for sale in our cultural venues do keep an eye out for it as you explore.

Birnam Arts Centre There’s always something going on at Birnam Arts, which has become renowned as a cultural hub. Offering fantastic events including live music, comedy, theatre and art exhibitions, this popular venue has grown to become one of Scotland’s favourites.

Be sure to visit the famed Beatrix Potter Exhibition and grab a bite in the familyfriendly Foyer Café.

Open: 10am - 4.30pm daily Location: PH8 0DS, Dunkeld, 13 miles north of Perth.

Cost: £3pp with discount for groups While You’re Here: Why not stop off and grab a Fish & Chips at the famous Dunkeld Fish Bar! birnamarts.com

Culture PK At the heart of Perth’s cultural community, Culture PK breathes life into Perthshire’s museums, galleries, archives and local history services.

As well as this, they also host many events each year including exhibitions, workshops, author visits and family activities.

Visit their website for full listings and opening hours.

Perth City Centre Attractions Perth Museum AK Bell Library Ferguson Gallery Opening times vary see: culturepk.org.uk

Pitlochry Festival Theatre Set into the hills of Highland Perthshire, Pitlochry Festival Theatre holds a unique place in Scottish culture, with a talented cast and crew producing six shows which change daily throughout the summer months.

Lovers of theatre and culture should book a short break whereby you can stay two days and see three plays, in this beautiful award-winning venue.

Check pitlochryfestivaltheatre.com for current shows, performance times and pricing information.

Location: PH16 5DR, Pitlochry, 27 miles from Perth City Centre.

While You’re Here: Visit the newly opened Pitlochry Dam, or enjoy a walk to the Queen’s View.

Library of Innerpeffray In a tranquil rural setting by the River Earn, you will discover a museum where you can quite literally connect with Scotland’s past.

Innerpeffray Library is Scotland’s oldest free, public lending library and it is steeped in history that goes back to Roman times. This is a must-visit venue and an unforgettable experience of Scottish heritage.

Open: From Wednesday to Saturday, 10am - 4.45pm, closing 12.45 - 2pm for lunch. Open on Sundays 2pm - 4pm.

Closed from November to February.

Location: PH7 3RF, near Crieff, 16 miles from Perth City Centre.

Cost: £7.50 (under 16s go FREE) innerpeffraylibrary.co.uk

The Birks Cinema The Birks is a wonderful communityowned cinema which was lovingly returned to its former glory in 2012.

Famed for its art deco architecture, the building is steeped in history and has become a Perthshire icon.

Classic films, new releases, interactive exhibitions and live broadcasts are all shown from the 100-seat auditorium.

Check birkscinema.co.uk for showtimes information Location: PH15 2DA, Aberfeldy, 30 miles from Perth City Centre Cost: Adult ticket – £7.50 While You’re Here: Take a swim at the Breadalbane Community Campus or tackle Scotland’s 10th highest munro, Ben Lawers!

Perth City Centre For more info on the vibrant culture of Perth visit

perthcity.co.uk

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