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Young Archaeologists:<br />
Magnificent Metal<br />
Museum of the University of<br />
St Andrews KY16 9AR<br />
www.st-andrews.ac.uk<br />
10am Develop your archaeology skills and discover<br />
fascinating facts about people of the past. Free,<br />
but booking essential. T: 01334 461660<br />
Young Archaeologists:<br />
Ancient Art<br />
Museum of the University of<br />
St Andrews KY16 9AR<br />
www.st-andrews.ac.uk<br />
10am Develop your archaeology skills and discover<br />
fascinating facts about people of the past. Free,<br />
but booking essential. T: 01334 461660<br />
Sea Eagle Festival<br />
RSPB Loch Leven KY13 9LX<br />
www.rspb.org.uk<br />
12pm Help weave a giant willow eagle nest and<br />
create an ‘Eagle Antics’ car<strong>to</strong>on with local artist<br />
Karen Hartnell. There will be s<strong>to</strong>rytelling sessions<br />
and a guided walk. T: 01577 862355<br />
27 Aug<br />
Craig<strong>to</strong>un Charity Day<br />
Craig<strong>to</strong>un Country Park<br />
www.friendsofcraig<strong>to</strong>un.org.uk<br />
To Be confirmed Family fun day.<br />
Out of the Box: Kelpies<br />
Museum of the University of<br />
St Andrews KY16 9AR<br />
www.st-andrews.ac.uk<br />
1pm Be inspired by these magical beasts and help<br />
create an artwork exploring the real working<br />
horses of his<strong>to</strong>ric St Andrews. T: 01334 461660<br />
1 Sept<br />
Bat Walk<br />
The Ecology Centre KY3 9YG<br />
www.theecologycentre.org<br />
7.30pm Join local Batman, Richard Smith, for a talk<br />
and walk <strong>to</strong> see and hear all about the bats which<br />
live around us. There will be the opportunity <strong>to</strong><br />
use bat detec<strong>to</strong>rs so you can listen <strong>to</strong> their calls and<br />
feeding. Booking essential. T: 01592 891567<br />
3 Sept<br />
Pre ‘67 Ford Rally<br />
The Scottish Vintage Bus Museum KY12 0SJ<br />
www.svbm.online<br />
12.30pm From Model Ts <strong>to</strong> Zephyrs come and see a<br />
superb display of pre ‘67 Fords. T: 01383 623380<br />
Doors Open Day<br />
East Fife Various Locations<br />
www.doorsopendays.org.uk<br />
Various Times Scotland’s largest free festival that<br />
celebrates heritage and the built environment. It<br />
offers free access <strong>to</strong> over a thousand venues across<br />
the country. Please visit the website for the full<br />
programme. Also 10 & 17 Sept<br />
9 Sept<br />
Bat Walk and Talk<br />
Falkland Palace KY15 7DA<br />
www.nts.org.uk<br />
8pm The site ranger will be using bat detec<strong>to</strong>rs<br />
<strong>to</strong> find what species are present and you’ll<br />
also have a chance <strong>to</strong> look at where the bats<br />
roost. Adults £5, children £4. T: 01337 857397<br />
9 – 10 Sept<br />
Miniature Railway<br />
Beveridge Park KY2 5LZ<br />
www.railscot.co.uk<br />
2pm On behalf of Kirkcaldy Model Engineering<br />
Society the miniature railway will be back running<br />
during the weekend in the park. Also 7 - 8 Oct.<br />
17 Sept<br />
Fungi Wander<br />
Hill of Tarvit Mansion KY15 5PB<br />
www.nts.org.uk<br />
1.30pm Hill of Tarvit is known for its fast array of<br />
fungi; come along on this ranger guided walk and<br />
see what we can find. Cost £5 adults, £4 children.<br />
T: 01334 653127<br />
PERTH & KINROSS<br />
19 – 20 Aug<br />
Waterplane Event<br />
Kirkgate Loch Leven KY13 8ET<br />
www.perthcity.co.uk<br />
10am Balbedi Aeromodelling Club are hosting<br />
a waterplane event flying from the banks of<br />
Loch Leven.<br />
20 Aug<br />
The City of Perth Salute<br />
Perth City Centre PH1<br />
www.perthcity.co.uk<br />
12pm International artistes will join local bands in<br />
the City of Perth Parade from the South Inch <strong>to</strong> the<br />
North Inch, along Tay Street culminating in<br />
an arena performance.<br />
24 – 27 Aug<br />
International Horse Trials<br />
Blair Castle PH18 5TL<br />
www.blairhorsetrials.co.uk<br />
8am Scotland’s leading equestrian event.<br />
25 Aug<br />
Falconry Friday<br />
Scone Palace PH2 6BD<br />
www.scone-palace.co.uk<br />
12pm A wonderful falconry display by the<br />
renowned Rap<strong>to</strong>r World. These magnificent birds<br />
will be on display from 12-4pm on the lawns in<br />
front of the Palace. Also 8 & 22 Sept T: 01738<br />
552300<br />
27 Aug<br />
Summer Festival<br />
The Black Watch Museum PH1 5HR<br />
www.theblackwatch.co.uk<br />
10am Annual summer festival. Adults £5, children<br />
free. T: 01738 638152<br />
Animation Workshop<br />
Aberfeldy Town Hall PH15 2DD<br />
www.animationjam.co.uk<br />
10.30am Learn from a professional filmmaker<br />
how <strong>to</strong> make a movie – from creating s<strong>to</strong>ry<br />
and characters, through <strong>to</strong> filming and editing.<br />
Suitable for ages 7-11 years.<br />
Summer Harvest Festival<br />
The Crannog Centre PH15 2HY<br />
www.crannog.co.uk<br />
10.30am Try ancient ploughing, sow seeds, learn<br />
about prehis<strong>to</strong>ric farming, make herb garlands and<br />
bake your own harvest rolls in our Iron Age clay<br />
ovens. T: 01887 830583<br />
The Final Feud<br />
Blairgowrie PH11 8PH<br />
www.perthcity.co.uk<br />
2.30pm A re-enactment by Earl of Loudoun’s<br />
Regiment of the fight at McComie’s Field in 1673<br />
between the Farquharsons and the MacThomses.<br />
2 – 3 Sept<br />
Mary Queen of Scots Festival<br />
Kinross and Loch Leven KY13<br />
www.maryqueenofscotsfestival.co.uk<br />
To Be Confirmed The festival programme will<br />
include living his<strong>to</strong>ry encampments, music,<br />
food and drink and a programme of children’s<br />
entertainment <strong>to</strong> explore.<br />
Doors Open Day<br />
Kinross-shire and Strathearn Various<br />
Locations<br />
www.doorsopendays.org.uk<br />
Various Times Scotland’s largest free festival that<br />
celebrates heritage and the built environment. It<br />
offers free access <strong>to</strong> over a thousand venues across<br />
the country. Please visit the website for the full<br />
programme.<br />
2 – 10 Sept<br />
Perthshire Open Studios<br />
Various Locations PH1<br />
www.perthshireopenstudios.com<br />
Various Times This annual event involves artists<br />
and makers throughout Perthshire and Kinross<br />
opening their studios and workshops <strong>to</strong> the public.<br />
6 Sept<br />
Nature Nippers<br />
The Hermitage PH8 0JR<br />
www.nts.org.uk<br />
11am Join the Rangers <strong>to</strong> learn about where<br />
squirrels live and make some great feeders for<br />
Sandy and his friends <strong>to</strong> enjoy.<br />
8 – 17 Sept<br />
Perth 18th Century Festival<br />
Perth City Centre PH1<br />
www.perthcity.co.uk<br />
2pm The festival includes a range of activities<br />
including conferences, exhibitions, talks, walks,<br />
visits, street celebrations, a ceilidh, a ball, waterbased<br />
activities on the Tay and family oriented and<br />
children’s activities. T: 07771 905 770<br />
9 – 10 Sept<br />
Doors Open Day<br />
Highland & Eastern Perthshire<br />
Various Locations<br />
www.doorsopendays.org.uk<br />
Various Times Scotland’s largest free festival that<br />
celebrates heritage and the built environment. It<br />
offers free access <strong>to</strong> over a thousand venues across<br />
the country. Please visit the website for the full<br />
programme.<br />
10 Sept<br />
Farming Yesteryear Vintage Rally<br />
Scone Palace PH2 6BD<br />
www.scone-palace.co.uk<br />
9.30am Vintage trac<strong>to</strong>rs, stationary engines,<br />
steam engines and agricultural machinery will be<br />
on display <strong>to</strong>gether with vintage cars, lorries and<br />
other vehicles. T: 01738 552300<br />
16 – 17 Sept<br />
Down the Rabbit Hole with Alice<br />
in Wonderland<br />
Scone Palace PH2 6BD<br />
www.scone-palace.co.uk<br />
4pm Come and join the characters from Alice in<br />
Wonderland for a day of fun and frolics! Watch<br />
the characters have fun at their Tea Party and play<br />
games with Alice, the Queen of Hearts, Tweedle<br />
Dum and Tweedle Dee, the Mad Hatter and not<br />
forgetting the White<br />
We check listings carefully but<br />
event details and prices may be<br />
subject <strong>to</strong> change. Please always<br />
check with the venue.<br />
Ways with Wood: The Tunery Prize<br />
The Crannog Centre PH15 2HY<br />
www.crannog.co.uk<br />
10.30am An exciting and artistic day celebrating<br />
Scottish native woods and Iron Age-inspired talent.<br />
Visi<strong>to</strong>rs will have the opportunity <strong>to</strong> vote for the<br />
best item. T: 01887 830583<br />
Doors Open Day<br />
Perth City Various Locations<br />
www.doorsopendays.org.uk<br />
Various Times Scotland’s largest free festival that<br />
celebrates heritage and the built environment. It<br />
offers free access <strong>to</strong> over a thousand venues across<br />
the country. Please visit the website for the full<br />
programme.<br />
17 Sept<br />
S<strong>to</strong>ries in S<strong>to</strong>ne<br />
Madoch Centre PH2 7QX<br />
www.stmadoeskinfauns.com<br />
10.30am Workshops of ancient crafts; display<br />
boards about Celtic times and information on the<br />
his<strong>to</strong>ry of the s<strong>to</strong>nes. Bouncy castles, face<br />
painting and musical performances. Opening<br />
Ceremony at 2pm.<br />
28 Sept – 29 Oct<br />
The Enchanted Forest<br />
Faskally Wood Pitlochry PH16<br />
www.enchantedforest.org.uk<br />
Various Times A multi-award winning sound and<br />
light show in Faskally Woods. T: 0871 288 7655<br />
30 Sept<br />
Whole <strong>School</strong> Open Day<br />
Kilgras<strong>to</strong>n <strong>School</strong> PH2 9BQ<br />
www.kilgras<strong>to</strong>n.com<br />
11am-2pm. Immerse yourself in a <strong>to</strong>ur of the<br />
<strong>School</strong> buildings starting with the classical<br />
Georgian building at the heart of the campus, see<br />
the cutting-edge resources and the world-class<br />
facilities both inside and out; our new Science<br />
Centre, our indoor 25m Swimming Pool, our state<br />
of the art Recording Studio, our all-weather pitches<br />
and Scotland’s only school equestrian centre. Then,<br />
enjoy a walk around the inspiring grounds and<br />
immerse yourself in Kilgras<strong>to</strong>n life. To register<br />
T: 01738 812257<br />
4 Oct<br />
Autumn Art<br />
The Hermitage PH8 0JR<br />
www.nts.org.uk<br />
11am Make beautiful creations from materials that<br />
you find in the forest and also look for the stick man<br />
on the way. Cost £4 per child.<br />
STIRLING<br />
18 Aug<br />
Wildlife Watchers<br />
The Lodge Forest Visi<strong>to</strong>r Centre<br />
Aberfoyle FK8 3SX<br />
www.scotland.forestry.gov.uk<br />
10am Become trained bird watcher with the<br />
knowledge of bird calls and colours. Once you’re<br />
ready we’ll got off <strong>to</strong> our wildlife hide <strong>to</strong> see what<br />
we can recognise. Suitable for ages 8+. Cost £5<br />
adults, £2.50 child. Booking essential. Also 20 Aug<br />
T: 0300 0676615<br />
18 – 20 Aug<br />
Doune the Rabbit Hole<br />
Music Festival<br />
Cardross Estate FK8 3JY<br />
www.dounetherabbithole.co.uk<br />
To be confirmed Family friendly festival celebrating<br />
the very best of Scotland’s independent / DIY arts<br />
scene alongside amazing international guests.<br />
Throughout the weekend will be a huge range of<br />
activities for kids of all ages from games <strong>to</strong> crafts.<br />
Online ticket booking essential.<br />
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