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What’s On in Highland Perthshire December 2015

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COnTInuOus EVEnTs

Tuesday 1st December - Thursday 31st December 2015 Blair Castle Annual PassBlair Castle, Blair Atholl PH18 5TLVisitors can visit Blair Castle and Gardens as many times as they like during a full calendar year with a £12 Annual Pass. Valid for a full year from the date of purchase this represents excel-lent value – even if you just want to meet friends for a coffee or lunch, you still experience every-thing this 5-star visitor attraction has to offer. Tel: 01796 481355 www.blair-castle.co.uk

Tuesday 1st December to sunday 27th DecemberIrving Berlin’s White ChristmasPitlochry Festival Theatre PH16 5DRThe Musical is the greatest Christ-mas show ever! When Broadway song-and-dance stars Bob Wal-lace and Phil Davis discover that their old com-manding officer from World War Two, General Waverley, is struggling to make a go of running an inn in Vermont, they decide there`s only one thing to do – take their spectacular new show to

Cinema, Live Event/BroadcastsThe Birks Cinema PO Box 7517 Aberfeldy PH15 2WHsee website for details & listings book online or Tel 0871 902 5754 www.birkscinema.co.uk

Daily 10.00am - 4.30pmBeatrix Potter Interactive Exibi-tion and Garden. Birnam Arts & Conference Centre station Road Birnam Dunkeld PH8 0DsSuitable for adults and children alike housing a history section and a Victorian play area. £3 per personTel: box office 01350 727674 admin@birnaminstitute.com www.birnamarts.com

Tuesday 1st December - sunday 28th FebruaryWinter Watch safariHighland safaris, By Aberfeldy, Perthshire, PH15 2JQ Escape to the high tops to marvel at the snow covered landscape and discover a land steeped in history, culture, nature, and breathtaking views. You may even be lucky enough to witness the elusive white Mountain Hare, the snowy White Ptarmigan and the Majestic Red Deer. Each Land Rover is equipped with snow chains and your experienced Safari Ranger will take you on a journey into this sub Arctic wilderness. Included in the Winter Watch Safari are tea, coffee, (or hot chocolate) Kenmore Shortbread and a dram of Dewars Whisky in one of our heated Mountain Bothies, surrounded on all sides by inspiring mountain views. Booking essential. Tel. 01887 820071 www.highlandsafaris.net

the Columbia Inn and drum up some much need-ed business. Little do they know that they are destined to end up in a tangled romantic quartet under the mistletoe with two singing sisters! With an ensemble of 21 talented performers and a dynamic 10 piece orchestra, this sparkling stage adaptation of the classic 1954 movie is packed with classic Irving Berlin hits like Snow, Sisters, Blue Skies, What Can You Do With A General?, How Deep Is The Ocean, and the unforgettable title song, White Christmas. Tel: Box Office: 01796 484 626www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com

Tuesday 1st December to sunday 3rd January 12noon to 4pmChristmas ExperienceHighland safaris, Aberfeldy PH15 2JQThe Red Deer Centre has interactive session with a Safari Ranger where you will learn the key characteristics of the Reindeer and have the opportunity to make a comparison with the High-land Safaris’s Red Deer Herd. Red Deer Feeding at 12 noon daily – Booking required. You will also meet one of the Red Deer Centre’s most popular residents, Ossian the Barn Owl. There is also the Discovery Trail which is filled with Christmas lights that encourages visitors of all ages to enjoy and learn about the natural wonders of Highland Perthshire. (Closed 25th and 26th December and 1st January.) Tel: 01887 820071 or marketing@highlandsafaris.net www.highlandsafaris.net.

Thyme at Errichel Restaurant December MenuErrichel, Crieff Road, Aberfeldy, scotland, PH15 2ELOpen for evening dining on Thurs / Fri / Sat-urdays during December (closed 24th / 25th & 26th December) Groups of 8 or more receive a discount of £4 on the 3 course menu - advance booking required. Email fionasloan@errichel.co.ukTel: 01887 820850 www.errichel.co.uk

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Tuesday 1st December to Thurs-day 31st DecemberChristmas Craft MarketBirnam Arts, station Road, Birnam, Dunkeld PH80DsAn exciting and eclectic collection of works for sale by Scottish artists.Tel: 01350 727 674 www.BirnamArts.com

WEEkLy EVEnTs

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Every sunday “sunday session” 8-11pm, Mckays Bar & Restau-rant 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. Tel: 01796473888 www.mckayshotel.co.uk

Last sunday of the monthBlues sunday 3.00pmThe Taybank Tay Terrace Dunkeld PH8 0AQEvery month we hold a Blues Sunday and a Sunday Jazz Jam - excellent afternoon sessions in the bar from 3.30pm.For further info, please contact us on Tel: 01350 727340. www.thetaybank.co.uk

MOnDAys

Every MondayMusic at the Taybank DunkeldThe Taybank Tay Terrace Dunkeld PH8 0AQ Acoustic session lead by Shaun Lowrey Tel: 01350 727340www.thetaybank.co.uk

TuEsDAys

Every Tuesday 7.30pmWhisky Tasting Mckays Bar & Restaurant 138 Atholl Road Pitlochry PH16 5AG Whisky Tasting from 7.30pm with a variety of distilleries. Tel: 01796473888 www.mckayshotel.co.uk

Every Tuesday from 8.30pmThe Taybank Tay Terrace Dunkeld PH8 0AQ Donny McElligott and Alan Dickson, lead the Tuesday night session with an eccelctic mix of old and new tunes - anyone welcome to come and join from 8.30pm. Free entry. Tel: 01350 727340 www.thetaybank.co.uk

WEDnEsDAys

Every Wednesday, 9.00pm, Open Music sessions. Bankfoot Inn, Main street, Bankfoot PH1 4ABOpen session for musicians of all abilities to gather and play music - any music. Local musi-cians 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

Every second Wednesday from 8.30pm. The Taybank Tay Terrace Dunkeld PH8 0AQ. Open Mic Night in the bar from 8.30pm - anyone is welcome to come and join or simply come and enjoy the music Free entry. Tel: 01350 727340www.thetaybank.co.uk

THuRsDAys

Chinese nightsEvery Thursday 6 to 9pmschiehallion Hotel, 6 Dunkeld street, Aberfeldy PH15 2AF (opposite the Coop Petrol Pump)Two course Chinese Meal £10.95. The Schiehal-lion is newly renovated, locally owned hotel based in the centre of Aberfeldy, offering luxuri-ous 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 www.schiehallionhotel.co.uk

Every Thursday - Traditional Fiddle sessionThe Taybank Tay Terrace Dunkeld PH8 0AQ Pete Clark leads a traditional fiddle session in the bar from 8.30 - again all musicians are welcome to come and join!!Tel: 01350 727340 www.thetaybank.co.uk

Every Thursday - Celtic Acoustic Music session7pm to 10.30pmupstairs Birks Cinema Bar, Aber-feldy, Perthshire PH15 2DAYou are welcome to join to play or just listen as like minded people share a variety of music from folk, blues, bluegrass or instrumental. Free entry. Contact Doug Tel: 01887 820165

FRIDAys

“Friday night Folk” 8-11pm-Mckays Bar & Restaurant 138 Atholl Road Pitlochry PH16 5AG Traditional folk music from musicians all over Scotland using an array of different instru-ments to bring you some of the best Scottish beasts and sounds. Free entry. Tel: 01796473888www.mckayshotel.co.uk

Every Friday night. Music ses-sionsAtholl Arms Hotel Bridgehead, Dunkeld, PH8 OAQ . An open session for musicians of all abilities to gather and play music - any music. Or just come and enjoy the music. Free Entry. Tel: 01350 727 219 www.athollarmshotel.com

sATuRDAys

Every saturday from 9pm Live Music , Old Mill Restaurant-Pub, Mill Lane, Pitlochry PH16 5BHTop quality Perthshire Bands, playing a variety of styles including covers, blues, rock, jazz … Tel: 01796 474020 www.theoldmillpitlochry.co.uk

“saturday night live@Mckays” 9-11pm, Mckays Bar & Restau-rant 138 Atholl Road Pitlochry PH16 5AG. Live bands from Scottish, Irish, Pop, rock, Blues, Jazz, Motown and many more. Sing dance and clap the night away... Free entry. Tel: 01796473888 www.mckayshotel.co.uk

“saturday night Fever” 11-1.30amMckays Bar & Restaurant, 138 Atholl Road Pitlochry PH16 5AG resident DJ plays some of the latest tunes to dance the night from 11pm-late, if you come in after 11pn there is a £3.00 door charge. Tel: 01796473888 www.mckayshotel.co.uk

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DAILy DIARy EVEnTs

Friday 4th December 9.00PMscott MacDonaldThe Old Mill Inn, Mill Lane, Pit-lochry PH16 5BHSinger/songwriter from Glasgow plays acoustic guitar & harmonica driven music. FREE Admis-sion. Tel: 01796 474 020 www.oldmillevents.co.uk

saturday 5th December 9.00PMGTs Boos BandThe Old Mill Inn, Mill Lane, Pit-lochry PH16 5BHA blues-rock sound, similar to Gary Moore, at other times the sounds in the clubs of the South-side of Chicago & then again the Rhythm & Blues sound of the 60’s. FREE Admission. Tel: 01796 474 020 www.oldmillevents.co.uk

saturday 5th December 9.00PMGTs Boos BandThe Old Mill Inn, Mill Lane, Pit-lochry PH16 5BHA blues-rock sound, similar to Gary Moore, at other times the sounds in the clubs of the South-side of Chicago & then again the Rhythm & Blues sound of the 60’s. FREE Admission. Tel: 01796 474 020 www.oldmillevents.co.uk

saturday 5th December 10.00am-4.00pm ultimate stunt Days Riders of the storm, killiecrankieIt really is an ultimate equestrian day, try your hand at Vaulting (gymnastic’s on horseback), Trick Riding, Jousting Games, including lunch for only £45 per person. Kids and adults welcome. For more information and to book your place call 07784119377 or email info@ridersofthestorm.co.uk www.ridersofthestorm.co.uk

Friday 11th December 9.00PMFozzieThe Old Mill Inn, Mill Lane, Pit-lochry PH16 5BHAt the heart of it all Fozzie is a one man music machine. FREE Admission. Tel: 01796 474 020 www.oldmillevents.co.uk

saturday 12th December 10.30am-3.30pmChristmas Vaulting PartyRiders of the storm, killiecrankie Riders of the Storm’s Annual Christmas Party. Join in the fun trying Vaulting, Trick Riding, teaching your pony tricks and Jousting! Joined with some party games and food with a very spe-cial present from the Riders of the Storm Horses! Only £30 each. For more information and to book

your place call 07784119377 or email info@ridersofthestorm.co.ukwww.ridersofthestorm.co.uk

sunday 12th December at 5:40pmThe Great BeautyHeartland Film society at the Birks Cinema, Aberfeldy PH15 2DA‘The Great Beauty’ won best foreign film at the Oscars, the Baftas and the Golden Globes. (2013 Italy/France 138 min Cert 15) Director: Paolo Sorrentino. Aging writer and socialite Jep Gam-bardella, famous knowing everyone who matters, is at the centre of Rome’s fashionable nightlife. After his 65th birthday party, he wanders through the historic city streets, reflecting on life, love, and his sense of unfulfillment, until the revelation of a stranger triggers in him a new passion. Everyone is welcome to HFS screenings but be-come a member any time for just £10.00 and get 12 months of reduced prices on all HFS films at The Birks plus free DVD loans of HFS films and all the benefits of belonging to a friendly film society www.heartlandfilmsociety.orgJoin us after the film for a chat in the Chummies bar at the Birks. Information and online booking Tel: 01887 822845. www.birkscinema.co.uk

saturday 12th December 9.00PMsurroundThe Old Mill Inn, Mill Lane, Pit-lochry PH16 5BHSurround are a professional cover band from Glasgow, performing a mix of classic songs and current chart hits. FREE Admission. Tel: 01796 474 020 www.oldmillevents.co.uk

Monday 13th December 7.00pmChristmas Carol ConcertBlair Castle, Blair Atholl PH18 5TLChristmas Carol Concert in Blair Castle Ballroom. We are delighted to have Jambourée Choir to get things going. Refreshments provided. Proceeds to Marie Curie. Adult £10, Child £5 (refreshments included) Tel: 01796 481207. www.blair-castle.co.uk

Monday 13th DecemberVictorian Christmas at Blair Castle Blair Castle, Blair Atholl PH18 5TLDiscover the seasonal splendour of Christmas as it was in the Victorian era when the 7th Duke and his family lived here. Warm up with a Christmas Sunday lunch next to the roaring fire in the Ball-room (12pm-3pm): £24.95pp. Booking essential. Listen to Santa playing Christmas jingles before stepping into his magical grotto in one of the old-est parts of the castle (10am-3pm): Child £7.50. Booking essential. Tel: 01796 481207.www.blair-castle.co.uk

Friday 18th December 9.00PMCharlie GormanThe Old Mill Inn, Mill Lane, Pit-lochry PH16 5BHSinger/songwriter from Glasgow and lead singer with King of Birds. FREE Admission.Tel: 01796 474 020 www.oldmillevents.co.uk

saturday 19th December 9.00PMRed Pine Timber Co.The Old Mill Inn, Mill Lane, Pit-lochry PH16 5BHOld Mill favourites playing a mix of Americana & Country influenced originals. FREE Admission. Tel: 01796 474 020 www.oldmillevents.co.uk

sunday 20th DecemberVictorian Christmas at Blair Castle Blair Castle, Blair Atholl PH18 5TLDiscover the seasonal splendour of Christmas as it was in the Victorian era when the 7th Duke and his family lived here. Warm up with a Christmas Sunday lunch next to the roaring fire in the Ball-room (12pm-3pm): £24.95pp. Booking essential. Listen to Santa playing Christmas jingles before stepping into his magical grotto in one of the old-est parts of the castle (10am-3pm): Child £7.50. Booking essential. Tel: 01796 481207. www.blair-castle.co.uk

Thursday 24th December 1200hrs Christmas Eve Raftingsplash White Water Rafting, Dun-keld Rd, Aberfeldy PH15 2AQChristmas Eve Rafting with Hot Mulled wine and christmas cake after the rafting. Tel 01887 829706 www.rafting.co.uk

Friday 25th December 2.00pm and 5.00pmChristmas Day Festive Carvery BuffetMckays Hotel, 138 Atholl Road, Pitlochry PH16 5AGWhy not treat yourself to a Festive Carvery Buffet on Christmas Day? Adults £49.95; Children (3 to 10 yrs) £19.95 BOOK 01796 473 888 or E-mail: bookings@mckayshotel.co.uk Tel: 01796473888 www.mckayshotel.co.uk

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Friday 25th December Christmas Day Three Course MenuCroft Restaurant, Black Watch Inn, Bank street, Aberfeldy PH15 2BBThe Black Watch is Aberfeldy’s oldest and most famous public house, enjoyed by locals and visitors alike since the 1890’s. Office and Group Christmas Parties. Comfortably seating around 40 guests. £18.95 per head for 3 courses. Large Bookings Rock N Roll, Bingo or Discos available. Three Course Christmas Day £37.95 Booking Essential. Tel:- 01887 820699 www.theblackwatchinn.co.uk

saturday 26th December from 6.00pmBoxing Day Quiz and Live MusicThe Foutain Bar, 14-16 The square, Aberfeldy PH15 2DDQuiz starts at 6pm followed by live music from 9pm. A friendly family bar offering informal din-ing and entertainment in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The extensive menu caters for all and consists of a wide variety of home made meals, snacks, a wide range of wines, beers, spirits and malts too.Tel:- 01887 820418 www.aberfeldypubs.co.uk

sunday 27th December 9.00PMAcoustic ButterflyThe Old Mill Inn, Mill Lane, Pit-lochry PH16 5BHAcoustic Butterfly create melting pot of styles & rhythms, catchy melodies & harmonies. FREE Admission. Tel: 01796 474 020 www.oldmillevents.co.uk

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Hogmanay Menu + Live musicCroft Restaurant, Black Watch Inn, Bank street, Aberfeldy PH15 2BBFour Course Menu with Prosecco on arrival followed by Live Music with Ian Whitelfield from 9.30pm. Dinner and Music £35. Music Only £5 (from 9.30pm). The Black Watch is Aberfeldy’s oldest and most famous public house, enjoyed by locals and visitors alike since the 1890’s. The Restaurant was re-opened in 2010 and is newly decorated in a modern and elegant style. Comfortably seating around 40 guests The Black Watch Restaurant has a lovely ambiance.Tel:- 01887 820699 www.theblackwatchinn.co.uk

HogmanayLast Orders [Ticketed Event]The Old Mill Inn, Mill Lane, Pitlochry PH16 5BHA night not to be missed! Last Orders are our favourite Rock tribute act. They play a dynamic range of rock and pop songs from the likes of Bon Jovi and AC/DC to Katy Perry and The Black Eyed Peas. Just £5, you are strongly recommend that you buy your tickets well before the night. Tel: 01796 474 020 www.oldmillevents.co.uk

Thyme at Errichel Hogmanay Thyme at Errichel Restaurant, Errichel, Crieff Road, Aberfeldy, PH15 2EL6 course meal with welcome cocktail. £65 per person. Cocktails from 7.30pm with Dinner served at 8.15pm. A relaxed & friendly welcome to the New Year. Local pick-up & drop off service available (small charge applies) must be pre-booked. ONLY one table left for Hogmanay!!Email fionasloan@errichel.co.ukTel: 01887 820850 www.errichel.co.uk

Thyme at Errichel new year’s Day Brunch 11am - 2pm Thyme at Errichel Restaurant, Errichel, Crieff Road, Aberfeldy, PH15 2ELEnjoy a delicious Brunch in the relaxing surroundings of Thyme at Errichel Restaurant.There may even be a little bubbly ... £25 per person - booking essential.Email fionasloan@errichel.co.ukTel: 01887 820850 www.errichel.co.uk

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