2011 Events
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WOOD MARKET & TWEED GREEN EXPERIENCE |
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PEEBLES FOOD FESTIVAL |
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INTERNATIONAL CHUTNEY FESTIVAL |
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5th SCOTTISH CONKER CHAMPIONSHIPS |
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WOOD MARKET & TWEED GREEN EXPERIENCE |
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INTERNATIONAL CHUTNEY FESTIVAL |
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THE BIG DRAW Design, Draw, Make a Tree House! Download the poster for more details |
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SHOWCASING MODERN FORESTRY A unique opportunity to get up close and personal with the harvesting machinery and see how the tree felling operation is carried out in modern forestry. A Forestry Commission minibus will take you into the depths of Traquair Forest guided by the Conservation Ranger, and you will be taken into the harvesting site to meet the harvester driver and have an opportunity to quiz the team about all things to do with timber production in the Tweed Valley. Bring suitable outdoor clothing and stout footwear. Booking essential £2 per head - please ring FC district office Dumfries and Borders Forest District Ae Village Tel : 01387 860247 |
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WOODLANDERS: lecture/presentation Reforesting Scotland members Ian Edwards and Fi Martynoga give a lively presentation based on the current exhibition of the recent book. ‘Woodlanders'celebrates an emerging woodland culture telling the stories of people - many of the local - whose lives have been enriched by their engagement with wood and woodlands. Tel: 01721 725 777 |
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HERITAGE TREES OF THE TWEED VALLEY An informal day looking at ancient and heritage trees at two great Borders estates. The day starts at Kailzie where we will be exploring the heritage trees on the Estateand in the outstanding Gardens. The ‘Kailzie Larch’ is one of the top 100 heritage trees in Scotland and there are several equally impressive but less well know trees to discover. The afternoon will be spent exploring some of the fine old specimenswhich grace the grounds of Fairnilee Estate, including a visit to the impressive ‘Castle Sycamore’. Booking: Numbers are limited. To book your place, contact Iain Laidlaw (07831 327319 or iain.laidlaw@forestry.gsi.gov.uk) or Donald Rodger (01620 842656 or donald.rodger@virgin.net). Download the leaflet for full details. |
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AUTUMN COLOUR Come and visit our remarkable trees as they don their autumn colour. Our resident guide will point out Sweet Chestnut, Tulip, Walnut, Silver Fir, Douglas Fir, Oaks, Elms and Beech trees along the estate paths. Meet at the Waterwheel Café car park. 01750 21766 |
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GUIDED WILDLIFE WALK Join us on a guided walk through the Kailzie Estate and explore the wildlife of the woodlands, meadows and riverside. Meet at 1pm at the Osprey Centre at Kailzie, waterproof clothing and boots or wellies recommended. 0785 825 3917 or eddiefsharp@gmail.com Download details of this and other events. |
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LEAF PRINTING Use leaves to make greetings cards and pictures. A perfect chance to try a variety of printing techniques. Minimum age 8 years..Adults £6, Concessions £5, Child £5. 0844 493 2259 |
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GHOST WALK The history of Traquair really will come to life with these spectacular historical ghost tours. 01896 830323 |
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BIKING IN THE FOREST A gentle guided bike ride at Glentress following a green route and stopping frequently to look at points of interest along the way. Bring suitable outdoor clothing (including helmet essential) and a bike! Bikes can be hired locally and at Glentress before the event. Booking essential. Further information from: Dumfries and Borders Forest District Ae Village Tel : 01387 860247 |
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CANCELLED - BUSHCRAFT/NATURAL PLAY FOR KIDS Learn how to build shelters, track wildlife, get muddy, play games & have FUN!. Ages 8 - 14 |
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THE DOG FACTOR A fun afternoon with your dog including dog fancy dress competition, a fun dog show, obedience games, tricks, agility course and demos. 01721 720007 |
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GHOSTS IN THE GALLERY Join us this Halloween for ghostly fun with traditional games in the courtyard included and the Minstrel Tearoom is open for refreshments. Booking Essential Tel: 01750 22204 |
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GHOST WALK- 7pm or 9pm The history of Traquair comes to life with these spectacular historical ghost tours. 01896 830323 |
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HALLOWE'EN FAMILY FUN A day of Halloween fun and spooks for everyone including a ghostly treasure trail, stories, tarot reading, a display of owls and falconry. 01896 830323 |
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WOOPLAW HALLOWE'EN We’ll have the BBQ all hot if you want to bring some food and marshmallows. Fancy dress, face painting, spooky stories and more. |
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BUSHCRAFT WALK, 6000 YEARS IN THE MAKING Find out how our ancestors would have lived and utilised what was available to them over 6000 years ago. Learn bushcraft and nature awareness skills, such as building shelters, fire by friction, foraging, tracking and fox walking. For families and adults. 07749 735 884 or blairfrazersmith@rocketmail.com |
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GHOST WALK The history of Traquair really will come to life with these spectacular historical ghost tours. 01896 830323 |
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EXHIBITION ‘Woodlanders' ‘Woodlanders' celebrates an emerging woodland culture telling the stories of people - many of them local - whose lives have been enriched by their engagement with wood and woodlands. On throughout the festival, it’s best to contact the venue to check on open times. Tel: 01721 725 777 |
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EXHIBITION 'The Humble Leaf' by Amy Neville Leaves through the season at Dawyck are the inspirational elements and real components of Amy's work. In its own unique way, each piece aims to highlight the simple beauty of real leaves collected from Dawyck. 01721 760 254 |