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Martyn learned the pipes as a schoolboy in Kingussie and went on to become a legendary figure in World Music. He was one of Scotland’s most prodigiously gifted and beloved of musicians until his untimely death at the age of 33.
Martyn’s mother, singer, folklorist and author Margaret Bennett shares a collection of memories, photographs, film clips and previously unreleased recordings.
A rare chance to hear and see other facets of Martyn’s character and musicianship, including a Paganini duet played by Martyn and the inimitable Hester Dickson.
Join us at the Strathspey Railway over the Easter Weekend for an intensive timetable of Steam and Diesel operated trains. Whether it’s this sounds and smells of a steam locomotive or the rumbling roar of diesel, we’re sure to have something for everyone.
Saturday the 7th of April also sees the official launch of the “Beavertail” observation coach, returning to the highlands in 2023 and providing an unparalleled opportunity to see the very best of the scenery in the Cairngorm National Park.
Light Lunch is available on our 1pm departure and Afternoon Tea on the 3pm departure from Aviemore. Rover tickets are available to allow you to hop on and off as many trains as you wish, and trains run all day and into the evening, giving a unique opportunity to see the railway running in darkness. Mixed in with the passenger services are several “demonstration” services using some of our many freight and engineering wagons.
With last year’s Dell Market being such a huge success, we just can’t wait for the next one. Another chance to bring together the wonderful assortment of crafters, artists and food and drink producers from our local area.
Here at The Dell we aspire to be as sustainable and environmentally friendly as possible and so we have put together a group of like minded traders to showcase their fantastic products.
There will be a little bit of something for everyone. As well as bagging a beauty and being inspired by the creativity around you, you can hang out under the trees listening to music, watch demonstrations from local green woodworkers and fill up your bellies on food and drink.
Supporting local business owners has never been so important, so we hope you can join us and spread the word.
Music and singing is one of our biggest passions here at The Dell, along with soothing the soul in any way possible. And so we’ve put together a Soundscape Day Retreat that merges the joy of both of those wonderful things.
With breathwork from Katie White Yoga, singing with Jess Bates and Bruce Ncube, an immersive music Soundwalk through the Abernethy Forest led by our own team and a sound bath by Highland Gong lady.
Drinks snacks and lunch will be provided through out the day and there is even a chance to stay on later in to the evening to join us for a pot of food and singing round the fire.
We would love for you to be a part of it, so please get in touch to book 😊 (2 part payment plan available)
Come along and meet the Edinburgh Local Defence Volunteers WW2 Living History Group on the 8 & 9 April. Based around our Croft they will be portraying the men and women of the home front in Scotland during the 1940’s, including the Local Defence Volunteers and Home Guard to Women’s Land Army and ARP. No need to book, just come along and join in. Donations welcome.
Susie took her first steps into comedy as part of a drunken dare. Most people have to do a shot or strip. Well, Susie was drunk with her clothes on and building a career out of it.
After a successful career working in the construction industry Susie has cemented herself as one of rising stars of UK stand up. Her rise through the ranks has been nothing short of meteoric.
She continues to be one of the fastest selling acts at the Glasgow international comedy festival, with multiple Scottish comedy awards under her belt for Best Headliner and Best Show which she collected for her Solo show Domestic Disaster. Susie even took it to Edinburgh Fringe for a sold out run in 2019.
Her raconteur style and sharp punchlines makes this Glaswegian one to watch.
Join us in Boat of Garten to celebrate ecological restoration in the Cairngorms on the big screen.
From 6pm, we’ll enjoy a delicious meal featuring Cairngorms Connect Venison (and a vegan option), before settling down to watch an extra special ‘Wild Isles’ episode together.
Following the screening, there’ll be a panel discussion with a chance for the audience to ask questions.
The panel discussion and audience Q&A, will feature Laura Howard and Chris Howard, Silverback producers who worked on the Wild Isles series, and Cairngorms Connect contributors.
This event is free, but please reserve your space so we make sure we have enough food, drink and seats for everyone!
Accessibility:
It is important that all people have equal access to Cairngorms Connect events.
Boat of Garten Community Hall is fully wheelchair accessible, and has accessible toilets and baby changing facilities on-site.
We are happy to provide for your requirements, wherever possible eg. BSL interpreters, off-road wheelchairs, adapted bikes etc.
If have any accessibility requirements, please get in touch.
The Atholl Gathering and Highland Games will return to Blair Castle on Sunday 26th May 2024 and tickets can be purchased online using the link above.
The Atholl Highlanders officially open the Highland Games with a ‘March On’, led by the sound of their pipes and drums.
Strongmen from around Scotland take centre stage to battle it out. Events include tossing the caber, putting the shot and throwing the hammer.Â
There are plenty of other attractions, such as highland dancing, tug o’ war, solo piping, trade stands and refreshments to provide a fun day out for all the family.
The annual Atholl Highlanders Parade will return to Blair Castle on Saturday the 25th May 2024. Entry to the parade is with a gardens ticket which can be purchased online today.
The Atholl Highlanders are the only remaining private regiment in Europe and act as the personal bodyguard to the Duke of Atholl, who is Chief of Clan Murray. Whilst they don’t have any military role, they are armed with Lee Metford rifles and include a pipe band.
Join us on the forecourt of Blair Caste for the annual parade, including a live pipe band and the firing of the cannon.
Join Glenlivet & Inveravon Heritage Ranger Lydia for an introduction to Pictish art and symbol stones. We will be looking at four Pictish Stones discovered in the churchyard of Inveraven, which has been a site of spiritual practice and pilgrimage for centuries. This tour will provide an overview to Pictish art and culture and will show how the Picts contributed to the shaping of modern Scotland.
Access to Inveraven Church is off the A95 about half a mile north of the entrance to Ballindalloch Castle, and can be found by following the brown tourist sign directing visitors down the single track road to the Inveraven Pictish Stones.
Parking is available at the bottom of the drive before you arrive at the church or in front of the church building.
As we will be outside, please dress appropriately for changeable weather.
Children are very welcome to attend. Please note that toilet facilities are not available on site.
Well behaved dogs may attend but must be leashed.
Funded by Foundation Scotland from the Dorenell Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund.
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