Posts for October, 2024

Findlay Napier returns to Grantown-on-Spey for a special one-off concert to mark the release of his latest album, Outsider.

Napier grew up on the banks of the River Spey and has enjoyed immense musical success in the past 20 years.

He is widely regarded as one of the finest performers on the UK music scene and has been touring a releasing music since the early 2000s – first with groundbreaking trad folk band Back of the Moon, then with Nu-Folk pioneers Findlay Napier and the Bar Room Mountaineers. Most recently, he has worked as a solo act, under the guidance of legendary songwriter Boo Hewerdine.

Live music from fabulous talent. Come and join us each evening at 9pm…

On December 6th 2024, join us at Nethybridge Hotel in the heart of the Scottish Highlands for an unforgettable evening of music, dance, and festive cheer. This unique event blends the magic of a Highland Christmas with the vibrant rhythms of Salsa, promising a night to remember.

Arrival from 7.30pm festivities begin at 8:00 pm with a warm welcome, setting the stage for a night of Afro-Latin DJ sets by Karawane, renowned for their captivating performances and infectious energy. Their Latin beats will have you dancing the night away!

The evening also includes Salsa workshops led by the talented James Montgomery, available for all skill levels, including total beginners. Whether you’re stepping onto the dance floor for the first time or looking to refine your technique, James’s expertise will help you dance with confidence and enjoy every moment.

Complimentary welcome drink and nibbles included!

Accommodation packages also available – choose from a single, twin or double room with entry ticket (s) included.

Music and end-of-Summer jollity as we bring down the curtain on another successful Fiddler of Strathspey Festival. Locals and visitors of all ages are most welcome to attend this free event. N.B. Venue Grant Park, but the picnic will transfer to the YMCA (opp. Baptist Church in High St.) if wet.

Enjoy a traditional Scottish Hogmanay Gala night this New Year’s Eve, complete with champagne reception, four course gala menu and traditional ceilidh.

There will be live entertainment to celebrate the bells, and then we party to the early hours!

Champagne reception at 6.00pm, dinner served from 6.30pm, then music from 9.30 pm onwards.

• £100 per person including crackers & hats

• Children 3 – 12yrs £50

• Under 3’s dine for free

• Champagne reception

• Four-course festive meal

• Traditional piper to see in the New Year

• Live music



SAMPLE DINNER MENU

– Roasted parsnip & apple soup.

– Truffle chicken terrine, tonka bean aioli, broad bean & confit lemon.

– Smoked trout fillet, lemon & dill mayonnaise, pickled vegetables.

– Roast butternut squash and quinoa, pomegranate vinaigrette, beetroot, rocket.

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– Roast rump of lamb, green pea and mint puree, dauphinoise potato, rosemary jus.

– Honey & mustard glazed gammon, fondant potato, wholegrain mustard gravy.

– Fillet of Sea Bass, parmesan roasted potato puree, chive champagne sauce.

– Roasted cauliflower steak, chili & garlic salsa, smoked cauliflower puree, blue cheese sauce.

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– Mango & coconut brulee cheesecake, mango coulis, coconut ice cream.

– Raspberry meringue roulade, wild berry compote, raspberry sorbet.

– Salted caramel chocolate tart, chocolate sauce, butterscotch ice cream.

– Selection of Scottish cheese, biscuits, chutney, grapes, celery.

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Tea or Coffee and mince pies

Terms & Conditions:
1. Available on the 31st December only.
2. Provisional Bookings can be help for up to 14 days before a 25% deposit is required to secure your booking.
3. Full prepayment is required by the 1st December.
4. If the deposit is not been received within 14 days then your booking is automatically released without prior notification.
5. All prices include VAT at the current rate.

The Festival starts with a classical concert starring Dmytro Morykit at 8pm, plus optional supper at 7pm, at the Speyside Hotel, Grantown on 26th . Friday 27th at 7.30pm a traditional concert starring Paul Anderson at the British Legion, Grantown. Saturday 28th fiddle and group competitions 10.00 at the YM Community Cinema; Workshop Concert 4pm YM Community Cinema, Grantown; workshops (singing, drumming, moothie, fiddle, waulking the cloth) throughout the day at the YM and in the Ben Mhor Hotel; Family Ceilidh at the Ben Mhor Hotel, 7pm. Sunday 29th Heritage Walk with Music, 10.30 from the Hub; Family Guided Walk with Music 1.30pm from the Hub, finishing at Grant Park for a Picnic with Music. Open sessions in the Ben Mhor Saturday. Musical treasure hunt along the High Street all weekend – forms available online, from the Hub and the YM Community Centre.

Family buffet, Skating, live Ceilidh band the Ragin Ceilidh followed by a family disco

Food served 6pm – 8pm

Party starts 8.30pm – 1am

Skating open between 7 & 9pm

Adult £65 age 17+
Teen £40 13 – 17 yo
Child £30 – 12 & under
3 & under go free


CEILIDH & SKATING ONLY
Adult £40
Teens & kids £25
No under 3s for party only
8.30pm – 1am

Call 01540 651272 to book tickets

Join Tomintoul and Glenlviet Development Trust as we usher out another busy visitor season and celebrate the start of the Autumn / Winter season. Local band Broma from Aberlour will provide the music and there will be a licensed bar (card or cash). Thank you to Dorenell Windfarm and Glenlivet and `Inveravon Community association for supporting the event.

All profits will go to Tomintoul and Glenlivet Development Trust, a registered charity delivering regeneration and community development in the area.

Tickets limited to 100 and over 16’s only please.

Originally brought together by the Blas festival in 2016, to celebrate the work of female bards, Sian comprises three of today’s most exquisitely gifted young Gaelic singers – Ceitlin Lilidh, Eilidh Cormack and Ellen MacDonald – accompanied by in-demand multi-instrumentalist (and fellow Gaelic speaker) Innes White.

With direct connections among the singers to Lewis, Skye and North Uist, their arrangements match deep feeling for tradition with stunning, boldly imaginative harmony work, which has seen them likened to The Staves and even Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. Their self-titled debut album, produced by Donald Shaw, was released in 2020 and the band is currently recording new music.

They are joined tonight by local group Monadh Ruadh, a group of very talented youngsters from Fèis Spè

Fiddle Competitions: YM Community Cinema 10am. Competitors welcome and essential. Entry fee £2.50/£5.00. Classes of competition: Under 12, 12-16, 16+, Open and Group.
Workshops: Ben Mhor and YM at various times from 10am: donations appreciated. Waulking: Badenoch Ladies Waulking Group; Moothie: Neil McGregor; Singing for adults and children: Shona Donaldson; Gaelic singing for adults and children: Sandra Mackay; Fiddle: Paul Anderson and Paula Starrit; Drumming for beginners: Sam Fry.
Workshop Concert: YM Theatre 4pm: donations appreciated.
N.B. Displays, information and ticket/competition payments for all Fiddler of Strathspey Festival events at The Grantown Hub, 2 High St. Grantown-on-Spey PH26 3HB and at other advertised venues and outlets plus online by arrangement.