26th April to 2nd May 2007, O'Neil Highland Open, Thurso. O'Neill Europe combined with the Association of Surf Professionals take the high road to Thurso, Caithness for the O'Neill Highland Open. This event, which is part of the World Qualifying Series, will see around 170 surfers compete for the prize purse of US $100,000. Full programme details can be found at www.oneilleurope.com

28th April to 7th May 2007, Scottish Outdoor Access Festival, Throughout Scotland. Celebrate 'outdoor access rights and responsibilities' and discover more about the Scottish Outdoor Access Code. Activities to interest all ages include talks, guided walks, cycle rides, horse riding, canoeing, dog training, family events, farm visits, 'have a go' sessions, skills training and challenges for the more active. visit www.outdooraccess-scotland.com

28th April to 4 May 2007, Lomond & Clyde Springfest 2007, Helensburgh. Get rid of the winter blues at Scotland's unique springtime festival which features spring blossom, guided walks of woods, hills, heritage and architecture, gardens and garden tours, art exhibitions and workshops, craft fairs and speciality shopping, all types of live music, mini Highland Games, farmer's market, food and drink tastings plus a wee touch of Japanese culture! Full details can be obtaianed at www.lomondclydespringfest.co.uk

25th & 26th May 2007, Skye Music Festival, Broadford, Isle of Skye. This event brings together some of the hottest names in dance, alternative rock, soul and contemporary Celtic music. www.skyemusicfestival.co.uk lists full programme.

25th May to 1st June 2007, Scottish Sea Kayak Symposium 2007, Sleat, Isle of Skye. The 2007 Scottish Sea Kayak Symposium offers fantastic paddling opportunities along the Skye coastline and top kayaking advice from leading sea paddlers and coaches in the UK. They will be accompanied by experts on wildlife and the Skye culture to make this the sea kayaking event of the year. www.seasymposium.org lists all the event details.

31st May to 3rd June 2007, Angus Glens Walking Festival, Angus. Explore this beautiful part of Scotland in the company of experienced leaders, who will provide information on the history, wildlife and culture of the area. A full and varied programme of walks and evening entertainment is offered, with something to suit all ages and abilities. visit www.angusanddundee.co.uk to find out programme details.

1st to 3rd June 2007, Gardening Scotland, Edinburgh. Gardening Scotland has become one of the nation's established foremost gardening and outdoor-living shows. More than 30,000 visitors are expected to visit as many of the nation's best horticultural, craft and food companies in a show that appeals to all ages. Come along and be inspired, buy and get the very best horticultural advice from the experts. With a Craft Marquee, Food Pantry and Beechgrove Garden Q&A sessions, Gardening Scotland has all the ingredients for a fabulous day out. Full details can be found at www.gardeningscotland.com

1st to 3rd June 2007, Scottish Open Amateur Strokeplay Championship, Dornoch. 2007 is the event's 40th anniversary and the first time Royal Dornoch has staged the championship. Past winners include Ryder Cup hero Colin Montgomerie as well as European Tour winners Stephen Gallacher and Alastair Forsyth, highlighting the nature of the event as a breeding ground for future star professionals. To obtain full details of programme times visit www.scottishgolfunion.org

2nd June 2007, Taste of Grampian Food Festival, Inverurie in Aberdeenshire. A great day out for all the family, the northeast's premier food event celebrates the richness and diversity of Grampian's food larder in a one-day food and drink festival. With music, children's entertainment, arts & crafts, fabulous local produce to taste and buy, cookery competitions and demonstrations and celebrity chefs and guests, a fun-packed day for all is guaranteed. Furter details can be found on at www.tasteof grampian.co.uk.

7th to 10th June 2007, Taste of Edinburgh, Edinburgh. This event will give thousands of foodies the opportunity to enjoy the best that Scottish restaurants and food and drink producers have to offer. Edinburgh's most prestigious restaurants and celebrated chefs will be serving sample-sized signature dishes, the Chef's Demonstration Theatre will allow visitors to watch top chefs in action while the Wine Experience will be offering wine tastings and tutorials. visit www.channel4.com for full programme.

8th & 9th June Hawick, 15th June 2007 Selkirk, Common Riding Festivals, Scottish Borders Each Borders town celebrates its history with magnificent rideouts involving hundreds of horses, ridden with a passion worthy of the old reivers. The celebrations are a survival of the ancient practice of marking a town's boundaries and continue today as distinctive and colourful expressions of civic pride and tradition. www.borderevents.com lists the full programme of events.

15th to 24th June 2007, Johnsmas Foy, Shetland. 'A celebration of sail' coinciding with the arrival of two major yachting events to Lerwick Harbour, the Shetland Round Britain and Ireland Races and the Shetland Bergen Races. The event has a nautical theme throughout the islands and will be complimented by a range of outdoor, music and cultural entertainment. Please visit www.johnsmasfoy.co.uk for further information.

21st to 24th June 2007, Royal Highland Show, Edinburgh. Scotland's farming and food event promises this year to be even bigger and better than before. Held over four days, with livestock on show and 1,000 stands selling everything from speciality foods to 4x4s. There's a wide range of entertainment and demonstrations in skills such as cookery and crafts, falconry and fashion. www.royalhighlandshow.org lists full details.

23rd & 24th June 2007, The Battle of Bannockburn, Bannockburn. 693 years to the day of the original conflict, there will be a spectacular re-enactment of Robert the Bruce's most famous victory over the Auld Enemy at the Bannockburn Heritage Centre. www.nts.org.uk gives more information.