Throughout December 2007, Every Friday 5pm to 8pm Live Jazz, Snafu,
Aberdeen. Meet Simon Gall and his pack of jazz cats when they
are let loose for some fine jazz music every Friday early evening.
If you've just finished work and want to relax this is the place for
you. Free entry, complimentary nibbles and if booking parties of over
four a free bottle of house wine. To book a table visit
www.clubsnafu.com
Throughout December 2007 at The Bein
Inn, Glenfarg, nr Perth, Perthshire. A favourite venue for
live music lovers. The Bein Inn plays host to a wide selection of
different artistes. For full programme details please visit
www.beininn.com.
December 2007 and throughout
the year, Loch Rannoch Watersports Centre, Kinloch Rannoch.
A multitude of activities are available to
groups and individuals. Taster sessions for beginners are available
all week, while those with more experience can benefit from further
training or simply hire one of their boats. All activities are under
the supervision of qualified staff, and all necessary equipment
can be provided for a safe and enjoyable day, weekend or week away.
You can choose from Sailing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Fishing, Boat Hire,
Mountain Biking, Quad Biking, Off Road Driving and Safari’s,
Climbing, Abseiling, Archery, and multi-activity courses.
www.goforth.co.uk
From December 2007, Glasgow On Ice, George
Square, Glasgow. With George Square's famous
Christmas illuminations as a sparkling backdrop, you'll be able
to show off your ice-dancing moves on one of the largest outdoor
ice rinks in Europe, all set to non-stop music. www.glasgow-on-ice.co.uk
lists all the details of opening times.
8th
to 9th December 2007, Scone Palace, nr Perth, Perthshire. Scone
Palace will be holding a special Christmas weekend this year. Come
along and join us for a weekend of candlelight, mulled wine and music.
Queen Victoria and John Brown will be 'in residence' to greet you
on your visit. A children's storyteller will amuse kids and adults
alike with tales of Christmas past. For full details of events at
this venue please visit
www.scone-palace.co.uk
21st November to 2nd December 2007, St Andrew's
Festival, St Andrews, Fife. A programme full of exciting festivities
celebrating Scotland's patron saint with the very best of our rich
national cuisine and culture. Festivities include traditional and
classical music concerts, drama and dance, crafts and art exhibitions.
For a taste of what is involved along with programme of events please
visit www.standrewsfestival.co.uk
7th December 2007, Talk on Tweed, National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh.
An interesting talk on the origins and popularity if Tweed.
Tweed originated in Scotland in the early 19th century and it has
been internationally popular ever since. Join Fiona Anderson, Senior
Curator of Dress and Textiles, as she explores the fascinating history
of tweed through objects from the collections. Places limited, so
book your seat today! www.nms.ac.uk
lists programme details.
6th December 2007, Just Laugh Club, Stirling.
Join an audience who appreciate humour
and laughter and enjoy the performances of some of Scotland's comdedians
including Bob Doolally, Des Clark, Gary and Stu Improv.
Further information can be obtained from www.justlaugh.co.uk
29th December 2007 to 5th
January 2008, The Scottish 'Birding and Wildlife Experience, The
Mountview Hotel, Nethybridge, Inverness-shire. Why not try
something different which will incorporate a holiday enjoying birdwatching
in a picturesque part of Scotland and also enjoy the excitement
of a true Scottish Celebration seeing out the old year and bringing
in the new details can be found on www.heatherlea.co.uk
31st December 2007, Hogmanay Bonfire, Biggar.
The Hogmanay Bonfire in the town of Biggar, Scottish Borders, started
as far back as pagan times when fire was worshipped and believed
to ward of evil spirits for the New Year. The tradition has been
kept alive for hundreds of years and no other town in the world
celebrates the arrival of the New Year like Biggar. Further information
can be found at www.biggarbonfire.org.uk
31st December 2007, Stonehaven Fireball
Festival, Stonehaven. Stonehaven's Fireball Festival is a
spectacular sight as local people form a processession along the
old town High Street swinging fireballs to ward off the darkness
of winter and bring in the new year in what is one of the few remaining
traditional mid-winter fire festivals on the east coast. Full details
are at www.stonehavenfireballs.co.uk
31st
December 2007, Across Scotland, Hogmanay. Hogmanay - New
Year's Eve to the uninitiated - is party night in Scotland. Many
towns and cities throughout Scotland have their own celebrations
and you'll always be welcome, so come along and experience a traditional
Scottish new year for yourself. The City of Edinburgh hosts the
largest street party in Scotland with thousands of visitors.
www.edinburghshogmanay.org