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.

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.

Throughout the year Lauriston Castle in Edinburgh, provides an abundance of interesting events to suit the whole family from experiencing what it was like to be a servant in the castle in days gone by to art classes and discovering the exotic blooms which can be found in the gardens there is something for everyone. Full details can be found on their website www.cac.org.uk

1st to 7th July 2007, Mendelssohn on Mull Festival, Isle of Mull. A selelction of open rehearsals, recitals and concerts performd by a group of young musicians on the edge of starting their professional careers, mentored by a group senior musicians. The festival boasts packed houses on the island which Mendelssohn admired. Whether you like Mendelssohn or Mozart, Brahms or Beethoven, the festival brings to the island the opportunity to listen and learn in a setting of great natural beauty and interest. www.mullfest.org.uk lists full details

9th to 14th July 2007, Deep Fried Film Festival, Coatbridge and Airdrie, Lanarkshire. A new and exciting film festival for Scotland which features films from Scotland and around the world. The Deep Fried Film Festival is an egalatarion festival, open to all and aimed at creating better communication in the media world. In addition to screenings, the festival also plays host to several meet-and-greet sessions for film makers from around the globe. Further details can be obtained at www.deepfriedfilm.org.uk

14th and 15th July 2007, Glasgow's River Festival, Glasgow. The River Clyde is celebrated in this Festival, one of the world's most famous rivers, it combines a series of events on water and on the riverbanks and land around. Eexhibitions, displays, performances, sailings and open days on all kinds of craft, as well as special activities for children are featured, the festival offers plenty of fun and excitement for all. More details can be found at www.glasgowriverfestival.co.uk

15th July 2007, Forres Vintage Theme Day, Forres Grant Park. This is an event for all members of the family and especially those interested in vintage vehicles. There will be numerous side stalls and entertainment for the public which will start at 12.30 pm and continue throughout the afternoon. Please see details on www. visitscotland.co.uk

20th and 21st July 2007, The Wickerman Festival, Dumfries & Galloway. An alternative music festival in Scotland offers a celebration of cult music and cult cinema within a relaxed, laidback family-friendly atmosphere, targeted at the more contemporary music fan. The Festival climaxes with the burning of a giant traditional willow and straw effigy. www.thewickerman festival.co.uk

21st and 22nd July 2007, The City of Inverness Highland Games featuring the 2006 World Masters Championships, Inverness. The largest and spectacular Highland Games taking place in the Scottish Highlands plays host to the World Championship for Heavies aged 40 years and over, Scotland has never seen so many heavies gathered in one place at one time. Add a full programme of pipe band competitions, solo piping, Highland dancing and traditional music, together with the Scotland's biggest inter-clan gathering and you will discover why Inverness is the must see games of the year! A full list of events is at www.invernesshighlandgames.com

26th to 29th July 2007, The Senior British Open 2007, Muirfield, East Lothian. The Senior British Open Championship presents the biggest prize fund in European Seniors Tour golf of £1 million, the winner could be presented with a cheque for £157,800, with a 140 plus strong field of golfers featuring the cream of Seniors Tour players from across the world. Further details can be obtained from www.cybergolf.com

27th to 29th July 2007, Lomond Folk Festival, Loch Lomond. This annually held traditional and folk-music festival can be found at Balloch on the shores of beautiful Loch Lomond. It includes sessions, singing, instrument workshops, craft fairs, street entertainment and children's show. For details please visit www.lomondfolkfestival.com

28th and 29th July 2007, Dunstaffnage Music Festival, Dunstaffnage, by Oban. This two-day music festival has grown out of an informal party at Achnacloich near Oban. With a capacity of 4000 per day and full camping facilities, plans are in place for it to become an annual event, the festival will feature performances from 16 bands per day over two stages from 12 noon to midnight each day. A selelction of music includes Indie, rock, reggae, folk, Celtic, electronic, funk, soul, jazz and dance. Further details are on www.dunstaffnagemusicfestival.co .uk