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A fabulous exhibition of paintings exploring the flora and fauna of Galloway, by local painter, Jenny Edwards
An exhibition of paintings and drawings illustrating the natural history encountered on recent journeys to Brazil. Explore, through art, the Pantanal (Brazil’s… More
Explore the formation and history of RBGE in this amazing exhibition celebrating its 350th anniversary
It is a traditional agricultural show held on the first Saturday in August each year. Dumfries, being primarily a livestock producing area, prides itself on the quality of the livestock on display, with the quality of dairy, beef and sheep sections second to none.
There is a very large and growing horse section with an extensive array of different classes. It has BSJA affiliation and is a qualifier for Blair Atholl.
The show has an enthusiastic goat section, including milking trials.
There are also sections for the home and garden industries, stick making, a large craft fair, a food festival with cookery theatre, a very popular and growing cheese competition which is the only one in Scotland outside the Highland Show and a young farmers section as well as a huge array of stands throughout the showfield.
We aim to put on an entertaining, educational show in a safe environment for all the family whether they be involved in farming or not.
Come and enjoy a great day out.
Langholm, “The Muckle Toon” has seen tradition upheld for over 250 years with the Annual Langholm Common Riding which takes place every year on the last Friday in July.
Next year sees The Common Riding on Friday July 31st 2020
The event starts at 5am with the flute band parading the town and draws to a conclusion (after an exciting day of events and festivities) at 9.30pm when the Cornet hands back the Town Standard in front of the town hall.
For more information please look at the Langholm Initiative Website
Join us for the award-winning Galloway Country Fair 2019, set in the grounds of the stunning Drumlanrig Castle in Dumfries and Galloway.
Galloway Country Fair is an annual two day event held on the grounds of Drumlanrig Castle in Dumfries and Galloway.
The event is a celebration of rural life and brings together food and drink, country sports, entertainment, rural crafts, children’s activities and much, much more to ensure an outstanding day for every member of the family. For more information contact 01848 331 555 or email info@drumlanrigcastle.co.uk
We look forward to welcoming you in August 2020
http://www.gallowaycountryfair.co.uk
The link gives a list of the main events that are happening in Dumfries & Galloway over the coming months.
Loch Ken is perfect for Wild Swimming and our organised swim is a great opportunity for experienced swimmers, families and beginners to get out and enjoy the water.
As part of the hydro scheme Loch Ken is regularly filled with fresh, clean water straight off the Rhinns of Kells and is one of the cleanest Lochs in Scotland.
The wild swims have been running for about 5-6 years and they are well attended.
This year it will be run as part of the Loch Ken Alive Month of Endurance whereby a number of events on and around the Loch Ken area will run throughout September.
For on line booking visit the website
Lifeboat Week is one of the highlights in Portpatrick. Sunday 2nd August to Saturday 8th August 2020
The week long celebrations provide ideal entertainment for holiday makers and villagers alike. (more…)
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Join the Countryside Team for a guided winter walk to Rough Island at Rockcliffe. Enjoy wonderful island views and discover a rich variety of wildlife.
Learn how to make your own plant staking using heritage techniques.
Discover Threave Garden’s spectacular snowdrop displays throughout the garden and woodlands, and take a self-guided tour through Threave House.
Learn how to make your own small rockery for alpines.
Discover the nocturnal world of bats at Threave Garden and Estate with our Natural Heritage Team. Listen to bat calls with bat detectors and get the chance to see and hear other nocturnal wildlife such as owls, hedgehogs and badgers.
For nearly 100 years we’ve been welcoming people to our Gardens, to enjoy our unique setting and to find some peace and respite. However, the welfare of our Friends, visitors and staff must always come first.
That’s why, in the light of coronavirus, we are temporarily closing Castle Kennedy Gardens. We will be reviewing this and keep you updated.
We believe that access to nature is a universal human right. Now more than ever, gardens and the outdoors can lift our spirits, brighten our days and improve our physical and mental health. So whilst our gardens are shut, we’ll be sharing some images from the gardens to help keep your spirits up wherever you are.
Thank you for your support and for being part of Castle Kennedy Gardens. We hope you will bear with us during this period of disruption. And of course we will extend your Friends Membership for the duration of the closure.
We don’t know yet when our Gardens will reopen, but we look forward to welcoming you back when they do.
Until then, stay safe and take care. We’ll be in touch soon.
