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April Fools . . . or not
Estate: Ardkinglas Estate, Cairndow, Argyll On Thursday April 1st 2010 a group of intrepid tree surgeons will climb one of the tallest trees in Great Britain. Iain Campbell Duncan of ICD Tree Services supported by Dougie Cameron will climb the tree and intend to accurately measure the height of the tree and complete some minor surgery while they are up there. Sponsorship forms to raise money for Erskine Hospital and the Scottish Air Ambulance Service will be circulating in the area or can be signed at the Tree Shop Cairndow.
www.ardkinglas.com |
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Palace Opening
Estate: Mansfield Estate, Scone, Perthshire Scone Palace will open for the 2010 season on Thursday 1st April.
More details can be found at www.scone-palace.net |
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Craig Urrard Summit Pony Trek
Estate: Atholl Estate, Blair Atholl, Perthshire Reach the summit of Craig Urrard to see the most amazing views of the surrounding area during this 3 hour ride.
For more details visit www.atholl-estates.co.uk |
| Apr 2nd, 2010 (Fri) -- Apr 4th, 2010 (Sun) |
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Easter Bunny Treasure Hunt
Estate: Atholl Estate, Blair Atholl, Perthshire Find the Easter Bunny’s carrots hidden in the castle grounds and mark them on the treasure map. Once you have found all the carrots, hop along to claim your chocolate Easter Egg prize inside the castle shop.
For more details visit www.atholl-estates.co.uk |
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Egg Olympics
Estate: Atholl Estate, Blair Atholl, Perthshire Some eggy activities for families. Please bring a well-trained hard-boiled egg with you.
For more details visit www.atholl-estates.co.uk |
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Land Rover Tours
Estate: Atholl Estate, Blair Atholl, Perthshire Enjoy a breath-taking 2.5 hour Land Rover Tours through some of the most remote, dramatic and tranquil areas on Atholl Estates.
For more details visit www.atholl-estates.co.uk |
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Easter Eggstravaganza
Estate: Roxburghe Estate, Kelso Join us for our annual Easter Eggstravaganza event. Eggs hunts, magic shows, bouncy castles and garden games. Come in fancy dress and join in our competitions. A delicious hog roast and BBQ provided by Iain Collingbourne, Head Chef at Floors Castle. Family entertainment and fun for all. Adult £3.50 / Child £3.00 / Family £12.00. 11am - 3pm. For more information please call 01573 227 660 or email: cnewton@floorscastle.com.
For more information visit www.roxburghe.net |
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Easter Fun Day
Estate: Bowhill Estate, Selkirk Join us at Bowhill for an egg-cellent family fun day. Tantalising Easter Egg trails and all kinds of egg-citing activities. Remember to bring your egg to roll down the lawns of Bowhill House! £6 Adults/ £5 Children. Family (2+2) £20.
For more information visit www.bowhill.org |
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Attics Tour
Estate: Atholl Estate, Blair Atholl, Perthshire Discover the secrets of Blair Castle’s attics. Hidden from view in the maze of attic rooms and corridors are many strange, wonderful and interesting artefacts.
For more details visit www.atholl-estates.co.uk |
| Apr 5th, 2010 (Mon) |
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
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Easter Egg'stravaganza
Estate: Hopetoun Estate, South Queensferry Come along for this traditional workshop that involves egg painting, egg rolling and other eggciting activities.
Don’t forget to bring along a hard-boiled egg or two….
10.30am to 12noon
Cost Children £5
Accompanying Adults – £3.70 (Includes Grounds Entrance Charge)
Meet at the Education Room
(Booking required)
…searching for clues and treasure.
For further information visit www.hopetoun.co.uk |
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Heather, Hills and Hamish Pony Trek
Estate: Atholl Estate, Blair Atholl, Perthshire Take a guided tour through the stunning hills and heather moors of Atholl.
For more details visit www.atholl-estates.co.uk |
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Spring Treasure Hunt
Estate: Atholl Estate, Blair Atholl, Perthshire …searching for clues and treasure.
For more details visit www.atholl-estates.co.uk |
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Craig Urrard Summit Pony Trek
Estate: Atholl Estate, Blair Atholl, Perthshire Reach the summit of Craig Urrard to see the most amazing views of the surrounding area during this 3 hour ride.
For more details visit www.atholl-estates.co.uk |
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Nunkie Theatre: A Pleasing Terror
Estate: Bowhill Estate, Selkirk A double bill of ghostly stories from the ghost stories of M R James, performed by Robert Llloyd Parry. In Canon Alberic’s Scrap-book, a young Cambridge antiquary discovers the devil in the details of an old book in a medieval town in the French Pyrenees… In The Mezzotint a ghoulish revenge is enacted within a work of art, before the helpless eyes of a museum curator in Oxford…Eerie and entertaining … look out behind you! Tickets £10 / £8 under 16s Optional pre theatre supper £12
www.bowhill.org |
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Learn to Read or Get Lost!
Estate: Balmoral Estate, Royal Deeside A practical guide to basic navigation, including taking bearings, grid references and mountain safety.
For further information visit www.balmoralcastle.com |
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Ranger-led walk around Blair Castle gardens and grounds
Estate: Atholl Estate, Blair Atholl, Perthshire Discover more about the spectacular grounds.
For more details visit www.atholl-estates.co.uk |
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Pond Dip and Do
Estate: Bowhill Estate, Selkirk Discover why the ‘shimmying shrimp’ shimmies and how spiders catch their prey in the water. Adult £4.50/Child £3.50/Season Pass £1.
www.bowhill.org |
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Red Squirrel Walk
Estate: Atholl Estate, Blair Atholl, Perthshire Come and look for red squirrels and learn more about them.
For more details visit www.atholl-estates.co.uk |
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Kidgloves Puppets: The Three Little Pigs and Other Tales
Estate: Bowhill Estate, Selkirk Why do animals have adventures in threes? As well as The Three Little Pigs, Kidgloves presents Goldilocks and the Three Bears and The Three Billy Goats Gruff. Help chase Wilfred Wolf away, watch the goats outwit the troll and join in with the singing at the Bears’ house. With rod and glove puppets, lots of music and audience interaction, this show is ideal for anyone 3 years old or over. Tickets £4 (under 16 and over 65) £5 adults.
www.bowhill.org |
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Garlic Theatre: Billy Goats Gruff
Estate: Bowhill Estate, Selkirk A simple story of three hungry goats and a grumpy old troll, told with a very gentle ecological message. A magical tale for ages 3 – 6 with dancing goats, a flying troll and lots of rubbish! Tickets (£4 under 16 and over 65) £5 adults.
www.bowhill.org |
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Glass Houses Workshop
Estate: Roxburghe Estate, Kelso Andrew Simmons and his team share their extensive knowledge and show you how to get the best from your greenhouse and house plants. Includes tea and scones at the Terrace Cafe. £30.00. Discounts available for RHS Members. 10am. To book your place please call 01573 227 660 or email: cnewton@floorscastle.com.
For more information visit www.roxburghe.net |
| Apr 15th, 2010 (Thu) |
7:00 PM |
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RHS “Growing for Success” Talk
Estate: Mansfield Estate, Scone, Perthshire On Thursday 15th April at 7pm, Horticulturist Stephen Lacey will present The RHS ‘Growing For Success’ talk, entitled ‘Real Gardening’.
More details can be found at www.scone-palace.net |
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Get Some Spring in your Step!
Estate: Bowhill Estate, Selkirk Join the Bowhill Ranger for a refreshing spring walk to blow those winter cobwebs away and then treat yourself to a tempting cream tea.
£7.50 (£6.50 per person for season pass.) Suitable for 8 and over.
www.bowhill.org |
| Apr 22nd, 2010 (Thu) -- Apr 23rd, 2010 (Fri) |
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Hopetoun House Master Classes
Estate: Hopetoun Estate, South Queensferry Fashion, Ritual, Furniture & Textiles: The Phenomenon of The State Bed.
For further information visit www.hopetoun.co.uk |
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Gerard Logan: The Rape of Lucrece by William Shakespeare
Estate: Bowhill Estate, Selkirk A brilliant, brutal narrative poem giving an account of the terrible crime of rape and its dreadful consequences for victim and perpetrator. As ever, though, Shakespeare goes beyond the obvious, following the ramifications of the crime wherever they take him, shining a light on human behaviour.
“……..If you love poetry, Shakespeare, or just a good story brilliantly told don’t miss this show. You will rarely have the chance to experience great poetry brought to life this well. Faultlessly performed by Gerard Logan, in the pure spirit-filled voice of a master, this performance is one the Royal
Shakespeare Company could be proud of having produced…” ***** Fringe Review (Edinburgh 2008)
Tickets £10 / £8 under 16s Optional pre theatre supper £12.
www.bowhill.org |
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Birds B4 Breakfast
Estate: Balmoral Estate, Royal Deeside An excellent opportunity to observe the courtship rituals of black grouse from the luxury of a Land Rover Discovery.
For further information please visit www.balmoralcastle.com |
| Apr 24th, 2010 (Sat) -- Apr 25th, 2010 (Sun) |
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Central Scotland International Horse Trials
Estate: Mansfield Estate, Scone, Perthshire This popular two-day event returns on 24th and 25th April and includes dressage, cross-country and show jumping.
More details can be found at www.scone-palace.net |
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Children’s Castle Tours
Estate: Atholl Estate, Blair Atholl, Perthshire Marvel at amazing exhibits and find out some fascinating facts on a children’s tour of Blair Castle.
For more details visit www.atholl-estates.co.uk |
| Apr 29th, 2010 (Thu) -- May 3rd, 2010 (Mon) |
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Tulip Festival
Estate: Cambo Estate, St Andrews Thousands of tulips to see growing and cut.
For more information visit www.camboestate.com |
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The Tulip - The Most Seductive of Bulbs
Estate: Cambo Estate, St Andrews Illustrated talk by Anna Pavord, author of 'The Tulip'.
For further information please visit www.camboestate.com |
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The You're Welcome and Enjoy Estates initiatives are supported by the Scottish Rural Property and Business Association (SRPBA) and the Scottish Estates Business Group (SEBG).
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Quad bike trekking on Alvie Estate in beautiful Speyside. |
Stunning Drumlanrig Castle in South West Scotland offers activities ranging from children's art classes to falconry displays. |
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You can enjoy the wonderful gardens at Cambo near St Andrews throughout the year; special events such as the snowdrop and rose festivals are particularly good times to visit. |
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The Scottish Game Fair held at Scone each July has more on offer than warm socks and tweeds. |
Brahan Estates and Shakespeare transport theatre-goers from Dingwall to Romeo and Juliet's Verona. Outdoor theatre at Brahan is a popular attraction in the summer months |
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Red deer are one of Scotland's truly iconic species - Alvie Estate near Kingussie give you the chance to see wild stags at close range between December and March. |
Saddle up and have a ball at Atholl Estates where, amongst other things, ladies only pony-trekking and sphereing are on offer. |
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See the tallest tree in Britain at Ardkinglas House in Argyll. |
Winton Estate in East Lothian have developed walks around the estate for locals and visitors alike to enjoy. |
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Visitors are welcome to view Scotland's longest running archaeological excavation, the Bishop's Palace at Fetternear, Aberdeenshire which was originally a summer residence for the Catholic Bishops of Aberdeen. |
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Ongoing Events
Jump menu: Central Scotland :: East of Scotland ::
North & West of Scotland ::
North-East Scotland ::
South of Scotland
Estate: Alvie and Dalraddy Estates, Kingussie
All year round unless otherwise stated
- Guided Tours - The Diversification of a Highland Estate
- Quadbiking
- Archery
- Paintball
- Fishing
- Clay Pigeon Shooting
- Pony Trekking
- Feeding the Deer - accompany keeper feed wild stags December -- March
Further information available at www.alvie-estate.co.uk, tel. 01540 651255; or email: info@alvie-estate.co.uk
Estate: Atholl Estate, Blair Atholl, Perthshire
All year round unless otherwise stated
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Pony Trekking - April- September
- Tractor Tours
- Land Rover Safaris
Further information available at www.atholl-estates.co.uk, tel. 01796 481355; or email: lesley@atholl-estates.co.uk
Estate: Loch Leven's Larder, Kinross
All year round
- Walking - Year round walking on the farm’s nature trail, ideal for short walks or, if you feel more energetic, use it as a starting point for a longer walk around Loch Leven on the Loch Leven Heritage Trail. You can park at the farm shop and café, which just so happens to be the ideal place to enjoy some well earned refreshments after your walk. For further details visit www.lochlevenslarder.com
Estate: Winton Estate, Pencaitland
All year round
- Winton Walks - Over 12 miles of walking on Winton Estate and beyond. The walks display much of the wonder we find in nature. They also have some intriguing points of interest, including 'walkers' roosts' to shelter in, 'pixie perch' toadstools and two tall carvings of African women. The Winton Walks Route Guide can be downloaded or picked up from either of the two Pencaitland village stores.
For more information visit: www.wintonhouse.co.uk
Estate: Ardkinglas, Cairndow, Argyll
April onwards
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Policy Walks
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Glen Fyne Land Rover Trip
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House Tours 23 Apr to 24 Sep - booking essential
Further information available at www.ardkinglas.com, tel. 01499 600261
Estate: Brahan Estate, Dingwall
All year round
- Birdwatching - Tollie Red Kites
- Golf
- Mountainbiking
- Clay Pigeon Shooting
- Cycling - The Estate has many marked pathways to suit all abilities.
- Arboretum - The Dell (Arboretum) open to the public with a collecting box for Highland Hospice is at it's best in early June with rhododendrons and azaleas in flower.
- Walking - The Estate has many marked pathways to suit all abilities.
- Fishing
- Guided Tours
- Rough Shooting
- Target Shooting
- 4 x 4 Driving
- Photographic Safari
Further information available at www.brahan.com, tel. 01349 865505; or email: info@brahan.com
Estate: Rothiemurchus, by Aviemore
All year round
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Archery
- Clay Shooting
- Canoeing
- Easy Peaks in the Park
- Family Bush Craft
- Family Rafting
- Fishing
- Gorge Swimming
- Gorge Walking
- Indoor Climbing
- Low Ground Walking
- Mountain biking
- Pony Trekking and Hacking
- Quad Bike Trekking
- River Raiders
- Safaris on Foot
- Safaris by Land Rover
- White Water Rafting
- Tennis
- Wildlife Photography
- Wildlife watching
- Yoga
- 4x4 Off-road Driving
Further information available at www.rothiemurchus.net, tel. 01479 812345; or email: info@rothie.net
Estate: Sutherland Estate, Golspie
- Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve - Loch Fleet is jointly managed by Scottish Natural Heritage, the Scottish Wildlife Trust and Sutherland Estate. This reserve occupies a stunning coastal location where a river flows through a tidal basin. Common seals regularly haul out on the mudflats at low tide and you can enjoy great views of wildfowl and waders. Sand dunes and coastal heath are rich in wild flowers and the attractive pinewood plantations provide a home for flowers more usually seen in ancient native pinewoods. is open to the public. For more information visit: www.nnr-scotland.org.uk. All year round.
- Highland Wildcat Mountain-Biking Trails - Over 18km of purpose build trails, including the longest descent in the UK from 1300ft to sea-level. For more information visit: www.highlandwildcat.com. All year round.
Estate: Glenlivet Estate, Cairngorms National Park
All year round
- Fishing
- Horse riding
- Cross-country skiing
- Mountain biking
- Canoeing
- Guided Walks
- Gorge walking
- Clay Pigeon Shooting
- Wild Farm Safari
- Children’s Adventure Playground
- Tennis Court
- Landrover Tours
- Argocat Tours
- Outdoor bowls
- Golf
Further information available at www.glenlivetestate.co.uk, tel. 01479 870070; or email: info@glenlivetestate.co.uk
Estate: Invercauld Estate, Braemar
All year round
Further information available at www.invercauld.org, tel. 013397 41224; or email: office@invercauld.org
Estate: Lochter Activity Centre, Old Meldrum, Inverurie, Aberdeen
All year round
- Rally Karting and Rage Buggies
- The Track
- Obstacle Driving
- 4x4 Blindfold Off-road Driving
- Clay Pigeon Shooting
- Segway
- Archery
- Rifle Target Shooting
- Mini Highland Games
- Target Golf
- Loch Trout Fly Fishing
- Digger Driving
- Sumo
- Wrestling
- Raft Building
- Treasure Hunt
- Mystery Activities
Further information available at www.lochter.co.uk, tel. 01651 872000; or email: info@lochter.co.uk
Estate: Bowhill Estate, Selkirk, Roxburghshire
April - September
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Adventure Playground
- Horse Riding
- Mountain-biking
- Walking
Further information available at www.bowhill.org, tel. 01750 22204; or email: bht@buccleuch.com
Estate: Floors Castle, Kelso, Roxburghshire
All year round
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Castle Tours
- Gardens
- Woodland Walk
- Adventure Playground
- Clay Pigeon Shooting
- Archery
- Quad bikes
Further information available at www.roxburghe.net/floorscastle.html, tel. 01573 223 333; or email: estates@floorscastle.com
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