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Hard Rain - Remaking A World Gone Wrong - Logan Botanic Garden, Port Logan
Date: 28 June - 28 September 2008 |
Telephone: 01776 860231
An exceptional and inspirational outdoor photographic exhibition which is rolling out to rave reviews around the world has arrived at Logan Botanic Garden.
A series of soul searching images from around the globe inspired by the Bob Dylan classic lyric A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall, it is a reflection of mankind's destructive impact on our planet.
Web Site: www.rbge.org.uk/logan
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Lockerbie Music and Arts Festival - Lockerbie Town Hall and other venues
Date: 26 - 28 September 2008 |
Price: From £2 - £12 |
Telephone: 01387 253383
An eclectic mix of traditional and folk music, bringing together local and national music performers and a wealth of artistic experiences.
Web Site: www.allaboutlockerbie.com
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The Tour of Britain - Drumlanrig Castle, Thornhill
Date: 13 September 2008 |
Start Time: First riders expected 14:25. |
Price: Free |
Drumlanrig Castle marks the end of Stage 7 of the tour. Come along and cheer the cyclists on to the finish of this Scottish stage after a gruelling ride from Glasgow Green. Activities throughout the day include bouncy castles, inflatable football pitch and climbing wall.
Web Site: www.tourofbritain.co.uk
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South by South-West - Gracefield Arts Centre, Dumfries
Date: 9 August - 20 September 2008 |
Price: Free |
Telephone: 01557 331643
A major collaborative art exhibition showing simukltaneously in 3 venues in Ayr, Kilmarnock and Kirkcudbright/Dumfries presenting the story of art heritage in SW Scotland from 1780 to present day. This section of the exhibition tells the story for the period 1880-1940.
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Creetown Country Music Festival - Creetown
Date: 18th - 21st September 2008 |
Telephone: 01671 820281
Scotland's No.1 Country Music Festival is much more than just great music! For 2008, the festival will be expanded to include other music genres. Traditional Western Costume Parade, archery and rifle shooting, fast draw competition, a giant street fair and much more, all add to the fun
Web Site: www.creetown-countrymusic-festival.com
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Doors Open Days - Various across the region
Date: 27 - 28 September 2008 |
Price: Free! |
Telephone: 01387 247543
Enjoy a free visit to some of Dumfries & Galloway's most unusual and historic places. This year the theme is water. From lighthouses to theatres and chapels to water mills, all will open their doors this weekend.
Web Site: www.doorsopendays.org.uk
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Gaelforce 2008 - Dumfries & Galloway
Date: 9th August - 8th November 2008 |
Telephone: 01387 253383
A storm of arts and entertainment sweeping through Dumfries & Galloway. Combine a visit to beautiful Dumfries & Galloway with a GaelForce event. Events throughout the region include exhibitions, drama, dance, music, children's events with something to interest all the family.
Web Site: www.gaelforceevents.co.uk
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Wigtown Book Festival - Wigtown
Date: 26 September - 5 October 2008 |
Telephone: 01988 403222
To celebrate the festival's 10th birthday, this year's programme will be bigger and more varied than ever, with over 130 talks, discussions and performances. Menzies Campbell, former Liberal Democrat leader, Sandra Howard, wife of former Conservative Party leader, Michael, Edward Lucas, author of 'New Cold War' and writer, director and star of Channel 4's 'Meet the Magoons', Hardeep Singh Kohli are confirmed to attend.
Web Site: www.wigtownbookfestival.com
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The Hairth - Knockengorroch Farm, Carsphairn, Castle Douglas
Date: 19th - 21st September 2008 |
Telephone: 01644 460662
A family-friendly music festival celebrating great music and landscape, featuring a wealth of folk, fusion, dance and world music acts from both high-profile and emerging artists. Plus sessions, open mic, workshops, cabaret, fire performances, children?s marquee, street theatre, storytelling, performance poetry, global shopping, bar with real Scottish ales, hot showers, camping?
Web Site: www.knockengorroch.org.uk
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Moffat Walking Festival - Moffat & Surrounding Area
Date: 3rd - 5th October 2008 |
Telephone: 01683 220227
Take the chance to enjoy the autumnal delights of Moffat and the surrounding area by taking part in the ever popular Moffat Walking Festival. The festival provides a range of walks from a gentle amble to strenuous hill walks. Experienced leaders enhance the walks with information on local historic sites and wildlife.
Web Site: www.visitmoffat.co.uk
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Lockerbie Jazz Festival - Various venues around Lockerbie.
Date: 24th - 26th October 2008 |
Telephone: 0131 553 4000
Covering a wide spectrum of jazz and blues, the festival combines international class music with attractive, intimate and welcoming venues throughout Lockerbie to produce a very special event in the British jazz calendar.
Web Site: www.lockerbiejazz.com
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Discovery Rides in Dumfries & Galloway - Various throughout region
Telephone: John Taylor on 01556 670395
Come join us on our rides of discovery around Dumfries & Galloway. These circular rides are suitable for all ages and abilities and will take approximately 3 to 4 hours at an easy pace. Most rides are FREE and there is no need to book for most rides: just turn up at the meeting point with a bike, suitable clothing, a snack, a drink and your camera.
Web Site: www.visitdumfriesandgalloway.co.uk/cycling/guided-cycle-rides
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