Morning events, Activities

A weekend of talks, demonstrations and activities that investigate our relationship to the natural world as explored through writing, in celebration of the Year of Natural Scotland. Speakers include Sir John Lister-Kaye, TC Smout, Esther Woolfson, Ian Edwards and Fi Martynoga.

Get the know-all behind why people dress up and paint their faces, before doing exactly that yourself. Like Hallowe'en, but four months early! Ages 3–5.

A showcase of junior and senior novice talents plus the professionals have a go.

Fun and games for all the family with creatures great and small.

Survival course fun for intrepid fathers and their children.

Alba Adventure bring you a fun filled and educational day where you can learn about traditions of the Jacobite era, including swordplay and wearing the belted plaid.

Celebrate the wonders of nature at Glasgow’s longest established Local Nature Reserve, with the conservation team and the Countryside Rangers. Activities include wildlife counts, guided walks, stalls, displays and lots more.

Sail up Loch Katrine to Stronachlachair and walk back along the south side of the loch, over the high cattle route, back to the start. This nine mile (635m ascent) walk is suitable for people with reasonable fitness. Walking boots, waterproofs, packed lunch and drinks are all required.

Starting and finishing on Loch Lomond Shores and taking in great views, this fun run is open to adults and children aged 11+.

A full day on one of Scotland's highest mountains. Explore the natural history and management of 'Dark Lochnagar'. Hillwalking gear and a good level of fitness required. Booking is essential.

A guided walk through the popular Fife range from Kinnesswood to Falkland.

A six-mile adventure in aid of the charity involving cross-country racing, an army assault course, and a whole host of other demanding challenges, with a hog roast at the end to reward you.

Music, Christmas treats, street entertainment and Santa's grotto get a medieval twist this holiday season, as the festivities spread out across Caerphilly town centre.

Experience medieval life as this favourite family day out returns. Bring along your little lords and ladies to test their skills at hobby-horse jousting, foam sword fighting and teach them how to dress for battle. A day full of fun and games!

Laurence Freeman OSB, Benedictine monk of the Congregation of Monte Oliveto, presents this two day workshop exploring the physical and psychological benefits of meditation.

Get fit, enjoy the views and raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support by walking through the lovely setting of Holyrood Park on either a 3-mile or an 8-mile route. Suitable for the whole family (except for Rover).

A fun morning out to search for the tiny animals that skitter around, hidden from view.

A chance for parents and carers to dance and move creatively with their wee ones. Ages 18 months–3 years from 10.30am; ages 6–18 months from 11.15am.

After gleaning inspiration from a minibeast hunt, craft your own wee beasties.

Spot some moths and butterflies and find out how you can help in their conservation. Booking is essential.

Learn all about the mushrooms and toadstools in the country park.

Musical theatre workshop.