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Biodiversity
Learn how to look after the wide range of wildlife in your orchard.
Blairlogie Reading Room
Sat 15 Jun
Free / 01786 449215
British Natural Bodybuilding Federation: Scottish Championships
Body builders compete for the Scottish title.
Perth Concert Hall
Sun 9 Jun
£17.80 / 01738 621031
- 13:00
Burrell For Families
Regular family drop-in session featuring fun activities including storytelling, tours, arts and crafts based on the Burrell's fascinating collections. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Burrell Collection, Glasgow
Sat 25 May
Free / 0141 287 2550
'Fabric, Flowers and Fun'' – fun with collage, creating flowers, birds and butterflies.
- 14:00 – 16:00
Sat 1 Jun
Free / 0141 287 2550
'Pyramids and Pictograms' – learn all about hieroglyphics and other ways the ancient Egyptians used to communicate.
- 14:00 – 16:00
Sat 22 Jun
Times to be confirmed / Free / 0141 287 2550
'Strike a Pose' – design some fabulous fashions and decorate a paper model.
CCH Community Fun Day
Fundraising fun for all the family.
Maryhill Community Central Hall, Glasgow
Sat 25 May
Free / 0141 331 7673
- 12:00 – 16:00
Ceilidh Club with Teannaich
Join in a lively ceilidh evening where dances are taught on the night, so all abilities are welcome.
The Picture House, Edinburgh
Fri 19 Jul
£10 (£8) / 0844 847 1740
Christmas Celebrations at the Lodge
Collect your Christmas tree and a mince pie and try the home baking; explore the forest trails and see if you can see a squirrel (chances are they'll walk right up to you and demand some of that home baking); take part in the forest trail quiz and win a prize. Stout footwear and waterproofs are recommended.
David Marshall Lodge, Aberfoyle
Sat 7 Dec
Small charge for some craft activities
- 10:00 – 16:00
Sun 8 Dec
Small charge for some craft activities
- 10:00 – 16:00
Mon 9 Dec
Small charge for some craft activities
- 10:00 – 16:00
Clydesdale Horses for Grown-Ups
Meet the gentle giants up close and chat to the experts about what it's like working day-to-day with the horses. Booking is essential.
Pollok Country Park, Glasgow
Wed 4 Sep
Free / 0141 276 0927
- 10:00 – 11:30
Thu 12 Sep
Free / 0141 276 0927
- 10:00 – 11:30
Cowalfest
Walking festival that takes place amid the natural splendour of the Cowal peninsula with walks focussing on heritage, wildlife or just a good work-out. As well as an extensive range of guided walks for all ages and abilities, there are also drama workshops for children, horse riding, orienteering, exhibitions, art…
Cowal Peninsula
Fri 4 Oct
Times & prices vary; most walks free / 01369 703785
Sat 5 Oct
Times & prices vary; most walks free / 01369 703785
Sun 6 Oct
Times & prices vary; most walks free / 01369 703785
Day in the Park
A day exploring the endless possibilities of park life.
Craigshill Greenspace, Livingston
Sat 25 May
Free
Part of Scotland's Nature Festival.
- 11:00 – 15:00
Discover! Fitba' Crazy
Arts and crafts inspired by the beautiful game and the exhibition More Than a Game: How Scotland Shaped World Football.
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow
Sat 1 Jun
Free / 0141 276 9599
- 13:30 – 16:00
Sun 2 Jun
Free / 0141 276 9599
- 13:30 – 16:00
Drop-In Holiday Workshops
Arty outdoor activities inspired by the Jupiter artists to make the summer hols that little bit more creative. Suitable for ages 5–13.
Jupiter Artland, Wilkieston
Fri 5 Jul
£6 / 01506 889900
Today: 'Purple Haze' – A painting workshop based on Anya Gallaccio's installation.
- 13:00 – 15:00
Sat 6 Jul
£6 / 01506 889900
Today: 'Tree Image' – Painting and drawing workshop based on the art techniques of Tania Kovat.
- 13:00 – 15:00
Fri 12 Jul
£6 / 01506 889900
Today: 'Earth Moving' – Create your own clay and earth sculpture.
- 13:00 – 15:00
Edinburgh Printmakers Short Film Award
This award ceremony features a selection of films from final year students and graduates working across digital media in the Scottish arts colleges. Booking is essential.
Edinburgh Printmakers
Fri 28 Jun
£3 (Students free) / 0131 557 2479
- 19:00 – 21:00
Fit Club
A free fit club for kids struggling with their weight.
Eston Leisure Centre, Middlesbrough
Wed 29 May
Free / 0113 812 5233
- 16:30 – 20:30
Wed 5 Jun
Free / 0113 812 5233
- 16:30 – 20:30
Wed 12 Jun
Free / 0113 812 5233
- 16:30 – 20:30
Rainbow Leisure Centre, Middlesbrough
Sat 25 May
Free / 0113 812 5233
- 10:00 – 14:00
Sat 1 Jun
Free / 0113 812 5233
- 10:00 – 14:00
Sat 8 Jun
Free / 0113 812 5233
- 10:00 – 14:00
Splash Leisure Centre, Stockton-on-Tees
Fri 24 May
Free / 0113 812 5233
- 16:30 – 20:30
Fri 31 May
Free / 0113 812 5233
- 16:30 – 20:30
Fri 7 Jun
Free / 0113 812 5233
- 16:30 – 20:30
FyneFest
Beer is the star at Fyne Ales brewery with over 100 different beers from the UK’s best breweries available over the weekend, accompanied by an equally tempting music programme and food from a range of local producers (local as in venison burgers from the estate and fresh oysters collected from the loch). This year's…
Fyne Ales, Cairndow
Fri 14 Jun
Times vary / £20–£30 / 01499 600120
Sat 15 Jun
Times vary / £20–£30 / 01499 600120
Sun 16 Jun
Times vary / £20–£30 / 01499 600120
German Conversation with Yakety Yak Language Cafe
Improve your German conversation in a small group with an experienced tutor.
Filmhouse Café Bar, Edinburgh
Thu 23 May
Times to be confirmed / £7 / 07826 555 134
Thu 30 May
Times to be confirmed / £7 / 07826 555 134
Thu 6 Jun
Times to be confirmed / £7 / 07826 555 134
The Great Scottish Brave Harvest Chilli Festival
A celebration of all things chilli, including food and drink and more.
Scone Palace, Perth
Sat 21 Sep
Times vary / £6 (Family £19) / 01738 552300
Sun 22 Sep
Times vary / £6 (Family £19) / 01738 552300
Introductory German Longsword Session
An introduction to historical fencing and working with the Longsword.
Kirk O'Field Parish Church, Edinburgh
Thu 23 May
£7 per session (introductory lesson free); per month £20 (students £15) / 07976 769630
- 19:30 – 21:30
Thu 30 May
£7 per session (introductory lesson free); per month £20 (students £15) / 07976 769630
- 19:30 – 21:30
Thu 6 Jun
£7 per session (introductory lesson free); per month £20 (students £15) / 07976 769630
- 19:30 – 21:30
Islay Festival of Music and Malt
The Islay Festival, or 'Fèis Ìle' as it's called in Gaelic, offers distillery tours, loads of live music, a food fair, fishing and bowling competitions and even Gaelic lessons for those who want to embrace the culture of the most famous island in the world of whisky.
Various Venues, Isle Of Islay
Fri 24 May
Times & prices vary
Sat 25 May
Times & prices vary
Sun 26 May
Times & prices vary
Let's Go Batty
Learn all about bats during this nocturnal wander around the estate.
Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate, Dumfries
Sat 31 Aug
£3 (Children £2) / 01848 331555
- 21:00 – 23:00
Local Nature Reserve Celebration: C in the Park
A day of informative and fun conservation activities with the Countryside Rangers celebrating the biodiversity of the local nature reserve.
Robroyston Park, Glasgow
Sat 1 Jun
Free / 0141 276 0931
- 12:00 – 15:00
MHFS 10K for Men
Men's Health Forum Scotland run, open to everyone over 15 and in possession of a Y chromosome, expert or beginner.
Bellahouston Park, Glasgow
Mon 17 Jun
£17–£25 / 0141 427 0558
Miles for Macmillan
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).
Holyrood Park, Edinburgh
Sun 1 Sep
£10 / 0300 100 0200
Mountain Magic
See some mountains without having to climb them, with this guided walk along the Allt na Imrich river. Along the way, you can learn about the history and biodiversity of the area from the knowledgeable local rangers.
Glen Affric National Nature Reserve, Inverness
Sun 21 Jul
Free / 01320 366322
Meet at Loch Beinn a Mheadhoin car park.
- 13:30 – 16:30
