Activities

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Edinburgh Rat Race

Streets of glory - Edinburgh Rat Race

17 Jul 2008

Edinburgh will be reclaimed by hundreds of scurrying creatures this month. Claire Sawers meets the people behind the Rat Race

Sno!Zone

Three to try: adventure sports

17 Jul 2008

Transgression Park Head to the top of Edinburgh’s Ocean Terminal for a spin on your BMX, skateboard or inline skates. Not yet a consummate professional? Lessons and equipment hire are available for all three ‘freesports’. There is also a designated…

Sushi making

Sushi making

19 Jun 2008

Sushi is like a chocolate box selection for grown-ups, says Kumiko Hatori, a Japanese chef, and my teacher for the day. ‘It should be full of pretty shapes and bright colours that tempt you to dip in.’ We’re in the kitchen of Hatori’s home in Glasgow, a…

Thai Cooking

Three others to try: Cooking classes

19 Jun 2008

Thai cooking Ever wondered how to transform a carrot into a rosebud? Get to grips with ornate vegetable carving and the basics of Thai cookery, then take the dishes home to eat. One-on-one tuition is available as well as group lessons for up to…

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Mardi Gras
Date Location
The Grassmarket transforms into a swinging, buzzing New Orleans high street with parades, brollie-dollies and bands performing all afternoon. Begins at 12.30pm with a parade from the City Chambers. 'Part of the Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival'.
26 Jul 1.00–4.00 Grassmarket, Edinburgh
Glasgow Show
Date Location
The 'People's Festival' returns for a weekend of fun-filled family entertainment with top name acts and attractions from around the world.
26 Jul–27 Jul Glasgow Green, Glasgow
SWBA National Finals
Date Location
Watch the ladies battle it out to take home the national bowling title.
25 Jul–27 Jul 9.00am Northfield Bowling Complex, Ayr
Alpine Ascents - Beinn Dearg Meadhonach
Date Location
Climb one of the Red Hills in Glen Sligachan and enjoy spectacular views of the Cuillin ridge.
27 Aug 10.30am–4.30 Sligachan
Bank of Scotland National Junior Championships U15/19
Date Location
The U15 and U19 Scottish National Junior Championships. Events in all age groups include categories for boys and girls singles, doubles and mixed doubles.
4 Oct (Times vary) Meadowbank Sports Centre, Edinburgh
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