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WHAT’S

ON in the Scottish Borders

AUTUMN

Your one stop shop for the best of the season AUTUMN 2016 FREE

Culture l Heritage l Theatre l Sport l Art Music l Film l Exhibitions l Dance l Drama

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Hello again and welcome to the autumn issue of What’s On magazine – your all-inclusive guide to events (and more) around the region.

There is an exciting range of activities for all ages and abilities over the next three months and we hope you will join us at some of the areas favourite venues.

The Borders Heritage Festival runs throughout September and includes walks, exhibitions and events, many of which are free.

Borders LIVE Touring is supporting a full programme of theatre, music, dance and children’s performances.

Stella Quines and Edinburgh International Book Festival present The View from the Castle Rock, a specially commissioned theatrical adaptation of Alice Munro’s moving and enigmatic short stories. Catch a performance at Tower Mill, Kirkhope Village Hall or MacArts.

The Borders welcome two of Scotland’s national music companies. The Scottish Chamber Orchestra visit the Victoria Halls, Selkirk on September 17 and Scottish Opera bring their performance of The Elixir of Love to the Volunteer Hall, Galashiels on October 27.

The town of Duns plays host to a series of events planned to mark the 750th anniversary of the birth of world renowned philosopher John Duns Scotus while children can enjoy Wild Friday afternoons at Harestanes exploring nature through science, art and bushcraft.

The annual Mountain Bike Championship at Bowhill for primary 3 – 7 and secondary 1 – 6 is a must for active kids while there are also theatre events, Hallowe’en themed activities and scary ghost tours to keep the youngsters occupied.

There are workshops on offer for all tastes and interests including music, art, various crafts and photography.

If you’re into sport The Live Borders Sports Development team offer a timetable of planned sports coach workshops and coaching qualification training courses.

Full details of all these events and many others can be found within the listings and feature pages. Happy browsing!

CONTACT US Listings are open to a wide variety of organisations. If your event hasn’t appeared in this What’s On, and you have something you want to include in a future issue, please get in touch.

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Arts Development, St Mary’s Mill, Level Crossing Road, Selkirk TD7 5EW Next issue: Winter 2016 (December/January/February)

Entry deadline: 7 Oct 2016 Front cover: ROH LIVE: Cosi Fan Tutte (Live Broadcast) 17 October, Heart of Hawick, Eastgate Theatre & the The Buccleuch Centre

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Contents

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BORDERS LIVE TOURING SUMMER FAMILY FUN WHAT’S ON LISTINGS

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20 23 41 55 SPORT CLASSES AND COURSES 64 REGULAR EVENTS 68 LIVE BORDERS MUSEUMS 74 MUSEUMS, CASTLES & HISTORIC PROPERTIES 79 GALLERIES 82 GARDENS 89 Current Exhibitions September October November

Editorial Disclaimer: Whilst we take every care to ensure details are correct, Live Borders cannot hold any responsibility for editorial errors from information received from third-parties.

Where dates and times are printed they are correct at the time of publication and may be subject to change. We strongly advise that you check in advance if you are making a special journey to a venue/event just in case arrangements have to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

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The stories will be adapted by award-winning playwright Linda McLean and directed by Marilyn Imrie and will be premiered at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe before heading to the Borders.

www.stellarquines.com, www.edbookfest.co.uk • Wed 31 Aug, 7.30pm, Eastgate Theatre, £14/£12/£6 U16 01721 725777, www.eastgatearts.com • Thurs 1 Sept, 7.30pm, Heart of Hawick, £12 01450 3606888 www.heartofhawick.co.uk • Fri 2 Sept, 7.30pm, Kirkhope Village Hall, £8 01750 52257 • Sat 3 Sept, 7.30pm, MacArts, £12 /£10 Concession 01896 756852 www.macarts.scot

Borders LIVE Touring Bringing high quality theatre, dance, music and children’s events to communities across the Scottish Borders MUSIC Riddell Fiddles Riddell Fiddles are a Selkirk based community group who like to bring their brand of musical fun to as wide an audience as possible - fiddle tunes (accompanied by our very own guitar / bass / percussion backing band) and songs not to mention the option of ceilidh dancing too.

The group have junior and senior bands as well as an all inclusive performance group.

• Fri 4th Nov, 7.30pm, Ashkirk Village Hall, £6 Box Office: dorothy.robson100@btinternet.com • Fri 11th Nov, 7.30pm, Fountainhall Village Hall, £6/5 Box Office: 01578 760297 or 01578 760296 / jjmushlin@gmail.com or chazmilluk@yahoo.co.uk 4

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The View from Castle Rock from Stellar Quines in conjunction with Edinburgh International Book Festival Award-winning theatre company Stellar Quines (Threads) and the Edinburgh International Book Festival have come together to present a specially commissioned theatrical adaptation of Canadian Nobel Laureate Alice Munro’s moving and enigmatic short stories of her Scottish ancestors’ emigration from the Borders to the New

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Scottish Chamber Orchestra SPOHR Charismatic and compelling Clarinet Concerto No 2 in E-flat on stage, SCO Principal Clarinet Maximiliano Martín major op 57 is a superb concerto soloist.

SCHUBERT arr WEBERN He performs Louis Spohr’s - German Dances op.posth.

Second Clarinet Concerto D820 which offers immensely MOZART enjoyable listening with Symphony No 36 in C ‘Linz’ beautiful melodies set Alexander Janiczek - Director against a brilliant and / Violin and Maximiliano colourful background.

Martín – Clarinet Also, hear Mozart’s blazingly • Thurs 15 Sept, 7.30pm optimistic Symphony No Victoria Hall, Selkirk.

36—written in just four days £16/£14 conc, £6 for for a surprise concert in Linz. under 26 year olds, £5 for Beethoven adds a touch of under 16 years and free if drama while Schubert’s set accompanied by an adult of dances are sheer delight. paying full price.

BEETHOVEN Tickets available from Coriolan Overture www.sco.org.uk/whats-on

One Man Shoe

by Jango Starr When the headline act fails to show up, Jango, a bumbling theatre caretaker, is thrust into the limelight and embarks on an hilarious journey of highly crafted and heart-felt silent comedy as he magically finds his way to realise his dreams of transforming into a star!

Clive Andrews’ unique style of silent physical theatre includes contemporary circus clowning, slapstick comedy, puppetry, juggling and absurd magic, bringing laughter and joy to all ages!

• Sat 12th Nov, 2.30pm, Longformacus Village Hall Tickets from Watch Promotions Committee Donations on the door

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How To Make A Killing in Bollywood by Northumberland Theatre Company Written by and starring NTC favourite, Umar Ahmed (Rallying Round, Rumpelstiltskin, Grimm Tales and The Old Curiosity Shop) this is a brand new musical comedy about two best friends who decide to quit their jobs in a fast food restaurant and head to Bollywood in search of fame and fortune. A play about friendship and ambition and the lengths people will go to realise their dreams, punctuated throughout with a fantastic sound track and infectious injections of Bollywood dance moves.

From the minute the actors come bounding onto stage their exuberance reverberates through the auditorium catching everyone up in this tale of ambition, hope, friendship and Bollywood. Brilliantly choreographed and superbly acted against a simple backdrop, this show proves you don’t need a big budget to produce a big hit. (Fringe Review)

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THEATRE

• Sat 17th September, 8pm, Bowhill Theatre, TD7 5ET £12 / £10 under 16s available 01750 22204 or www.borderevents.com • 31st October, 7.30pm, Yarrow Feus Village Hall, TD7 5NE, £8 07774 683064 • Tues 1st Nov, 7.30pm, Cockburnspath Village Hall, TD13 5XY, £9.50/£7.50 01368 830948 • Wed 2nd Nov, 7.30pm, MacArts Galashiels, TD1 1SP, £10/£8 www.macarts.scot or 01896 756852 • Sat 5th Nov, Longformacus Village Hall, TD11 3PG, Ticket price contact box office 01361 890367

The Songs of 1965-75: Scenes from a Well-Spent Youth by Tim Benton A tribute to songs written or made famous by Dusty Springfield, Bob Dylan, Simon & Garfunkel, Gene Pitney, The Monkees, Joni Mitchell, Carole King and more performed by Tim Benton a seasoned performer from London to New Zealand!

For of a ‘certain age’ it’s fascinating exploring what they mean to us 40-50 years on. For example, the peace, love and hope promised by the ‘Age of Aquarius’ and flower power in 1967 seems innocent and poignant today.

And Bob Dylan’s ‘Times’ – well, were they ever really ‘A-Changing’?

For younger audience members, it’s a chance to discover great ‘new’ songs

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from an exciting time in music spanning the British Invasion, Motown, Country, Rock, singer-songwriters and much more.

A beautiful, powerful, emotive voice…. Benton finds the drama. Classic rock/pop tunes sound just fine with a legit voice to interpret them.

CHILDREN Experts in Short Trousers by Cultured Mongrel Imagine you’re six years old and you are on your way to school, a community centre, a theatre…As you get close you notice something isn’t quite right. There are objects, clothes and even bodies all over the place. As you get closer you realise there’s been a disaster, a crash landing. As you almost trip over a body you squeal. It squeals. You jump. It jumps.

And so it begins…

With the help of your family you find five unruly, colourful

creatures and have to teach them how to move, how to get dressed and how to gather their things. You’ve literally got to teach them everything! They are dancing your movements to your music. You learn about each creature and how they manage to get along (as well as where they struggle!).

Supported by Imaginate, Dance Base and Creative Scotland • Fri 14th Oct, 12.30pm and 3pm, Newlands Centre, Romanno

(Paul Freeman, Pop Culture Classics) • Fri 21st Oct, 7.30pm, Hermitage Village Hall, TD9 0LX, £5 Box Office: info@hermitagehall.net or 01387 376259 • Sat 22nd Oct, 7.30pm, Carlops Village Hall, EH26 9, £10/£8 Box Office: djwilcock@gmail.com or 07773 024024 • Fri 28th Oct, Oxton War memorial Hall, TD2 6PH • Sat 29th Oct, 7.30pm, Chirnside Village Hall, TD11 3LD, £8/£7 Box office: The Beacon (local Church Café) or Tenton M&G Newsagent and Post Office

Bridge, £5 each or £20 for family of 5 (appropriate age 4+)

01968 660980 or manager@newlandscentre.org.uk

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DREAMTIME 2016 Dance Residency One 14 - 18 November All Men are Created Equal

by Cultured Mongrel Dreamtime is the name given to an annual Scottish Borders week-long residency which exists to support choreographers and artists to create innovative new dance work.

The rural setting of Studio on the Green will create a base for a period of physical reflection and all of the explored ideas from dancer Emma Jayne Park will contribute to a new body of work entitled ‘All Men Are Created 8

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Equal?’ which aspires to explore privilege, empathy, injustice and humanity in a variety of forms and contexts.

Monday 14 to Thursday 17 November • 9.30am - 11am • Free Event Company Class A playful and physical, company class from Emma blending hip hop styles with contemporary techniques to develop an articulate and fluid travelling vocabulary.

Friday 18 November • 4 - 5pm • Free Event Company Sharing of ‘All Men Are Created Equal?’

Saturday 26 November • 10 - 11.30am • Free Event Company Class The class will offer insights into the quartet’s studio practices with shared tasks that guide dancers experientially through their anatomy into movement, leading to rich creative encounters.

Sunday 27 November • 3.30 - 4.30pm • Free Event Company Sharing of ‘Birds’ For more information contact Olivia Roper, Performing Arts Co-ordinator, olivia.roper@liveborders1.org.uk

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DREAMTIME 2016 Dance Residency Two 23 – 27 November Birds by Eleven Farrer House A project initiated by Tara Silverthorn with dance quartet Eleven Farrer House entitled ‘Birds’, comprising of four solo dances that ground themselves in the rhythms, qualities and nuances of selected bird songs. The soundtrack slowed down to reveal previously unheard detail creating a strange, rhythmically challenging, rich and detailed sound-score from which to move.

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SILENT SPACE A POWERFUL DANCE EXPERIENCE

by Dance Ihayami, Scotland’s own Indian dance company Choreography by Priya Shrikumar Live Music by Marion Kenny An unforgettable spectacle of evocative rhythms, technical precision and the striking geometry of Bharatanatyam, one of the oldest classical Indian dance forms, blended with contemporary Indian dance. Audience members are invited to participate in a short dance taster following the show which is suitable for all ages to learn or watch

some of the basic classical Indian dance rhythms, gestures and expressions as well as finding out a little bit more about classical Indian dance and the evenings show.

Thursday 27 October 7.30pm Mac Arts, Galashiels Box office 01896 756852 £10, £8 concessions Running Time: 55 minute performance followed by a 25 min post-show dance workshop.

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GET UP AND TIE YOUR FINGERS EYEMOUTH Saturday 25th June at Eyemouth Parish Church “Get Up and Tie Your Fingers Eyemouth” tells the story of Eyemouth and the 1881 Fishing Disaster, performed through singing, narration and dance by more than fifty members of the Eyemouth community, of all ages.

Before the performance began, archive films of Eyemouth and the herring fishing were screened. The singers and narrators of all ages processed onto the

improvised stage with the young dancers darting across the stage with hurricane lamps. The singing and the spoken word narration were of the highest quality and clarity and took us the audience convincingly into the storm of 1881 with its

tremendous loss of lives. The young dancers came running from the back of the hall, using their shawls or long strips of material to recreate the storm of 1881 and this was entirely effective in my view. The use of a solo fiddle played by Keir Logan was powerful.

The performance was strong and moving, with the local accents and people contributing authenticity to this

recreation of their community’s tragedy. The young dancers performed with a confidence and natural grace that belied their youth and the short period they had to prepare for the performance.

I am sure that the professional support in

terms of writing, music and direction helped to create a powerful and convincing artistic performance, which was inspired by a production of “Follow the Herring” in 2014. This performance was created, produced and performed by members of the Eyemouth community with professional support and direction from the writer Ann Coburn, composer, Karen Wimhurst, musical director and producer, Eleanor Logan, director, Fiona MacPherson, Simon Henderson lighting design and stage management and choreographer, Liz Pavey with assistance from Barbara Prater and members of the steering group. The group were also supported

by Eyemouth Museum, Eyemouth High School and Eyemouth Parish Church where the performance took place with funding from Creative Scotland, the Borders Live Touring Scheme and the University of Northumbria.

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WOMEN ON THE VERGE OF A T JUNCTION MisFits Theatre, Stichill Village Hall, Saturday 16th July 2016 An appreciative audience in Stichill Village Hall enjoyed an excellent performance

by Fiona Knowles as she played all the characters in ‘Women on the Verge of a T Junction’. With help from minimal props, but with considerable flair, Fiona transformed herself into four very different women, to build a story both moving

and funny. It was difficult to believe that Fiona was the only performer as she swiched personality with the change of a hat and told with pathos and humour, the story of the aftermath of a car crash.

It was a delightful evening supported by Borders Live Touring, which enables small village halls like Stichill to

access good drama and music.

Fiona was ably stage managed by Roddy Simpson. The two, together with a perceptive script by Rona Munro, provided Stichill village with a memorable evening. Never was a car crash such a joy to behold!

L Anderson

BORDERS LIVE TOURING T: 01750 726400 E: borderslivetouring@liveborders1.org.uk

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Autumn family fun

Autumn family fun OCTOBER 7 OCTOBER

Wild Fridays, 2.30 - 3.30pm ▲ See 2 September for details.

Fun for all the family this Autumn...

SEPTEMBER 1 SEPTEMBER

UNTIL 29 OCTOBER

Family fun trail Pick up an exciting activity pack at reception to follow a trail that takes you around the displays and exhibitions. £1 ▲ Sir Walter Scott’s Courtroom, Selkirk TD7 4BT www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 31 OCTOBER

Family fun trail Pick up an exciting activity pack at reception to follow a trail that takes you around the displays and exhibitions. £1 ▲ Halliwells House Museum, Selkirk TD7 4BL www.liveborders.org.uk

2 SEPTEMBER

Wild Fridays, 2.30 - 3.30pm Explore nature through science, art and bushcraft! A different 12 What’s On Autumn 2016

activity each week.

Ages P1 - P7, under 8’s must be with an adult. No booking required. £4 ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre, nr Ancrum T: 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

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Wild Fridays, 2.30 - 3.30pm ▲ See 2 September for details.

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Wild Fridays, 2.30 - 3.30pm

▲ See 2 September for details.

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Wild Fridays, 2.30 - 3.30pm ▲ See 2 September for details.

LLAMAS-Roald Dahl delights, 2pm Loads of Library and Museum Activities-enjoy reading and listening to some of Roald Dahl’s best books. Join in the games and share some refreshments.

8 OCTOBER

Clydebuilt Puppets: Dinosaur Detectives, 2.30pm A historical theatre show in which puppets tell the story of how the riddle of fossilised dinosaur bones was solved. Great for every boy, girl and adult fascinated by dinosaurs! Entry by donation.

Cranshaws Village Hall T: 01361 890384

10 OCTOBER

UNTIL 30 NOVEMBER Take home a small craft. Free ▲ Duns Library Contact Centre, Duns T: 01361 884114 www.liveborders.org.uk

25 SEPTEMBER

Bowhill Harvest Festival, 11am - 4pm A celebration of the traditions of farming and forestry on this 200 year old Country Estate.

Fun for all the family with trails, exhibitions and a special tour of the House for families to show how the House was important as a focus for Estate activities.

Bowhill House and Country Estate, Selkirk TD7 5ET. Adults £4.50 / £3.50, children £3.50, under 3 years free, family £14 T: 01750 22204

30 SEPTEMBER

Wild Fridays, 2.30 - 3.30pm ▲ See 2 September for details.

Mary Queen of Scots Remembered - an exhibition by pupils at Parkside and Howdenburn Primary Schools.

2016 is the 450th anniversary of Mary Queen of Scots visit to Jedburgh. To mark this the town’s primary schools have created a display which visually explores the life of Scotland’s tragic queen. Free. ▲ Mary Queen of Scots Visitor Centre, Jedburgh T: 01835863331 www.liveborders.org.uk

13 OCTOBER

Hallowe’en crafts, 10am Make a spooky Hallowe’en trick or treat bag in this 2 hour family friendly workshop. Book in advance. Under 8’s must be accompanied by an adult.

All materials supplied. £2 ▲ Borders Textile Towerhouse, Hawick TD9 9EN T: 01450 377615 www.liveborders.org.uk

14 OCTOBER

Experts in Short Trousers by Cultural Mongrel, 12.30 & 3pm Imagine. You’re six years old and you are on your way to school, a community centre, a theatre…

As you get close you notice something isn’t quite right. There are objects, clothes and even bodies all over the place. As you get closer you realise there’s been a disaster, a crash landing. As you almost trip over a body you squeal. It squeals.

You jump. It jumps. And so it begins…

With the help of your family you find five unruly, colourful creatures and have to teach them how to move, how to get dressed and how to gather their things.

You’ve literally got to teach them everything! They are dancing your movements to your music. You learn about each creature and how they manage to get along (as well as where they struggle!).

Appropriate age 4+. £6.50 / £5 / £20 (for family of 4) Supported by Imaginate, Dance Base, Creative Scotland and Borders LIVE Touring Newlands Centre, Romanno Bridge EH46 7BZ T: 01968 660980 manager@newlandscentre.org.uk Pop-up Art, 2 - 3.30pm Create your own Hallowe’en art work to take home. Ages 4+, under-8s must be with an adult.

Booking advised. £5 ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre.

T: 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

16 OCTOBER

Weave a Willow Bird Feeder, 2 - 4pm Make your own attractive bird feeder. Ages 8+, under 16s must be with an adult.

Booking advised. £5 ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre. T: 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

21 OCTOBER

LLAMAS- John Duns Scotus: his life and times, 2pm Loads of Library and Museum Activities - What was life like for ordinary men, and this famous friar?

Find out about his travels and be amazed at old manuscripts. Free ▲ Duns Library Contact Centre T: 01361 884114 www.liveborders.org.uk Wild Fridays, 2.30 - 3.30pm

▲ See 2 September for details.

23 OCTOBER

Harestanes Fungal Foray, 2 - 4pm Harestanes is a great place for fungi! Discover more on a short walk in the woods. Approx. 2km.

Ages 8+, under 16s must be with an adult. Booking advised.

Adult £5, child £3. ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre, nr Ancrum T: 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk Wilton Lodge Park pumpkin carving competition, 2pm Bring your scariest scarecrows and carve your petrifying pumpkins at this annual event.

Winning entries get to scare away the crows next spring.

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28 OCTOBER

Wild Fridays, 2.30 - 3.30pm ▲ See 2 September for details.

AND 29 OCTOBER

Haunted history of Bowhill, 6pm, 7.15pm & 8.15pm Join us for a family ghost walk in the grounds of Bowhill. Discover some of the ghastly ghouls in Bowhills past and have some fiendish family fun! Booking essential. Adults £9, children £6, family (2+2) £28 Bowhill House and Country Estate, Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET T: 01750 22204 www.bowhillhouse.co.uk

AND 29 OCTOBER

Historic ghost tours, 7pm & 9pm These tours truly bring history of Traquair House alive and will get you into the spirit of Hallowe’en.

Be on your guard for the odd unexpected surprise!

Traquair House, nr Innerleithen T: 01896 830323 www.traquair.co.uk

30 OCTOBER

Hallowe’en fun day, 11am The annual Hallowe’en fun day has become a favourite for families and for children of all ages. Get dressed to kill and enjoy the wide variety of entertainment.

Traquair House, nr Innerleithen T: 01896 830323 www.traquair.co.uk Harestanes’ Hallowe’en, 3.30 - 4.30pm Scary stories and games for 14 What’s On Autumn 2016

14 October: Experts in Short Trousers by Cultural Mongrel, 12.30 and 3pm

guisers. Ages 4+, under-8s must be with an adult. Hallowe’en dress optional. Booking advised. £5 ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre, nr Ancrum T: 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

NOVEMBER 10 NOVEMBER

Christmas crafts, 10am Make felt Christmas decorations during this 2 hour family friendly workshop. Book in advance. Under 8’s must be accompanied by an adult. All materials supplied. £2 ▲ Borders Textile Towerhouse, Hawick TD9 9EN T: 01450 377615 www.liveborders.org.uk

12 NOVEMBER

Theatre: One Man Shoe – Jango Starr, 2.30pm When the headline act fails to show up, Jango, a bumbling theatre caretaker, is thrust into

the limelight and embarks on an hilarious journey of highly crafted and heart-felt silent comedy as he magically finds his way to realize his dreams of transforming into a star! Clive Andrews’ unique style of silent physical theatre includes contemporary circus clowning, slapstick comedy, puppetry, juggling and absurd magic, bringing laughter and joy to all ages! Entry by donation ▲ Supported by Borders LIVE Touring.

Longformacus Village Hall T: 01361 890384

25 NOVEMBER

LLAMAS-Picture it!, 2pm Loads of Library and Museum Activities.Learn about book illustration and try some illustrations of your own. Test your skill-match some pictures with a story. Free admission ▲ Duns Library Contact Centre T: 01361 884114 www.liveborders.org.uk

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REGULAR FAMILY FUN EVENTS

Wilton Lodge Park, Hawick. Free T: 07580789819

MONDAY

WEEKLY (5 September – 3 October) Snare drumming, 4pm Pipe band drummer Caroline Flockhart introduces children (5 – 10yrs) to everything snare, the drum that can be played in all sorts of bands or even solo. £5 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com FORTNIGHTLY (12 September – 5 December) Riddell Fiddles Junior Ceilidh Band workshop, 6 – 7.15pm Community based ceilidh group with workshops for learning and performance. £5 Argus Centre, Selkirk www.riddellfiddles.co.uk

TUESDAY

Weekly (6 September – 4 October) Art Sparks, 4pm Art class for children (7 – 11).

From digital dancing bunnies to cities in the sky, this is a class where imaginations fly and participants learn all sorts of art techniques. £5 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

THURSDAY

WEEKLY (1 September – 6 October) Scottish Theatre & Music School, 5pm This Scottish Theatre & Music School class for children (6 – 16)

teaches performance, role play, script work and improvisation.

Build your confidence and have lots of fun.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

FRIDAY

WEEKLY (until 2 October) ‘Arrive ‘N Drive’ Go kart Sessions, 1pm / 2pm & 3pm Open to children between the ages of 6 – 11 years. £10. ▲ Tweedbank Sports Centre, Galashiels T: 01896 750456 www.liveborders.org.uk WEEKLY (until 30 September) Nutty’s Little Squirrels, 1.30pm A chance for the under 6’s to get out into the woodlands of Bowhill for a ranger activity. Activities will be a selection of explorer walks, storytelling, woodland crafts and wilderness games. £2.50 Bowhill House & Country Estate, Selkirk T: 01750 22204 www.bowhillhouse.co.uk

Bowhill House & Country Estate, Selkirk T: 01750 22204 www.bowhillhouse.co.uk

SUNDAY

WEEKLY (until 2 October) ‘Arrive ‘N Drive’ Go kart Sessions, 12noon / 1pm & 2pm ▲ See Friday listing for details.

WEEKLY (until 18 September) Family Ranger Club, 1.30pm Ranger activities for all the family focusing on the wildlife and conservation. Activities will include pond dipping, wildlife and bird surveying and constructing houses for birds, bats and hedgehogs.

Adults £3.50, children £2.50, family (2+2) £10 Bowhill House and Country Estate, Selkirk T: 01750 22204 www.bowhillhouse.co.uk

SATURDAY

WEEKLY (until 2 October) ‘Arrive ‘N Drive’ Go kart Sessions, 1pm / 2pm & 3pm ▲ See Friday listing for details.

WEEKLY (until 24 September) Saturday Ranger Club, 2pm Bringing some of the fun of Holiday Club to the weekends. A chance to leave the parents behind and get out for some woodland fun! £4.50 What’s On Autumn 2016

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Calling all budding Chris Froomes and Andy Murrays...

TENNIS BUDDIES Our programme makes tennis easy and fun to play - even if they’ve never picked up a racket before. For ages 5-8.

• Queens Leisure Centre Galashiels.

Dates: block recommences on 1st September – 31st October.

Price: £31.50 Contact – Alan Oliver, Sports Development Officer 01896 661166

SCOTTISH BORDERS ANNUAL MOUNTAIN BIKE CHAMPIONSHIP This is a grass roots cross country event held at Bowhill House, near Selkirk. The trails will be a mix of park track and single track trail and riders will need to be confident riding in a group and on uneven ground. A bicycle in good working order will be required, it must have two working brakes and although gears are not essential the course has been designed for mountain bikes with 5 or more gears.

For this reason, riders under primary 3 are not permitted.

Places for top 3 boys and girls in each year group will be awarded with trophies or prizes. Top girl and

For more information and to book visit

boy in each year group will be the Live Borders regional champion.

Bowhill House, Estate, Selkirk, TD7 5ET Saturday 10th September Primary 3-7 and Secondary 1-6. £6.

For race times and more information contact – Alan Oliver, Sports Development Officer 01896 661166 CYCLE SKOOL Get involved at Cycle Skool where your coach will have you getting to grips with gears, balancing with brilliance, cornering like you’re on rails – everything you need to get you ready to race!

• Hawick, Wilton Primary School, 24 August - 7 September.

• Kelso, Edenside Primary School, 25 August - 8 September. £10.50 for 3 weeks Times: P1-3, 16.00 - 16.45 P4-7, 17.00 - 18.00 For more information contact Alan Oliver, Sports Development Officer, 01896 661166

Live Borders leisure centres ▲ PLAY & LEISURE ▲ SPORT & DEVELOPMENT ▲ FITNESS & HEALTH ▲ SWIM & AQUATICS

▲ ▲ 3G ARENA, NETHERDALE

▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ GYTES LEISURE CENTRE

▲ ▲ ▲ QUEENS LEISURE CENTRE

Nether Road, Galashiels, TD1 3HE T: 01896 800340

Walkershaugh, Peebles, EH45 8GL T: 01721 723688 E: gytes@liveborders.org.uk

Melrose Road, Galashiels, TD1 2AE T: 01896 752233

▲ ▲ BORDER TENNIS CENTRE

▲ ▲ ▲ KELSO SWIMMING POOL

Livingstone Place, Galashiels, TD1 1DQ T: 01896 750456

Inch Road, Kelso, TD5 7JP T: 01573 224944 E: kelso@liveborders.org.uk

▲ ▲ ▲ EYEMOUTH LEISURE CENTRE

▲ ▲ PEEBLES HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS CENTRE

North Street, Eyemouth, TD14 5ET T: 01890 750557 E: eyemouth@liveborders.org.uk

▲ ▲ ▲ GALASHIELS SWIMMING POOL Livingstone Place, Galashiels, TD1 1DQ T: 01896 752154 E: galashiels@liveborders.org.uk

Springwood Road, Peebles, EH45 9HB T: 01721 540174 E: peebleshs@liveborders.org.uk

▲ ▲ ▲ PEEBLES SWIMMING POOL Port Brae, Peebles, EH45 8AW T: 01721 720779 E: peebles@liveborders.org.uk

▲ ▲ ▲ SELKIRK LEISURE CENTRE Victoria Park, Buccleuch Road Selkirk, TD7 5DN T: 01750 20897 E: selkirk@liveborders.org.uk

▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ TEVIOTDALE LEISURE CENTRE Mansfield Road, Hawick, TD9 8AG T: 01450 374440 E: teviotdale@liveborders.org.uk

▲ ▲ ▲ TWEEDBANK SPORTS COMPLEX Tweedbank, Galashiels, TD1 3RS T: 01896 750456 E: tweedbank@liveborders.org.uk

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Road to Rio 2016 Olympic Creative Writing Competition

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• How the Olympics inspire people to try new sports • How the Olympics create a feeling of pride in your home nation • What does it mean to aspire to be the best in the world?

• What will life be like for young people living in and around Rio? • How the Olympics have developed since their origin in ancient Greece

▲ ENTERING IS EASY 1. You must be aged between 8 and 18 years old 2. There are prizes for the following categories PRIMARY SCHOOL PUPILS HIGH SCHOOL PUPILS Category 1a – Short story Category 2a – Short story Category 1b – Poetry Category 2b – Poetry 3. You can use up to 500 words in a short story or a poem can be a maximum of 20 lines.

4. You can enter as many times as you want.

5. Competition closes on 30th September 2016 6. The following information should be supplied with all entries: Name • Address • Age • School • Contact Tel. no / email address 7. Entries can be submitted by: Email: Libraries Administration libadmin@liveborders1.org.uk Post: Live Borders Head Office, Melrose Road, Galashiels, TD1 2DU Or handed into your local library/contact centre

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UNTIL 17 SEPTEMBER SKY FELTS Contemporary fibre art exploring the theme of skies and clouds by various textile artists ▲ Borders Textile Towerhouse, Hawick TD9 9EN. Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 18 SEPTEMBER Recent paintings, prints and drawings by Selkirk based artist. ▲ Old Gala House, Galashiels TD1 3JS. Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 4 SEPTEMBER

HAWICO SCOTLAND A showcase of cashmere knitwear designs by Hawico. These alluring and luxurious garments have been manufactured in the new seamless knitting process, allowing great flexibility in design. In the last fifteen years, Hawico has been at the forefront of this revolution using the latest Shima Seiki machines. ▲ Borders Textile Towerhouse, 1 Tower Knowe, Hawick TD9 9EN. Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 12 SEPTEMBER EDINBURGH LANDSCAPE ARTISTS “Elements” the new exhibition by The Edinburgh Landscape Artists continues their explorations, immersing themselves in the landscape, producing works of diversity, energy and spirit.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles Free admission www.eastgatearts.com 20 What’s On Summer 2016

COASTAL CONNECTION New work by Deborah Campbell which are an expression of Scotland’s coastal landscape exploring the interaction of the land and sea ▲ Old Gala House, Galashiels TD1 3JS. Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 25 SEPTEMBER FRUITS OF THE SEA Living in the East of Scotland, Katarina Hoad paintings are inspired by the surrounding atmospheric coastal locations and local fishing industry, in which she has responded to current environmental concerns on sustainability in the sea by using mixed media and paint. ▲ Old Gala House, Galashiels TD1 3JS. Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 25 SEPTEMBER INTO THE WOODS A mixed media show of works celebrating the beauty of trees.

From literal paintings and wildlife scenes burnt onto reclaimed wood to abstract sculptures made from driftwood and ceramic interpretations of trees - an enduring subject matter for artists highlighting the need to protect

our natural environment for future generations. ▲ Halliwells House Museum, Selkirk TD7 4BL. Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 29 SEPTEMBER THE DAPPER GENTLEMAN Sprucing up one’s appearance is important to the fashionable gentleman. A display of some personal grooming equipment from the past. ▲ Kelso Library Contact Centre, Bowmont St, Kelso TD5 7JH Free admission.

Tel: 01573 223171

UNTIL 30 SEPTEMBER THE GREAT POLISH MAP OF SCOTLAND Work is currently under way to reinstate this hidden gem. The map is the largest 3 dimensional terrain relief model in the world (60 x 40 metres / 1 in 10,000 scale).

Visitors are welcome to view the restoration work.

Mercure Barony Castle Hotel, Peebles EH45 8QW. Free www.mapascotland.org/

UNTIL 30 SEPTEMBER SCULPTING THE PAST – EXPLORING THE ART AND HISTORY OF GEORGE SUTHERLAND & SONS SCULPTORS, GALASHIELS Exhibition of George Paterson Sutherland work in Galashiels who become the foremost sculptors and monumental masons in the south of Scotland. Their carving craftsmanship can be seen across the whole of the Borders. ▲ Galashiels Library, Galashiels, TD1 3JQ. Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 30 SEPTEMBER AULD ARCHITECTURE OF THE SCOTTISH BORDERS – TOURING DISPLAY A touring display featuring some of the auld architecture of the Scottish Borders. The display will examine the history behind the

buildings, from the architects who designed them to the people who once worked and lived in them. ▲ Local Libraries throughout the Borders. Free admisson www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 30 SEPTEMBER THE STORY OF EYEMOUTH AND THE CUTTY SARK This September view this fascinating new exhibition compiled by Eyemouth Museum & Eyemouth Maritime Centre. Did you know that the Cutty Sark was built for John ‘White Hat’ Willis of Eyemouth - find out about the ship and the man who built it at two locations in Eyemouth.

Eyemouth Museum, TD14 5JE / Eyemouth Maritime Centre, Eyemouth TD14 5SS

UNTIL 30 SEPTEMBER JAMES HOGG, 2 - 5pm WED, FRI, SUN

Exhibition celebrating the life & works of ‘The Ettrick Shepherd’ author of The Private Memoirs & Confessions of a Justified Sinner.

The former Ettrick School, TD7 5JA. Admission by donation T: 01750 62259

UNTIL 30 SEPTEMBER STATELY SILENCE: SCOTLAND’S OTHER COUNTRY, 12.30 - 5pm Join in this exploration of grand domestic Scottish building design from the past 250 years, experience forgotten places, and discover the other side of the country house. Mellerstain House presents a unique portrait of Scotland’s architectural and social history.

Mellerstain House, Gordon, Berwickshire,TD3 6LG. £8.50 /£4 T: 01573 410225

UNTIL 30 SEPTEMBER ARCHIVES OF THE TEXTILE INDUSTRY A showcase of the wide range of textile archives held at the Heritage Hub, from business records to pattern books and businesses including Peter Scott, Henry Ballantyne and William Brown & Sons. ▲ The Heritage Hub, Kirkstile, Hawick TD9 0AE. Free admission T: 01450 360699

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THE ZYW FAMILY ALEKSANDER ZYW, ADAM ZYW & MICHAEL ZYW, Painting, sculpture and glass work charting the artistic careers of WW2 Polish émigré Aleksander Zyw (1905-1995), famous for his wartime drawings after his appointment as official war artist, and his two Scottish born sons; painter and sculptor, Adam (19492003), and painter and glass artist, Michael (b. 1951) who later this year will hold a major solo exhibition at the Museo di Vetro in Venice. ▲ Hawick Museum TD9 7JL Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 6 OCTOBER

PAINT BY NATURE - LYNNE HENDERSON A journey from delicate botanicals and natural history watercolours to bold canvases. Work available to purchase. ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre. Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 22 OCTOBER

MAPPING THE COLLECTION This exhibition uses some of the collection to illustrate the history of the area through its material culture. ▲ Tweeddale Museum and Gallery, Peebles EH45 8AG. Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

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Until 2 October The Zyw Family, Aleksander Zyw, Adam Zyw & Michael Zyw

Come and find out about the country’s food story whether it natural or cultivated. ▲ Hawick Museum, Hawick TD9 7JL. Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

the Museum’s collection and local lenders. ▲ Hawick Museum, Hawick TD9 7JL. Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 30 OCTOBER

FUTURE/PAST 150 years of Robert Smails’ Printing Works ▲ St Ronan’s Wells Visitor Centre, Innerleithen EH44 6JL Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

ST ABBS WOOLSCAPE PROJECT St Abbs Woolscape Project brings together like minded woolly folk who create, in wool, representations of the natural environment – the sea, the air and land in and around St Abbs. ▲ Old Gala House, Galashiels TD1 3JS. Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

UNTIL 30 OCTOBER

THE ART OF FISHING This exhibition celebrates fishing and the River Teviot with lots of interesting items on show from

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THE 1980S Discover a decade of innovation and style, fashion, toys, music, design and politics. ▲ Jedburgh Castle Jail and Museum, Jedburgh TD8 6QD Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

R E B M SEPTE THURS 1 SEPT EXHIBITIONI Life in the Borders, 1914-1919 UNTIL 30 SEPTEMBER An exhibition looking at civilian life in the Borders 1914-1919 – the fishing fleet of Berwickshire, Police and criminals in Roxburghshire and more.

52 Overhaugh St, Galashiels TD1 1DP www.bordersfhs.org.uk

WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days – natural dyes, 10am Find out how to dye effectively with natural colours and how to make an indigo vat. The dyes are fun to use and give a large range of vibrant colours.

Tillmouth, £60 T: 01890 883038

THEATREI The Deep Blue Sea, 7pm

WALKI BHF16: Walk the Roman (Trimontium) walk, 1.30pm - 5.30pm

Live in high definition from the National Theatre. A fantastic new production of Terrence Rattigan’s classic play, starring Helen McCrory and Tom Burke.

Pavilion Cinema, Galashiels £17.50 / £16. T: 01896 752767 www.pavilioncinema.co.uk

Guided walk from mediaeval Melrose to Roman Newstead leaving from the Heritage Centre.

The route takes in many historic attractions including Robert Bruce’s heart and the site of Trimontium Roman Fort. We return via the monk’s riverside walk... but not before a spot of tea in the village hall.

Heritage Centre, Melrose TD6 9PN Adults £4, pupils £1, family £10 T: 01896 822651

THEATREI NT Live Terrence Rattigan’s The Deep Blue Sea, 7pm Screened live from the National Theatre, Helen McCrory in this devestating masterpiece set in 1952 London.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £14 / £12 www.buccleuchcentre.com What’s On Autumn 2016

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MUSICI Music in Peebles: Edward Cohen, 7.30pm Outstanding pianist Ed Cohen is in great demand as a concerto soloist, chamber musician and recitalist. His interests cover the mainstream repertoire, contemporary, jazz and even electronic music. £14 / £7 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI Peebles Folk Club, 8.45pm Long established song and instrument based sessions. All types of music – as long as it’s live! Informal, lively atmosphere – listeners as well as musicians made very welcome.

Neidpath Inn, Peebles Free – as is the homemade soup T: 01721 721697

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The Sharon Shannon Band, 7.30pm Sharon is an accordion and fiddle player from Co. Clare. Best known for her Irish folk music, Sharon is also influenced by reggae, Cajun, Portuguese and French Canadian music.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £17.50/£15 www.buccleuchcentre.com

An evening with Scocha, 8pm Scocha are going to Coldstream for the first time for a fantastic evening of entertainment with this traditional Scottish’ Folk ‘n Roll Band.

Coldstream Community Centre. £12 www.coldstream.co.uk

BHF16: Historic garden stroll, 2pm Bowhill sits in a fascinating designed landscape and as part of this year of innovation, architecture and design, they have produced a new trail round the garden area.

The gardens team member will highlight some of the intriguing features of this beautiful space.

Bowhill House and Country Estate, Selkirk TD7 5ET. £4.50 / £3.50, family £14 T: 01750 22204

MUSICI Rolling Hills Folk, 8pm Singers and musicians especially welcome after our summer break.

Smith Memorial Hall, Darnick TD6 9AH Free – collection taken T: 0798 6644661 www.rollinghillsfolkclub.org.uk

THEATREI The View from Castle Rock, 7.30pm

THEATREI National Theatre: The Audience, 7pm Tony and Olivier Award-winning smash-hit broadcast of the original West End production – featuring Helen Mirren’s award-winning performance as Queen Elizabeth II - returns to cinemas in celebration of the monarch’s 90th birthday.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed £16.75 (£15.75 concs), £8.75 child T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

MUSICI Talisk, 7.30pm Winners of the 2015 BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award, this is one of the fastest rising bands in British folk. “Setting scary standards” – Simon Mayo, BBC Radio 2 £14 / £12 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

SATURDAY 3 SEPT

Award-winning theatre company Stellar Quines (Threads) and the Edinburgh International Book Festival have come together to present a specially commissioned theatrical adaptation of Canadian Nobel Laureate Alice Munro’s moving and enigmatic short stories of her Scottish ancestors’ emigration from the Borders to New York. To be premiered at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe before heading to the Borders. ▲ Supported by Borders LIVE Touring Kirkhope Village Hall. £8 T: 01750 52257

EXHIBITIONI Just Before the Light - Ade Adesina UNTIL 15 OCTOBER

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Stellar Quines: The View From Castle Rock, 7.30pm Award-winning theatre company Stellar Quines (Threads) and the Edinburgh International Book Festival have come together to present a specially commissioned theatrical adaptation of Canadian Nobel Laureate Alice Munro’s moving and enigmatic short stories The View From Castle Rock. ▲ Heart of Hawick – Tower Mill £12 T: 01450 360688 www.liveborders.org.uk

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A Nigerian-born printmaker, and graduate of Gray’s School of Art, Aberdeen whose practice focuses on the human footprint and its effect on our planet. He says ‘Our world is full of wonderful landscapes and I wish to highlight the continual damage caused by deforestation; the politics of energy consumption; and endangered wild species.’

Free admission ▲ Tweeddale Museum, Peebles EH45 8AG www.liveborders.org.uk

EVENTI BHF16: Travel in time in Tweeddale, 10.30am - 4pm A day of walks, talks, film, demonstrations and displays on the theme of Transport in Tweeddale. From ‘shanks pony’ to trains, horse drawn carts to cars, and the development of roads and bridges of the area.

Meet at Leckie. Memorial Church, Bakehouse, Eastgate, Peebles, EH45 8AD. Free.

T: 01721 724820.

MUSICI And Finally…Phil Collins Tribute, 7.30pm Recognised throughout the industry as the market leaders and definitive Phil Collins & Genesis tribute show.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £17.50 www.buccleuchcentre.com

DANCEI Arabian Night, 7.30pm Tigerlily presents dancers from all around Scotland who take you on a journey full of the smells, sounds and music of the world of Bellydance (Raqs Sharki). £12 / £10 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

THEATREI The View from Castle Rock, 7.30pm See 2 September for event details. ▲ Supported by Borders LIVE Touring, MacArts, Galashiels £12 / £10 T: 01896 756852 www.macarts.scot

SUNDAY 4 SEPT FESTIVALI Scottish Borders Walking Festival UNTIL 10 SEPTEMBER The 22nd Festival, a week-long celebration of walking and the Borders countryside, is to be hosted by the town of Coldstream. www.borderswalking.com

EXHIBITIONI BHF16: The Navvy Experience in 1860, 10am - 5pm Visit the Navvy Experience at Whitrope: includes a replica navvy Hut, Tom’s workshop and a ride on the Border Union Railway! At Whitrope you’ll also find photos, models and videos of the Waverley Route in bygone days plus a buffet coach for light refreshments – great fun for all the family.

Border Union Railway and Whitrope Heritage Centre, Whitrope, Hawick,TD9 9TY £5 / £3

EXHIBITIONI Art in the garden, 10am – 5pm The exhibition showcases Emma Herdman’s new work. The paintings in watercolour are gentle, calm, almost whimsical, imaginary scenes inspired by Scotland.

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Meet at Old Melrose Tearoom off A68 nr Melrose Adults £2, children free T: 01835 822823

TALKI Open other times by appointment.

14 Cranston Cresent, Lauder TD2 6UB. Free admission T: 01578 722 837 www.emmaherdman.com

EVENTI Wilton Lodge Park Trout & Teviot Fayre, 11am The return of our end of the summer fayre with this year’s theme the trout and Teviot. Expect some good food, great music, trout themed activities and all ages fun. ▲ Wilton Lodge Park, Hawick Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

MONDAY 5 SEPT WORKSHOPI Colourful Creative Craft Days Felt making, 10am Discover feltmaking and make a bag, corsage, vessel or small cushion cover using merino, silks and other fibres. Experiment with natural fleece too if you wish.

Tillmouth. £40. T: 01890 883038 www.cornhillcrafts.co.uk

WALKI Melrose Historical & Archaeological Association 1.30pm Old Melrose guided walk. Through 2000 years of history including the site of the original Melrose Monastery.

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Border Archaeological Society, 7.30pm Dr Myra Giesen will give a talk entitled “Mortuary Archaeology” Berwick Parish Church Hall, Berwick-Upon-Tweed TD15 2AF £2 T: 07391621259 www.border-archaeologicalsociety.co.uk

TUESDAY 6 SEPT WALKI BHF16: Four Border Abbeys U3A Walk – Kelso past and present, 10.30am A walk around the Historic centre of Kelso relating the History of the Town and the buildings old and new on the way.

Meet outside Kelso Town Hall.

Free.

HERITAGEI BHF16: Wool From The Hills, 7.30 pm The cast of performers tell the story of the sheep industry in the Borders over thousands of years through the words of the people who live there. Beautifully illustrated with images of the landscape and livestock and accompanied by a lyrical musical soundtrack Hawick Town Hall, Hawick, TD9 9EF. Entry by donation

WEDNESDAY 7 SEPT WORKSHOPI Cast on, knitting and crochet, 12.30pm Pom pom scarf. Knit a simple garter stitch scarf using luxurious soft merino aran yarn. This beginners knitting class introduces increasing and decreasing and finishes with pompoms!

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £50. T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

to gain valuable skills as you learn about three different drying methods.

NTS Priorwood Garden, Melrose, TD6 9PX. £8. T: 0844 493 2257

WALKI BHF16: Walk The Roman (Trimontium) Walk 1.30pm - 5.30pm See 1 September for event details

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BHF16: Coldingham Priory 2 - 4pm Coldingham Priory has a rich and varied history and remains a place of worship to this day. Join us and discover more of the fascinating history in this now peaceful spot.

Eyemouth Road, Coldingham TD14 5NG. Free admission

BHF16: Discover Eyemouth Fort, 2.30pm Discover the fascinating history of Eyemouth’s 16th century fort.

Friends of Eyemouth Fort will take you for an escorted walk followed by a museum visit where you can experience the Borders’ only virtual reality room. Inside, you’ll be transported to the fort as it was in the 16th century.

Free admission.

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Soweto Spiritual Singers, 7.30pm Fresh from Edinburgh Fringe a true celebration of unifying sounds, earthy rhythms and rich harmonies to uplift the soul.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £16 / £14 www.buccleuchcentre.com

BHF16: Twilight tour – Floors gardens, 6:30pm Join our Head Gardener Andrew Simmons for an exclusive tour of the Victorian walled garden, learn about the new designs, exciting developments and new planting schemes. Andrew will also focus on gardening methods over the decades and how they have changed the way we do things.

Floors Castle, Kelso,TD5 7SF £10 T: 01573 450331

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THURSDAY 8 SEPT WORKSHOPI BHF16: The heritage of dried flowers, 11am Learn to dry flowers like the experts! This workshop will give a brief Introduction to the history of dried flowers and an opportunity

THURSDAY 8 The Blues Band, 7.30pm

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £25 www.buccleuchcentre.com

MUSICI Tommy Smith & Brian Kellock, 7.30pm Two of Scotland’s greatest jazz artists, saxophonist Tommy Smith and pianist Brian Kellock, team up to bring tracks from their three CDs featuring the great American & European song book. £15 / £13 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

TALKI Wildlife talks with slides, 7.30pm Portugal: Algarve & Alentejo

by Eric Middleton Langlee Centre, Galashiels, TD1 2LP Entry by donation www.scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk

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The Blues Band, 7.30pm Paul Jones and his fabulous Blues Band bringing you the best of the blues.

Flodden UNTIL 31 OCTOBER

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An exhibition showcasing new archaeological evidence and archival research. A fascinating insight into the battle, the landscape over it was fought, and the changing attitudes either side of the Border. ▲ Coldstream Museum, Coldstream TD12 4BD Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

MUSICI The Outside Track, 7.30pm A marriage of Celtic music, song and dance has been rapturously received around the world.

Blending fiddle, accordion, harp, guitar, whistle, step dance, vocals with breath taking awe.

Wauchope Hall Town Yetholm £8 Box office: Yetholm Village Shop T: 0157342023

FILMI He Called Me Malala, 7.30pm After the Taliban tried to kill her for going to school, Pakistani teenager Malala Yousafzai became an advocate for girls’ education and the youngest-ever Nobel Peace What’s On Autumn 2016

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SEPTEMBER Prize Laureate. £9 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI The Blues Band, 8pm Paul Jones, Dave Kelly, Tom McGuinness, Rob Townsend and Gary Fletcher celebrate their 36th year together. They’re known around the world as one of the finest exponents of blues tradition.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed. £10 - £26 T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

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LOOKING ABOUT - GRAHAM STOKES UNTIL 29 OCTOBER A mature graduate of Central Saint Martin’s College of Art and Design, London, and former community art teacher now based in Galashiels who is fascinated by the everyday buildings and environments where most of us live.

Free admission ▲ Old Gala House, Galashiels TD1 3JS www.liveborders.org.uk

The Many Strands of Manor UNTIL 26 NOVEMBER Discover this very special valley which yielded a Bronze Age hoard, where Queen Victoria almost bought her Scottish residence and is the home of Olympic gold medal winner Scott Brash. ▲ Tweeddale Museum and Gallery, Peebles EH45 8AG Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

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EXHIBITIONI BERNAT KLEIN – COLOUR, FUSION, FASHION UNTIL 5 NOVEMBER

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A rare opportunity to see works selected from Scottish Borders Council’s permanent collection of fine art. On show will be the art curator’s favourites including paintings by William Gillies, Tom Scott, William Johnstone, Horatio McCulloch and Alberto Morrocco, alongside recent bequests of works by Anne Redpath and her son David Michie.

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Recent Acquisitions and Other Highlights UNTIL 29 OCTOBER

Featuring work by renowned textile designer Bernat Klein and images

by Australian photographer Arthur Massey who collaborated with Klein in the 1960s and 1970s. ▲ Borders Textile Towerhouse, 1 Tower Knowe, Hawick TD9 9EN Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

Innerleithen Alpine Club Excursion. Jedburgh to Penielheugh, 9.30am With an option of two guided walks on the day. One leaving from Nisbet (7m) and one leaving from Jedburgh (15m) to Penielheugh, where both groups will meet for magnificent views of the Borders.

Robert Smail’s Printing Works, Innerleithen Free admission T: 01896 830206 www.smails@nts.org.uk

EVENTI Heiton & District Horticultural Society Flower Show, 2.30pm Show of fruit, flowers and vegetables, baking, crafts and children’s competitions.

Heiton Village Hall, Heiton. Kelso TD5 8JR Free admission T: 01573 450688

EVENTI Riddell Fiddles, 7.30pm Fun evening of good food, music and dancing. All welcome.

Hermitage Hall , B6399 between Hawick and Newcastleton, TD9 0LX. £5 T: 013873 76259

MUSICI De Temps Antan, 7.30pm This band explores and performs time-honoured melodies from the stomping grounds of Quebec. Songs with a hint of contemporary—dosed with uncontrolled laughter, deep-rooted couplets and sudden, impromptu shifts. £16 / £14 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI Jazz in the Village: Millar and Spencer, 8pm Jazz duo Ian Millar (saxophone) and Dominic Spencer (piano) play melodic improvisations on jazz standards and original compositions. ”....expect warm, intelligent, reflective, human music...”

Stichill Village Hall. £9/£8 T: 01573 470707

MUSICI Tannara, 8pm Contemporary Scottish folk music. Considered, complex, arrangements that surround original tunes, modern tunes and traditional ballads.

The Hippodrome, Eyemouth TD14 5HT £12 / £10 / £8 T: 01890 750099 www.eyemouthhippodrome.org

HERITAGEI BHF16: Twilight tour – Abbotsford, 7.30pm – 9pm Discover Abbotsford, the home of Sir Walter Scott; one of Scotland’s most fascinating places. Join us for a magical evening by enjoying a refreshing iced Pimms or soft drink before our beautiful twilight tour of the house and gardens as the sun sets.

Abbotsford House, Melrose TD6 9BQ. £15 T: 01896 752043

SUNDAY 11 SEPT EXHIBITIONI BHF16: The Navvy Experience in 1860, 10am - 5pm See 4 September for details.

MUSICI Riddell Fiddles workshop with Gordon Gunn, 11am Open fiddle workshop with Gordon Gunn.

Argus Centre, Selkirk. £8 www.riddellfiddles.co.uk

MUSICI Live Jazz, 1pm Enjoy an afternoon of jazz from Sophie Bancroft (singer) and Tom Lyne (bassist). Barbeque, bring your own food.

Cranshaws Village Hall. £5 T: 01361 890384

HERITAGEI BHF16: Barony Castle grounds tour, 1 – 2.30pm Barony Castle tour of the castle grounds and history with George Futers - 1 hr, followed by 30 min

talk about the Great Polish Map of Scotland by Mapa Scotland.

Barony Castle Hotel, Peebles EH45 8QW Free admission T: 01721 730395

MUSICI Berwick Festival Opera: Recital, 2pm Peter Selwyn returns to The Maltings following the success of his Wagner programmes in 2014 and 2015 with an afternoon of glorious romantic music for piano and female soloist.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed. £15 T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

FILMI Finding Dory, 2.30pm The friendly-but-forgetful blue tang fish reunites with her loved ones, and everyone learns a few things about the real meaning of family along the way. £9 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

EVENTI BHF16: Time for tea!, 3pm Join us for a very special afternoon tea in the opulent surroundings of the Regency Picture Gallery.

The gallery has a fine selection of paintings and the resident pianist will play a medley on the Steinway Grand Piano.

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The BFG, 4.30pm Steven Spielberg directs this new film of Dahl’s classic story.

Ten-year-old Sophie and the Big Friendly Giant join forces to get rid of the unwanted attention of Bloodbottler and Fleshlumpeater. £9 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

FILMI Jason Bourne, 7.30pm Jason Bourne, now remembering who he truly is, tries to uncover hidden truths about his past. £9 / £6. Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

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Moy Mackay Gallery, 17 Northgate, Peebles, EH45 8RX Free admission T: 01721 722116

WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days natural dyes, 10am Find out how to dye effectively with natural colours and how to make an indigo vat. The dyes are fun to use and give a large range of vibrant colours.

Tillmouth. £60 T: 01890 883038 www.cornhillcrafts.co.uk

HERITAGEI BHF16: Upstairs downstairs at Bowhill, 2pm Join our entertaining and very knowledgeable house guides as they take you on a journey from the Victorian kitchen along passages in the house rarely used by visitors, to the dining room and beyond, exploring this much loved family home and finding out about some of the people who lived here.

Bowhill House and Country Estate, Selkirk TD7 5ET. £10 / £5 T: 01750 22204

WEDNESDAY 14 SEPT HERITAGEI Autumn Exhibition

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Exhibition featuring the bold and patterned landscapes of Dionne Sievewright and tactile pots of ceramicist Anne Morrison who marries clay with driftwood creating irrestistible pieces.

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BHF16: Coldingham Priory, 2 - 4pm See 7 September for details.

DRAMAI Happy Hour Theatre Co presents 4Play, 7.30pm Four one act comedies on love, life and laughter.

set of dances are sheer delight.

Victoria Hall, Selkirk £16 / £14 / £6 / £5 www.sco.org.uk

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £10 / £8 www.buccleuchcentre.com

THURSDAY 15 SEPT WORKSHOPI BHF16: The Heritage of dried flowers, 11am See 8 September for details.

THURSDAY 15 Scottish Chamber Orchestra, 7.30pm

WALKI BHF16: Walk The Roman (Trimontium) Walk, 1.30pm - 5.30pm See 1 September for event details.

HERITAGEI BHF16: Twilight Tour – Floors Castle, 6:30pm As the sun goes down join us for this exclusive tour of Floors Castle! Our wonderful guides will take great pleasure in telling you about the history and architecture of this iconic home in the Scottish Borders.

Floors Castle, Kelso, TD5 7SF £10 T: 01573 450331

TALKI The History of the Innerleithen Alpine Club, 7pm An evening talk on the Innerleithen Alpine Club by Alastair Learmont.

Come and find out about this fascinating organisation with links to Robert Smail’s Printing Works and the Tweeddale Society. ▲ St. Ronan’s Wells Visitor Centre, Innerleithen Free admission T: 01896 830 206

TALKI BHF16: Textile archives in a digital world, 7-9pm A talk on how important textile archives can be researched and understood in a digital world. Using examples from Scottish Borders textile archives we illustrate how a modern archive can support research into traditional historic documents ▲ The Heritage Hub, Kirkstile, Hawick TD9 0AE Free admission T: 01450 360699

MUSICI Turandot from Sydney Harbour, 7pm Filmed live at Sydney Harbour, see this spectacular opera on our big screen!

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £15 / £12.50 www.buccleuchcentre.com

TALKI Borders Writers’ Forum: Jonathan Falla Talk, 7pm A Borders Writers’ Forum Live Literature fiction workshop considering how the senses

are used in different settings to drive the story.

St Boswells Village Hall. £3 www.borderswritersforum.org.uk

DRAMAI We Are (Not) Amused, 7.30pm UNTIL 17 SEPTEMBER In the year the Queen reaches 90, Tweed Theatre presents a right royal titter. From Pam Ayres to Shakespeare, get the unbelievable royal truth in drama, poetry and prose. £10 / £8 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI Scottish Chamber Orchestra, 7.30pm Charismatic and compelling on stage, SCO Principal Clarinet Maximilliano Martin is a superb concerto soloist. He performs Louis Spohr’s Second Clarinet Concerto which offers immensely enjoyable listening with beautiful melodies set against a brilliant and colourful background. Also hear Mozart’s Symphony No. 36, Beethoven adds a touch of drama, while Schubert’s

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MUSICI Peebles Folk Club, 8.45pm See 1 September for event details

FRIDAY 16 SEPT FESTIVALI BHF16: Kelso Town Hall celebrates 200 years UNTIL 18 SEPTEMBER In this very special year for Kelso, Friends of Kelso Museum have arranged a programme of events. www.kelsoconnections.co.uk

MUSICI Supreme Queen, 7.30pm Supreme Queen have been paying homage to the world’s most theatrical and dramatic Rock band, Queen since 1995, and have had a huge impact on audiences across the UK, Europe and Asia.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £19.50/£17.50 www.buccleuchcentre.com

MUSICI Melrose Music Society, 8pm The Isimsiz Piano Trio presents a programme of beautiful Chamber Music by Mozart, Faure and Schumann in the Society’s opening concert of the season.

Melrose Parish Church Hall. £12 T: 01896 822516 www.melrosemusicsociety.org.uk

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of the Duns Scotus Festival. ▲ Duns Exhibition Room, Duns Library Contact Centre, Duns TD11 3AU. Free admission T: 01361 884114 www.liveborders.org.uk

EVENTI BHF16: Doors Open Day Selkirk Scotland’s largest free annual architectural event, will this year be hosted in the Scottish Borders by the Royal Burgh of Selkirk.

Free admission www.doorsopendays.org.uk

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Rolling Hills Folk, 8pm Ewan Wilkinson and Sandy Brechin play a mixture of Scottish, Irish and English traditional songs and tunes, together with contemporary folk songs and original compositions.

Smith Memorial Hall, Darnick TD6 9AH £6 / £5 T: 0798 6644661 www.rollinghillsfolkclub.org.uk

SATURDAY 17 SEPT EXHIBITIONI John Duns Scotus and Medieval Berwickshire UNTIL 12 NOVEMBER Commemorating the 750th anniversary of the birth of John Duns Scotus, the exhibition illustrates his importance and the world he came from. Part 32 What’s On Autumn 2016

John Duns Scotus Festival, UNTIL 8 NOVEMBER A series of events to mark the 750th anniversary of the birth of the world renowned philosopher John Duns Scotus in Duns. The main events are listed individually.

Various venues in Duns www.dunsscotus2016

WORKSHOPI Beginners rag rugging, 10am Treat yourself to a relaxing day of fun and creativity, learning how to make beautiful things using the traditional craft of rag rugging.

All materials provided. Booking essential (£10 deposit).

Jedburgh Community & Arts Centre. Jedburgh. TD8 6BP. £40 T: 01665 579422/01289 388741 www.rebelragruggers.co.uk

Learn how to make traditional sewn hard-back notebooks with Robert Smail’s Printing Works.

Workshop participants will learn about all the materials and techniques required to make your own notebooks and sketch books.

Robert Smail’s Printing Works, Innerleithen, EH44 6HA. £10 T: 01896 830206

WALKI BHF16: Selkirk’s mill trail 11am - 12 noon Meet at Andrew Elliot Ltd. As part of Doors Open Day, journey through Selkirk’s fascinating milling heritage with SBC’s ranger Erica Niven. Erica will take you on a behind the scenes tour of various mills that made the Border’s famous cloth and knitwear.

Andrew Elliot Ltd, Forest Mill, Dunsdale Rd, Selkirk TD7 5EA Free admission

WALKI BHF16: Estate walk – the designed landscape 12noon – 4pm Abbotsford was the culmination of Scott’s creative ambitions as a writer and the fount of his inspiration. Join us for an estate walk with our specialist guides to explore Scott’s designed landscape and its archaeology.

Abbotsford House, Melrose TD6 9BQ. Free admission T: 01896 752043

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BHF16: Bookbinding for beginners – 150 anniversary of Robert Smail’s Printing Works, 10am - 1pm & 2 - 4pm

Scottish Wildlife Trust Walk, 1pm Yetholm Loch is an important site for breeding and over-wintering wildfowl.

Meet at Melrose Health Centre Donations welcome T: 01835 824898 www.scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk

TALKI BHF16: An introduction to Duns Scotus, 2pm

By Professor Alexander John Broadie. Duns Scotus is considered to be one of the three most important philosopher-theologians of the High Middle Ages who has had considerable influence on both Catholic and secular thought.

Volunteer Hall, Duns TD11 3AF Free admission

WALKI BHF16: Manor trees, plants and birds Meet local resident and retired Forestry Commission research scientist Graham Pyatt who will guide us through the natural history of the Manor valley.

T: 01721 724820

THEATREI BHF16: The strange encounter, 2pm A court case presided over by Sir Walter Scott involving a robbery and a secret liaison. It appears to be an open-and-shut case but as the facts emerge, we see the finger of guilt begin to point elsewhere.

The case is performed by a group of enthusiastic and talented actors under the direction of John Nichol. ▲ Sir Walter Scott’s Courtroom, Selkirk, TD7 4BL. Free admission

well known group has toured the world with its own brand of traditional Scottish music using authentic instruments. ▲ Tower Mill, Hawick £10 T: 01450 360 688 www.whistlebinkies.co.uk

MUSICI Tim Kliphuis Trio, 7.30pm Dutch violinist Tim and his trio breathe new life into a belnd of classical, gypsy jazz and folk music.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm www.buccleuchcentre.com

MUSICI Iain Thomson and Marc Duff, 8pm Iain Thomson has been described as a man who writes contemporary songs with a traditional twist.

Marc is known primarily for co-founding the notable Celtic band Capercaillie with whom he has toured extensively and made many successful recordings.

The Hippodrome, Eyemouth TD14 5HT. £12 / £10 / £8 T: 01890 750099 www.eyemouthhippodrome.org

THEATREI NTC: How to Make a Killing in Bollywood, 8pm A musical comedy about two best friends who quit their jobs in a fast food restaurant and head to Bollywood in search of fame and fortune. A play about friendship and ambition and going after a dream. ▲ Supported by Borders LIVE Touring Bowhill Theatre, Selkirk TD7 5ET £12 T: 01750 22204 www.bowhillhouse.co.uk

SUNDAY 18 SEPT EXHIBITIONI BHF16: The Navvy Experience in 1860, 10am - 5pm See 4 September for details.

WORKSHOPI Laurie Campbell photography masterclass, 9.30am – 5pm Join renowned wildlife and landscape photographer Laurie Campbell for a one day masterclass. Expert advice on all

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The Edinburgh Festival and OffBroadway hit. A new play based on true and untrue stories about depression and the lengths we will go to for those we love, by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed. £12.50 (£11 concs) T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

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aspects of outdoor photography and field craft. You will need to bring a camera, tripod and outdoor clothing. ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre. £115 / £95 T: 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

TD8 6NH. Free admission

HERITAGEI BHF16: Coldingham Priory, 2 - 4pm See 7 September for details.

TALKI Author visit, 2pm Author David Munro will talk about his novels and his path from business professional to Author.

David is originally from Edinburgh and currently writing his third novel. ▲ Galashiels Library Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

WALKI BHF16: Family walk as part of Duns Scotus, 2pm Meet at statue of Duns Scotus in Duns Public Park. John Duns Scotus is considered to be one of the three most important philosopher-theologians of the High Middle Ages who has had considerable influence on both Catholic and secular thought.

Duns Public Park, Duns, TD113HN Free admission

MUSICI The Blueswater present Blues!

7.30pm A history of the blues performed by a fantastic group of musicians, sell out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe, and now at St Boswells Live!

St Boswells Village Hall www.stboswellslive.com

MUSICI Euan Stevenson and Konrad Wisniewski, 8pm Award winning saxophonist Konrad Wisniewski is joined by pianist Euan Stevenson The Hippodrome, Eyemouth TD14 5HT. £12 / £10 / £8 T: 01890 750099 www.eyemouthhippodrome.org

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ballet with an all male cast The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £10 www.buccleuchcentre.com

Karen Matheson supported by Fara, 7.30pm Formerly singer with the Celtic super group Capercaillie, Karen now wows audiences with traditional Scottish songs which have been her inspiration for over 30 years.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £17.50/£16 www.buccleuchcentre.com

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BHF16: Pennymuir / Woden Law – Roman and Iron Age Borders walk, 11am - 3.30pm 7 km, 5 Miles, 250 metre total climb.

Join SBC archaeologist Chris Bowles and visit the atmospheric remains of the Roman camps at Pennymuir, march up Roman Dere Street and visit the Iron Age stronghold of Woden Law, return along Dere Street and through the well-preserved remains of an ancient way of life.

Park and meet at Towford bridge

BHF16: Walk the Roman (Trimontium) walk, 1.30pm - 5.30pm See 1 September for event details

TUESDAY 20 Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake, 7pm

MONDAY 19 SEPT WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days Peg loom weaving, 10am Enjoy a relaxing day weaving on a peg loom with beautiful plant dyed fleece, making a mat, wall hanging or maybe a small cushion cover.

Tillmouth. £60 T: 01890 883038 www.cornhillcrafts.co.uk

TUESDAY 20 SEPT FILMI Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake, 7pm Matthew Bourne’s ground breaking twist on this classic Tchaikovsky

HERITAGEI BHF16: Discover Eyemouth Fort, 2.30pm See 8 September for details.

HERITAGEI BHF16: Twilight Tour – Beautiful Bowhill, 6.30pm

Bowhill opens its doors for an informal look at the history of the house, the people who have lived here, the collections they have made and their impact on society.

Bowhill House and Country Estate, Selkirk TD7 5ET. £25 to include tour and 2 course supper and a drink.

T: 01750 22204

TALKI BHF16: Genealogies in textile archives, 7 - 9pm.

A talk on the names and family histories behind the Borders textile industry, using textile archives and family history records. The talk will show how research can uncover the stories of those who owned and managed the mills and those who worked in them and alongside them. ▲ The Heritage Hub, Kirkstile, Hawick TD9 0AE. Free admission T: 01450 360699

MUSICI Michael English, 7.30pm Michael is the darling of the Irish Music Scene and will sell our venue out yet again so be quick!

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm. £20 www.buccleuchcentre.com

TALKI BHF16: The archaeology of the Manor Valley, 7.30pm.

Archaeologist Trevor Cowie will give a talk entitled ‘The Archaeology of Manor Valley’ highlighting prehistoric finds from the valley which will be on display.

Chambers Institution, Peebles EH45 8AG. Free admission

(booking required) T: 01721 724820

MUSICI Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham, 7.30pm Le Grand Anniversaire. After 30 years working together, Aly and Phil plan some tour surprises including a nostalgic backdrop of images and the release of a new album. £18 / £10 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

FRIDAY 23 SEPT FESTIVALI Mozart-on-Tweed Festival UNTIL 25 SEPTEMBER A glorious weekend of choral, orchestral and chamber music situated in two wonderful historic churches situated either side of the Tweed - and the Border - in England and Scotland.

St Mary’s Church, Ladykirk & St Cuthbert’s Church, Norham www.andantechamberchoir. webs.com

DRAMAI FIRE EXIT presents...

The Course of True Love

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SEPTEMBER Following sell-out success at Glasgow’s legendary A Play, A Pie and A Pint, comes this playful and heart-warming new production from a multi-award winning ‘Star Scottish playwright’ (Metro). ▲ Heart of Hawick – Tower Mill £12 T: 01450 360688 www.liveborders.org.uk

MUSICI Mozart-on-Tweed Festival, 7.30pm Andante Chamber Choir sings music by Tallis, Byrd, Victoria, Parsons, Rachmaninov, Bach, Whitacre, Lauridsen, Gjeilo, Hawes - and, of course, Mozart.

St Mary’s Church, Ladykirk £10 T: 01573 420279 www.andantechamberchoir. webs.com

FILMI BHF16: The Blessed Duns Scotus, 7:30pm Join us for the screening of “The Blessed Duns Scotus” John Duns Scotus is considered to be one of the three most important philosopher-theologians of the High Middle Ages who has had considerable influence on both Catholic and secular thought.

Volunteer Hall, Duns TD11 3AF £6 / £5

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SEPTEMBER Takacs Quartets, and given recitals at the Barbican and Royal Festival Hall.

Biggar Municipal Hall ML12 6DT £12 T: 01899 220119 www.biggarmusic.org.uk

MUSICI Fluteworks and piano concert, 8pm Lis Dooner and Fluteworks will play a wide range of music from Mozart and Haydn to Jerome Kern, supported by Harris Playfair and Heather Cattanach on Piano.

Stichill Village Hall. £8 / £7 T: 01573 470707

SATURDAY 24 SEPT EXHIBITIONI Valley Reflections UNTIL 30 OCTOBER Landscape paintings by Pippa Sinclair inspired by her experience of living in the Yarrow Valley ▲ Old Gala House, Galashiels TD1 3JS. Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

WALKI BHF16: Manor meanderings Trevor Cowie and members of Peebles Archaeological Society will lead a walk in Manor Valley.

This is a unique opportunity to discover the research, excavations and findings that the team have uncovered.

T: 01721 724820

WORKSHOPI Fundamentals of composition in landscape photography, 9.45am

This workshop introduces the 8 fundamental rules of composition with ample opportunity to put each one into practice whilst we explore the beautiful grounds of the Hirsel Estate with our cameras.

White Fox Gallery, The Hirsel, Coldstream TD12 4LW £75 T: 07980 402 755 www.whitefoxgallery.co.uk

WORKSHOPI Autumn crewel embroidery, 10am Crewelwork workshop with Susie Finlayson of Yarns Ecosse, suitable for beginners and those who have attended previous workshops.

Materials required to stitch your own design are included in the price. ▲ Borders Textile Towerhouse, Hawick TD9 9EN £30 T: 01450 377615 www.liveborders.org.uk

WALKI Innerleithen historic town walk, 10am Join Innerleithen Community Trust and Robert Smail’s Printing Works for an historic walk around the town, exploring the themes of innovation, architecture and design.

Meet at Traquair Road, opposite old railway station, Innerleithen Free admission T: 01896 830 206 www.smails@nts.org.uk

HERITAGEI BHF16: William Wallace Guardian of Scotland – medieval camp, procession

and lecture, 10 – 4pm Join our medieval camp at the Haining and follow the procession to Selkirk Auld Parish Kirk to witness the re-enactment of Wallace being made Guardian of Scotland in 1297! (Medieval Display at the Haining 10 – 4pm.

Wallace Procession from the Haining to the Auld Kirk 12noon.

Lectures on Selkirk’s Archaeology, Wallace and the Wars of Independence by Dr Chris Bowles and Dr Fiona Watson, Victoria Hall (TBC 2-4pm).

The Haining Estate, Selkirk TD7 5LR. Free admission

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Mozart-on-Tweed Festival, 11am Fluteworks - 4 flute players - have delighted audiences over the years with music ranging from Bach to Jerome Kern, taking in some Scottish Traditional Music on the way.

St Mary’s Church, Ladykirk. £5 T: 01573 420279 www.andantechamberchoir. webs.com

MUSICI An evening with Robyn Stapleton and Aaron Jones, 7.30pm BBC Scotland’s Traditional Musician 2014 Robyn is becoming one of the UK’s leading folk singers. Aaron is a very fine accompanist and singer in his own right.

Caddonfoot Hall, Clovenfords, nr Galashiels

£10 / £6 Box Office: Clovenfords Shop T: 07527800301

EH44 6PW. Tour £10 Suppers available from 6pm T: 01896 830323

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Mungo Park, 7.30pm Dogstar Theatre tells the story of the great Scottish explorer from the Yarrow Valley. The funny, sometimes tragic tale is interrupted when Mungo Park himself drops in from the 18th century. £14 / £12 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI Mozart-on-Tweed Festival, 7.30pm The Yetholm Sinfonia presents Mozart’s Overture The Deluded Bridegroom, Sinfonia Concertante for Violin & Viola and the everpopular Symphony Number 41 (Jupiter).

St Cuthbert’s Church, Norham £10 T: 01573 420279 www.andantechamberchoir. webs.com

HERITAGEI BHF16: Twilight Tour – Traquair House, 7.30 – 8.30pm.

Join us for an out of hours Mary Queen of Scots themed guided tour where we uncover the fascinating connection between Mary Queen of Scots and Traquair on the 450th anniversary of her visit and a last chance to view our special exhibition “The Queen’s Captain”.

Traquair House, Innerleithen,

EXHIBITIONI BHF16: The Navvy Experience in 1860, 10am - 5pm See 4 September for details.

WORKSHOPI Cast on knitting and crochet 2pm Crochet coasters, learn only three different stitches and you will transform a length of 100% cotton yarn into a set of colourful crochet coasters.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £50. T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

TALKI BHF16: Ken the Horse – a talk about Hawick’s 1514 memorial

by Ian Landells, 2.30pm The memorial commemorates a skirmish between the youths of Hawick where they routed the English army at Hornshole, and captured the Bishop of Hexham’s flag.

Corn Exchange, Melrose, TD6 9PN. Free admission T: 01896 750387 www.bordersfhs.org.uk

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SEPTEMBER harmony. A Sunday afternoon treat!

St Mary’s Church, Ladykirk. £5 T: 01573 420279 www.andantechamberchoir. webs.com

FILMI 2.30pm, 4.30pm & 7.30pm Three mainstream films.

See press for details. £9 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI Martin Simpson, 7.30pm Martin’s a guitarist of formidible talent being one of the finest fingerstyle guitarists in the world, playing traditional English and American folk and blues as well as his own compositions.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm www.buccleuchcentre.com

SEPTEMBER A festival in Galashiels that brings together exhibitions and events to showcase what the Borders has to offer in art and culture.

Various venues in Galashiels www.creativecoathanger.org

WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days Eco printing, 10am Explore how to print with found botanicals on fabrics and papers, make your own printed silk scarf.

Combine with natural dyeing, indigo and shibori techniques.

Tillmouth. £115 T: 01890 883038 www.cornhillcrafts.co.uk

MUSICI ROH Live: Norma [Live Broadcast], 7.15pm

description. £17 / £10 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

TUESDAY 27 SEPT TALKI BHF16: Sculpting the past – exploring the art and history of George Sutherland & Sons Sculptors, Galashiels, 6 - 7pm An illustrated talk by Alison Stewart Martin, the great granddaughter of George Paterson Sutherland, founder of George Sutherland & Sons, Sculptors. This talk also illuminates the family history across two world wars and their inter relationship with Sir Robert Lorimer, architect. ▲ Galashiels Library TD1 3JQ Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

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Mozart-on-Tweed Festival, 7.30pm Abbey Consort, Andante Chamber Choir, The Mozart-on-Tweed Brass and Stephen Doughty (organ) conclude the Mozart-on-Tweed Festival with music by Walton, Morley/Purcell, Parry - and, of course, Mozart.

St Cuthbert’s Church, Norham. £10T: 01573 420279 www.andantechamberchoir. webs.com

BHF16: Designing the Borders, 7 - 9pm A behind the scenes look at the knitwear that made the Borders famous. Museum staff share their expertise on the hosiery and knitwear trade from the early 1900’s to the present day. Rarely seen garments and design papers will be on display during this one off event ▲ Borders Textile Towerhouse, Hawick TD9 9EN Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

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Royal Opera Music Director Antonio Pappano conducts this stunning cast, including Joseph Calleja as Norma’s secret lover, Pollione and Sonia Ganassi as the priestess Adalgisa, in a striking new production, which opens the 2016/17 season. ▲ Heart of Hawick – Tower Mill £15 [£13] T: 01450 360688 www.liveborders.org.uk

MUSICI Norma, 7.15pm See above listing for event

MUSICI Tina May and Enrico Pieranunzi, 7.30pm

One of Europe’s finest female jazz singers accompanied by Italy’s internationally acclaimed pianist.

An evening of warm, intimate entertainment.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £14/£12 www.buccleuchcentre.com

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Berwick-upon-Tweed £16.75 (£15.75 concs), £8.75 child T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

DRAMAI RSC Live: Cymbeline [Live Broadcast], 7pm

HERITAGEI BHF16: Coldingham Priory, 2 - 4pm See 7 September for details.

EXHIBITIONI BHF16: Old Gala Club annual slideshow, 6.30 - 9.30pm.

Come and join the Old Gala Club for a slide show and exhibition of historic photographs of Galashiels and the surrounding area.

Fascinating images from bygone days in Galashiels.

Volunteer Hall, Galashiels TD1 3JX. £4

MUSICI Kelso Accordion and Fiddle Club, 7pm 40th anniversary night with James Coutts guest.

Kelso Rigby Club kelsoaccordianclub@gmail.com

hiding places where smuggled goods were kept.

Gunsgreen House, Eyemouth TD14 5SD £5. T: 01890 752062

TALKI Light Fantastic, 7.30pm Join Professor Tom Stevenson and friends for a fascinating journey between science fact and fiction as they share the awesome possibilities for mankind’s interaction with light.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles £10. T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

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Melly Still directs Shakespeare’s rarely performed romance. Join us for this live cinema screening on the 28 September, broadcast live from the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. Feel part of the action from your seat. ▲ Heart of Hawick – Tower Mill £14 [£12] T: 01450 360688 www.liveborders.org.uk

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Royal Shakespeare Company: Cymbeline, 7pm Shakespeare’s rarely performed romance of power, jealousy and a journey of love and reconciliation.

Britain is in crisis. Alienated, insular and on the brink of disaster. Can it be saved?

The Maltings,

BHF16: Twilight Tour – Gunsgreen House, 7 - 8.30pm AND 29 SEPTEMBER Come along for an out of hours, exclusive tour of Gunsgreen.

The house was built in 1753 by local smuggler John Nisbet, and of a John Adam design.

The architecture includes secret

BHF16: The painting in Duns of John Duns Scotus 7:30pm Talk by Professor JLH Thomas hosted by Duns History Society.

John Duns Scotus is considered to be one of the three most important philosopher-theologians of the High Middle Ages.

Duns Social Club, 45 Newtown Street, Duns Free admission

THURSDAY 29 SEPT WALKI BHF16: Walk The Roman (Trimontium) Walk, 1.30pm - 5.30pm See 1 September for event details

TALKI BHF16: Sir Walter’s Muckle Banket, 6.30pm – 9pm Join us for a fascinating talk by Borders journalist and writer Sandy Neil on 19th century culinary delights What’s On Autumn 2016

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SEPTEMBER and Walter Scott’s passion for the food of Scots. Tour the gardens and then enjoy stories in the library.

Abbotsford House, Abbotsford, Melrose TD6 9BQ. £10 / £9 T: 01896 752043

WORKSHOPI Knit, natter & sew, 7pm, AND 27 OCTOBER Come along to our free knit, natter and sew evening. The friendly environment is perfect for anyone interested in knitting or sewing, all abilities are welcome.

Refreshments are available. ▲ Borders Textile Towerhouse, Hawick TD9 9EN. Free admission T: 01450 377615 www.liveborders.org.uk

DRAMAI The Course of True Love by David Leddy, 7.30pm Fire Exit Theatre presents an everyday tale of caution, courage and Cleo Laine. A playful and heart-warming thriller…of course. £14 / £12 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI Peebles Folk Club, 8.45pm See 1 September for event details

FRIDAY 30 SEPT WALKI Walk it Further, 10.30 -11.30am Get more active with our monthly social walks. Walking boots recommended. Refreshments at the end of the walk.

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▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre. Free admission.

T: 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

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BHF16: Kirnie Law – prehistory and industrial past walk, 11-4pm 12km, 7.5 miles walk. Join Scottish Borders Council Ranger, Erica Niven on a walk through prehistory and the industrial past.

Walk past the Iron Age fort on Pirn Hill, visit incredible engineering at the reservoir on Kirnie Law, view the medieval and post-medieval archaeology above Walkerburn, and travel back to Innerleithen along the lazy Tweed Start at Innerleithen Parish Church car park, Innerleithen EH44 6JF. Free admission

Ronnie Brown: Meeting Ronnie – That Guy Fae the Corries, 7.30pm

HERITAGEI BHF16: Twilight Tour – Paxton House, 7pm Meet our guides, dressed in period costume, as they take you on an out of hours exclusive, tour of the house. Listen out for the magnificent sound of our historic Broadwood 1830s piano in the drawing room and marvel at an extensive display of Georgian garments on show for the evening.

Paxton house, Berwick-upon-Tweed TD15 1SZ £10 Supper available T: 01289 386291

MUSICI Phil & Aly’s 30th Anniversary Tour, 7.30pm Phil and Aly back at the Buccleuch to bring you their blend of music

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and banter.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £17.50/£16.50 www.buccleuchcentre.com

R E B O OCT Come with Ronnie Browne as he takes you on an illustrated journey through his long and varied life.

Ronnie will demonstrate to you that there is so much more to the man than just being a singer of songs.

Over 16s only. This is NOT a musical performance. ▲ Heart of Hawick – Tower Mill £12.50 T: 01450 360688 www.liveborders.org.uk

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Selkirk Children’s Scottish Country Dancing – A Celebration of Forty Years, UNTIL 30 OCTOBER A fascinating look at the past 40 years history of Children’s Scottish Country dancing. ▲ Old Gala House, Galashiels TD1 3JS. Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

The Lamp Post Petition, 8pm A look at growing older in today’s society. Asking what can your body do now that it won’t be able to do in 50 years time and celebrating the way we share stories of our loved ones.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed. Free (book in advance) T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

Horse Drawn War, UNTIL 31 OCTOBER A unique exhibition commemorating the role of 6 million British horses that went to the Great War. ▲ Halliwells House Museum, Selkirk TD7 4BL. Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

EXHIBITIONI EXHIBITIONI WASPS SELKIRK Open Studios, 10am – 5pm & 2 OCTOBER Annual open studios event. Range of artwork on display by the resident artists, along with arts workshops, talks, music, home baking and refreshments. Family

friendly, not to be missed!

WASPS Artists Studios, Selkirk TD7 5EW. Free admission www.selkirkwasps.com

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releasing aspects of yourself that no longer serve you. Transform as you walk a labyrinth created for healing and self-awareness.

Galashiels. £15 T: 07475660023 www.stonelabyrinth.co.uk

WORKSHOPI Outdoor Healing Workshop, 2pm Cleanse, renew and reconnect through nature based healing activities and meditation: bringing harmony and peace within and to your daily lives.

Galashiels. £15 T: 07475660023 www.stonelabyrinth.co.uk

WORKSHOPI Women’s Circle, 4.30pm This is the first of an ongoing monthly women’s circle. Open to women of all ages to come together and explore the many facets of being a woman.

Galashiels. £15 T: 07475660023 www.stonelabyrinth.co.uk

MUSICI In The Style of Last - a James Last Tribute, 7.30pm The Happy Sound of the James Last Orchestra is brought to you by band leader Mike James The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm. £18.50/£17 www.buccleuchcentre.com

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they celebrate ten years touring together and the release of their very special new album Continuum. £14 / £12 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

THEATREI How to Make A Killing in Bollywood, 7.30pm Written by and starring Northumberland Theatre Company favourite, Umar Ahmed, this is a brand new musical comedy about two friends who quit their jobs and head to Bollywood searching for fame and fortune.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed £12.50 (£11 concs) T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

MUSICI Rant, 7.30pm The renowned chamber-folk fiddle band ‘Rant’ are joined by Anna Massie (folk guitarist) for what promises to be an outstanding evening of Scottish folk music.

Longformacus Village Hall £10 (£5 for locals) T: 01361 890384

EVENTI Rich Hall, 8pm Rich Hall’s critically acclaimed grouchy, deadpan style has established him as a master of absurdist irony and the king of rapid-fire wit.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-

Tweed. £17 T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

SUNDAY 2 OCT TALKI Cash in the Attic with Trevor Black, 2pm A very informal get together with a “Cash in the Attic” spin.

Please bring along your favourite antique(s) for a valuation.

Eckford Village Hall (Just of the A698), Kelso T: 01835 850213

MUSICI Concert by Yetholm Sinfonia, 7.30pm A concert to help mark the 750th anniversary of the birth of John Duns Scotus Duns Parish Church. £7.50 / £5 www.dunsscotus.com

soft merino with silk and other decorative fibres. There are lots of possibilities to explore!

Tillmouth. £40 T: 01890 883038 www.cornhillcrafts.co.uk

Mitchell entitled “In the footsteps of the covenanters” Hawick Town Hall Entry by donation.

T: 01450 379848

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Music in Peebles: Quartetto de Cremona, 7.30pm Music by Haydn, Mozart & Beethoven performed by Cristiano Gualco & Paolo Andreoli (violins), Simone Gramaglia (viola) and Giovanni Scaglione (cello) £14 / £7 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

Melrose Historical & Archaeological Association, 1.30pm See 5 September for listing details

MUSICI ROH presents Bellini’s Norma, 7.15pm This new production of Norma for The Royal Opera is distinguished by a superlative cast of internationally renowned singers.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £15/£12.50 www.buccleuchcentre.com

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Border Archaeological Society, 7.30pm Professor Caroline Wilkinson, well known for her work in facial construction, most recently creating a head of Richard III, will give a talk entitled “Depicting the Dead”.

Berwick Parish Church Hall, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, TD15 2AF. £2 T: 07391621259 www.border-archaeologicalsociety.co.uk

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Colourful creative craft days make a felt scarf, 10am Come for a day and learn how to make a long felt scarf in

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MUSICI John McNicholl and Mary Byrne, 7.30pm For the first time Irish singing and TV stars John McNicholl and Mary Byrne bring their wonderfully entertaining Sixties ‘n’ Love show to the UK for a limited run of live dates.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm. £20 www.buccleuchcentre.com

Hawick Archaeological Society, 7.30pm An illustrated lecture by Rob

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WEDNESDAY 5 OCT MUSICI The Johnny Cash Roadshow, 7.30pm

on the world’s most expensive champagne. With thirty minutes to make up their minds about a proposal that could tear their lives apart.

Bowhill Theatre, Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ET £12 / £10 Optional pre theatre supper £13 T: 01750 22204 www.bowhillhouse.co.uk

THURSDAY 6 OCT DRAMAI Fire Exit presents The Course of True Love, 7.30pm An everyday tale of caution, courage and Cleo Laine! by David Leddy. Following sell out success at Glasgow’s Pie and a Pint, we welcome Fire Exit to The Buccleuch Centre.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm www.buccleuchcentre.com

FRIDAY 7 OCT TALKI

The UKs No1 Johnny Cash Tribute, Clive John truly captures the essence of Johnny Cash with Jull Schoonjans as June Carter.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm www.buccleuchcentre.com

DRAMAI David Leddys’ The Course of True Love, 8pm Celia and Oliver are in the world’s most expensive hotel, drunk

An Evening with Jo Shapcott, 7pm Award-winning poet Jo Shapcott will be reading poems from her upcoming 2017 book. She will also read highlights from her back list and from her prize winning collection Of Mutability.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed £12.50 (£11 concs) T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

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Met Opera LIVE in HD, 5pm Tristan und Isolde (Wagner) Pavilion Cinema, Galashiels £27/£24 T: 01896 752767 www.pavilioncinema.co.uk

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Connla, 7.30pm This young Irish five piece mix fiery irish trad with sweet vocals

by Clara McCafferty. “there’s something serious on the horizon and that creative storm is Connla” Irish Music Magazine £14 / £12 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

Rolling Hills Folk, 8pm Anyone who has ever been to the folk club is welcome to come and help celebrate our 10th birthday party singers, musicians and audience.

Smith Memorial Hall, Darnick TD6 9AH. Free admission T: 0798 6644661 www.rollinghillsfolkclub.org.uk

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Marcus Brigstocke: Why The Long FACE, 8PM Marcus was born with a long face, and now there’s UKIP, Putin, being single, Islamic State, George Osborne, Paul Dacre of the Daily Mail, tax dodging corporations, the

Antique collectors table top flea market, 9.30am AND 26 & 27 NOVEMBER Large selection of furniture, silver, jewellery, coins, medals, ceramics, books, general antiques and

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Made in Our Land, 4.30pm Curator Shona Thomson presents original 1920s films documenting rural life in Peebles and the Borders together with national information films. The screening will be followed by an informal Q&A. £9, £6 children, £25 families Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

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Democracy, 7.30pm West Germany 1969. Charismatic Willy Brandt is elected Chancellor but soon finds there is almost no-one he can trust. Rapture Theatre presents a new production of Michael Frayn’s intriguing thriller. £14 / £12 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

Apple Day, 11am – 4pm

MUSICI Derek Ryan, 8pm Join this rising star for a mix of old favourites, classic country and Derek’s own original material as well as tracks from the number one selling album ‘One Good Night’.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed £10 - £27.50 T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

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Quartetto di Cremona, 7.30pm Kelso Music Society present one of Italy’s finest quartets to play music

by Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven.

Kelso Old Parish Church £12

election and did he mention being single?

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed £17 T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

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A Passion for Paisley UNTIL 23 DECEMBER Discover beautiful shawls, the legacy of Edinburgh’s forgotten weavers, in this display from the textile collection of Heriot Watt University.

Hawick Museum, Hawick TD9 7JL Free admission www.liveborders.org,uk

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at one of her favourite novels.

Ormiston Institute, Melrose. £3 www.melroselitsoc.co.uk

TALKI Tweeddale Society: Policing the Borders, 7.30pm Chief Supdt. Ivor Marshall Ivor discusses serving the public and how priorities and challenges have developed over the years with changes in society and technology. £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

FILMI See press for details, 7.30pm £9, £6 children, £25 families Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

WEDNESDAY 12 OCT EXHIBITIONI Celebrating Seasons Simon Blackwood & Laura Blackwood, UNTIL 31 OCTOBER

MONDAY 10 OCT No listings

TUESDAY 11 OCT Celebrate autumn’s bounty at Harestanes’ annual apple extravaganza, in partnership with Borders Organic Gardeners. Apple ID, organic gardening advice, games, folk music and local food.

A great day out. ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre. Free admission T: 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

FILMI See press for details, 2.30pm £9, £6 for schoolchildren, £25 for families Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI Scottish Opera presents Donizetti’s The Elixir of Love, 7.30pm This new production of Donizettis’s sunny comedy is presented with inspiration from the world of PG Wodehouse in a cheeky vividly charactarised show with its tongue firmly in its cheek.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm www.buccleuchcentre.com

TALKI The enigma of Jane Eyre, 7.30pm Professor Ian Campbell of Edinburgh University commemorates the bicentenary of Charlotte Bronte’s birth with a look

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second hand items to buy from 50p to thousands of pounds. All indoors.

Springwood Hall, Kelso, TD5 8LS. £1.50 T: 01573228583

Inspired by the landscapes and wildlife of the Rule valley, Simon’s paintings and Laura’s illustrations are testament to their love of the natural world. Work available to purchase. ▲ Harestanes Countryside Visitor What’s On Autumn 2016

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WORKSHOPI Colourful Creative Craft Days Eco printing, 10am, & 13 OCTOBER See 26 September for listing details

MUSICI Drop Another Hat - A tribute to Flanders and Swann, 2.30pm Re-live the witty lyrics of the late, great duo Flanders and Swann.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £15/£13 www.buccleuchcentre.com

DRAMAI RSC Live: King Lear [Live Broadcast], 7pm

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Alastair Savage Trio, 7.30pm When classical violinist Alastair returned to his traditional music roots, he teamed up with friends Euan Drysdale and Iain Crawford.

The Trio performs worldwide mixing traditional tunes with original compositions. £14 / £12 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

Berwick Operatic Society: Journey of a Lifetime, 7.30pm, UNTIL 15 OCTOBER The lives and loves of four women, told through the music of the shows from across the years, including favourites from Carousel, Chess, Lion King, Aspects of Love, West Side Story, Les Mis and Matilda.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed £12 (£9.50 concs) T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

THURSDAY 13 OCT FESTIVALI Imaginarium UNTIL 15 OCTOBER Three days of Fiesta flavoured fun, workshops and performances for children and adults of all ages.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

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Antony Sher returns to the RSC to play King Lear, one of the greatest parts written by Shakespeare in this, one of Shakespeare’s most epic and powerful plays. ▲ Heart of Hawick – Tower Mill £14 [£12] T: 01450 360688 www.liveborders.org.uk 46 What’s On Autumn 2016

Kelso Country and Western Festival, UNTIL 16 OCTOBER A Western-themed affair, complete with line dancing tuition, a fast draw competition, a ladies’ afternoon tea and of course, live music.

Springwood Park, Kelso www.broncosfestival.co.uk

TALKI Wildlife talk with slides, 7.30pm Talk by Stuart Scott Langlee Centre, Galashiels TD1 2LP Entry by donation www.scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk

MUSICI The Rubettes with Alan Williams, 7.30pm 70’s pop sensation The Rubettes are back on sage at The Buccleuch Centre.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £19.50 www.buccleuchcentre.com

WORKSHOPI Galashiels Studio Club Demonstration by Fiona Morris “Landscapes in Pastel”, 7.30pm Come along and join Galashiels Studio Club for an interesting demonstration in the use of pastels in creating landscapes. All welcome.

Old Gala House, Scott Street, Galashiels £4 T: 01896 820023

MUSICI Peebles Folk Club, 8.45pm See 1 September for event details

FRIDAY 14 OCT MUSICI Concert and readings, 7.30pm A programme of music and poetry to mark the 750th anniversary of the birth of John Duns Scotus.

Christ Church, Duns £7.50/£5.00 www.dunsscotus2016.com

SATURDAY 15 OCT EVENTI John Duns Scotus Study Day, 9.30am International conference as part of Duns Scotus 750 Festival; speakers from Germany, Netherlands and USA, plus Glasgow, Durham and Haddington.

Christ Church, Duns £5 www.dunsscotus2016.com

St. Ronan’s Wells Visitor Centre, Innerleithen Free admission T: 01896 830206 www.smails@nts.org.uk

White Fox Gallery, Hirsel Estate, Coldstream TD12 4LW Free admission.

T: 07980 402755 www.whitefoxgallery.co.uk

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Sunjay, 8pm Sunjay delivers the blues with powerful vocals and intricate guitar playing The Hippodrome, Eyemouth TD14 5HT £12 / £10 / £8 T: 01890 750099 www.eyemouthhippodrome.org

Knit 1, Cycle 1 UNTIL 23 DECEMBER Through knitting and crocheting Janet Renouf Miller tells the story of a cycling adventure. ▲ Borders Textile Towerhouse, Hawick TD9 9EN Free admisison www.liveborders.org.uk

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Gift and Craft Fair, 10am Local crafters, charity table, Cushions for Cancer.

Heiton Village Hall, Kelso TD5 8JR Free admission T: 01573 450688

Frances Wilson – From Unst’s lace to porcelain, 10am UNTIL 15 DECEMBER

WORKSHOPI Too Much Fun Club, 10am A visual art & illustration collective based in Edinburgh, Scotland, with connections worldwide. The club is 30 strong and ever growing.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles Free admission T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

WORKSHOPI Meet the Family, 10am – 1pm / 2pm – 4pm Have you ever wanted to find out more about your ancestry? Join the Borders Family History Society and Robert Smail’s Priting Works and see if we can get you started on tracing your roots.

THEATREI West End Theatre, 7pm Miss Saigon (25th Anniversary) Pavilion Cinema, Galashiels £17.50 / £16 T: 01896 752767 www.pavilioncinema.co.uk ©FRANCES WILSON

Centre. Free admission.

T: 01835 830306 www.liveborders.org.uk

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Ethereal porcelain creations by Shetland-based artist, Frances Wilson, inspired by Shetland’s fine Unst’s lace to light up your home this winter.

Melrose Music Society, 7.30pm ‘It’s a Grand Night for Singing!’

Jessica Leary, Melrose-born Soprano, and Chris Baxter, Piano, with songs by Purcell, Debussy, Loewe and more, inspired by popular musicals of the 20th Century.

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ROH presents Cosi Fan Tutte, 7.30pm Event details as above.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £15/£12.50 www.buccleuchcentre.com

Colourful creative craft days Peg loom weaving, 10am See 19 September for listing details

MUSICI ROH Live: Così Fan Tutte [Live Broadcast], 6.30pm

TUESDAY 18 OCT WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days – weaving with a Brinkley loom, 10am Learn how to weave on a Brinkley loom with beautiful plant dyed wool to make a small bag or a wall hanging. A quick and easy loom to use.

Tillmouth £60 T: 01890 883038 www.cornhillcrafts.co.uk

TALKI Semyon Bychkov conducts a cast of young, up-and-coming talent including American soprano Corinne Winters in a new production of Mozart’s opera on the nature of love. ▲ Heart of Hawick – Tower Mill £15 [£13] T: 01450 360688 www.liveborders.org.uk

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Melrose Historical & Archaeological Association, 7.30pm Talk “Carham – the Battle, the Border and the Birth of Two Nations” by Clive Hallam-Baker.

Ormiston Lounge, Melrose. £3 T: 01896 822339

MUSICI Alastair Savage, 8pm Fiddle player Alastair Savage will play both traditional and classical The Hippodrome, Eyemouth TD14 5HT £12 / £10 / £8 T: 01890 750099 www.eyemouthhippodrome.org

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Royal Shakespeare Company: King Lear, 7pm Gregory Doran directs Antony Sher in one of the greatest parts ever written by Shakespeare. As age begins to overtake him, King Lear decides to divide his kingdom amongst his children.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed £16.75 (£15.75 concs), £8.75 child T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

Biggar Little Festival UNTIL 30 OCTOBER

DRAMAI The MsFits present: Women on the Verge of a T Junction, 7.30pm 3 women on a collision course that will change their lives forever when their cars collide at a T junction, an hilarious and poignant new comedy drama from Rona Munro and Fiona Knowles.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm www.buccleuchcentre.com

MUSICI Southern Tenant Folk Union, 7.30pm The award winning Edinburgh based six piece Celtic folkbluegrass crossover band returns.

Their new set includes tracks from their sixth album, the recently released The Chuck Norris Project. £14 / £12 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

A family friendly 10 day festival with an eclectic programme of music, theatre, literature, exhibitions, arts, workshops and Biggar Day Out. With over 60 events, there is something for everyone. www.biggar-little-festival.com

LITERATUREI Borders Writers’ Forum Jonathan Falla workshop follow on, 7pm An opportunity for Borders Writer’s Forum members’ readings and feedback as a follow on from Jonathan Falla’s September workshop.

St Boswells Village Hall. £3 www.borderswritersforum.org.uk

TALKI 150 Years of Robert Smail’s Printing Works, 7pm Join Rachel from Smail’s for a journey through the Printing Works 150 year history and find out more about the family Smail and the legacy they have left for the Borders and beyond.

St. Ronan’s Wells Visitor Centre, Innerleithen. Free admission T: 01896 830 206 www. smails@nts.org.uk

TALKI Galashiels Studio Club Illustrated talk by Herriot Watt Uni Students on “Textiles at

Home and Abroad”, 7.30pm Old Gala House, Galashiels. £4 T: 01896 820023

DRAMAI The Gingerbread Lady, 7.30pm Neil Simon’s poignant and very funny play tells the story of three friends - a fading cabaret singer, an unemployed gay actor, and a pretty woman obsessed with mirrors. £12 / £10 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

experiences into a powerful new sound The Side stay true to the spirit and essence of Kathryn’s own Northumbrian folk tradition whilst unleashing the talent and creativity of each individual musician.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed £10 - £19 T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

MUSICI The songs of 1965 -75: Scenes from a well-spent youth by Tim Benton, 7.30pm

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Tweed Valley Forest Festival, UNTIL 30 OCTOBER A celebration of the rich woodland culture of the Borders in a variety of locations around the beautiful Tweed Valley. Featuring the Peebles wood market, the Scottish Conker Championships, Carvefest, woodland walks, activities and much more. www.forest-festival.com

MUSICI Ceilidh with Riddell Fiddles, 7pm Dance the night away or just listen to great music in great company whatever takes your fancy.

Eckford Village Hall, Kelso T: 01835 850213

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A tribute to songs written or made famous by Dusty Springfield, Bob Dylan, Simon & Garfunkel, Gene Pitney, The Monkees, Joni Mitchell, Carole King and more performed

by Tim Benton a seasoned performer from London to New Zealand! ▲ Supported by Borders LIVE Touring Hermitage Village Hall, TD9 OLX. £5 T: 013873 76259 info@hermitagehall.net

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‘You Dunce!’ 7.30pm & 22 OCTOBER Who was Duns Scotus? What is the story behind the Dunce’s Cap? Come along and find out!

Volunteer Hall, Duns. £7.50 / £5 www.dunsscotus2016.com

Rolling Hills Folk, 8pm Touchwood with Dougie Semple and Hunter McConnell Smith Memorial Hall, Darnick, Melrose, TD6 9AH. £6 / £5 T: 0798 6644661 www.rollinghillsfolkclub.org.uk

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Duns & District Branch RSCDS monthly Scottish Country Dance, 7.30pm An evening of Scottish Country dancing to music provided by Stuart Anderson’s Scottish Country Dance Band.

Coldstream Community Centre £6 T: 01890 781567

WORKSHOPI Beginners weaving workshop, 10am Learn to weave with Janet Renouf

THEATREI Chicago: The Great Teachers Strike, 7pm Weaving together music, video footage and interviews, to tell the inspiring story of the Chicago Teachers’ Union’s strike of 2012, which successfully stalled a ruthless corporate onslaught on public sector education.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed. £10 T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

MUSICI Joe McElderry’s Northern Lights Tour, 7.30pm Joe is back with his all new Northern Lights Tour, see him up close and personal in our intimate theatre.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £75/£19/£17/£15 www.buccleuchcentre.com

MUSICI Juke Box Sixties, 7.30pm The Hollywood Bees perform a new compilation of some of the greatest Sixties hits – nostalgic, timeless and unforgettable. includes the music of The Beatles, Bee Gees, Kinks and many more. £16 / £14.50 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com 50 What’s On Autumn 2016

MUSICI Hawick Music Club welcomes Gillian Maitland, 7pm Gillian studied in Edinburgh and the University of Miami, and is a much acclaimed marimba and vibraphone soloist, composer, percussionist, specialising in the rare advanced technique of six mallet Tower Mill, Hawick. £10 T: 01450 360688 www.gillianmaitland.co.uk

MUSICI The songs of 1965 -75: Scenes from a well-spent youth by Tim Benton, 7.30pm See 21 October for event details.

Carlops Village Hall. £10 / £8 T: 07773 024024 djwilcock@gmail.com

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Miller. Master the basics of weaving and produce your own woven fabric to take home. All materials and equipment supplied. ▲ Borders Textile Towerhouse, Hawick TD9 9EN. £40 T: 01450 377615 www.liveborders.org.uk

MUSICI Met Opera LIVE in HD. 5.55pm Don Giovanni (Mozart) Pavilion Cinema, Galashiels £27 / £24 T: 01896 752767 www.pavilioncinema.co.uk

MUSICI Royal Opera: Cosi fan tutte, 7pm Semyon Bychkov conducts a cast of young and up-and-coming talent including American soprano Corinne Winters in a new production of Mozart and Da Ponte’s opera on the nature of love.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed. £16.75 (£15.75 concs), £8.75 child T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

Riddell Fiddles workshop with Roddy Matthews, 11am Open fiddle workshop with Roddy Matthews.

Argus Centre, Selkirk. £8 www.riddellfiddles.co.uk

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

TUESDAY 25 OCT EVENTI Jeremy Hardy, 7.30pm Jeremy is in his 4th decade as a stand-up this year. In 2014, the tenth series of Jeremy Hardy Speaks to the Nation was broadcast on Radio 4. Also known for appearing on The News Quiz and I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed. £15 (£5 concs) T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

TALKI Scott as a reviewer, 7.30pm David McClay of the National Library of Scotland talks about the work of Walter Scott that is the object of an exhibition currently on at Abbotsford.

Ormiston Institute, Melrose. £3 www.melroselitsoc.co.uk

THEATREI How to Make a Killing in Bollywood, 7.30pm Northumberland Theatre Company’s brand new production. It is a musical comedy about 2 best friends who quit their jobs and head for Bollywood in search of fame and fortune. A play about friendship and ambition and lengths people will go to to realise their ambitions. Cockburnspath Village Hall. £10. cockburnspathvillagehall@ yahoo.co.uk

WEDNESDAY 26 OCT TALKI Fashion in the making - a talk about techniques used to recreate 19th century fashion silhouettes, 2pm Bruce Munro Roberts, Director of Fashion and Technology, Heriot Watt School of Textiles will describe how they made the historical silhouettes displayed as part the Passion for Paisley exhibition. ▲ Hawick Museum. Free admission T: 01450364747 www.liveborders.org.uk

MONDAY 24 OCT EXHIBITIONI Myrtle Ashmore - Carrifran Woods, UNTIL 13 NOVEMBER Screenprints and paintings spanning five decades - images inspired by travel, especially in the New World and the geography and landscapes much closer to home.

Free admission.

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Kelso Accordion and Fiddle Club, 7pm The Gold Brothers Kelso Rigby Club kelsoaccordianclub@gmail.com

An evening with Jake Harvey, 7pm Jake Harvey RSA, noted sculptor, created the Hugh MacDiarmid Memorial near Langholm. He will illustrate for us, with his talk and photos, the creation of his sensestimulus art works. All welcome.

Hermitage Hall , B6399 between Hawick and Newcastleton, TD9 0LX T: 013873 76259

Kenneth Branagh Theatre Co presents: The Entertainer, 7.30pm Set against the backdrop of post-war Britain, John Osborne’s modern classic conjures the seedy glamour of the old music halls for an explosive examination of public masks and private torment.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £15/£12.50 www.buccleuchcentre.com

MUSICI Alastair McDonald, 7.30pm Famous for his long running TV show ‘Songs of Scotland’, Alastair brings you a humorous, thought provoking, informative and participative evening.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm www.buccleuchcentre.com

DRAMAI NT Live: The Deep Blue Sea, 7pm

THURSDAY 27 OCT WORKSHOPI Drawing in Old Gala House, 2.15pm Galashiels Studio Club invite you to an afternoon session of drawing.

Everyone welcome. ▲ Old Gala House, Galashiels. £4 T: 01896 820023

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season set against the backdrop of post-war Britain.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed. £16.75 (£15.75 concs), £8.75 child T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

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MUSICI David Patrick Octet: The Rite of Spring, 8pm A programme of original compositions, together with a stunning reworking for jazz octet of Stravinsky’s masterwork retaining all of the themes and most of the exquisite orchestration of the original work.

Biggar Music Club. £12 T: 01899 220119 www.biggarmusic.org.uk

THURSDAY 27 Branagh Theatre: The Entertainer, 7.15pm

Kenneth Branagh Live, 7.15pm The Entertainer Pavilion Cinema, Galashiels £17.50 / £16 T: 01896 752767 www.pavilioncinema.co.uk Helen McCrory (Medea and The Last of the Haussmans at the National Theatre, Penny Dreadful, Peaky Blinders) returns to the National Theatre in Terence Rattigan’s devastating masterpiece, playing one of the greatest female roles in contemporary drama. ▲ Heart of Hawick – Tower Mill £14 [£12] T: 01450 360688 www.liveborders.org.uk

THEATREI Branagh Theatre: The Entertainer, 7.15pm Rob Ashford directs Kenneth Branagh as the Archie Rice, with John Hurt as Billy Rice in the final production for Plays at the Garrick

MUSICI Scottish Opera: The Elixir of Love, 7.30pm Nemorino is hopelessly in love with Adina but she’s out of his league.

Threatened by the arrival of the swaggering Sergeant Belcore, Nemorino enlists the help of quack doctor, Dulcamara. Believing he’s drinking a magic love potion (suspiciously similar to cheap red wine) he’s delighted when the village girls begin to swarm around him. But is it the potion, or the rumour that Nemorino has inherited a large pile of cash from his uncle that has them all of a flutter?

Volunteer Hall, Galashiels. £15/£5 www.borderevents.com

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£12 / £10 / £8 T: 01890 750099 www.eyemouthhippodrome.org

MUSICI James Aston as Michael Jackson + the uptown band, 8pm Michael Jackson live show followed by the uptown band show The UK’s number 1 Jackson tribute hits the borders for the first time.

Be prepared to be entertained.

Volunteer Hall, Galashiels £12 in advance / £15 on the door www.borderevents.com

Carifran Forest, 7.30pm Philip Ashmole outlines plans for extending the successful SATURDAY 29 OCT community woodland project at EXHIBITIONI Carifran near the Grey Mare’s Tail.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles 300 years of Freemasonry in T: 01721 725777 Peebles, www.eastgatearts.com UNTIL 17 DECEMBER

MUSICI Peebles Folk Club, 8.45pm See 1 September for event details

FRIDAY 28 OCT WALKI Walk it Further, 10.30 – 11.30am See 30 September for details.

MUSICI The songs of 1965 -75: Scenes from a well-spent youth by Tim Benton See 21 October for event details.

Oxton War Memorial Hall, TD2 6PH

MUSICI The Bevvy Sisters, 8pm Female trio The Hippodrome, Eyemouth TD14 5HT.

Reflecting on the past and celebrating the present activities of an active community organisation with Lodge Peebles, Kilwinning 24 ▲ Tweeddale Museum and Gallery, Peebles EH45 8AG Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

EXHIBITIONI Pictures of a forgotten Hawick, UNTIL 22 JANUARY 2017 Evocative photographs of a lost Hawick from the 1050’s and other decades ▲ Hawick Museum, Hawick TD9 7JL. Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

CRAFTI NAKED CRAFT - Contemporary Craft from Canada and Scotland,

UNTIL 4 MARCH 2017 Craft traditions which reach across the Atlantic connecting Canada and Scotland. Highlighting the similarities and differences between traditional and contemporary craft practices in the two countries, ten makers from Scotland, and twelve from Canada, work to set themes in a broad spectrum of media including: ceramic, glass, jewellery, metalwork, textile and wood.

Free admission ▲ Tweeddale Museum, Peebles EH45 8AG www.liveborders.org.uk

WORKSHOPI Working with light and colour in landscape photography, 9.45am In this workshop we look at how light (the most important element in photography) affects how/what/ and when you photograph. We then set out to explore light and colour on a photo-ramble.

White Fox Gallery, The Hirsel, Coldstream TD12 4LW. £75 T: 07980 402 755 www.whitefoxgallery.co.uk

MUSICI The Boyds, 7.30pm The Boyds perform a show full of songs from: The Beatles, Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, CS&N, Sting, Simon and Garfunkel, Clapton and many more. Fantastic harmonies and great arrangements.

Stichill Village Hall. £8 / £7 T: 01573 470707

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MUSICI The songs of 1965 -75: Scenes from a well-spent youth by Tim Benton, 7.30pm See 21 October for event details.

Chirnside Village Hall. £8 / £7 Box office: The Beacon / Tenton M&G Newsagent or Post Office

£20 (£18 concs), under 16s free T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

SUNDAY 30 OCT EXHIBITIONI Pictures of Forgotten Hawick, UNTIL 22 JANUARY 2017

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The Light Programme, 7.30pm Renowned Scottish actor Crawford Logan leads a company of five in an entertaining evening of music, song and recitation. £14 / £12 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

Evocative photographs of a lost Hawick, from the 1950s and other decades, showing a burgh with an interesting built heritage and a bustling centre - a town to which even royalty beat a path thanks to the desirable knitwear it produced. ▲ Hawick Museum, Hawick TD9 7JL Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

Ross MacRae, UNTIL 21 NOVEMBER

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Alina Abragimova MBE, 7.30pm Kelso Music Society present Alina Ibragimova, perhaps Britain’s finest young violinist, who plays four of the most thrilling pieces of music ever written for solo violin, by Bach, Biber, Berio and Bartok.

Kelso Old Parish Church. £12

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A supernatural treat perfect for Halloween, conducted by Peter Ford, returning to lead Rocket Opera’s superbly talented company of North East based singers in this romantic opera in two acts by Heinrich Marschner.

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The Great Disruption of 1843, 2.30pm Kenneth McLean talks on the Disruption nationally and in the Borders looking at the make-up of Scottish religious life and the 19th century United Secession, Relief and United Presbyterian churches.

Corn Exchange, Melrose, TD6 9PN www.bordersfhs.org.uk/

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MUSICI Ukulele Orchestra, 7.30pm The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £15/£12.50 www.buccleuchcentre.com

From fractal patterns to lattice structures, the shape and form in which life takes its hold on the planet has always encouraged and inspired me to draw.

Free Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com How To Make A Killing in Bollywood by Northumberland Theatre Company, 7.30pm Written by and starring NTC favourite, Umar Ahmed (Rallying Round, Rumpelstiltskin, Grimm Tales and The Old Curiosity Shop) this is a brand new musical comedy about two best friends who decide to quit their jobs in a fast food restaurant and head to Bollywood in search of fame and fortune. A play about friendship and ambition and the lengths people will go to realise their dreams, punctuated throughout with a fantastic sound track and infectious injections of Bollywood dance moves. ▲ Supported by Borders LIVE Touring Yarrow Feus Village Hall, £8 T: 07774683064

R E B M E V O N TUESDAY 1 NOV THEATREI How To Make A Killing in Bollywood by Northumberland Theatre Company, 7.30pm See 31 October for event description Cockburnspath Village Hall, TD13 5XY £9.50 / £7.50 T: 01368 830948

TALKI Hawick Archaeological Society, 7.30pm An illustrated lecture by Shona Sinclair and Gordon MacDonald entitled “The remarkable life of Mary Lee Milne and her adventures with The Scottish Women’s Hospital during The Great War”.

Hawick Town Hall Entry by donation.

T: 01450 379848

WEDNESDAY 2 ROH Live: Anastasia [Live Broadcast], 7.15pm

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The Nordic Fiddlers Block, 7.30pm This fiddle trio from Norway, Sweden and the Shetland Islands delivers a gripping musical blend.

Three fiddles sound like four and, at times, five instruments without any electronic trickery. £15 / £13 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

Al Grant presents the Life and Music of Jim Reeves, 7.30pm Al Grant returns with his incredible tribute to gentleman Jim Reeves The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £19.50/£18.50 www.buccleuchcentre.com

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creations on becoming Director of The Royal Ballet in 1970, Anastasia is a dramatic and haunting exploration of Anna’s nightmare of memory and identity. ▲ Heart of Hawick – Tower Mill £15 [£13] T: 01450 360688 www.liveborders.org.uk

DANCEI Royal Opera House presents live screening of Anastasia, 7.15pm See above listing for event description.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £15/£12.50 www.buccleuchcentre.com

DANCEI Anastasia, 7.15pm See above. £17 / £10 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

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THURSDAY 3 NOV FESTIVALI Denholm Folk Festival UNTIL 6 NOVEMBER A wee folk festival for a wee village. The weekend’s programme includes evening concerts, workshops and an open stage competition. The main events are joined by continual sessions for uninterrupted foot tapping. www.scotborders-folk.org.uk

WORKSHOPI Galashiels Studio Club Workshop with Janet Cleghorn “Painting Garden Squares”, 7.30pm Borders Artist Janet Cleghorn will be leading a workshop to paint garden squares. Everyone is welcome to join us for this creative evening.

Old Gala House, Scott Street, Galashiels. £4 T: 01896 820023

FRIDAY 4 NOV MUSICI Al Grant – The Life & Music of Jim Reeves, 7.30pm A unique insight into the life and music of the legendary singer Jim Reeves with a wonderful concert of his classic hit songs. With narration of Jim’s life together with video screen footage.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed. £10 - £20 T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

Riddell Fiddles are a Selkirk based community group who like to bring their brand of musical fun to as wide an audience as possible fiddle tunes ( accompanied by our very own guitar/ bass/ percussion backing band ) and songs not to mention the option of ceilidh dancing too. The group have junior and senior bands as well as an all inclusive performance group. ▲ Supported by Borders LIVE Touring Ashkirk Village Hall. £6 Box office: dorothy.robson100@ btinternet.com

Bollywood by Northumberland Theatre Company See 31 October for event description Longformacus Village Hall, TD1 3PG T: 01361 890367

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Midge Ure Something from Everything, 7.30pm Midge Ure with his sensational Something from Everything Tour brings you songs from all of his albums to date The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £19 www.buccleuchcentre.com

Fraser Nimmo at St Boswells Live! 7.30pm Fraser Nimmo is a Scottish singer, songwriter and actor who combines traditional songs with his own material in an organic melange of Celtic musicality.

St Boswells Village Hall £8 / £4 (under 18) in advance (£10 on door) www.stboswellslive.com

MUSICI Rolling Hills Folk, 8pm See 2 September for event details

SATURDAY 5 NOV EXHIBITIONI Cycling in and around Kelso, UNTIL 27 JANUARY 2017 A small exhibition of cycling in and around Kelso until the present day.

Kelso Library Contact Centre, Kelso TD5 7JH. Free admission T: 01573 223171

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MUSICI The Hollywood Bees present Juke Box Sixties, 7.30pm A welcome return to the Buccleuch Centre to the Hollywood Bees with their brand new show featuring a unique and faithful compilation of some of the greatest 60s UK hits.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm www.buccleuchcentre.com

SUNDAY 6 NOV EXHIBITIONI Under a Northern Sky UNTIL 29 JANUARY 2017 Paintings by Catriona Andrews inspired by the northern light and weather and the myriad landscapes that make Scotland such a stimulating place to paint. ▲ Hawick Museum, Hawick TD9 7JL Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

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MUSICI Scratch Choir Concert, A scratch choir (come and join us!) with professional conductor, musicians and soloists will perform a programme chosen to mark the end of the John Duns Scotus 750 Festival.

Volunteer Hall, Duns www.dunsscotus2016.com

MONDAY 7 NOV WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days - felted Vessels, Bowls & Containers, 10am Explore 3D feltmaking and create a beautiful felted vessel to take home.

Tillmouth. £40 T: 01890 883038 www.cornhillcrafts.co.uk

Ensemble redefines classical and world music in a unique combination of violin, viola and classical accordion, inspired by Jewish, Gypsy, and Greek, Balkan, Arabic and Japanese music.

Biggar Music Club. £12 T: 01899 220119 www.biggarmusic.org.uk

TUESDAY 8 NOV TALKI Melrose Historical & Archaeological Association, 7.30pm MHAA Joint Meeting with Melrose Literary Society. Talk “Robert Burns’ Tour of the Borders Part I”

by Ian Landels.

Melrose Parish Church Hall. £3 T: 01896 822339

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Border Archaeological Society, 7.30pm Dr Coleen Batey, Senior Lecturer in Archaeology at Glasgow University, will give a talk entitled “Pagan Viking Burial in Scotland” Parish Hall, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1DF. £2 T: 07391621259 www.border-archaeologicalsociety.co.uk

Tweeddale Society: Scotland v Italy An early battle on home ground?

Dr John Reid talks about the complex earthworks 4 miles south-east of Lockerbie that have confounded archaeologists for half a century. £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

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DRAMAI The Unknown Soldier, 8pm A story of comradeship, betrayal and of promises both broken and kept following the carnage of WW1.

Caddonfoot Hall, Clovenfords, nr Galashiels. £10 Box office: Clovenfords Shop T: 07527800301

THURSDAY 10 NOV TALKI Passion for Paisley, 7pm Discover the fascinating fashion story of the paisley shawl - from Indian origins to high fashion garment in Victorian society. The lasting legacy of the pattern is also explored. ▲ Hawick Museum Free admission T: 01450364747 www.liveborders.org.uk

WORKSHOPI Galashiels Studio Club - Talk and Workshop by Andrew McKenzie “Creating Marks and Textures”, 7.30pm All Welcome Old Gala House, Galashiels. £4 T: 01896 820023

MUSICI Derek Ryan in Concert, 7.30pm Back by popular demand for what will undoubedly be a sell out show, so get your tickets fast!

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MUSICI THURSDAY 10 Derek Ryan in Concert, 7.30pm

TALKI Wildlife talk with slides, 7.30pm Borders soils & habitats - Sarah Eno Langlee Centre, Galashiels TD1 2LP. Entry by donation www.scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk

MUSICI Heidi Talbot, 7.30pm Contemporary and traditional songs performed by the incomparable Heidi Talbot. “A voice that’s both awestruck and tender” The New York Times. £16 / £14 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

Riddell Fiddles, 7.30pm See 4 November for event details.

Fountainhall Village Hall £6 / £5 T: 01578 760297 / 01578 760296

MUSICI Autumn Concert, 7.30pm Join Peebles Concert Band as it celebrates eight years of music making with a new programme taking in everything from musicals to movie themes, classical pieces to marches. £10 / £8 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

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designer makers.

Number four gallery, Northfield Farm, St Abbs, TD14 5QF Free admission T: 01890 771111 www.numberfourgallery.co.uk

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

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Riddell Fiddles workshop with Tom McConville, 11am Open fiddle workshop with Tom McConville.

Argus Centre, Selkirk. £8 www.riddellfiddles.co.uk

Saving and Sharing stories of the Scottish Borders in WWI: The Selkirk Story, 10am Bring along your WWI artefacts and share your family stories to help us preserve them for future generations. With music at 11.30am and a talk on Scottish Women’s Hospitals in WWI at 1.30pm.

Selkirk Parish Church Hall, High Street, Selkirk. Free admission T:01450 360699 www.liveborders.org.uk

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Needles and Compasses, UNTIL JANUARY 2017 Original artwork inspired by Islamic pattern forms by Robert Lindsay. ▲ Borders Textile Towerhouse, Hawick TD9 9EN Free admission www.liveborders.org.uk

Melrose Music Society, 7.30pm The Wihan String Quartet has been described by International Record Review as: ‘one of the best quartets in the world today.’ They will perform music by Mozart, Janacek and Dvorak.

Melrose Parish Church Hall. £12 T: 01896 822516 www.melrosemusicsociety.org.uk

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Mochara - Mo Music, 7.30pm Mochara perform a dynamic mix of original and traditional Irish songs and tunes, the duo promise audiences a night of spellbinding music and entertainment.

St Paul’s Church Hall, Spittal

Christmas Exhibition AND 13 NOVEMBER Join us for drinks and nibbles on our preview weekend to launch our Christmas exhibition which runs until 15 January 2017.

New work sourced from some of the country’s finest artists and

MUSICI Peebles Folk Club, 8.45pm See 1 September for event details

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The Battle of the Somme, 7.30pm A talk by eminent historian of WWI Hew Strachan who also introduces the screening of a remarkable documentary of the battle, made at the time and watched by 20 million British cinema-goers. £6 / £4 / free for under 12s

MUSICI Le Contes d’Hoffmann, 6.15pm

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MUSICI Music in Peebles: Angela Hewitt, 2.30pm The music of Scarlatti, Mozart and Beethoven performed by pianist Angela Hewitt. £14 / £7 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MONDAY 14 NOV WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days Peg loom weaving, 10am See 19 September for listing details

TUESDAY 15 NOV MUSICI ROH Live: Les Contes D’Hoffmann [Live Broadcast], 6.15pm Vittorio Grigolo in the title role leads an excellent cast including Thomas Hampson, Sonya Yoncheva, Christine Rice and Sofia Fomina in Offenbach’s fantastical operatic drama. ▲ Heart of Hawick – Tower Mill £15 [£13] T: 01450 360688 www.liveborders.org.uk

See above listing for event description. £17 / £10 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

WEDNESDAY 16 NOV DRAMAI LAODS presents Sand Castles, 7.30pm As everybody knows, an Englishman’s home is his sandcastle. 2 couples have been taking their holidays in the same resort for years, then along comes Doug with his nubile nieces!

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £10/£8 www.buccleuchcentre.com

THURSDAY 17 NOV LITERATUREI Borders Writers’ Forum Catherine Czerkawska, 7pm A Borders Writers’ Forum Live Literature writing workshop for screen, radio and stage through examples of the author’s work.

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Galashiels Studio Club Workshop “Working with a Limited Palette” with Marion Neilson, 7.30pm How to create interesting and imaginative artwork using a limited palette.

Old Gala House, Galashiels. £4 T: 01896 820023

MUSICI Borders Big Band, 7.30pm Enjoy music from the greats of the Big Band Era - Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, Artie Shaw, Tommy Dorsey, Buddy Rich and more. £10 / £8 / £6 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

FRIDAY 18 NOV WORKSHOPI Colourful creative craft days – weaving with a Brinkley loom, 10am See 18 October for event details.

DANCEI All Men are Created Equal, 4 – 5pm A solo dancer explores themes of privilege, empathy, injustice and humanity in a variety of forms and contexts.

Studio on the Green, Selkirk Free event

MUSICI Blazin’ Fiddles, 7.30pm Blazin’ Fiddles are undoubtedly one of the world’s most prolific fiddle

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groups, over the last 17 years they’ve captured the excitement, passion and sensitivity of Scottish music all at once.

The Maltings, Berwick-upon-Tweed T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

DANCEI Duns & District Branch RSCDS monthly Scottish Country Dance, 7.30pm An evening of Scottish Country dancing to music provided by a variety of great Scottish country Dance Bands. £6 T: 01890 781567

EVENTI Craig Hill, Up and Coming!, 7.30pm Scotland’s favourite kilted treasure returns. £16 / £14 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI Rolling Hills Folk, 8pm Pipes, whistle and bouzouki player Eddie Seaman and guitarist/ singer Luc McNally are our welcome guests.

Smith Memorial Hall, Darnick TD6 9AH. £6 / £5 Tl: 0798 6644661 www.rollinghillsfolkclub.org.uk

SATURDAY 19 NOV EXHIBITIONI Berwickshire Art Society Christmas Show, UNTIL 10 DECEMBER An exhibition of work by members of Berwickshire Art Society ▲ Duns Exhibition Room, Duns Library Contact Centre, Duns TD11 3AU. Free admission T: 01361 884114

CRAFTI The Crafters Art & Design Fair, 10am – 5pm, & 20 NOVEMBER An exclusive event in the Scottish Borders, providing a fantastic opportunity for Christmas shopping with a wealth of beautiful gifts. Finest quality handmade arts and crafts.

Springwood Park, Kelso, TD5 8LS. £1 www.thecrafters.co.uk

MUSICI Blazin’ Fiddles, 7.30pm Take a group of the hottest contemporary fiddle players from the Highlands and islands mix with some amazing piano and guitar arrangements and you’ve got the award winning Blazin’ Fiddles.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £16/£15 www.buccleuchcentre.com

Pan Dance Showcase, 7.30pm Annual showcase by the young dancers of Pan Dance.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles. £10/£7 T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

swing jazz featuring the music of the great Jazz Era composers including ‘Fats’ Waller, Duke Ellington, Gershwin, Cole Porter and many others.

Tower Mill, Hawick. £10 T: 01450 360 688

most popular operas. A combination of romance, comedy, mystery and menace created by award winning film director John Schlessinger.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £15/£12.50 www.buccleuchcentre.com

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WORKSHOPI

MUSICI

Women’s Circle, 4.30pm This is the second of an ongoing monthly women’s circle. Open to women of all ages to come together and explore the many facets of being a woman.

Kelso. £15 T: 07475660023 www.stonelabyrinth.co.uk

Chris Wood, 8pm Concert by song writer Chris Wood The Hippodrome, Eyemouth TD14 5HT. £12 / £10 / £8 T: 01890 750099 www.eyemouthhippodrome.org

MUSICI

Book Week Scotland, UNTIL 27 NOVEMBER Book Week Scotland is a weeklong celebration of books and reading. Live Borders Libraries have an events programme for all ages. Why not pop in to your local library to discover more? www.liveborders.org.uk www.scottishbooktrust.com/ book-week-scotland

New World Concert, 7.30pm Peebles Orchestra Conductor: Kenneth McAllister.

Rossini Overture ‘Italian Girl’ Beethoven Romance in F, Claire Taylor violin. Brahms Hungarian Dances. Dvorak Symphony No. 9 ‘From the New World.

Kingsland School, Peebles £10 (child £1) www.peeblesorchestra.org.uk

MUSICI

Anna Huntley & The Waverley Band, 7.30pm

Autumn jazz evening, 8pm Cool night, hot music. An evening of jazz in the company of June James, Harris Playfair and guest.

Stichill Village Hall. £8/£7 T: 01573 470707

SUNDAY 20 NOV DANCEI Tapathon, 2pm Charitable world record attempt as dancers all over the UK don their tap dancing shoes and make some noise.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles. £10 T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI ‘Swing 2016’. Bringing live jazz to Hawick, 2.30pm Swing 2016 play Hot Club style

Kelso Music Society present nine musicians to perform an evening of pieces based on folk music. It will be an evening awash with glorious melodies from Scotland to South America and by composers from Beethoven to Berio.

Kelso Old Parish Church. £12

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MONDAY 21 NOV LITERATUREI

TUESDAY 22 NOV FESTIVALI Read-a-licious, UNTIL 24 NOVEMBER A festival of literature and writing for young people.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

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TUESDAY 22 Jim Davidson: 40 Years On, 7.30pm

EVENTI Jim Davidson: 40 Years On, 7.30pm AND 23 NOVEMBER Britain’s most controversial comedian celebrates an explosive 40 years in show business. Jim brings to the stage for the first time a truly revealing and hilarious look at his life.

From the triumphs to the tragedies.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed. £19 - £25 T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

TALKI Writing the Vichy quartet, 7.30pm Allan Massie, recently shortlisted for the Walter Scott prize for historical fiction, describes the writing of his series of mysteries based in wartime France.

Ormiston Institute, Melrose. £3 www.melroselitsoc.co.uk

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The huge gap in the traditional Scottish music scene left by The Alexander Brothers has never been more adequately filled than by Paul Philips and John Morgan together known as The Homelanders.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £14/£12 www.buccleuchcentre.com

in-depth look at the ‘early Eagles roots’ before visiting the brilliant ‘Hell Freezes Over’ and going right through to the critically acclaimed ‘Long Road Out of Eden’.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed. £10 - £22 T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

THURSDAY 24 NOV

SATURDAY 26 NOV

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Galashiels Studio Club – make a jazzy bag, 2.15pm A workshop with Sheena Leslie.

Everyone welcome.

St Paul’s Church Hall, Galashiels. £4 T: 01896 820023

Antique collectors table top flea market, 9.30am See 8 October for listing details

MUSICI Talon, 7.30pm Probably the best Eagles tribute in the world.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £20 www.buccleuchcentre.com

MUSICI Peebles Folk Club, 8.45pm See 1 September for event details.

FRIDAY 25 NOV FESTIVALI Rapt in Winter, UNTIL 27 NOVEMBER A festival of visual arts and creativity in and around Peebles.

Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

MUSICI Talon – The Best of Eagles, 8pm A stunning production delivering a world class laid back vibe with an

WORKSHOPI Understanding your digital camera, 9.45am This one-day workshop will cover the basics of photography and the workings of your digital camera, including using the manual mode for more creative possibilities.

Small group (max. 6) White Fox Gallery, The Hirsel, Coldstream TD12 4LW. £75 T: 07980 402 755 www.whitefoxgallery.co.uk

WORKSHOPI Weaving Workshop, 10am Learn to weave with Janet Renouf Miller. Create patterns, develop weaving skills and produce your own woven fabric to take home on a rigid heddle loom. All materials and equipment supplied. ▲ Borders Textile Towerhouse, Hawick TD9 9EN. £40 T: 01450 377615 www.liveborders.org.uk

Humaine, 8pm, AND 27 NOVEMBER, 2pm A high-octane one act opera for soprano and accompanying pianist - a single character in a single room - starring Berwick-based soprano and Berwick Festival Opera favourite Tamsin Davidson.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed. £15 (£12.50 concs), under 16s free T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

MUSICI Thank Abba for the Music, 7.30pm 70’s sensation Abba are recreated on stage to bring you all their greatest hits.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £18.50/£17 www.buccleuchcentre.com

MUSICI Louis Durra Trio, 8pm Concert by Louis Durra Trio The Hippodrome, Eyemouth TD14 5HT. £12 / £10 / £8 T: 01890 750099 www.eyemouthhippodrome.org

SUNDAY 27 NOV TALKI Soldiers’ Wills, 2.30pm Dr Tristram Clarke of the National Records of Scotland. An introduction to the collection of Soldiers’ Wills, mainly from the First World War, which have been digitised and are preserved.

Corn Exchange, Melrose TD6 9PN www.bordersfhs.org.uk

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DANCEI

Berwick Festival Opera: La Voix

Birds, 3.30 – 4.30pm

Four dancers each perform a solo that is grounded in the rhythms, qualities and nuances of a bird song soundtrack.

Studio on the Green, Selkirk Free event

TUESDAY 29 NOV DRAMAI Chapterhouse Theatre presents: A Christmas Carol, 7.30pm Charles Dickens’ unforgettable festive tale. This production will be a delight for the whole family bringing you the spirit of Christmas.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £14/£12/£8 www.buccleuchcentre.com

WEDNESDAY 30 NOV MUSICI Kelso Accordion and Fiddle Club, 7pm Leonard Brown and Malcolm Ross Kelso Rigby Club kelsoaccordianclub@gmail.com

MUSICI Fred Morrison: St Andrew’s Day Concert The Hippodrome, Eyemouth

TD14 5HT. £12 / £10 / £8 T: 01890 750099 www.eyemouthhippodrome.org

MUSICI Stars of Irish Country, 7.30pm Louise Morrisey, John Hogan, Gloria, Frank Mc Caffrey and new young rising star Lee Matthews, together on stage for an evening of toe tapping music and entertainment.

The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm £21.50/£19.50 www.buccleuchcentre.com

MUSICI Buddy Holly & The Cricketers: Holly at Christmas, 8pm Holly’s hits, other contemporary classics and some Christmas crackers are all wrapped up in a fast, furious and funny feast of entertainment to make the perfect gift for all the family.

The Maltings, Berwick-uponTweed £10 - £20 T: 01289 330 999 www.maltingsberwick.co.uk

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Sport classes and courses

Sport classes and courses BORDERS BOCCIA OPEN COMPETITION 2016 DATE: Saturday 1st October 2016 TIME: 10.00am - 5.00pm (timings are approx) VENUE: Queens Centre Galashiels, TD1 2DU ENTRY: £5 per player CONTACT: Alan Oliver, Sports Development Officer, 01896661166 Borders Boccia Open Competition will be held on Saturday 1st October.

Competition open to all Boccia players with a physical or learning disability.

Boccia is a target sport, similar to lawn bowls, the aim is to throw, roll, kick or use a ramp, to get your balls closer to the white ‘Jack’.

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COST: £205 CONTACT: Alan Oliver, Sports Development Officer, 01896661166 The LTA Level 1 Coach Assistant Qualification is the first step on the LTA Coaching Pathway. It is aimed at people looking to work as a coaching assistant at a club or other tennis venue, such as a park or a school. The qualification is an assessed course.

Upon successful completion candidates will be able to work as an assistant coach alongside a minimum of a Level 2 Accredited Coach in a beginner coaching session.

The course is 3 days in duration, split over a minimum period of 4 weeks and will cover areas such as Mini Tennis, technique, tactics, communication, organisation, demonstrations, safeguarding, running competitive events and organising activity sessions.

Additionally, the course

requires candidates to complete a portfolio and gain a minimum of three hours experience assisting an LTA Accredited coach between the second and third day of the course.

Coaches who hold a Level 1 Coach Assistant Qualification are not qualified to coach independently, but will be able to lead parts of a coaching session on an adjacent court to a Level 2 or above coach.

They can also run a tennis activity session that has been set up by the Head Coach (Level 3 or above).

A tennis activity session refers to organised play or competition facilitated by a coach through organising equipment, allocating space, and suggesting some ideas for activities.

The key distinction between a coaching session and activity session is that no formal coaching instructions (for example technical instruction) are given.

Course Pre-requisites • Be a minimum of 16 years old on the first day of the course.

• Have a signed letter of

deployment from the club where coaching experience will be undertaken or request a letter of deployment from the Course Provider.

Candidates must attend all the sessions of the course at the same venue and pass all elements of assessment to be successful.

Exemptions If you hold a UKCC endorsed, 1st4sport awarded Level 2 in another sport you can bypass Level 1 and take Level 2.

If you hold a teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent) specialising in P.E. then you can bypass Level 1 and take Level 2.

LIVE BORDERS TRIATHLON SERIES Challenge yourself in ways you didn’t even know possible - take part in one, some or all of our endurance events. All you have to do is Enter. Train. Do. • KELSO COME & TRI TRIATHLON

DATE: Sunday 14th August 2016 LOCATION: Kelso Swimming Pool, Inch Road, Kelso TD5 7LP CONTACT: 01573 229 944 DISTANCES: Swim 400m, cycle 11.68km and run 2.84km.

START TIME: Come & Tri start time 9am. Race registration 7am PRICE: £28.00 LICENCED: £24.00 • KELSO SPRINT TRIATHLON DATE: Sunday 14th August 2016 LOCATION: Kelso Swimming Pool, Inch Road, Kelso TD5 7LP CONTACT: 01573 224 944 DISTANCES: Swim 750m, cycle 22.9km and run 5.66km.

RACE START TIME: Sprint start time 9am. Race registration 7.00am to 8.35am COSTS PRICE: £40.00 LICENCED: £32.00 • PEEBLES DUATHLON DATE: Sunday 4th September 2016 LOCATION: Gytes Leisure Centre, Walkershaugh, Peebles, EH45 8GL CONTACT: 01721 723 688 DISTANCES: Run 4.69 km

run, cycle 19.46km, run 4.69km.

RACE START TIME: 9am.

Race registration opens 7am.

PRICE: £29.00 LICENCED: £24.00 • EYEMOUTH COME & TRI TRIATHLON DATE: Saturday 17th September 2016 LOCATION: Eyemouth Leisure Centre, North Street, Eyemouth TD14 5ET CONTACT: 01890750 557 DISTANCES: Swim 400m, cycle 10.88km and run 2.33km RACE START TIME: 12pm.

Race registration opens 11am PRICE: £28.00 LICENCED: £24.00 • EYEMOUTH SPRINT TRIATHLON DATE: Sunday 18th September 2016 LOCATION: Eyemouth Leisure Centre, North Street,Eyemouth TD14 5ET CONTACT: 01890750 557 DISTANCES: Swim750m swim, cycle 19.14km cycle and run 4.66km RACE START TIME: 9am.

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UK Sports Coach Workshops Sports coaches are at work in the community improving people’s enjoyment of sport, together with their health and well-being.

Coaches are often the under-acknowledged driving force, motivating people of all ages to be active and we offer a number of courses to help support both coaches and clubs in order to improve standards and safety.

All courses are heald at Live Borders Head Office, Melrose Road, Galashiels, TD1 2DU. For more information and to book, visit www.liveborders.org.uk

SCOTTISH FA COACH EDUCATION COURSES in the Scottish Borders Courses for coaches working with players aged 5 to 12 yrs Scottish FA Level 1.1 Early Touches Certificate • Sunday 21st August 10.00am till 4.00pm Queens Leisure Centre Galashiels Scottish FA Level 1.2 Coaching Young Footballers Certificate • Sunday 11th and 18th September 10.00am till 4.00pm Queens Leisure Centre Galashiels

EMERGENCY FIRST AID AT WORK Sunday 21 August 10am – 4pm £55

EMERGENCY FIRST AID AT WORK Sunday 16 October 10am – 4pm £55

SAFEGUARDING & PROTECTING Children Workshop Monday 5 September 6.30- 9.30pm £27.50

SAFEGUARDING & PROTECTING CHILDREN WORKSHOP Monday 28 November 6.30-9.30pm £27.50

‘IN SAFE HANDS’ Child Protection Officer Training Monday 12 September 6.30-9.30pm £27.50

EMERGENCY FIRST AID AT WORK Sunday 11 December 10am – 4pm £55

Courses for coaches working with players aged 13+ Scottish FA Level 1.1 Development Activities Certificate • Sunday 28th August 10.00am till 4.00pm Queens Leisure Centre Galashiels Scottish FA Level 1.2 Coaching Footballers 13+ Certificate • Sunday 2nd and 9th October 10.00am till 4.00pm Queens Leisure Centre Galashiels To book on the course go online at Scottishfa.co.uk or contact Drew Kelly Scottish FA Development Officer 018796 661 166

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POETRY COMPETITION Scottish Borders Stories of WWI is inviting you to submit your poetry inspired by the Borders’ experience of the First World War. Be inspired at one of our FREE poetry workshops with local poet Tom Murray: • Peebles Library, Thursday 3rd Nov, 10am-12noon • Kelso Library Contact Centre, Tuesday 15th Nov, 2-4pm Or discover the Scottish War Poets at a free talk by Alasdair Hutton: Melrose Library, Monday 7th Nov, 7pm You can book your free place at any of the above events by contacting the Library/Library Contact

Centre or by contacting Library Headquarters on 01750 726400/ libraries@ liveborders1.org.uk

The three winning poets will receive a £20 book token and their entries will be included in an upcoming exhibition of Borders WWI poetry.

CLOSING DATE: THURSDAY 1ST DECEMBER 2016 The competition is open to all those over 16 years of age and currently residing in the Scottish Borders.

Entry forms can be collected from any Live Borders Library or downloaded from www.liveborders.org.uk/libraries_and_archives

THE HERITAGE HUB Kirkstile. Hawick TD9 0AE T: 01450 360699 | E: archives@liveborders1.org.uk

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Walk It Walks MONDAY

MULTIPLE LOCATIONS

WEEKLY: Jedburgh Peebles

Tel: 07813535394 Tel: 01721 720981/ 01721 722784

FORTNIGHTLY: Galashiels - Tweedbank Tel: 07917814218 Duns Tel: 07837451486

TUESDAY WEEKLY: Ayton Darnick Eyemouth Kelso

Tel: 07813535394 Tel: 07502128247 Tel: 01890 750870 Tel: 01573 226261

WEDNESDAY Tel: 01896 664717 Tel: 07917814959 Tel: 01578 722207 Tel: 07858386485 Tel: 01896 870586

FORTNIGHTLY: Greenlaw

Tel: 01361 810642

WEEKLY: Earlston

Tel: 07717706931

FORTNIGHTLY: Chirnside Coldstream

Tel: 01890 818769 Tel: 07717547861

MONTHLY: Newtown St Boswells Tel: 07717547858 St Boswells Tel: 07717547858

FRIDAY WEEKLY: Innerleithen Kelso Hawick Town Centre

Tel: 01896 833133 Tel: 01573 224037 Tel: 07917814959

FORTNIGHTLY: Hawick Burnfoot

Tel: 0781 353 5394

MONTHLY: Melrose, Newstead & Gattonside

Bodywork Borders – Realistic Pilates Tel: 01896 848079 www.bodyworkborders.co.uk

Silver Stars Western Dancers – line dancing

Fit Borders – zumba Tel: 07889 225126 jocelyn@fitborders.co.uk www.fitborders.co.uk

Gentle exercise for older adults and zumba gold classes Tel: 07713 357450 Zumba Borders

Royal Scottish Country Dance (RSCDS) www.rscds.org

COLDINGHAM & EYEMOUTH

All Stars Dance Academy – performing

THURSDAY

Tel: 07976 276 796

arts classes Vicky O'Brien Tel: 07973 873305 vicz_obrien@hotmail.com

DUNS

L J Dance Academy Lynn Joyce Tel: 07932 517279 J_lynn26@msn.com

GALASHIELS

dianadawson@btinternet.com

Southside School of Dance – performing arts classes Tel: 07890 990687 lousquires@hotmail.com

Graham School of Highland Dance eileengrah@gmail.com

HAWICK

LP School of Dance paulaglass21@hotmail.co.uk Tel: 07759 105715

Arabic Dance celiadance@talktalk.net www.bordersarabicdance.co.uk

Borders Dance Academy – creative and ballet bordersdanceacademy@gmail.com

Fiona Henderson School of Dancing – performing arts classes Tel: 07894 881747 fiona@fionahendersondance.com

Irish Dance Haughey McAuley Academy eaconnor_27@hotmail.co.uk

FitBorders & Scottish Borders Council – gentle exercise for older people of all abilities

Tel: 07801 560168 / 07841 140377 info@creativestage.co.uk

Old Time Social Dance Tel: 01835 870244 Gracie Belle Scott Tel: 01835 825080 Community Capacity@ scotborders.gov.uk

Eastgate Theatre classes Tel: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

LIVEforDANCE – Just Jhoom! Bollywood Dance Fitness Alex.emerson@hotmail.co.uk

SELKIRK

Creative Stage – performing arts classes

RSCDS Roxburgh, Selkirk and Peebles Branch treasurer.rspbranch@gmail.com

The Studio on the Green – dance, fitness and bodywork classes. Tel: 01750 21997 jenna@thestudioonthegreen.com

ST. BOSWELLS

Baby Boogie – creative dance classes Tel: 07733 513069 beckifirefly@gmail.com www.facebook.com/fireflyborders

KELSO Tel: 07939 260270 yaliz77@yahoo.co.uk

Gordon Fox Dance Academy – ballroom styles to west coast swing Tel: 07900 676865 gfdance@icloud.co.uk www.gordonfoxdance academy.co.uk

McNally Dance Academy elitestudiocentre-mda@ outlook.com

sjlgrainger@gmail.com

M-Pulsive Dance

Rag Bag Morris Dance

Street and commercial style dance for ages 2-adult.

Tel: 07724748131 / 01573223056 michelle@mpulsivedance.com

Tel: 01890 818073 charliepoulsen@pobox.com

PEEBLES & WEST LINTON

Belly Dance

Lynella School of Highland Dance

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District Branch Tel: 01890 818264

Tel: 07986 914206 zumbaborders@uwclub.net

WEEKLY: Galashiels Centre Hawick Town Centre Lauder Melrose Walkerburn

Regular Movement Classes

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Regular Events

6 Pools // 6 Gyms // Over 100 weekly fitness classes all across the region.

We all Live Borders.

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Regular Events MONDAY

WEEKLY (until 31 October) 9.30am – 12.30pm: Mosaic Workshops Expert tuition. Materials can be supplied. £10 Burnmouth Village Hall T: 018907 81381 infoartseyemouth@btinternet.com 12 noon: The Dippers Borders Disabled Swimming Group. Friendly group offering fun and exercise. People with minor physical disabilities to wheelchair bound. Helpers available. £2.90 Jedburgh Swimming Pool T: 01835 822524 1 – 4pm: Art Class Expert tuition. Materials can be supplied. £10 Burnmouth Village Hall T: 018907 81381 infoartseyemouth@btinternet. com FORTNIGHTLY (5 September – 31 October) 6.30 – 8.30pm: Riddell Fiddles workshops Community based fiddle group with workshops for learning and performance. £5 Argus Centre, Selkirk www.riddellfiddles.co.uk WEEKLY (until 28 November) 6.30pm: Bluebell Meditation Group Meditation promotes health and wellbeing and is part of a holistic 70 What’s On Autumn 2016

approach to peace and a calm mind. Practised regularly it has been proven to calm stresses and reduce anxiety. Entry by donation.

Cockburnspath Village Hall epd@btinternet.com FORTNIGHTLY (12 September – 12 December) 7.30pm: Borders Philatelic Society Anyone who is interested in stamps, postcards, postal history, will be made very welcome, whether they are new to the hobby or a more serious collector.

St Pauls Church Hall, Scott St, Galashiels T: 01721 723759

TUESDAY

WEEKLY (6 September – 4 October) 1.15pm: Doodle Hub Art class for adults, options include basic drawing skills and sculpting.

This arts class is for everyone who has always wanted to learn or improve their creative skills. £10 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com FORTNIGHTLY (from 13 September) 2.30pm: Kelso Writers Workshop Open to all short story and novel writers. Workshops tutored by Iona McGregor. Beginners welcome.

Also scriptwriting and playwriting workshops. Occasional talks by local writers. £2. Abbey Row Community Centre, Kelso

T: 01573 410277 www.kelsowritersworkshop. blogspot.co.uk WEEKLY (6 September – 6 December) 7pm: Gala Water Singers Community Choir of the Gala Water Valley We welcome all who love to sing with others. No training, skills in reading music or previous experience needed. Seasonal concers / performances (optional). £50 Fountainhall Primary School, Galashiels T: 01578 730289 7.30pm: Kelso Chess Club Open to players of all ages and abilities with a love for the royal game.

Why not join us and take your chess to the next level? £15 yearly membership.

Royal British Legion Kelso T: 01750 23171

WEDNESDAY

MONTHLY (1st Wednesday of each month) 11am – 12.30pm: Duns Library Reader’s Group A group of friendly folk who have read the same book and come together to discuss it Come along and say as much or as little as you want...

Free. Duns Library Contact Centre T: 01361 886104 WEEKLY 12noon: The Dippers Borders Disabled Swimming Group.

Friendly group offering

fun and exercise. People with minor physical disabilities to wheelchair bound. Helpers available. £2.25 Kelso Swimming Pool T: 01835 822524

resistance, balance and core to get you strong, fit and toned with Fiona Pagett. £5 Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

WEEKLY (21 September – 7 December) 7.15 – 9.15 pm: Melrose Reel Club Scottish Country Dancing All welcome – beginners and experienced alike – for lively and fun classes £25 for 12 weeks.

Melrose Parish Church Hall T: 01896 823192

(1 September – 6 October) 7pm: Just Jhoom!

Bollywood dance fitness for adults - energetic, glamorous and very tongue-in-cheek with Alex from LiveforDance. £5 or £27 for 6 weeks Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

WEEKLY 7.30pm: One Acchord Ladies A Cappella Chorus Come along and sing in four part harmony, whether you have sung before or just want to give it a try. New members made most welcome. We meet most Wednesdays and the occasional Saturday. Try free for four weeks.

Community Hall, Sprouston Road, Newtown St Boswells TD6 0QX T: 01896 668594

(1 September – 6 October) 8pm: Let’s Dance Burst out some moves in a range of different dance styles in this fun, energetic class for adults with Alex from LIVEforDANCE. £5 or £27 for 6 weeks Eastgate Theatre, Peebles T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

THURSDAY WEEKLY 9.30am: Over 50’s exercise class A gentle exercise class to music suitable for all abilities. £3.75 Cockburnspath Village Hall T: 01368 830391 (until 6 October) 10am: Tone Zone This adults class works on cardio,

FORTNIGHTLY 8.45pm: Peebles Folk Club Long established song and instrument-based sessions. All types of music – as long as it’s live! Informal lively atmosphere – listeners as well as musicians made very welcome.

Free admission. Neidpath Inn, Peebles T: 01721 721697 www.peeblesfolkclub.moonfruit. com

FRIDAY WEEKLY 10am: St Abbs Craft Market Arts and crafts.

Free admission.

The Ebba Centre, St Abbs www.st-abbs-market.com

SATURDAY

MONTHLY (10 September – 5 November) 7.30 – 9.30pm: Gala Clef Club A group of musical friends who meet to perform in friendly, intimate surroundings. If you play an instrument or sing and want to hone your performance skills, come and be a part of this historic music club, now in its 90th year.

All styles from classical to jazz, music hall and silver screen, all ages and standards are welcome.

Piano and keyboard provided.

Membership £12/£6/£1 Lucy Sanderson Hall, Tweed Terrace, Galashiels TD1 3EG T: 0778 037 8590

SUNDAY

MONTHLY (11 September - 13 November) 10am: Brunch with the BVAC Informal get together for members of Borders Vintage Automobile Club – plus anyone with an interest in classic, or interesting cars – to share experiences and fun over bacon rolls and coffee.

Free admission.

Milestone Garden Centre, Newtown St Boswells www.bvac.org.uk

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EXHIBITION & LECTURE

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SCHOFIELD DYERS & FINISHERS OPEN DAY NATIONAL GALLERIES

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BORDERS BOOK FESTIVAL EVENING EVENT Creative Coathanger Galashiels is a festival of all things creative in the Scottish Borders.

More details will be available, closer to the event, at: Kindly supported by

creativecoathanger.org

An Independent Scottish Borders Cultural Forum The Scottish Borders Cultural Forum is an independent forum and has evolved out of a series of discussions and workshops attended by a broad range of individuals and organisations from the local cultural sector and is open to anyone interested in the aims and values of the Forum.

The Scottish Borders Cultural Forum supports the work of the local cultural sector by creating a space for networking, sharing concerns, ideas and resources and finding solutions to common problems. It is a champion not just for the cultural sector but also for culture’s role in the economy, environment, education, health and the quality of life that is so important to the Scottish Borders.

The Cultural Forum is concerned principally with the arts, heritage, museums, libraries, creative industries, traditional culture and festivals, though this list is not exclusive.

The Forum has monthly gatherings, which aim to be: • Informal • Open • Inclusive • Welcoming • Interesting • Relevant • Enjoyable

The monthly gatherings move around the Borders and link with a key cultural event or venue in each area, so that the gatherings offer: a social space, an opportunity to see something interesting, and an opportunity to have a discussion focusing on sharing information and focusing on key opportunities or issues.

UPCOMING GATHERINGS: September Gathering • The Hippodrome, Eyemouth, 1 September, 6-8pm. To coincide with ‘Making Good Places’ architecture exhibition October Gathering • WASPS Studios, Selkirk, 30th September. To coincide with WASPS Open Studios weekend, and Selkirk Sessions.

The Cultural Forum is

evolving, so this is a chance for you to become involved and shape the Forum – we are not expecting that everyone can make each monthly gathering, rather you can dip in and out. As the Cultural Forum is at an early stage and doesn’t have a dedicated web presence, it is being supported by the Creative Arts Business Network (CABN), Arts Development, Live Borders.

You can find information about the Forum and monthly gatherings on the CABN website www.cabn.info or by e-mailing Kay McCluskey on the e-mail below.

MEMBERSHIP The Cultural Forum is a membership body open to all organisations and individuals who share its purpose and values. No distinction is made between professional and amateur, commercial or voluntary groups. Membership is free and to join, simply e-mail Kay.McCluskey@ liveborders1.org.uk with your name, business or organisation name, and we will keep in touch with you about all Cultural Forum activities.

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LIVE HISTORY! Our museums and galleries tell the story of Borders people from the earliest times to the present day; their struggles, their homes, their work, and their leisure; from Border Reivers to Coldstream Guards; from the life of a 17th century laird to that of a prisoner in a 19th century jail; from textile mills to an iron monger’s shop and from the waters of a PEEBLES

▲ TWEEDDALE MUSEUM AND GALLERY Chambers Institution, High Street, Peebles, EH45 8AP T. 01721 724820 The Chambers Institution was established in 1859 by William Chambers, one of the founders of the famous publishing house.

The Museum and Gallery currently present a lively programme of exhibitions in this historic building.

The Chambers Room houses the extraordinary plaster work friezes commissioned by William Chambers and also features an exhibition on Peebles and the surrounding area.

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▲ ST RONAN’S WELLS Wells Brae, Innerleithen, EH44 6JE T. 01896 833583 This historic spa and garden holds an exhibition telling the story of 74 What’s On Summer 2016

Mary Queen of Scots Visitor Centre

health spa to Common Riding celebrations.

They also explore the lives of the famous such as Mary Queen of Scots, Sir Walter Scott, Jim Clark and Jimmie Guthrie.

Admission is Free to all Live Borders Museums. For further information and details on opening times see website: www.liveborders.org.uk

Innerleithen and its links to the great Scottish writers James Hogg and Walter Scott.

The origins of the unique Cleikum ceremonies held each July are also interpreted.

Free parking and picnic area on site.

GALASHIELS

▲ OLD GALA HOUSE Scott Crescent, Galashiels, TD1 3JS T. 01750 726456 / 01896 752611 Visit Old Gala House, an important and vibrant museum nestled in the heart of the bustling Borders town of Galashiels. Learn the story of this historic house and the development of the town.

Dating back to 1583, this impressive building has seen over 400 years of activity and bears the fascinating traces of historic change: the painted, woodenpanelled ceiling dating from 1635 is a rare survival in Scotland, and

it compares wonderfully with the ornate 18th century plaster ceiling in an adjoining room. Other rooms carry displays and information on the history of the local area and its enterprising people.

The house hosts temporary exhibitions, children’s events, tearoom, audio guide, gifts & souvenirs and gardens. Free car parking and partial wheelchair access with a stair lift to the exhibitions on the 1st floor.

SELKIRK

▲ HALLIWELL’S HOUSE MUSEUM Market Place, Selkirk, TD7 4BL T. 01750 726456 / 01750 20054 Halliwell’s House Museum is located in the oldest surviving row of dwellings in Selkirk.

The building dates

back over 400 years and makes a truly atmospheric museum situated in Halliwell’s Close just off the bustling Market Place. The Close has seen a lot of changes down the years, and these are engagingly reflected in the displays. The old ironmongers shop is reconstructed on the ground floor and is crammed full of related objects which evoke a bygone age.

The internationally renowned Selkirk Common Riding is documented in a dedicated room on the first floor. This compact museum tells the story of the town’s ancient history with connections to William Wallace and the tragedy of Flodden as well as its more recent past.

Gifts & souvenirs, full wheelchair access with a lift to exhibitions on the 1st floor.

▲ SIR WALTER SCOTT’S COURTROOM Market Place, Selkirk, TD7 4BT

T. 01750 726456 / 01750 20761 Sir Walter Scott’s Courtroom is one of our direct links to the great Scottish writer. In this building Sir Walter Scott sat as Sheriff, dispensing justice to the town of Selkirk for nearly 30 years, until his death in 1832.

This important, historic building dates from 1804 and stands in the bustling Market Place of this historic town, next to a monument dedicated to Sir Walter. Inside, you can learn the story of his association with the town and browse permanent displays of personal objects that once belonged to the world-famous writer of great literary works that included Rob Roy and the Waverley novels. Small gift shop. Tour groups welcome but no disabled access.

▲ LOCAL STUDIES Libraries & Archives Library HQ, St Mary’s Mill, Selkirk, TD7 5EW T. 01750 726400

Borders Textile Tower House

The aim of Local Studies is to preserve, develop and make available a comprehensive collection of resources, both current and historical, relating to the Scottish Borders. Some materials can be borrowed through your local library. Reference only materials can be viewed by appointment only at Library HQ. COLDSTREAM

▲ COLDSTREAM MUSEUM 12 Market Street, Coldstream, TD12 4BD T. 01890 882630 The Museum houses permanent displays exploring the history of the parish, burgh and its people. The Guards Gallery ‘Second to None’ tells the story of The Coldstream Guards at home and abroad from the 17th Century to the What’s On Autumn 2016

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Museums, Castles & Country Houses present day. A varied programme of temporary exhibitions and related workshops and events are provided in the Courtyard Gallery.

Facilities include; children’s indoor play area, courtyard with picnic table, shop and WCs with baby changing facilities. The museum is fully accessible to all visitors.

Unrestricted parking in the Market Square.

tower house where, according to tradition, she lodged during her time here.

Audio tour, foreign language guides, gifts, books and souvenirs.

Audio-visual display on ground floor for wheelchair users. Tour groups welcome.

DUNS

Wilton Lodge Park, Hawick, TD9 7JL T: 01450 364747 Discover a town’s treasures in a historic house set in beautiful parkland. Famous painters, motorcycle racing legends, nature displays, passionate collectors and local history. The Jimmie Guthrie and Steve Hislop Rooms showcase the lives and achievements of Hawick’s two tragic motorcycle champions.

Always something new to see with a lively programme of art and museum exhibitions throughout the year.

Wheelchair access to the Ground Floor and the Scott Gallery

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The Jim Clark Room

▲ THE JIM CLARK ROOM 44 Newtown Street, Duns, TD11 3AU T. 01361 883960 A must for all fans of motor racing! The museum provides a comprehensive account of Jim Clark’s motor racing career from club competitions to World Championship Formula 1 racing through a fascinating display of trophies, awards, photographs, model cars and other memorabilia.

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1 Tower Knowe, Hawick, TD9 9EN T: 01450 377615 E: textiletowerhouse@ scotborders.gov.uk www.heartofhawick.co.uk Facebook-www.facebook.com/ heartofhawick Twitter- #TextileTowerhouse

▲ HAWICK MUSEUM

▲ DUNS EXHIBITION ROOM Duns Library Contact Centre 49 Newtown Street, Duns, TD11 3AU T. 01361 884114 / 01361 882622 Duns Exhibition Room is located in the local Library Contact Centre. It provides a flexible space for local history and art exhibitions.

A regular programme of combined craft and literary family events takes place throughout the year.

For details please contact the museum office.

▲ BORDERS TEXTILE TOWERHOUSE

JEDBURGH

▲ JEDBURGH CASTLE JAIL AND MUSEUM Castlegate, Jedburgh TD8 6QD T. 01835 864750 Jedburgh Jail looks like a grand castle, but inside it’s a different story! Visit the cell blocks, follow the prisoners’ stories and find out why some thought it was ‘the most comfortable jail in Scotland’.

The jailer’s house is home to Jedburgh’s town museum.

Audio tour, foreign language

and children’s guides, audiovisual display on ground floor for wheelchair users. Tour groups welcome.

▲ MARY, QUEEN OF SCOTS’ VISITOR CENTRE Queen Street, Jedburgh, TD8 6EN T. 01835 863331 Mary’s month in Jedburgh in 1566 was a turning point in her life.

Discover the story of Scotland’s tragic queen, through paintings, textiles and objects associated with her, in the 16th century

St Ronan’s Wells Heritage Hub

Discover the story of Border knitwear and tweeds in a beautifully-restored 16th Century towerhouse. Garments, artefacts and photographs bring to life over 200 years of tradition and innovation in the local woollen industries. Changing exhibitions showcase contemporary fashion and design. Our knitwear and tweeds have been adopted by the world – come and explore the unfinished story!

The Secret Tower Room explores the building’s often-turbulent history from its construction at the time of the Border Reivers.

The Tom Scott Room displays paintings by the noted Scottish watercolourist (1854-1927) with touch screen access to our collection of his work.

Our shop stocks a colourful range of textiles, crafts, gifts and books.

Wheelchair access

▲ HERITAGE HUB Kirkstile, Hawick, TD9 0AE T. 01450 360699 The Heritage Hub is the archive, local and family history service for the Scottish Borders. We have a comprehensive collection of archives and books, which include information relating to local families, businesses, properties etc. These are available for visitors to consult free of charge.

We can also provide access to ScotlandsPeople for a daily fee and if you aren’t able to visit, we offer a chargeable remote research service.

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INDEPENDENT MUSEUMS, CASTLES & HISTORIC PROPERTIES ABBOTSFORD MELROSE 01896 752043 enquiries@scottsabbotsford.co.uk www.scottsabbotsford.co.uk Stunningly located on the banks of the River Tweed in the Scottish Borders. Abbotsford sits at the heart of the landscape that inspired the poetry and novels of its creator, Sir Walter Scott.

• Free Scott Exhibition • Gardens and walks • Woodland play trail • Free visitor centre • Restaurant • Guided tours • Gift shop • Unique artefacts Open: House: March 10am – 4pm.

April – September 10am – 5pm.

October – November 10am – 4pm.

Gardens: March 10am – 4pm.

April – September 10 am – 5pm.

October – November 10am – 4pm.

Visitor Centre open all year round excluding 25 & 26 December and 1 & 2 January.

AYTON CASTLE EYEMOUTH 01890 781212 factor@aytoncastle.co.uk www.aytoncastle.co.uk A unique example of a restored Scottish Castle now lived in as a country home. Woodland walks and open days throughout the year.

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BERWICK MUSEUM & ART GALLERY Berwick Barracks Parade Berwick TD15 1DG 01289 309538 / 07736 865824 www.berwickmuseum.org.uk Discover the historic town of Berwick, looking and listening to the sights and the sounds of the past. Find out about Berwick’s heroic Medieval story. Wonder at the treasures collected by millionaire Sir William Burrell. See an ever-changing programme of temporary exhibitions. Also in the Barracks site are the Kings Own Scottish Borderers Regimental Museum, By Beat of Drum – an English Heritage exhibition and the Gymnasium Art Gallery.

Open: 25th March - 30th September, Monday – Wednesday, & every day during August 11am - 5pm

BOWHILL HOUSE & COUNTRY ESTATE Bowhill, SELKIRK 01750 22204 bht@buccleuch.com www.bowhillhouse.co.uk Bowhill sits at the heart of a beautiful estate in the Scottish Borders where the countryside has

Mellerstain House

been managed by the Buccleuch family for successive generations.

The estate has plenty to offer visitors of all ages. From its exciting woodland adventure playground and soft play centre and ranger led wildlife walks to the cosy 72 seat theatre and renowned tea room. Bowhill’s historic House is home to one of the best collections of art and fine furniture in Europe.

EYEMOUTH MARITIME CENTRE 01897 51020 / 01897 50517 enquiries@worldofboats.org www.worldofboats.org From our upstairs Gun Deck with cannons poised to fire over the harbour through open hatches to the “Smuggling” Pub scene down below then discover the world of whaling; our whaling boat from the Azores to the stories, photos and artefacts of local men who went to the Antarctic.

Interactive knots and pulleys, quizzes and dressing-up box.

Open: Mon-Sat 10am - 5pm Sun & Bank Hols 12pm-4pm

FLOORS CASTLE KELSO 01573 223333 estates@floorscastle.com www.floorscastle.com Scotland’s largest inhabited castle is the home of the Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe. Floors contains a priceless collection of French furniture, tapestries, porcelain and paintings. Extensive woodland and parkland provide walks along the banks of the River Tweed and new for 2016 access to new areas of the Victorian walled garden experience.

There are 2 café’s, a Castle Kitchen

produce shop and an adventure playground all within the grounds of the Castle. Under 8’s go free.

HEATHERSLAW CORNMILL CORNHILL ON TWEED Northumberland 01890 820488 miller@heatherslaw.org.uk www.ford-and-etal.co.uk On the banks of the River Till, this is the only working waterdriven cornmill in Northumberland which continues a tradition that stretches back over 700 years on this site. The fully restored mill machinery still makes high quality stoneground, wholemeal flour from wheat grown in the surrounding fields, and visitors can explore the building, watch the milling process from beginning to end and see our 21st-Century millers at work.

HEATHERSLAW LIGHT RAILWAY Heatherslaw CORNHILL ON TWEED 01890 820244 info@heatherslawlightrailway.co.uk www.Heatherslawlightrailway.co.uk Passenger steam railway running from Heatherslaw to Etal Castle along the banks of the River Till.

Also on site – a railway room with working models, children’s colouring area and souvenir shop.

LOCHCARRON TARTAN VISITORS CENTRE Waverley Mill, Dunsdale Road, SELKIRK 01750 726100 LVC@lochcarron.com www.lochcarron.com Weavers of the worlds largest

range of pure new wool tartans: tour our mill, then enjoy our “quintessentially Scottish” Visitor Centre, showcasing our exclusive knitwear & accessories in the finest natural fibres, along with our gorgeous tweeds, tartans and other beautiful gifts.

MANDERSTON DUNS, Berwickshire TD11 3PP 01361 883450 palmer@manderston.co.uk www.manderston.co.uk The supreme country house of Edwardian Scotland. Open to the public every Thursday and Sunday from May – September. Teashop & gardens open from 11.30am, House opens at 1.30pm £10 per person (House & gardens) £6 (gardens only) Children under 12, free.

MELLERSTAIN HOUSE Mellerstain GORDON, TD3 6LG 01573 410225 enquiries@mellerstain.com www.mellerstain.com One of Scotland’s finest stately homes, this Robert Adam masterpiece is a ‘must-see’, complemented by the fine art, period furniture, china and embroidery collections within. Its idyllic location does not disappoint, with acres of stunning parkland, formal gardens, lakeside walks,

playground & coffee shop. Approx 20 mins from Melrose & Kelso.

Open: Easter weekend (4 days), 29 Apr-26 Sept (Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon). House 12.30pm-5pm Gardens & Coffee Shop 11.30am-5pm

PAXTON HOUSE Paxton House, BERWICK-UPONTWEED, TD15 1SZ www.paxtonhouse.com A beautiful and family friendly historic house, designed by John Adam in the 18th century. With acres of gardens and woodlands, an adventure playground and riverside to explore. Enjoy home cooked food in our welcoming Tearoom and spoil yourself in our tempting Gift Shop. Exciting events programme all year round.

Open: 19th March – 30th October House, Tearoom and Shop 10am-5pm, Grounds 10am to sunset

ROBERT SMAILS PRINTING WORK 7-9 High Street, INNERLEITHEN 0844 493 2259 smails@nts.org.uk www.nts.org.uk Step back in time at this completely restored Victorian printing works. See the machines in action and try typesetting by hand. Gift shop.

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Independent Museums, Castles & Historic Properties Monday, Friday and Saturday 11am – 5pm Sunday 1pm – 5pm

Research Centre. Research service also available.

Open: Monday 6pm – 8pm, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 10am to 4pm.

THE CORNICE OF ORNAMENTAL PLASTERWORK Innerleithen Road, PEEBLES 01721 720212 This museum is a plasterer’s casting workshop around the turn of the century and illustrates the main methods of creative ornamental plasterwork used in Scotland at that time. It also displays probably the largest surviving collection of ‘masters’ in Scotland.

THE HIRSEL HOMESTEAD MUSEUM The Hirsel COLDSTREAM 01890 882834 The Museum is situated at the hub of the public access walks and Craft Centre. The displays help visitors to understand how the estate has worked in the past, to see the tools with which it was worked, and to see how it has been adapted to modern methods.

EYEMOUTH MUSEUM Auld Kirk, Manse Road, EYEMOUTH, BERWICKSHIRE, TD14 5JE 018907 51701 www.eyemouthmuseum.co.uk Eyemouth Museum is based in the centre of the town and documents the fishing and social heritage of Eyemouth, brought to life in its exhibits and through stories from local people. Central to the museum is the famous Eyemouth Tapestry that commemorates the Great East Coast Fishing Disaster of 1881, known as Black Friday, 80 What’s On Autumn 2016

HISTORIC SCOTLAND DRYBURGH ABBEY Near St Boswells, TD6 0RQ 01835 822 381 customer@HES.scot

Jedburgh Abbey

when 129 Eyemouth men lost their lives at sea. The tapestry was hand crafted by 24 local women and took 2 years to complete - truly a sight to behold.

As a museum, tourist information centre, exhibition gallery and gift shop, we’re sure you’ll find more than one reason to visit Eyemouth Museum. 3D interactive booth recreating life in Eyemouth’s 16th Century Fort.

Open: Tues – Sat 10am – 4pm, Sun 12noon – 4pm

TRAQUAIR HOUSE INNERLEITHEN 01896 830323 enquiries@traquair.co.uk www.traquair.co.uk Scotland’s oldest inhabited house, visited by 27 Scottish monarchs and spanning over 1000 years of Scottish history. Strong associations with Mary Queen of Scots and the Jacobites. 18th century working brewery, brewery museum and shop, gift shop, craft workshops, maze, children’s adventure playground, extensive woodland walks. 1745 Cottage Restaurant serving lunches and teas. Programme of events throughout the year.

THREE HILLS HERITAGE CENTRE The Ormiston, The Square, MELROSE 01896 822651 www.trimontium.org.uk The most Northern military amphitheatre in the Roman Empire, two miles from Melrose is but the latest discovery displayed in the enjoyable and award-winning Trimontium Museum. The visitor can be guided by commentary to explore amongst other exhibits, artefacts, models, CD Rom of ‘Treasures’, the video room and the huge reconstruction painting of Trimontium in its heyday.

BORDERS FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY 52 Overhaugh Street, GALASHIELS, TD1 1DP 01896 750387 info@bordersfhs.org.uk www.bordersfhs.org.uk Based in Galashiels, the expert and enthusiastic volunteers of the Borders Family History Society will help you find your Borders ancestors using Births, Marriage, Death and Census records and the many other sources of family and local history held in our Archive &

www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/places

Wander among the graceful ruins of this beautiful Borders abbey set beside the River Tweed. It has been ravaged by fire and ware but stone carvings and plasterwork have survived to provide a fascinating glimpse of its once magnificent decoration. Look for the final resting place of Sir Walter Scott.

Open all year. 25 Mar to 30 Sept 9.30am-5.30pm, 1 Oct to 31 Mar 10am-4pm Admission: Adult £5.50 Child £3.30 Conc £4.40

GREENKNOWE TOWER 0.5m W of Gordon www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/places

A handsome tower house on an L plan, built in 1581 and still retaining its iron gate or yet.

HERMITAGE CASTLE 5.5m NE of Newcastleton, TD6 0LU 01387 376222 customer@HES.scot www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/places Soak up the eerie, powerful atmosphere of an imposing stronghold with a notorious reputation. One of the greatest Borders castles, Hermitage dates back to the 1300s. Look for a

garrison’s cesspit and seek shelter under the great arch if it rains.

Open: summer only. 25 Mar to 30 Sept. 9.30am-5.30pm Admission: Adult £4.50 Child £2.70 Conc £3.60

JEDBURGH ABBEY In Jedburgh, TD8 6JQ 01835 863 925 customer@HES.scot www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/places The towering ruins of this vast abbey complex are testament to the power of both royalty and the medieval church. Founded by David I in 1138, the abbey was linked to a nearby royal castle. Alexander III married Yolande de Dreux here.

Open all year. 25 Mar to 30 Sept 9.30am-5.30pm 1 Oct to 31 Mar 10am-4pm Admission: Adult £5.50 Child £3.30 Conc £4.40

LIDDESDALE HERITAGE CENTRE Old Townfoot Kirk South Hermitage Street, Newcastleton, Roxburghshire,TD9 0QG dwina@btinternet.com Visit the museum in the old Townfoot Kirk full of the history of Liddesdale from the Reivers to the Railway, through the weaving to farming and forestry. From school days, war days, fun days, and music & prose days through to family research days.

SMAILHOLM TOWER Near Smailholm Village, TD5 7PG 01573 460 365 customer@HES.scot www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/places

This 20-metre-high stronghold, built

in the 1400s dominates the skyline.

On a clear day you can see as far as Bamburgh Castle in Northumberland.

The author Sir Walter Scott spent much of his childhood on a farm below the tower, where he first heard the stories that made up his Minstrelsy of the Scottish Border, the subject of an exhibition here.

Open summer only. 25 Mar to 30 Sept 9.30am-5.30pm Admission: Adult £4.50 Child £2.70 Con £3.60

KELSO ABBEY In Kelso www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/places

The west end of the great abbey church of the Tironensians, brought to Kelso in 1128 by David I. Even in its fragmentary state, this is a superb piece of architecture.

Open all year. 25 Mar to 30 Sept 9.30am - 5.30pm, 1 Oct to 31 Mar 10am-4pm closed Thur and Fri

MELROSE ABBEY In Melrose, TD6 9LG 01896 822 562 customer@HES.scot www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/places

Trace the lives and beliefs of the medieval monks in one of Scotland’s largest and richest medieval abbeys.

You will find remarkable sculptures of saints, demons and the famous bag-pipe playing pig. The treasures displayed in the museum include medieval spectacles, a scribes inkwell and a carved green man.

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GALLERIES ABBEY CERAMICS

COLDSTREAM GALERY

The Hirsel, COLDSTREAM 01890 883160 info@abbeyceramics.co.uk www.abbeyceramics.co.uk

51 High Street, COLDSTREAM TD12 4DL 01890 882882 info@coldstreamgallery.co.uk www.coldstreamgallery.co.uk

Established in 1986, Abbey Ceramics make a colourful range of domestic pottery and wall-plaques. Also for sale are watercolours and cards by Peter Lochhead. Visit our shop for the unique small gift or wedding present.

Open: 11am to 5pm weekdays and 12.30pm to 4.30pm most weekends.

You’re welcome to visit my little workshop where I dye a range of yarns and fibres with natural indigo, spin colourful yarns and make bespoke lampshades amongst other things.

Run by artists Laura and Rich Johnson Coldstream Gallery offers a showcase for contemporary fine art and craft from artists and

BUY DESIGN GALLERY

ANNE YOUNGER STUDIO makers of the Scottish Borders, Northumberland and beyond.

Welcoming and spacious with a wide variety of work exhibited and a relaxing corner to enjoy coffee and scones.

With a continuous programme of art and photography exhibitions, the Anne Younger Studio focuses on the wealth of visual arts produced locally.

The studio space is also used for arts classes therefore opening hours vary. Please call before making a special trip to see exhibitions.

THE BORDER TART Tart HQ, Chesters, nr HAWICK TD9 8TH 01450 860275 / 07900 522651

Harestanes Centre, by Ancrum, JEDBURGH 01835 830718 info@buydesigngallery.com www.buydesigngallery.com The very best of locally produced designer craft in the Borders.

This award winning gallery and exhibition space is home to some of Scotland’s best known makers and designers. Beautiful work in glass, metal, ceramic, wood, and textiles. Unique painting and sculpture pieces.

Open: Tuesday - Saturday 10am – 4pm

Soft leather, distinctive textile decoration and top quality fittings combine in a superior product.

The ideal gift.

ever-changing exhibitions by local and Scottish artists. Enjoy the exhibitions and the gallery’s excellent café.

Open: by appointment

Open: Daily 9.30am-5pm.

Disabled access and facilities.

DANCING LIGHT GALLERY

Open: Monday-Saturday from 10am-5pm.

THE CRAFT COURTYARD DESIGNERS Crafts Courtyard, Harestanes, Ancrum, JEDBURGH TD8 6UQ

Open: April to December – but please phone to check first

Eastgate Theatre, PEEBLES T: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com

A cooperative of Borders artists and designers selling highquality wares direct to the public at affordable prices. As well as displaying the work of cooperative members, The Crafters host a wide variety of guest exhibitors from the Borders and beyond. Commissions are always welcome

Individual Arts & Crafts Studios & Buy Design Gallery. Set in the beautiful forest clearing at Harestanes. Purchase contemporary handcrafted items by local skilled craftsmen Open: all year incl. bank holidays.

Monday - Sunday 10am – 5pm (some studio times may vary) CUERO HANDBAG DESIGNS

THE CRAFTERS 5 Market Square, MELROSE TD6 9PQ 01896 823823 www.thecrafters.co.uk

Whitmuir, Near WEST LINTON, Edinburgh EH46 7BB 01968 660200 info@dancinglightgallery.co.uk www.dancinglightgallery.co.uk Dancing Light Gallery is a unique and exciting Art Gallery located 14 miles from the heart of Edinburgh.

We concentrate on displaying original art to suit everyone’s taste and pocket. Our wonderful paintings, ceramics, wood work, glass, jewellery and textiles are individually crafted and made by some of the most talented and professional artists to be found both nationally and internationally. Adjoining restaurant, farm shop & plant nursery Open: daily 10 - 5

Cuero Workshop Copland Farm, Ancrum, JEDBURGH TD8 6UG 01835 830742 www.cuero.co.uk

FLAT CAT GALLERY & COFFEE SHOP 2 Market Place, LAUDER 01578 722808 www.flatcatgallery.co.uk The Flat Cat Gallery has exciting,

HAININGSIDE GALLERY FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY

43 West Port, SELKIRK TD7 4DG T: 07523068352 www.hainingsidgallery.com Announcing the opening of Selkirk’s newest photo gallery.

Currently featuring the work of International photographer and owner Michael A. Fitch, the gallery will also be a centre for future exhibitions by photographic artists from around Scotland.

For more information, hours, etc. please call or visit our website. For a private appointment outside business hours, please call.

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Galleries THE HIRSEL HOMESTEAD CENTRE FOR ARTS & CRAFTS

IAIN MCGREGOR OAK GARDEN FURNITURE

The Hirsel, COLDSTREAM 01890 882965 www.hirselcountrypark.co.uk Situated within the Hirsel Estate, on the A697 to the west of Coldstream, The Hirsel Homestead Centre for Arts and Crafts features possibly one of the best collections of Scottish arts and crafts to be found anywhere in the Borders; offering an array of workshops where the visitor can see and/or purchase items being hand-made by skilled craftspeople.

HUNTER ART & TILE STUDIO, TILE SPECIALIST

Open: By appointment only.

Please ring ahead of visit.

JANE HARBOTTLE WILDLIFE ARTIST THE ART STUDIO

Workshop and Showroom GORDON, Berwickshire 01573 410277 mcgregor.iona@btinternet.com Producing hand made traditional garden furniture from locally grown oak. Ideal present for commemorative, weddings, birthdays, retiral, anniversary or just your garden. A range of benches and coffee tables are available for sale. No other sales outlets. Speak to Iain or Iona. Established in 1985.

Open: 10am-5pm, 7 days. Times may vary - telephone first

Craft Courtyard Harestanes, ANCRUM TD8 6UQ 01835 830328 enquiries@hunterartandtilestudio. co.uk www.hunterartandtilestudio.co.uk Douglas and Charlotte Hunter have been creating richly coloured tiles for customers worldwide since 1982. Lots of things to enjoy, well worth visiting !

Open: All year 9am – 5pm daily.

Sunday 1pm-5pm. Please phone ahead if travelling far

JANIS EMBLETON, FLIGHT WEAVING STUDIO

57 Main Street, Lowick, nr BERWICK, Northumberland TD15 2UD 01289 388215 jane@janeharbottleartist.co.uk www.janeharbottleartist.co.uk

Working studio just outside Peebles, making precious jewellery in silver and gold. We also have a wide range of loose gemstones and a full colour catalogue of designs. Made up stock for sale.

Commissions welcome.

Open: any time by arrangement please phone first!

Jane works with fine sable brushes, gouache paints on watercolour board and slowly builds up the many layers of colour and texture that come together to capture the essence of her natural subjects - anything from auriculas to zebras. She lovingly highlights the beauty of nature through her finely detailed and eloquently executed paintings.

2 The Green, Swinton, DUNS, Berwickshire TD11 3JQ 07748245840 info@flight-weaving.co.uk www.flight-weaving.co.uk

JOANNA THOMSON JEWELLERY PO Box 2 PEEBLES EH45 8BW 01721 722936 07773 578341 joannathomsonjewellery@gmail.com www.jewellery-scotland.com

jewellery in Scottish, Celtic and Viking design. Displayed alongside historic Scottish artefacts.

wrapped in oats, barley, bracken and reeds which burn and ‘flash’ extra patterns on the surfaces.

Open: 9am-6pm Wednesday Saturday all year round.

The Pottery is in the large car park behind Kelso Abbey.

JULIA LINSTEAD GLASS

JOHNNIE ARMSTRONG GALLERY

The Hirsel, COLDSTREAM 01890 882555 www.julialinsteadglass.com

Open: Monday to Friday 10.30am-5pm. Weekend times vary. Disabled access.

The Knowes, KELSO TD5 7HB 01573 224027 Ian and Elizabeth Hird established the Pottery in 1970 producing a range of domestic stoneware pottery including mugs, jugs, and piggy banks. Ian designed and had built an outdoor Pit-Kiln to fire low temperature pieces. These are Henderson’s Knowe, Teviothead, HAWICK 01450 850237 www.thecelticgoldsmith.com A family run business specialising in the design, manufacture and direct sale of high quality gold and silver

Open: Tues- Sat 10am- 1pm and 2pm-5pm. Disabled access KINSMAN BLAKE CERAMICS & GALLERY

The gallery exhibits a wide range of Julia’s gorgeous sandblasted crystal bowls. We also stock a colourful selection of handmade perfume bottles, bowls, paperweights, jewellery and window panels and more by some of the best glass artists in the U.K.

THE KELSO POTTERY STUDIO SHOP

Open: By appointment only.

Please ring ahead of visit.

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traditional methods. Commissions welcome. Tuition and demonstrations

Barn House, Smailholm, nr KELSO 01573 460666 www.kinsman-blakeceramics.co.uk At their family gallery est 1979, The Kinsman-Blakes display their range of ceramics, paintings, sculptures, woodwork, screen prints, cards and jewellery.

Visitors welcome all year.

Open: every day 9am-5pm THE LAMANCHA HUB Old School House, Old Moffat Road, Lamancha EH46 7BD 01968 660008 www.lamanchahub.org.uk The Lamancha Hub is a community centre with halls to hire, a café on site and community garden and playground. We also have a fabulous BBQ hut for hire. This is in addition to running a variety of events and activities.

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Galleries LINDEAN MILL GLASS

Lindean Mill, GALASHIELS TD1 3PE 01750 20173 info@lindeanmillglass.co.uk www.lindeanmillglass.co.uk Lindean Mill Glass is the partnership of David Kaplan and Annica Sandström. Established in 1978, they are pioneers of the studio glass movement in Scotland.

The glass studio is internationally renowned for contemporary designed tableware and collections of individual vessels, plates and fused glass panels. The glass studio, shop and gallery are open to the public and signposted on the A7, 2 miles north of Selkirk.

Open: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm and by appointment at weekends.

MOY MACKAY GALLERY

Come visit us in the picturesque town of Peebles or shop our online gallery and be inspired

by Moy Mackay’s renowned felted paintings. In addition to our featured artists you can also view our rolling exhibitions of work by some of Scotland’s finest contemporary artists. Visit our online gallery for information on forthcoming exhibitions.

Open: Monday - Saturday 10am-5pm. Sunday 12pm-4pm OLD MELROSE FURNITURE STUDIO & TEAROOMS

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A magical Scottish contemporary art and craft gallery in the heart of Jedburgh. It is also the home of Beastie Assemblage, Linda Lovatt’s whimsical jewellery and assemblage collection.

Robyn works from the KinsmanBlake Gallery in Smailholm.

Illustrative and sculptural silver jewellery is highlighted with gold, wood, silks and stones. Inspired by a love of stories, her work is full of lively characters from starlings to dazzling circus performers. Robyn enjoys transforming old jewellery into contemporary pieces and new commissions are also welcome.

Open: 9am-5pm Tuesday-Sunday

TWEED ART Ravenswood, MELROSE TD6 9DF 07958 010337 www.oldmelrosefurniturestudio.co.uk Specialising in contemporary bespoke handcrafted furniture, furniture restoration, antiques and collectables. We also stock a wide range of locally made gifts including artwork textiles, glass & jewellery. The Border Reader Bookshop sells a good selection of quality second hand books. After you have browsed the showrooms why not relax in our tearooms.

LOVATT GALLERY 41 High Street, JEDBURGH 01835 862960

1 Biggiesknowe, PEEBLES 01721 720246 www.tweedart.co.uk As well as framing, the gallery has an ever changing display of work by artists from around the Borders and further afield in Scotland.

In addition to selling paintings, prints and photographs the gallery sells a wide range of ceramics, glass, sculpture, jewellery and crafts all handmade by Scottish craftspeople.

Open: all year round Monday - Saturday 9.30am-5pm ROBYN KINSMANBLAKE JEWELLERY AND SILVERSMITHING Kinsman Blake Ceramics & Gallery Barn House, Smailholm, nr KELSO 01573 460666

SUE ELLIOT - CREATIVE SILKS & VELVETS

ROB ELLIOT - FURNITURE Riverside Road, SELKIRK TD7 5DU 01750 722243 rob.elliot@ic24.net www.robelliotfurniture.com Rob Elliot works in local elm, producing functional and artistic furniture sought after by all. It is difficult to stand next to Rob’s warm, inviting furniture and not touch it!

Open: Monday - Friday 8.30am-12 noon & 1pm-4.30pm Saturday 9am-12 noon

Open: Monday - Friday 10am-4.30pm, Sat 10am-2pm TOM DAVIDSON GALLERY High Street, EARLSTON 01896 848898 www.tomdavidson.co.uk

Riverside Road, SELKIRK TD7 5DU 01750 722 243 sueelliotselkirk@yahoo.co.uk www.the crafters.co.uk You are very welcome to visit Sue’s studio/shop where you will see a wide range of sumptuous accessories such as scarves, bags and corsages all designed and made by Sue.

Open: 9.30am-5pm Monday to Friday, 9.30am-4pm Saturday

Open: Monday - Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 11am-5pm 17 Northgate, Peebles EH45 8RX 01721 722116 info@moymackaygallery.com www.moymackaygallery.com

l.lovatt@btopenworld.com www.beastieassemblage.co.uk

Open: Monday - Friday 9am-12 noon and 1pm-5pm, Saturday 9am-12 noon SCOTTISH BORDERS ART GLASS

Since 1984, Tom Davidson has specialised in producing full colour, limited edition, lino-cut prints.

Each design is produced from a single block of linoleum ensuring there can be no reprints. Subject matter is the Border landscape, often featuring trees as the centrepiece. As well as lino-cuts, Tom produces two plate and single plate etching aquatints. Prints may be purchased framed or unframed.

Artists can be viewed at work in the gallery.

Open: All year round.

Monday-Saturday, 10am-5pm Closed Sundays and Wednesday afternoons.

SAMANTHA’S STUDIO

Unit 5, Galalaw, HAWICK TD9 8PZ 01450 371425 Holmesartglass@gmail.com Hand blown art glass, in the form of paperweights, vases, bowls and gifts.

We take custom orders and supply awards for local organisations.

Our workshop is half a mile north of Hawick, just off the A7 at the Homebase roundabout. Visitors welcomed to the showroom and for glass making demonstrations.

1a Harestanes Craft Courtyard, nr. JEDBURGH TD8 6UQ 07809222243 samfennjohnston.com Creative Textile fabric designs for home living, artifacts of decoupage, collage, prints and curios for all the family.

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Galleries TICKETTY BOO

The Hirsel, Centre for Arts & Crafts, COLDSTREAM 01890 882833 07932 064247 angela@tickettyboo.co.uk www.tickettyboo.co.uk Ticketty Boo textile designer and maker of gorgeous unique home accessories. Commissions for personalised and bespoke items welcomed. Also quality upcycled vintage furniture, lamps and lampshades, bookbinding and stockist of Clarke & Clarke and StudioG cottons and oilcloth, haberdashery, Garden Trading and Everlong Chalk Paints.

Open: Friday to Tuesday 11.30am-5.30pm (advisable to call if making a special journey) WASPS

Unit 1, Level Crossing Road, SELKIRK 01450 371663 www.selkirkwasps.com WASPS Studios Selkirk hosts 13 artists working in a variety of media. The gallery space is only open to the public twice a 88 What’s On Autumn 2016

year – for the Spring Exhibition in May, and the Open Studios event in October. To arrange viewings outwith these times contact individual artists via the website.

TOWER HOUSE POTTERY & GALLERY PETER & MARGARET THOMAS

the Scottish Borders foremost art exhibition spaces, open daily ( except closed wednesdays) for month long exhibitions four times a year. See website for details.The gallery also opens by appointment all year round and work can be viewed and purchased online via our website at any time.

Open: daily 10am-4pm ( closed Wednesdays). Open outwith these dates and times by appointment.

REAL WOOD STUDIOS

Tower Road, TWEEDMOUTH Berwick-upon-Tweed TD15 2BD 01289 307314 Margaret@towerhousepottery.com A small working pottery producing thrown earthernware: highly decorated with floral designs and images reflecting our location.

Commissions taken. Studio open throughout the year. Visitors Welcome (phone first if travelling any distance) THE STONE WALLL GALLERY

Cruiksfield, Preston, DUNS Berwickshire TD11 3QB 07872 509838 www.stonewallgallery.co.uk The Stone Wall Gallery is one of

Monteviot Nurseries Nr Ancrum Jedburgh Scottish Borders TD8 6TU 01835 830 767 info@realwoodstudios.com www.realwoodstudios.com Real Wood Studios is a workshop, showroom, sawmill and timber merchant, specialising in the creative use of locally sourced hardwoods.

Highly skilled designer-makers produce a wide range of bespoke free standing furniture, as well as fully fitted kitchens, reception desks and fireplace mantels. Hardwood flooring, larch cladding and kiln dried timber are also processed on site.

Open: Monday-Friday 9am-6pm, Saturday 9am-4pm

THE THREE FISHES GALLERY AND FRAMING

19b Eastgate, PEEBLES EH45 8AD 01721 720860 jim@thethreefishesgallery andframing.co.uk “An Aladdin’s Cave of colour and imagination”. The Three Fishes Gallery and Framing in Peebles brings an eclectic mix of images of exotic and local wildlife, iconic movie images, fine arts, abstracts alongside original watercolours by artist in residence Jim Macdonald. Also unique greetings cards and locally made Jewellery. A warm friendly welcome awaits you to browse or buy, whichever you choose.

Open: Mon - Fri 10am - 5pm, Sat 11am - 4.30pm, Closed Wednesday and Sunday TWEEDSIDE GALLERY

service, I also stock a large variety of quality handmade crafts and gifts, and a full range of landscape photographs by Ian Oliver, from the Borders and elsewhere.

Open: all year (holidays posted on web site): Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 10am - 5pm, and Wednesday & Saturday 10am - 1pm

Dawyck Botanic Garden

Gardens Teviot Water Gardens

WHITE FOX GALLERY Unit 1, The Hirsel Arts & Crafts Centre COLDSTREAM TD12 4LW 07980 402755 info@whitefoxgallery.co.uk www.whitefoxgallery.co.uk

Tweedside Road, Newtown St Boswells TD6 0PG 01835 823473 www.tweedsidegallery.co.uk

A new concept, where Photography meets Painting and Nature meets Home, the gallery specialises in Fine Art photography, unique art painted furniture, paintings and exquisite miniature art jewellery, all produced

by Stephen Whitehorne and his partner, Virginie Renard. The Gallery also operates a rotating calendar of guest artists, ensuring that there is always something new on offer.

As well as a bespoke picture framing

Open: Thurs-Sun, 10am-5:30pm

Teviot Smokery, Kirkbank House, nr KELSO 01835 850253 www.teviotwatergardens. co.uk Displays, water gardens and the river walks in a beautiful situation by the River Teviot.

Plants, fish, pumps etc available for sale. Coffee shop and smokery shop, which sells produce, smoked on the premises.

Dawyck Botanic Garden Dawyck, Stobo PEEBLES 01721 760254 dawyck@rbge.org.uk www.rbge.org.uk A regional garden of the Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh, with a history of tree planting of over 300 years. Spectacular landscaped walks with stunning views of the garden and surrounding Borders What’s On Summer 2016

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landscape. Visitor Centre with studio including garden films and themed exhibitions through the season. Shop with plant sales and gifts. Café serving light lunches and refreshments.

Mertoun Gardens Mertoun, St Boswells, MELROSE 01835 823236 www.mertoungardens.co.uk 26-acre garden in an outstanding setting overlooking the River Tweed. Wide variety of shrubs, plants and trees and walled kitchen garden.

Monteviot House Garden near JEDBURGH 01835 830380 / 830704 enquiries@monteviot.com www.monteviot.com/ garden-intro Series of differing gardens including herb garden, rose garden, water garden linked by 90 What’s On Autumn 2016

bridges, and river garden with herbaceous shrub borders.

Dene garden featuring a series of ponds and bridges and planted with variety of foliage plants.

Victorian walled gardens with herbaceous, erica and alpine gardens, annual borders, theme displays, bedding displays, aviary and greenhouse.

Priorwood Dried Flower Garden

Kailzie Gardens

National Trust for Scotland Priorwood Garden, Abbey Street, MELROSE TD6 9PX 01896 822493 www.nts.org.uk The garden is renowned for its unusual variety and quality of dried flowers, which are grown and preserved on the property.

In addition to the garden there is an established apple orchard with many varieties of fruit trees, a picnic area, woodland and a National Trust For Scotland Gift Shop.

Wilton Lodge Park Walled Garden Wilton Lodge Park, HAWICK 01450 378023

Kailzie PEEBLES 01721 720007 info@kailziegardens.com www.kailziegardens.com A large domestic garden on the grand scale, Kailzie Gardens lie within a traditional estate occupying a beautiful position on the River Tweed.

Kailzie’s delightful grounds offer seasonal displays of massed bulbs, wild garden feature woodland, burnside walks, stunning walled garden, long herbaceous borders, Victorian greenhouses, stocked fly fishing pond, a bait pond, putting green, tearoom and licensed restaurant.

Our aims are to reinvigorate the youth music scene throughout the borders and provide more opportunities for anyone with an interest in music in any form.

Check us out at

www.soundcycle.org Sign up to hear news of events, workshops and opportunities for young musicians across the Borders.

We also offer a directory of services, recording studios, piping groups, brass bands choirs, theatre groups, youth hubs, music schools, courses, and training opportunities for young musicians.

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