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Friday 23 August – Sunday 1 September for more information
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Music
Film
Talks
Friday 23 August 6 – 9pm
Open Galleries Evening
The now traditional Galleries Evening opens this year’s festival. Galleries, studios, workshops and all sorts of other venues (including shops) throwing their doors open for an evening to showcase the extraordinary wealth of visual arts and crafts created in and around Peebles. From commercial galleries to a fish shop, from a former police cell to a museum, you can expect to find work to suit every taste and budget…plus some special treats. This year there is also the Creative Peebles Festival Passport. Pick up your passport at the first gallery you visit then get it stamped in any 8 of the 14 venues on the trail to be entered into a prize draw for £200 to spend on work by Creative Peebles Festival artists. All the venues are marked on the map on the centre pages, the page at the back of the map has a more detailed listing of each. FREE Most of the galleries and shops are open during the day throughout the festival. Some may only be open at the weekend. Please check the venue listing for opening hours. 7.30pm
Horse McDonald – Flying Solo Summer
An opportunity to hear one of Scotland’s finest singers in an intimate and definitely personal performance in the vaulted Laigh Hall of the 14th century Neidpath Castle. Horse McDonald is the kind of singer who can touch the coldest heart with one note - her songs are both devastating and uplifting and her voice is stunning. Her solo performances don’t only showcase her vocal range and the unique texture and tone of her voice, they are also opportunities for her to sing songs that are not usually in the band set. Laigh Hall, Neidpath Castle, EH45 9JL
Tickets for all events from Eastgate Theatre Box Office 01721 725777
Saturday 24 August 11am
Street Sketchers
Expect artists to pop up all over town capturing some favourite and many unusual impressions of Peebles. They will be painting, drawing, creating collage and working with found objects. There will be opportunities to join in and, maybe, pick up a few pointers. All around the town 11am – 1pm & 2 – 4pm
Spy Game - The 39 Steps
The British Admiralty Needs You! It is 1914 on the eve of the Great War, Britain is threatened not only from without but also from within. There are whispers in the diplomatic circles of a ring of spies, the Black Stone Spy Ring. Do you have what it takes to emulate Richard Hannay, track them down, evade capture and crack the clues hidden in the note book of Franklin P. Scudder? all whilst sauntering around Peebles. In this spy game, for groups of up to 5, each player takes a turn to play the agent on the run. The agent’s goal is to evade pursuers and track down clues for the team at locations around the town. Each player will also take a turn as a member of the Black Stone Spy Ring tailing other agents and trying to catch them in the act of gathering clues. Each round takes 1 - 2 hours. The stakes are quite simply the safety of the British Navy’s deployment! Eastgate Theatre Café Age 12+ £5 or £20 for teams of up to 5 11am
Ghosts, Ghouls … and Rats – Tales from the Castle Crypt
Fascinated by dungeons? Love tales of ghosts and ghouls? Always wanted to see a dessicated rat? Then come and learn all about the horrible history of Neidpath Castle – a 600-year-old tower house built overlooking the Tweed on the edge of Peebles. Neidpath Castle, EH45 9JL Age: 8+ £8, £6 (U15)
Saturday 24 August 2pm
Meet the Artist: Allan Renshaw Return To Origins
Against the backdrop of his powerful oil paintings exploring earth and origins, Allan presents an informal discussion, incorporating a Q & A, when he will talk about the ecological themes behind his work and his current psycho-archaeological explorations. This artist talk complements Allan’s exhibition at the Gallery in the Chambers Institution. Return to Origins runs from Saturday 17 August to Saturday 12 October. Tweeddale Gallery, Chambers Institution, High Street, Peebles 2pm
Blast in The Park
Calling all super heroes – yes, you! Evil Edd the Rebellious Robot wants to steal Peebles Play Park. Put on your cape and join us to discover your secret power. Get ready to dash, dance, play and sing - super heroes of Peebles to the rescue! Kingsmeadows Adventure Play Park, Peebles FREE
3 – 5pm
Three Poets present
Nothing Less Than Air Philip Hutton (aka painter) Loretta Whitcombe (aka designer) and Tony Lawrence (aka cell biologist) present this poets’ variety show which carries on from where last year’s left off. As practised communicators they read their own poems and each other’s, to powerful effect. Humour, originality, understatement and high rhetoric abounding. Anne Younger Studio Eastgate Theatre £8
Tickets for all events from Eastgate Theatre Box Office 01721 725777
Sunday 25 August 2pm
John Buchan Story Museum presents
Roam with Readings – A Guided Walk A guided walk around the heart of Peebles, offering insights into John Buchan and his life with an emphasis on connections with the town. The local landscape, buildings and people are all explored on this one hour walk that incorporates stops to read extracts from John Buchan’s fiction and non-fiction writings. Enjoy the opportunity to explore the Buchan Museum before, or after, the event. The Buchan Museum, Chambers Institution, High Street, Peebles £8 2.15pm Dip into Dawyck Just eight miles from Peebles, the 65-acre Dawyck Botanic Garden is home to one of Scotland’s finest tree collections and an abundance of plant treasures from Nepal, Chile, China and more. It’s a collection not only for conservation and study but also a place of beauty to be enjoyed. Enjoy a guided walk around this world-class arboretum in the company of one of Dawyck’s knowledgeable volunteer garden guides. Walks last just over an hour. Dawyck Botanic Garden Visitor Centre Walks free but normal garden admission applies Book direct through Dawyck, t. 01721 760254 3 – 5pm The Eastgate Sessions Join this open acoustic music session to play or listen, sharing a variety of music from folk to blues, bluegrass to instrumental. Enjoy a coffee and cake or something a bit stronger with free music in the relaxed Eastgate foyer/studio. Eastgate Cafe/foyer FREE 7.30pm Take to the Floor Take to the Floor sashays back into the Ballroom of the Peebles Hydro Hotel. The audience is in for a treat, as members enjoy a fantastic evening of entertainment that showcases original choreography performed by professional and local community dance groups, as well as live music. At the heart of the evening is the strictly style dance competition with couples performing an original routine that is critiqued and given a score by a judging panel. As well as enjoying the glittering routines, audience members have the power to vote to decide who wins this year’s coveted Take to the Floor Trophy. The Ballroom, Peebles Hydro Hotel £15
Monday 26 August 11am – 1pm
Hands on Herbs
Come along and get excited by herbs. This workshop shows you how to grow and use herbs to improve your health and wellbeing, for next to nothing…just like your granny used to do. The herbs you'll meet are Lavender, Rosemary, Lemon Balm and Calendula. Learn how to grow and propagate them from cuttings, seeds and division. Take them home to grow on. Learn how to use fresh and dried herbs to make your own simple teas, oils and ointments then take them home to try out. Once you know these techniques, you can use them with many different herbs. Anne Younger Studio Eastgate Theatre £12 2 – 4pm
Life, Love and Loss – Tales from Neidpath Castle
Owned down the ages by three powerful Scottish families – Fraser, Hay and Douglas – Neidpath Castle provides a fascinating look at life inside a 14th Century Scottish tower house. Come and join the current owners for a rich and varied tour of this famous Peebles landmark. The views from the rooftops are worth the visit alone. Neidpath Castle, EH45 9JL £8 3pm
The Memory Jar – Instalment One
A selection of theatre scenes, tales and poems compiled by Clare Prenton and performed by professional actors (script in hand). Each part - poignant, scary, charming, funny, and surprising - has been inspired by conversations with Peebles residents aged between 55 - 99. Anne Younger Studio Eastgate Theatre £5 (inc tea and a biscuit or two)
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Open Galleries Evening Friday 23 August 6 – 9pm
Creative Peebles Festival Friday 23 August – Sunday 1 Sept
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Anne Younger Studio, Eastgate Theatre
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Tweeddale Museum & Gallery
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Lynn Tindale
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Woodworks
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Gustaf’s Studio and Gallery
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Brevity
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The Tontine Hotel
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Old Police Cells, Port Brae
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Tweed Art
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Eastgate Studio Eastgate Theatre Eastgate, Peebles EH45 8AD Selection of Artists from this year’s Open Galleries Open Monday – Saturday 10am – 6pm Sundays 1 – 6pm Access to the studio is limited when it is in use for classes. Please telephone for more information. Tel: 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com Tweeddale Museum & Gallery Chambers Institution, High Street Peebles EH45 8AG Artists: Alan Renshaw, Rosemary Campbell and Alison Campbell Open Monday – Friday 10:30am – 12:30pm and 1 – 4pm Saturdays 9.30am – 12.30pm Extended opening: Friday 23 August 6 – 9pm Sat 24 and Sun 25 August 1 – 4pm Sat 31 August and Sun 1 September 1 – 4pm Tel: 01721 724820 www.liveborders.org.uk Lynn Tindale Jewellery Newby Court, School Brae, Peebles EH45 8AL Open Monday – Saturday 10am – 5pm Wednesday half day Tel: 01721 720112 www.lynntindale.com Woodworks Newby Court, School Brae, Peebles EH45 8AL Various Artists from Creative Space Open Monday 11am – 3pm Tuesday – Saturday 10am – 4:30pm Tel: 01721 724442
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Ross Dougal Fish Merchants 32 High St, Peebles EH45 8SF Artist: Lesley Johnson Open Tuesday – Friday 9am – 5pm, Saturday 9am – 4pm Tel 01721 720899 @thepeeblesfishshop
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Gustaf’s Studio & Gallery 34 High Street, Peebles EH45 8SF Artists: Carole Ann Long, Patrick Hoye and Jack Conkie Open Monday – Saturday 10:30am – 5pm www.gustafsgallery.co.uk
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Breeze Art Gallery 88 High Street, Peebles EH45 8SW Various Artists Open Monday – Saturday 10am – 5:30pm Sunday 12noon – 5pm Tel: 01721 721684 www.breeze-gallery.co.uk
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Tweed Art 1 Biggiesknowe, Peebles EH45 8HS Various Artists Open Monday to Saturday 9.30am – 5pm Tel 01721 720246 www.tweedart.co.uk
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Brevity 50 High St, Peebles EH45 8SW Artist: Lorraine Mahon Open Monday – Saturday 10am – 5pm Sunday 12noon – 4pm Tel: 01721 724323 www.brevitypeebles.co.uk
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Moy Mackay Gallery 17 Northgate, Peebles EH45 8RX Work by Moy Mackay and other artists Open Monday – Saturday 10am – 5pm Sunday 12noon – 4pm Tel: 01721 722116 www.moymackaygallery.com
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The Tontine Hotel Lounge and Bistro High Street, Peebles EH45 8AJ Various Artists including Moy Mackay Open daily 7am – 11pm Tel: 01721 720892 www.tontinehotel.com Not part of Open Galleries
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Northgate Interiors Upholstery and vintage pieces 40 Northgate Peebles EH45 8BZ Various Artists Open Monday – Saturday 10am – 4pm 01721 721795 E: northgateinteriors@gmail.com
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Old Police Cells Old Police Station, Port Brae Peebles EH45 8AW Artists: Hilary Forbes, Irene Campbell, Deborah Campbell, Douglas Roberts Open Friday 23 August 6 – 9pm Sat 24 & Sun 25 Aug 10am – 5pm www.deborahcampbell.com
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Carol’s Creations 42a Northgate Peebles EH45 8BZ Various Artists Open Monday – Saturday 11am – 4pm 01721 721540 E: carolhol@live.co.uk
Tickets for all events from Eastgate Theatre Box Office 01721 725777
Tuesday 27 August 3pm The Memory Jar – Instalment Two A selection of theatre scenes, tales and poems compiled by Clare Prenton and performed by professional actors (script in hand). Each part - poignant, scary charming, funny, and surprising - has been inspired by conversations with Peebles residents aged between 55 - 99. Anne Younger Studio Eastgate Theatre £5 (inc tea and a biscuit or two) 7.30pm
Tweeddale Society presents
The Painters in My Garden The Festival Lecture by Nigel Osborne MBE BA BMus (Oxon) DLitt FRCM FEIS FRSE Many years after the Glasgow boys had painted in Cockburnspath, the internationally acclaimed musician, composer and aid worker Nigel Osborne took inspiration from their story to create two pieces of music: The Painters in my Garden and The Painters in my Garden 2. Their paintings, he says, remind us of many other stories about the village, ranging from Hutton’s geological discoveries on the sea cliffs nearby, to the bell which a local family who made Beethoven’s favourite piano placed in the tower of Cockburnspath church. This fascinating talk is a meander among the paintings and their stories, with a little music. Nigel Osborne has received wide international recognition as a composer and for his humanitarian work, pioneering methods of using music to support children who are victims of conflict. He is Emeritus Professor University of Edinburgh; Consultant, Peking University; and Field Officer, SAWA for Development and Aid, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon. McFarlane Hall (behind Peebles Old Parish Church, High Street) £10
Wednesday 28 August 3pm The Memory Jar – Instalment Three A selection of theatre scenes, tales and poems compiled by Clare Prenton and performed by professional actors (script in hand). Each part - poignant, scary, charming, funny, and surprising - has been inspired by conversations with Peebles residents aged between 55 - 99. Anne Younger Studio Eastgate Theatre £5 (inc tea and a biscuit or two)
Thursday 29 August 7pm
John Buchan Story Museum presents
Anna Buchan and O Douglas - A Life in Peebles This fascinating insight into the life and times of Anna Buchan is delivered as an illustrated talk by her great niece (and granddaughter of John Buchan) Deborah Stewartby and is laced with interesting family reminiscences. Anna, the younger sister of the renowned statesman and author John Buchan, was also an author who chose to write under the penname O Douglas. Her books ran from Olivia in India (1913) through a dozen novels, and culminated in her autobiography. Unforgotten was published posthumously in 1945. Buchan Museum, Chambers Institution, High Street, Peebles £8 The ticket price includes refreshments and an opportunity to explore the Museum.
Friday 30 August 2 – 4pm
Trails, Tales and Ales
Join Catherine Maxwell Stuart, Laird of Traquair, for a gentle woodland walk (3km) along the brand-new footpath that explores previously unseen parts of Traquair Estate. The walk ends with a fascinating tour of the famous Traquair House Brewery, housed in the wing of the main house directly beneath the chapel. Dating back to the early 1700s, it was originally a domestic brewery serving the house and the estate. Meet Traquair Arms Hotel car park, Innerleithen, EH44 6PD £8
Saturday 31 August 10am – 4pm
Forest Reflections - textile art workshop
Leading textile artist Alison King explores the reflections of trees in water using a simple printing technique. Participants will then be able to develop these images further in an abstract or figurative way using a variety of techniques including stitch. St Andrew’s Leckie Church Hall, Eastgate, Peebles EH45 8AD £65 (including materials) This workshop complements the exhibition of work by Alison King and Rosemary Campbell at the Chambers Institution. Intertwined: And All Around The Forest Grew runs from Sat 20 July - Sat 28 September. Tickets for all events from Eastgate Theatre Box Office 01721 725777
Saturday 31 August 11am – 12:30pm A Little Party Never Killed Nobody Rhiana Laws-Hall leads a dance workshop inspired by the iconic film The Great Gatsby that draws upon the film’s soundtrack, stylistic choreography, high energy and drama. Expect your temperature to rise as you explore some of the film’s themes and, most importantly, have fun. After all, as they say in the film….a little party never killed nobody! Anne Younger Studio Eastgate Theatre Age: 15+ £8 2 – 4pm Annual Busking Competition Can you play a few tunes or sing a few songs? Then help fill Peebles with music and raise money for your favourite charity by busking on the High Street. Register your entry at the Tontine Hotel Courtyard, High Street, Peebles from 1.30pm, choose your pitch then play your heart out. Return to the Tontine at 4pm when the Callants will present prizes and the prestigious Dennis Todd Memorial Shield. High Street, Peebles FREE
Sunday 1 September 11am – 1pm Cademuir Hill: A Walk Through Time Join Strat Halliday and Trevor Cowie of the Peeblesshire Archaeological Society on a guided walk (7.5km) exploring the rich archaeological landscape of Cademuir Hill: an opportunity to see as well as to look! Meet at the access gate at top of Edderston Road, EH45 9JD (limited parking) £8 11am – 12.15pm The Greatest Show Rhiana Laws-Hall leads a dance workshop for children based on The Greatest Showman! Learn choreography and sequences inspired by the colourful characters and the fantastic film soundtrack. Come and dance in Eastgate’s theatre under the stage lights and immerse yourself in a world where you can come alive and dream with your eyes wide open! Invite your family and friends to see you dance at the end of the workshop! Please wear loose clothes, soft shoes/bare feet and bring a drink. Age: 8-12 Anne Younger Studio Eastgate Theatre £5
Sunday 1 September 1pm Come and Sing! Mozart Requiem Sing Mozart’s Requiem with Peebles Orchestra. Whether you are a complete beginner, confident singer or somewhere in between, you will become part of a large chorus performing one of the most extraordinary and moving masterpieces of classical music. Rehearse during the day with a professional conductor and soloists, then perform in the evening. Peebles Orchestra are delighted to offer this opportunity to all, thanks to funding received from the National Lottery. Burgh Hall, Peebles, EH45 8AG Rehearsals from 1pm Concert 7pm Singers: £10 (concessions £6) Optional score hire: £2 Optional buffet meal £3 (concessions £2) Audience only ticket: £6 (concessions £4) 1.30 – 3pm The Greatest Show Rhiana Laws-Hall leads a dance workshop for teens and adults based on The Greatest Showman! Please wear loose clothes, soft shoes/bare feet, and bring a drink. Age: 13 - Adults Anne Younger Studio Eastgate Theatre £8 2.15pm
Dip into Dawyck
Just eight miles from Peebles, the 65-acre Dawyck Botanic Garden is home to one of Scotland’s finest tree collections and an abundance of plant treasures from Nepal, Chile, China and more. It’s a collection not only for conservation and study but also a place of beauty to be enjoyed. Enjoy a guided walk around this world-class arboretum in the company of one of Dawyck’s knowledgeable volunteer garden guides. Walks last just over an hour. Meet Dawyck Botanic Garden Visitor Centre Walks FREE but normal garden admission applies Book direct through Dawyck, t. 01721 760254 Tickets for all events from Eastgate Theatre Box Office 01721 725777
3 – 5pm
Nomad Beat presents
T in the Café The Eastgate Café will be filled with live music between 2 and 5pm, performed by groups of musicians from Nomad Beat Community Music School. Expect Bluegrass and Celtic Beat from the adult musicians, Banter Beat from the youngsters and, of course, a thunder of Demon Drummers performing outside (if the weather is fine). Then there are the beautiful solos… Anne Younger Studio and Eastgate Café Eastgate Theatre Pay what you can 7pm
Peebles Orchestra presents
Come and Sing! Mozart Requiem A concert performance of Mozart’s masterpiece by Peebles Orchestra and today’s scratch choir. Burgh Hall, Peebles, EH45 8AG £6, £4
Other Events in and Around the Town Saturday 24 & Sunday 25 August Beyond Borders International Festival Traquair House, Traquair, Innerleithen EH44 6PW www.beyondbordersscotland.com Saturday 24 August 2 – 5 pm Peebles Horticultural Society Grand Exhibition and Competition Community Centre, Peebles (Drill Hall) Sunday 1 September Tour o the Borders Tourotheborders.com Saturday 7 September Peebles Highland Games Haylodge Park, Peebles www.facebook.com/peebleshighlandgames
Special thanks to Isobel Finnie for giving permission to use one of her intricate images of Peebles.
for more information
Tel 01721 725777 www.eastgatearts.com/festivals