What’s On in Highland Perthshire March 2014 www.HighlandPerthsire.com
March 2014 www.explorescotland.net www.pitlochry-scotland.co.uk www.highlandperthshire.com www.hpwhatson.net www.cyclehighlandperthshire.com e.mail James@explorescotland.net or Tel: 01796 473335
If you have an Event you would like to advertise FREE OF CHARGE e.mail eileen@explorescotland.net with Date/Time/ Event/Venue/Price NB We try to make sure all the information we post is accurate, but please check directly with the venue concered before committing yourself.
CONTINUOUS EVENTS
closing time.
Cinema, Live Event/Broadcasts The Birks Cinema PO Box 7517 Aberfeldy PH15 2WH see website for details & listings book online or Tel 0871 902 5754 www.birkscinema.co.uk
Daily 10am - 4.30pm Beatrix Potter Interactive Exibition and Garden Birnam Arts & Conference Centre Station Road Birnam Dunkeld PH8 0DS Suitable for adults and children alike housing a history section and a Victorian play area. £3 per person Tel: box office 01350 727674 admin@birnaminstitute.com www.birnamarts.com
Pitlochry Festival Theatre Port Na Craig, Pitlochry, PH16 5DR Tel: Box Office: 01796 484 626 www.PitlochryFestivalTheatre.com Blair Castle Winter Opening Times Blair Castle Blair Atholl PH18 5TL Castle Closed until 1st April Access to grounds/gardens free in winter. Tel: 01796 481207 www.blair-castle.co.uk Winter Opening Jan - 31st March Blair Athol Distillery Perth Road Pitlochry PH16 5LY Opening Hours 6th January - 31st March Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm (Closed Sunday) Tel: 01796 482003 e.mail blair.athol.distillery@diageo.com www.discovering-distilleries.com/ blairathol Edradour Distillery 2013 Season Finished on 19th October. 2014 Season Opens 17th April to 18th October Mon - Sat 10am - 5pm Closed Sundays last tour always starts 1hr before stated
Daily 12.30 hrs Red Deer Encounter Highland Safaris, Dull, By Aberfeldy, Perthshire, PH15 2JQ Come face to face with Britain’s largest land mammal – the majestic Red Deer on our Red Deer Encounter, Armed with a handful of deer feed, help hand feed our friendly Red Deer with a knowledgeable Safari Ranger. Duration: 20 mins. Cost £5.00/person Tel: 01887 820071 www.highlandsafaris.net Tread Lightly in the Park March 2014
Cairngorms National Park Ranger Services Countryside Events Every Friday in March
10am-11.30am
HEALTH WALK A short, sociable walk for all abilities, to help you recover or maintain well-being. Booking: Not required Contact: 01339 886072 or email ranger@glentanar.co.uk for more details Meet: Glen Tanar Visitor Centre Car Park Cost: FREE L4 Glen Tanar Charitable Trust Ranger Service
March 15th
10am-4pm
HANDS ON CONSERVATION A day of ‘putting something back’ for nature. In partnership with N.E. group of John Muir Trust. All welcome, adults or accompanied children. Booking: Essential Contact: 01339 886072 or email ranger@glentanar.co.uk for more details Meet: Glen Tanar Visitor Centre, Glen Tanar Cost: FREE L4 Glen Tanar Charitable Trust Ranger Service
When you are enjoying the outdoors the key things to remember are: • Take responsibility for your own actions • Respect the interests of other people • Care for the environment Contact the Cairngorms National Park Authority www.cairngorms.co.uk for more information
March Events in the Cairngorm National Park. http://cairngorms. co.uk/resource/docs/ publications/17022014/ CNPA.Paper.1934. Countryside%20 Events%20March%20 2014.pdf
Rangers welcome visitors to the countryside and help people discover and appreciate what’s around them. Rangers run a variety of countryside events that encourage people to learn about the National Park. This month’s events are listed below – for further information ask at your accommodation, local Visitor Information Centre or Ranger base.
March 15th
11am-2pm
March 19th
10am-2pm
WALK AND TALK Join the Ranger for a general walk in Upper Glen Clova to discuss the management and natural history of the area. Stout shoes, warm clothing, packed lunch required. Please bring binoculars if you have them Booking: Essential Contact: 01575550233 or email GlenDollRanger@angus.gov.uk Meet: Glen Doll Ranger Base Cost: Free J2 Angus Glens Ranger Service EXPLORE INVERESHIE NATURE NATURAL RESERVE Break into Spring with a walk through the majestic landscape of this hidden gem.We will explore the cultural and natural heritage and maybe hear a story or two. Grade: C Contact: 01479 873706 or email duncan.macdonald@highland.gov.uk Meet: Invereshie NNR car park, off the Auchlean road south of Feshie Bridge. Grid ref: NH 852013 Cost: Adult £5, Conc £3, Family £12 F7 Highland Council Ranger Service
March 25th
10am-3pm
AROUND THE WILDCAT TRAIL The Wildcat Trail circumnavigates the town of Newtonmore.We will use this to discover the wealth of habitats, wildlife and history right on the doorstep. Grade: B Contact: 01479 873706 or email duncan.macdonald@highland.gov.uk Meet: The Village Hall, Main Street Newtonmore. Grid ref: NN 715991 Cost: Adult £5, Conc £3 F7 Highland Council Ranger Service
March 29th 7.30pm-10pm GHOST WALK Celebrate this year’s Earth hour by exploring the Viewpoint Walk with your head torch. We’ll be listening for sounds of the night and checking for stars and planets along the way! Hot chocolate and cakes await us at the top. Good dogs very welcome. Suitable for families but not pushchairs as some steep steps. Grade: B Contact: 01479 873914 or email saranne.bish@highland.gov.uk Meet: Grantown Caravan Park car park. Grid ref: NH 027283 Cost: Adult £5, Conc £3, Family £12 F7 Highland Council Ranger Service
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