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October 2024 Calendar of Events for SW Scotland
Activities in & around Dalbeattie, Colvend, Dumfries
October in Barend and surrounding areas.
Enjoy Autumn time at Barend. There are lots of activities for all the family to enjoy locally.
Fancy a wood-fired pizza?
The highly popular Pizza Wagon visits Dalbeattie every Thursday and Colvend every Friday. So if you don't want to cook at home, check the Pizza Wagon's Facebook page here for up-to-date information and put your order in two days ahead.
Dalbeattie Woods
Find all the information you need about walks and activities in Dalbeattie Woods and nearby venues on Scotland's Forestry and Land website. Parking requires the Ringo app for its £1 fee. If you're a pole walker, there's a pole walk round the woods every Wednesday at 6pm. Call 07773 670552 for more information.
The Birchvale Theatre, Dalbeattie
The Birchvale is a small community theatre with a varied programme of drama, film and entertainment. So, if a night out at the theatre or cinema tickles your fancy, you can find more information here.
Dalbeattie Makers Market
Takes place between 10am and 2pm on the first Saturday of every month. More information here.
Colvend Produce & Makers market on the fourth Saturday of every month.
Colvend Produce and Makers Market
Held on the fourth Saturday of every month, this market is held between 10am and 2pm. Check it out on Facebook.
The Robert Burns Cinema Film Theatre Dumfries
This unique small cinema in Dumfries offers an eclectic choice of films and link-ups to Royal Ballet and Royal Opera House events, amongst others. See what's on here.
Music events at The Cairndale Hotel in Dumfries
Tribute bands throughout the month at Dumfries' top hotel which has a varied programme of musical events this December and every month. An up-to-date timetable can be viewed here. www.cairndalehotel.co.uk
Escape Room at Bainloch Deer Park www.bainlochdeerpark.co.uk
The escape room is an ideal indoor activity to do as a couple, a groups of friends or family team (up to 6 players)
There is some more information on the website. To book in call 07900 278559 or 07768 900641
Alpaca Trekking & Valais Sheep Trekking - Drumburn Farm, Colvend, DG5 4PY
Open April-October. Bookings only. 10-11.30am & 12-1.30pm
twead@hotmail.co.uk https://www.drumburnvalais.co.uk/
October 1st – October 6th @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Shambellie House, New Abbey, Dumfries
Join us for Shambellie House’s Annual Quilt Festival – hosted by the Quilters of Shambellie.
This year’s exhibition competition theme is Flora & Fauna. Make a quilted wallhanging 24” tall x 18” wide using any technique celebrating the theme Flora and/or Fauna. These will be displayed on a white background so consideration should be given to the binding/ edge of the finished wallhanging.
Please contact our vice chair and Quilter of Shambellie Ann Hill at annhillquilter@btinternet.com for more information, or fill out a submission form for this exhibition here: Quilt Festival Submission’s Form
Bookings are welcome however you can drop in and pay on the door. Ticket price includes entry to the exhibition plus tea/coffee and cake.
October 5th @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Dalbeattie & Kirkgunzeon Parish Church Hall, Craignair Road, Dalbeattie
Local Makers Market in Dalbeattie parish Church hall 1st Saturday of the month. We also have a local charity doing a coffee morning. Free
October 6th @ 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
Dumfries Farmers Market, Dumfries Railway Station, Lovers Walk, Dumfries
The Market is held the first Sunday of every month from 10.30am to 2.30pm under the Victorian Pavilion on the platform at Dumfries Railway Station. Free
October 11th @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Halloween & Pumpkin Patch at Drumlanrig Castle
Drumlanrig Castle & Country Estate Thornhill.
It’s back! After last year’s sell-out event, more spine-chilling, family fun returns to Drumlanrig this autumn. 🎃Pick your perfect pumpkin from the patch, with the stunning backdrop of the Castle behind you. 🕷A spooky trail through the Gardens featuring mini games and challenges. 🎨Arts & Craft station, including materials to decorate your pumpkin. 🍫Tasty snack
October 12th
Lockerbie Town Hall, High Street, Lockerbie, Dumfries and Galloway
A Brand New Whisky Festival For The Borderlands! The Borderlands Whisky Festival takes place on Saturday, 12th October with two sessions as well as masterclasses scheduled throughout the day!
£35.00
October 12th @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
RSPB Mersehead, Southwick.
Strange sounds and creepy features, explore the trail for spooky creatures! Follow our Halloween trail to create your own spell, discover some mystique and magic about nature and who knows what you will experience? Mmwhaaaahhh! With a focus on some of the mystery and magic of our special Barnacle Geese and their cousins. £3
October 12th @ 6:00 pm
RSPB Mersehead, Southwick.
Feast your eyes on badgers, as they snuffle around for a snack in our garden. These creatures are living on the reserve and often leave tracks and signs.
£6.00 – £13.50
October 12th & 19th @ 6:00 pm
Dumfries Museum Rotchell Road, Dumfries.
Come and join Dumfries Museum and members of Dumfries Astronomy Society on Saturday 12th & Saturday 19th October, 6-9pm, to learn what we can see with the naked eye & binoculars. Free
October 18th & 26th @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Mostly Ghostly Dinner & Tour or Just Walk Tour
Cairndale Hotel, English Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Join the intrepid guides of Mostly Ghostly for a spooky adventure through ancient Dumfries! Explore locations steeped in the lore of Scotland’s National Bard, Robert Burns, where ghostly cries and nocturnal owls fill the air. Uncover the histories and mysteries entwined with our town’s most iconic landmarks on this ghostly gallivant. £15
October 20th @ 5:30 pm
Goose Roost on Sandflats at Mersehead
RSPB Mersehead, Southwick.
BOOKING ESSENTIAL Part of the #WildGooseFestival2024. Some of the greatest spectacles of nature take place at dusk. Join our guide to enjoy Svalbard barnacle geese descending on the sandflats.
£3.50 – £7.00
October 24th @ 11:00 am
Autumn Discovery Walk at Mersehead
RSPB Mersehead, Southwick.
Part of the #WildGooseFestival2024! Discover some of the amazing wildlife looked after on this farm. As the season changes, so too do the habitats and special creatures found here.
£3.50 – £7.00
October 24th @ 6:30 pm
Children’s Halloween Party 2024
The Devil's Porridge Museum, Foulsyke, Eastriggs.
Children’s Halloween Party 2024 Thursday 24th October 2024 6.30pm to 8pm 6 to 12 year olds Join us for our spook-tacular Children’s Halloween Party 2024 at The Devil’s Porridge Museum!
October 26th @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Colvend Produce & Makers Market
Colvend Public, Colvend, Nr Dalbeattie
Small inside market in the heart of the Colvend coast, showcasing local businesses., craft and produce. Runs from March to November
October 26th @ 10:00 am
Castle Douglas Parish Church Hall, Queen Street, Castle Douglas.
I know October is a few months off but thought we would let you know the details of our Craft Day - this will be hosted by Stewartry SWI.
£25
October 27th @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Kirkcudbright Farmers Market
Kirkcudbright Town Centre Harbour Square/Soaperie Gardens, Kirkcudbright.
One of the busiest and most popular markets in the region, Kirkcudbright Farmers Market has a wide range of fantastic foods, drinks, crafts and much more from local producers. Free
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