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at Barend in Dumfries and Galloway
September 2024 Calendar of Events for SW Scotland
Activities in & around Dalbeattie, Colvend, Dumfries
September 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/
September 1st @ 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
September 1st @ 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
Scottish Artists and Craft Makers
Harbour Cottage Gallery, Kirkcudbright Castle Bank, Kirkcudbright
An exhibition of work by a variety of artists and makers Shilling Rustic, Cornerways Art, Soarhill Creations, Solway Silver, A View to Paint, BW Cutlery Creations and Allan Wright Photography. Free
September 2nd @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am
Dumfries Museum, The Observatory, Rotchell Road, Dumfries
Dumfries Museum will be offering free guided tours daily at 11am except Sundays. Come along to enjoy a look around the museum with a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide. The tours will be offered throughout the summer season and will be a great new way to find out about the history of Dumfries and Galloway. Free
September 5th – 8th 7pm-10pm
The Kirkcudbright Fringe is back for its second year, promising a weekend filled with entertainment, culture, theatre, art and fun for all.
In its second year: it has already expanded from three to four days; from Thursday 5 to Sunday 8 September, the town will come alive with over 50 acts performing in 19 venues across the town.
September 7th @ 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
September 7th @ 12:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) Dumfries and Stewartry Minibus pub tour to Moniaive and Thornhill. Pleuchies Howff - Dumfries Farmers - Thornhill George - Moniaive Craigdarroch - Moniaive
September 7th @ 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Galloway Forest Dark Skies Tour
Glentrool Hive, Glentrool, Newton Stewart
As part of the Glentrool Forest Festival with Elizabeth Tindal, Biosphere Certified Dark Sky Ranger. We can start looking for stars in the only village in the Dark Sky park. £10
September 7th - September 8th
Glentrool Bike Fest 2024 & Glentrool forest festival
Glentrool Hive, Glentrool, Newton Stewart
A Weekend Long Cycling Event Exploring The Glentrool 7stanes. Celebrating The Fantastic Small Biking Businesses in Our Region.
Join us over the two-day event and support the local biking businesses in our area. Bike hire, repair and servicing, agility course, coaching and lots more!
September 8th @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kirkcudbright Harbour Square Kirkcudbright
Our popular monthly car boot sales are the perfect place to make some money from your unneeded items or grab a bargain. No need to book – just come along. Free
September 14th @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Dock Park, Free Parking Area, Dock Park, Dumfries
Screaming hags, eyeless phantoms and a menagerie of unearthly creatures… Join our intrepid team for a bus trip with a difference! Led by award-winning storytellers and real-life paranormal researchers – Mostly Ghostly – our eerie excursion will take you along famously active stretches of what is believed to be Scotland’s most haunted road – the A75…
BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Age guide: 12 and above. Duration: 2 hours 45 mins approximately. Bus picks up at Dock Park Car Parking Area
07791 047835 – facebook.com/mostlyghostlytours
September 15th @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Kirkcudbright Autumn Plant Fair
Kirkcudbright Harbour Square Kirkcudbright
A glorious display of garden plants from local nurseries. It is a great opportunity to get to know your local plants men and women while providing fresh ideas and plants. Free
September 20th – 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. New Abbey, Dumfries
September 21th & 22nd @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Gartshore Park, Opposite the Swimming Pool, Kirkcudbright Gartshore Park, Castledykes Road, Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom
Come and join us on Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd September from 11am – 3pm at the Solway Pitches opposite the Swimming Pool for spectacular giant kite displays, have a go at making a kite and try flying some exciting kites – all for free! We’ll also have children’s entertainment and refreshments. Free
September 22nd @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Kirkcudbright Town Centre Harbour Square/Soaperie Gardens, Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom
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
September 27th – 29th @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
St Andrew's Parish Church, Moffat Church Place, Moffat
A three-day walking festival in the Dark Sky Town of Moffat. Join us for all-day hikes, gentle strolls, dark sky walks, historic treks and off the beaten track trails with expert leaders. £10-£15
September 28th @ 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
September 30th – November 15th @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Logan Botanic Garden Port Logan
Join in on some family fun throughout the Garden and see an amazing variety of pumpkins which will make you smile!
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