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ANGUS
- Major events in 2009
Sugar and Spice is located on
the eastern cost of Scotland in
Arbroath, in Angus which has a spectacular
and varied natural environment,
ideal for the perfect day out or
action filled holiday! Throughout
the year the county offers visitors
a wide choice of events and festivals
including bike races, golf tournaments
and walking festivals.
When
on a family holiday or day out you'll
discover all types of events which
you can enjoy, from sea festivals
to craft fairs, and Arbroath has
many local attractions!
The
list below highlights just some
of the major annual events &
festivals in Angus but for a full
list of events, visit the Angus
Ahead "What's On' page
- here.
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Golf
There are various golf events taking
place across Angus throughout the
year. Check out our advice on visiting
the Carnoustie Championship Course,
and visiting, staying and playing
golf at any time in the county.
For more information visit www.carnoustiecountry.com.
Walking
The Angus
Glens Walking Festival is
a four-day event in May offering
a varied programme of walks and
evening entertainment to suit all
ages and abilities. It has attracted hundreds
of walkers to Angus, walking
everywhere from the heights of the
Glens to the gentle rambles by shore
and cliffs. The seventh
Festival, will return
in 2009 from Thursday 28th
May to Sunday 31st May.
Scottish
Culture
The Hairst is
Angus' summer festival of traditional
Scottish culture. Starting in early
July, The Hairst 2009 will focus
on a series of lunchtime outdoor
performances in each of the Angus
burghs and a programme of traditional
music sessions in hotels and pubs.
All events are free.
Arbroath
Seafest
Arbroath SeaFest
is an annual festival of the Sea
held in August along Arbroath's
seafront, charming harbour and new
marina. It celebrates the town's
maritime heritage, including
the famous Arbroath
Smokie which now has the
same protected status as Parma Ham
and Champagne.
African
Village Drumming Festival
Celebrate the primeval and powerful
sounds of African drumming music
and arts in the very heart of tranquil
Glenisla. The 5-day African
Village Drumming festival
features world class African teachers,
daily workshops, evening performances,
kids' art tent and African/Veggie
food.
Highland
Games
Highland
Games and Country Shows are
held throughout the summer in Angus
at a wide range of locations including
Glamis Castle, Cortachy, Glenisla,and
Montrose. There's a full line-up
of events with traditional favourites
including agricultural shows and
competitions,heavies tossing the
Caber, track events, Tug-of War
and plenty of piping and highland
dancing.
Arbroath
Seafront Spectacular etc
There is a wide variety of annual
Transport
Events throughout Angus,
such as the Arbroath Seafront
Spectacular featuring world's
only formation wingwalking team,
glamorous Team Guinot and the Caledonian
Steam Railway seasonal events which
include Murder on the Brechin Express,
Days out with Thomas the Tank Engine,
and the Christmas Santa Specials.
35th
Scottish Transport Extravaganza
The 35th
Scottish Transport Extravaganza is
hosted by the Strathmore Vintage
Vehicle Club at Glamis Castle
in July each year. In 2009 the event will
take place on 11th and 12th
July. A magnificent celebration
of things mechanical and roadworthy,
the weekend is a must for lovers
of classic, vintage, and veteran
vehicles of every sort. Suitable
for the whole family,with craft
and food stalls,and set in the glorious
surroundings of the grounds at Glamis.
Smokie
Blues 6th International Festival
The Smokie
Blues 6th International Festival takes
place at Carnoustie Golf Hotel from
14-16 August 2009, and boasts a
superb line-up of Blues, R&B,
Jazz, Rock & Roll AND Cajun
music from home and overseas. Topping
the bill are leading acts, 'The
British Blues All Stars' and 'Nina
Van Horn'. Local cajun band, 'Boogalusa'
will demonstrate just why they have
such a dedicated band of fans.
Brechin
Arts Festival
The Ancient Cathedral City of Brechin
in Angus hosts the Brechin
Arts Festival
over two weeks at the end of September
each year. The Festival has grown
in a short time into a veritable
feast of cultural activities, with
an exciting variety of classical,
folk and jazz music, poetry readings,
visual art and craft, and street
performances.
Angus
Ranger Events
A wide range of outdoor, wildlife
and environmental events make up
the year-long Angus
Ranger Events Programme.
Events for both children and adults
are based around the Rangers Centres
in Monikie, Crombie and Forfar Loch
Country Parks, Montrose Basin and
the Angus Glens.
This information was sourced from
www.angusahead.com.
For more information please visit
their website at www.angusahead.com
