A summer of fun and festivals
We all know about the Edinburgh festival, but what else has Scotland got to offer over the
summer months? Andrew Ross reports
How many reasons can you think of for visiting Scotland this summer?
There’s the scenery and all that history, of course. Then there’s the sport: if you’re into golf, fishing, shooting, hiking and mountain-biking, then Scotland’s the place to be. Some people will visit for the cuisine, more for the whisky, but how many will number Scotland’s packed festival calendar as the main reason for a visit?
The Scottish festival scene is thriving just now, with events in all four corners of the country throughout the summer months. Edinburgh rightly deserves its reputation as Scotland’s festival capital but there’s so much more to see and do. From jazz to folk music, Shakespeare to Mendelssohn, theatre to film, there’s something for everyone.
April 28th-May 1st
Shetland Folk Festival
Lerwick, Shetland Isles
Tel: +44 (0)1595 694 757
http://www.sffs.shetland.co.uk
This not-for-profit festival is held every year on picturesque Shetland and is a great place to sample the cream of contemporary and traditional folk music.
April 28th-May 2nd
The 18th Isle of Bute Jazz Festival
Rothesay, Isle of Bute
Tel: +44 (0)1700 502 151
htttp://www.butejazz.com
The seaside resort of Rothesay plays host to one of the United Kingdom’s most popular jazz weekends. 2005 sees an improved five-day line up offering a wider range of jazz and blues.
April 29th-May 2nd
Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival
Various venues, Moray & Speyside
htttp://www.spiritofspeyside.com
This annual celebration of Scotland’s great.....
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By Andrew Ross
Section : Scottish Events
Page number : 28
