Scotland events
Hydro Connect
29th-31st August 2008
Inveraray Castle, Argyll
Aboutique festival situated in one of the most beautiful locations
in the whole of the UK, playing host to 20,000 music fans over
three days. Also offers one of the most beautiful views in the whole
of the UK with the haunting Inveraray Castle and rolling hills
overshadowing the Main Stage looking down onto the banks of
Loch Fyne – the largest sea loch in Scotland
www.connectmusicfestival.com
Piping Live!
11th-17th August 2008
Glasgow
Showcasing the vibrancy and diversity of the pipes by bringing
some of the world’s top international piping talent to perform with
Scotland’s finest home grown artists across some of Glasgow’s
world class venues and stunning outdoor spaces
www.pipinglive.co.uk
The Edge
Throughout August 2008, Edinburgh
Formerly named T on the Fringe which ran for eight years, The Edge is the
music arm of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Concerts take place
throughout Edinburgh at various venues across the city including the
Meadowbank Stadium, Princes Street Gardens, Cabaret Voltaire and the
capacity Corn Exchange
www.tonthefringe.com
Foodies at the festival
23rd-24th August 2008, Sheraton Grand, Edinburgh
Edinburgh Festival’s only dedicated food event. As well as the market and
masterclasses, many other food-related activities are planned including
demonstrations from top Scottish chefs in a purpose-built chefs’ theatre
www.foodiesfestival.com
Edinburgh Military Tattoo
1st-23rd August 2008, Edinburgh .....
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By Sally Toms
Section : Scotland Events
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