May 132013
 

The picturesque Glamis Castle plays host to a varied programme of events this weekend. Fred Wilkinson writes.

Encouraged by the success of their Diamond Jubilee Gathering last year, Glamis Castle provides the venue for a similarly family friendly series of activities and entertainment this weekend.

This year’s gathering will surely be of great interest to the thousands who enjoyed Scotland’s biggest Jubilee Celebration in 2012.

A healthy turnout will ensure that chosen charity, Ninewells Cancer Campaign, receive a boost from the event.

This year, Glamis Gathering will take place over two days. The Saturday is billed as ‘Live on The lawn’ and is essentially a series of live music performances headlined by Michael Buble tribute, Drew Wilson.

The Sunday is a Family Fun Day, the climax of which will be the ever popular Singing Kettle performing their new show.

Saturday 18th – Live On The Lawn

In front of Castle from 3pm

Featuring:

MICHAEL BUBLE Tribute – Drew Wilson

IRON BROO – Ceilidh Band

GLITZ – All Girl Rock Band

Pipe Band Blairgowrie

Paul Anderson – International Fiddler

Local Choir

Master of Ceremonies – Mr Doug Duthie

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Sunday 19th – Family Fun Day

Family Day of Music/Dance including Food/Crafts from 10.30am

Featuring:

THE SINGING KETTLE – With their new show

GLAMMERJACK – a take on the famous CRACKERJACK television programme
Hosted by
HILARY WHITLEY of BBC SCOTLAND

TEDDY BEAR PICNIC
Competition for best dressed Teddy

IRON BROO – Ceilidh Band

GLITZ – All Girl Rock Band

GARRY SEAGREAVES – Magician for Children

LOCAL MUSICIANS – on Stage during the afternoon

COOKERY DEMONSTRATION – CRAIG WILSON
The Kilted Chef from Eat on the Green Restaurant
with a special guest appearance from
ANDREA BRYMER of STV

FOOD AND CRAFT VILLAGE
including stalls from local producers and crafts

POLICE AWARENESS UNIT ON SITE

ANGUS COMMUNITY COUNCIL DISPLAYS

Funfair and Food Outlets all day