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Scottish Snowdrop Festival
Dates:Sat 30 Jan - Sun 13 Mar Location:Balmerino Abbey
It's a great time of year to visit the Balmarino Abbey to see the carpets of snowdrops coming into bloom.
Details View all events at this location >
Entry to the grounds is free - donations are welcome
Dates & Times:
- 30 Jan 2016 - 13 March 2016 : 09:00 - 17:00
Contact:
For further information please call 01721 722502
Scottish Snowdrop Festival
Dates:Sat 30 Jan - Sun 13 Mar Location:Hill of Tarvit Mansion and Kingarrock Hickory Golf Details View all events at this location >
It's a great time of year to visit the gardens and grounds of Hill Of Tarvit mansion to see the carpets of snowdrops coming to bloom.

Entry to the grounds is free - normal parking charges apply.
Dates & Times:
- 30 Jan 2016 - 13 March 2016 : 09:00 - 17:00
Contact:
For further information please call 01334 653127 or email hilloftarvit@nts.org.uk
Scottish Snowdrop Festival
Dates:Sat 30 Jan - Sun 13 Mar Location:Kellie Castle & Garden Details View all events at this location >
Kellie Castle Garden and Estate is open as part of the Scottish Snowdrop Festival.
Dates & Times:
- 30 Jan 2016 - 13 March 2016 : 09:00 - 16:00
Prices:
- Adult : £ 3.00
- Child : £ 3.00
- Concession : £ 3.00
Contact:
For further information please call 01333 720271
Scottish Snowdrop Festival
Dates:Sun 31 Jan - Tue 15 Mar Location:House Of Dun & Montrose Basin Nature Reserve Details View all events at this location >
Snowdrops traditionally herald the arrival of spring.

Please pay for visit to snowdrops via payment at car parking meter.
Dates & Times:
- 31 Jan 2016 - 15 March 2016 : 09:00 - 17:00
Prices:
- Adult : £ 2.00
Contact:
For further information please call 01674 810264
Snowdrop spectacle
Dates:Mon 1 Feb - Mon 29 Feb Location:Culzean Castle & Country Park Details View all events at this location >
Take a gentle stroll along the many Estate paths to view the little white gems in all their glory

Normal entry charges to the Park apply
Dates & Times:
- 01 Feb 2016 - 29 February 2016 : 09:00 - 17:00
Contact:
For further information please call 01655 884455
Kelpies, Selkies and Dragons…
Dates:Sat 6 Feb Location:Culloden Details View all events at this location >
Come along and listen to traditional Scottish fairy and folk tales.
Dates & Times:
- 06 Feb 2016 - 06 February 2016 : 10:30 - 15:30
Contact:
For further information please call 01463 796090
Haddo Snow Ball
Dates:Sat 6 Feb Location:Haddo House Details View all events at this location >
Haddo House Choral and Operatic Society invite you to join us for a wonderful evening of music and dancing to the music of the Frank Thomson Band.

Carriages - 1.00am, Dress - Formal Tickets £45 To order tickets please Download and complete the order form from HHCOS website or call 01224 312408
Dates & Times:
- 06 Feb 2016 - 06 February 2016 : 19:00 - 23:59
Contact:
For further information please call 01224 312408
Mar Lodge Mountain Film Festival
Dates:Dates between : Fri 12 Feb - Sat 13 Feb Location:Mar Lodge Estate Details View all events at this location >
Come and enjoy a series of mountain films in the beautiful mountain setting of Mar Lodge.

Tickets available now from the Braemar Mountain Sports Shop, The Outdoor Store in Ballater and the Mar Lodge Estate Rangers Office (see number below).
Dates & Times:
- 12 Feb 2016 : 19:30 - 10:00
- 13 Feb 2016 : 19:30 - 10:00
Prices:
- Adult : £ 10.00
- Child : £ 5.00
Contact:
For further information please call 01339 720164
Booking:
Ticketed event, booking essential.
Rubbish swords and tatty targes.
Dates:Mon 15 Feb - Tue 16 Feb Location:Culloden Details View all events at this location >
Join us at Culloden as we recycle some rubbish into fun stuff.
Dates & Times:
- 15 Feb 2016 - 16 February 2016 : 11:00 - 14:00
Contact:
For further information please call 01463 796090
Snowdrop and winter walk
Dates:Sat 20 Feb Location:House of the Binns Details View all events at this location >
The Lothian Ranger Service will be leading the walks were you will learn about Snowdrops and different things about nature in winter. Can you tell the difference between your snowdrop species, the folklore behind them and other uses snowdrops have are you just want to learn a little about them.

Outdoor shoes and warm clothing a must. Suitable for children from 10 years and upwards.
Dates & Times:
- 20 Feb 2016 : 13:00 - 14:30
Prices:
- Adult : £ 5.00
- Child : £ 3.00
Contact:
For further information or to book please call 0131 653 5595 or email lothianranger@nts.org.uk
Booking:
Online booking essential
Snowdrop and winter walk
Dates:Sun 21 Feb Location:Newhailes Details View all events at this location >
The Lothian Ranger Service will be leading the walks were you will learn about Snowdrops and different things about nature in winter

This walk includes a Tea or a Coffee after the walk were you can ask lots of questions Suitable for children from 10 years and upwards. Outdoor shoes and warm clothing a must.
Dates & Times:
- 21 Feb 2016 : 10:30 - 12:00
- 21 Feb 2016 - 21 February 2016 : 13:30 - 15:00
Prices:
- Adult : £ 6.00
- Child : £ 3.50
Contact:
For further information please call 0131 653 5595 or email lothianranger@nts.org.uk
Booking:
Online booking essential
Wedding Open Day at Haddo House
Dates:Sun 21 Feb Location:Haddo House Details View all events at this location >
Come and visit the grounds and property for free. Talk directly with our team, photographers, decoration companies, florist and other professionals while visiting our astounding grounds and unique venue.
Dates & Times:
- 21 Feb 2016 : 12:00 - 16:00
Contact:
For further information please call 01651 851440
Wedding Open Day at Hill Of Tarvit
Dates:Sun 28 Feb Location:Hill of Tarvit Mansion and Kingarrock Hickory Golf Details View all events at this location >
A great opportunity to visit the elegant & romantic Hill Of Tarvit Mansionhouse & Gardens, as we invite you to meet with a range of experts and professionals.
Dates & Times:
- 28 Feb 2016 - 28 February 2016 : 12:00 - 16:00
Contact:
For further information please call 01334 653127 or email hilloftarvit@nts.org.uk
Mother's Day, Sunday 6th March
Dates:Sun 6 Mar Location:Pollok House Details View all events at this location >
Costumed tour of Pollok House and Afternoon Tea. Treat your mum in the historic surroundings of Pollok House.

Booking essential. £17.50 per person Afternoon Tea at 2.30pm Guided tour at 3.30 pm
Dates & Times:
- 06 Mar 2016 : 14:30 - 16:00
Prices:
- Adult : £ 17.50
Contact:
For further information please call 0141 616 6410
Mothers' Day Special Vintage Afternoon Tea
Dates:Sun 6 Mar Location:Threave Garden and Estate Details View all events at this location >
Enjoy traditional afternoon tea served in the principal rooms of Threave House, with glorious views of the Garden and the Galloway Hills – and a glass of fizz!

Price per person - £14.95 Tea for two - £25.00 To book, please call 01556 502575 or speak to a member of shop staff or email threave@nts.org.uk
Dates & Times:
- 06 Mar 2016 : 14:00 - 15:30 (30 min intervals)
Prices:
- Adult : £ 14.95
Contact:
For further information please call 01556 502575
Booking:
To book, please call 01556 502575 or speak to a member of shop staff or email threave@nts.org.uk