Castle Quiz: “We’re under attack!”
Castle Fraser
Mon 1 September 2008 - Tue 30 September 2008
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Learn more about how a Castle was a defensive building and how Castle Fraser remains undefeated under siege. More>
Take part in the quiz for only 50p.
Dates:
Monday 1 September 2008 - Tuesday 30 September 2008
Times:
12-5pm, Wednesday to Sunday
Contact:
0844 493 2164
Booking:
Not required
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Hound of the Baskervilles
Castle Fraser
Wed 3 September 2008
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An outdoor performance of Arthur Conan Doyle's classic Sherlock Holmes' mystery. More>
Performed by the acclaimed Illyria theatre group.
This is an outdoor performance, so bring a blanket, picnic and appropriate clothing.
Dates:
Wednesday 3 September 2008
Times:
7.30pm
Contact:
0844 493 2164
Booking:
0844 493 2164
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Scotland's Garden Scheme Day
Fyvie Castle
Sun 7 September 2008
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Enjoy Cream Teas while listening to the Buchaneers Jazz Band in the walled Garden. More>
Guided walks with our Head Gardener.
Dates:
Sunday 7 September 2008
Times:
12pm - 4pm
Contact:
Booking:
Telephone 01651 891266
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The Annual Bulb and Garden Produce Sale
Castle Fraser
Fri 12 September 2008 - Sun 21 September 2008
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Take home a little piece of Castle Fraser with our Annual Bulb and Garden Produce Sale. More>
The sale takes place at the walled garden from 12-4pm on three weekends throughout September - the weekends of 6-7, 13-14 and 20-21 September.
Dates:
Friday 12 September 2008 - Sunday 21 September 2008
Times:
12-4pm on each day.
Contact:
0844 493 2164
Booking:
Not required
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Medieval Festival featuring 'The Battle of Harlaw'
Castle Fraser
Sat 13 September 2008 - Sun 14 September 2008
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See what it was like to live in medieval times, as Castle Fraser plays host to 200 warriors. More>
Around 200 medieval warriors will be camping at Castle Fraser, and the festival will climax with a re-enactment of 'The Battle of Harlaw'.
A village of craftsmen will be selling their wares to the public.
Dates:
Saturday 13 September 2008 - Sunday 14 September 2008
Times:
11am-4pm
Contact:
0844 493 2164
Booking:
Not required
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A Touch of Scotland
Fyvie Castle
Sun 14 September 2008
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A Scottish Pipe Band Display, Scottish Highland Dance Display. The Garioch Fiddlers Playing in the Music Gallery. Whisky Tasting and music in the Racquets Court by Vivienne Tegg. More>
A fantastic day of Scottish music, dance and refreshment.
Dates:
Sunday 14 September 2008
Times:
During opening hours
Contact:
Booking:
Telephone 01651 891266
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Apples and Cornkisters
Pitmedden Garden
Sun 28 September 2008
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Join the celebrations of another harvest in the Garden. More>
Our famous apples and pears will be on sale along with other produce between 11am-5pm. There will be bothy ballads and children’s entertainment from 1.30pm-4.30pm.
Dates:
Sunday 28 September 2008
Times:
11am-5pm
Contact:
Tel. 0844 493 2177
Booking:
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Gardeners lunchtime walk
Castle Fraser
Wed 1 October 2008
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An informative session with practical tips and advice. More>
The walk will involve a winter garden structure topic and will be followed by a bowl of soup.
Dates:
Wednesday 1 October 2008
Times:
11am
Contact:
0844 493 2164
Booking:
Booking essential, please call 0844 493 2164
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Children’s event: Bat Crafts in the Castle
Castle Fraser
Sat 11 October 2008 - Sun 26 October 2008
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Come and make batty crafts in the castle and then try our bat quiz for a truly batty holiday. More>
NB Castle closed Mon & Tues, small charge applies. Drop in event, booking not required.
Dates:
Saturday 11 October 2008 - Sunday 26 October 2008
Times:
12.00-5.00pm
Contact:
Booking:
Drop in event, booking not required
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Adult Walk: Fungi Fact & Fiction
Castle Fraser
Sun 12 October 2008
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Delve into the fascinating world of fungi. We will look at simple ID, fungal facts & folklore.
Aimed at beginners. More>
Optional bowl of homemade mushroom soup afterwards, served in the tearoom (£1.50 extra)
Dates:
Sunday 12 October 2008
Times:
2.30-4.30pm
Contact:
Booking:
Booking is essential for all walks. Phone 0844 493 2167
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Piano Promenade
Fyvie Castle
Sun 12 October 2008
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Join us for another afternoon of music in Fyvie’s beautiful Music Gallery. More>
Enjoy the glorious Grand Piano played by one of our talented local pianists Wilf Jowett.
Dates:
Sunday 12 October 2008
Times:
2pm – 4pm
Contact:
Booking:
Telephone 01651 891266
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Piano Promenade
Fyvie Castle
Sun 26 October 2008
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Join us for another afternoon of music in Fyvie’s beautiful Music Gallery. More>
Piano recital by Wilf Jowett.
Dates:
Sunday 26 October 2008
Times:
2pm – 4pm
Contact:
Booking:
Telephone 01651 891266
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Putting The Castle To Bed
Fyvie Castle
Wed 5 November 2008
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A look behind the scenes at what happens once the castle shuts the doors for the season. More>
Looking at conservation techniques and demonstrations and ending with a tour of the castle.
Coffee on arrival then a light lunch will be served on the tearoom.
Dates:
Wednesday 5 November 2008
Times:
TBC
Contact:
Booking:
Telephone 01651 891266 pre-booking essential!
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Collection talk and dinner
Castle Fraser
Fri 21 November 2008
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A fascinating insight into the collection at Castle Fraser, accompanied by dinner in the Great Hall. More>
The price covers the talk, dinner in the Great Hall and there will also be piano accompaniment.
Dates:
Friday 21 November 2008
Times:
7pm
Contact:
0844 493 2164
Booking:
Booking is essential, please call 0844 493 2164.
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Behind the Scenes at Castle Fraser
Castle Fraser
Sat 22 November 2008
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See how we care for Castle Fraser. what’s behind those doors you aren’t normally allowed to go through and what do we actually do when we’re closed? Price includes lunch or afternoon tea. More>
Find out what goes on behind the scenes and what we do to care for the property.
Price includes lunch or afternoon tea.
Dates:
Saturday 22 November 2008
Times:
Two sessions: 10.30am-12pm and 1.30-3pm
Contact:
0844 493 2164
Booking:
Booking essential, call 0844 493 2164
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Architecture talk and dinner
Castle Fraser
Sat 22 November 2008
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A fascinating talk on the architecture of the Castle, accompanied by dinner in the Great Hall. More>
The price covers the talk, dinner in the Great Hall and there will also be piano accompaniment.
Dates:
Saturday 22 November 2008
Times:
7pm
Contact:
0844 493 2164
Booking:
Booking essential, please call 0844 493 2164.
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