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SUMMARY:Glencanisp Open Day
DESCRIPTION:Glencanisp Open Day – Friday 20th March\n\n\n\nThe team at Glencanisp will be hosting an open day in a couple of months time for everyone to come along and find out more about what’s happening across the Assynt Foundation estate and what the plans are for the future.\n\n\n\nWe’ll have food\, activities\, a bonfire and more – a fun and informative day so save the date and more details to follow.\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you’re a community group that would like to have a stall or be involved please get in touch at: chrisgoodman@woodlandtrust.org.uk
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/glencanisp-open-day/
LOCATION:Glencanisp Lodge\, Lochinver\, North West Sutherland\, IV27 4LW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,Nature,Talks,Family Fun
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SUMMARY:Life at the Edge: Photographing the Natural History of the Caithness Coast
DESCRIPTION:Discover the little known and dramatic coastline of Caithness through the eyes of wildlife photographer\, naturalist and author Ken Crossan.\n\n\n\nKen will join ranger Kirsty to share his incredible award winning images and the stories behind them. Come with us as we take a virtual tour of the coastline together\, exploring the creatures and features\, both dramatic and diminutive\, of our favourite place. Leaving no habitat ignored\, Ken’s beautiful images invoke awe\, wonder\, endearment and joy. This informal talk will highlight the flora\, fauna and geology of the north highlands – a must for anyone interested in natural history\, or in wildlife photography. \nThis talk will be on Microsoft Teams. For more information contact Kirsty Rosie at kirsty.rosie@highlifehighland.com \nWe ask for donations for this event to help with our work\, which goes towards education about and protection of the nature of the Highlands. Please give what you feel you can afford. We suggest a minimum donation of £5 per person to cover our costs or £10 per person to further support our work. \n* please be aware that there is a required £1 minimum donation. This covers Eventbrite fees and does not go to the Ranger service.*
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/life-at-the-edge-photographing-the-natural-history-of-the-caithness-coast/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Nature,Talks
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SUMMARY:Song and Story Session
DESCRIPTION:Join in for an Open Mic session at Golspie Heritage\, hosted by Aileen Ogilvie\, Ian Sutherland and Lizzie Costin. \nFind updates on the Golspie Heritage Society Facebook page. 
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/song-and-story-session/
LOCATION:Golspie Heritage Society\, Station Rd\, Golspie\, East Sutherland\, KW10 6SR\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Mothers Day Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Treat mum to a special lunch menu at Mackays Hotel to celebrate Mother’s Day!
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/mothers-day-lunch/
LOCATION:Mackays Hotel\, Union Street\, Wick\, Caithness East\, KW1 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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SUMMARY:Mothers Day Cream Teas
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/mothers-day-cream-teas/
LOCATION:Forse of Nature\, Forse House\, Latheron\, Caithness East\, KW5 6DG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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SUMMARY:Fibre Fest
DESCRIPTION:Fibre Fest is now a much-loved highlight of the Dornoch calendar — the perfect chance to immerse yourself in the world of fibre arts. \n\nFrom masterclasses and technique workshops to informal drop-in demonstrations where you can try out new skills\, there’s plenty to inspire and expand your crafting knowledge. Don’t miss the vibrant market area\, packed with essentials and unique finds for every dedicated fibre enthusiast. \nOrganised by a passionate group of local fibre artists\, Fibre Fest is returning in 2026 — and we can’t wait to welcome you back! \nKeep up to date with events on the Fibre Fest website!
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/fibre-fest/
LOCATION:Dornoch\, Dornoch\, East Sutherland\, IV25\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Opera On Your Doorstep: The Office Party\, Lairg
DESCRIPTION:Water cooler moments\, scheming co-workers and the leaving do that some would like to forget! The Office Party is a perfect opportunity to hear extracts from operas that may be new to you\, against a backdrop of 1980s nostalgia that may be all too familiar… \nWe’re taking opera out of the opera house and into halls across Scotland in an intimate\, immediate and relatable production in Spring 2026. Four talented singers\, including 2025/26 Emerging Artists Daniel Barrett and Kira Kaplan\, form the cast of colleagues navigating workplace dynamics and office politics\, bringing recognisable workplace scenarios to the stage. \nThe Office Party celebrates under-rated and lesser-known pieces of music from Die Fledermaus\, Pagliacci\, Romeo and Juliet and more\, including the world’s shortest one-act opera\, Barber’s A Hand of Bridge. Audiences can expect laughter and office hi-jinks alongside emotive and tender moments\, brought together through clever staging and set design by director Emma Doherty (The Giant’s Harp 2025) and designer Kenneth MacLeod (Opera Highlights Spring 2025) \nSo clear your in-tray\, unplug the desk phone\, and book now for an office party with a difference this Spring. The perfect chance to try something new! \nFind out more here. 
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/opera-on-your-doorstep-the-office-party-lairg/
LOCATION:Lairg Community Hall\, The Main St\,\, Lairg\, Central Sutherland\, IV27 4DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T193000
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SUMMARY:Tiny Tim's Adventures
DESCRIPTION:7 years ago Tiny Tim decided to go on his own adventure navigating through adult life and posting about his calls on social media. \nWith over 120 million views on YouTube and over 10 million followers on all social media platforms\, I’m sure at some point you have all seen the hilarious videos of the legend that is Tiny Tim’s Adventures. \nNow it’s your turn to join the man behind the voice on his BIGGEST adventure to date. \nCome along for a night with Tiny Tim LIVE. ON STAGE. IN PERSON. \nNote: There will be moderate swearing throughout the performance. Suitable for 16+
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/tiny-tims-adventures/
LOCATION:Wick Assembly Rooms\, Breadalbane Terrace\, Wick\, Caithness East\, KW1 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music & Arts
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SUMMARY:Opera On Your Doorstep: The Office Party\, Wick
DESCRIPTION:Water cooler moments\, scheming co-workers and the leaving do that some would like to forget! The Office Party is a perfect opportunity to hear extracts from operas that may be new to you\, against a backdrop of 1980s nostalgia that may be all too familiar… \nWe’re taking opera out of the opera house and into halls across Scotland in an intimate\, immediate and relatable production in Spring 2026. Four talented singers\, including 2025/26 Emerging Artists Daniel Barrett and Kira Kaplan\, form the cast of colleagues navigating workplace dynamics and office politics\, bringing recognisable workplace scenarios to the stage. \nThe Office Party celebrates under-rated and lesser-known pieces of music from Die Fledermaus\, Pagliacci\, Romeo and Juliet and more\, including the world’s shortest one-act opera\, Barber’s A Hand of Bridge. Audiences can expect laughter and office hi-jinks alongside emotive and tender moments\, brought together through clever staging and set design by director Emma Doherty (The Giant’s Harp 2025) and designer Kenneth MacLeod (Opera Highlights Spring 2025) \nSo clear your in-tray\, unplug the desk phone\, and book now for an office party with a difference this Spring. The perfect chance to try something new! \nFind out more here. 
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/opera-on-your-doorstep-the-office-party-wick/
LOCATION:Wick Assembly Rooms\, Breadalbane Terrace\, Wick\, Caithness East\, KW1 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music & Arts
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SUMMARY:Lightning Ridge
DESCRIPTION:12 year-old Ashmol lives in the Australian outback with his mum\, dad and little sister Kellyanne and her two invisible friends Pobby and Dingan. When Pobby and Dingan disappear\, Ashmol is happy that the imaginary friends are out of his life\, but Kellyanne becomes sicker and sicker. Finally\, Ashmol decides that there is only one thing to do; he must find Pobby and Dingan. \nLightning Ridge is about the possibility of dreams\, about a community coming together\, the preciousness of hope and how\, sometimes\, we have to believe in the impossible. \nWinner of two CATS awards: Best Production for Children and Young People and Outstanding Performance (Gill Robertson). \nFor ages 8+\nRuntime: 60 mins \nEvery participant requires a ticket \nFind out more here. 
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/lightning-ridge/
LOCATION:Lyth Arts Centre\, Wick\, Caithness East\, KW1 4UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music & Arts,Family Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T110000
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SUMMARY:Open Day for National Lottery Open Week
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first Open Day of 2026 in what is our 50th Year as we give thanks to National Lottery Players. \nOver the years the National Lottery has supported many of our projects and vitally our 2022 redevelopment. This year is no different as thanks to National Lottery Players we have two fantastic projects supported through National Lottery funding. These are: \nAt Home in Mackay Country exploring\, celebrating and sharing our intangible cultural heritage connected to land and land use from stories\, songs to crofting. The project has been made possible with funding from Protection through Connection funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. \nGrace our community boat build has been supported through the National Lottery Awards for All to support the team to purchase vital safety equipment. \nJoin us to find out more about these projects and discover what’s new for 2026 as we celebrate what’s been achieved over the last 50 years and what the next might hold.
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/open-day-for-national-lottery-open-week/
LOCATION:Strathnaver Museum\, Clachan\, Bettyhill\, North Sutherland\, KW14 7SS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260301T140000
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SUMMARY:Surf Films & Shoreline Stories
DESCRIPTION:A relaxed afternoon screening featuring surf films from Scotland and afar. \nWe will also screen the final film Collecting Light created by participants in our ‘The Living Camera’ project and will have a final closing discussion with artists Jess Holdengrade and Chloe Charlton. Film details below… \nCollecting Light documents the first workshops with The Living Camera project which took place at Lyth Arts Centre with its youth community in 2025. Shot on 16mm\, the film follows a collaborative analogue workshop centred around the site-specific camera obscura\, which transforms into a darkroom and gathering space. Participants are seen constructing pinhole cameras\, foraging local plants and inhabiting the obscura. The film documents how collective and regenerative image-making can support new ways of seeing\, living\, and learning – offering creative tools for the challenges of our time. \nCollecting Light was developed with the same eco-chemistry that was collectively brewed during the workshop – embedding place\, process\, and shared making into its images. \nDuration: 12min
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/surf-films-shoreline-stories/
LOCATION:Lyth Arts Centre\, Wick\, Caithness East\, KW1 4UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music & Arts,Sports
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SUMMARY:kar by Alex Sarkisian
DESCRIPTION:kar (Քար\, meaning “stone”) is an exhibition and film work by Alex Sarkisian that traces the delicate survival of Western Armenian ancestral places. Moving across the Armenian Highlands through monasteries\, cities and landscapes now within the coercive border of Turkey and left to ruin\, the film gathers the slow violence of erasure: storms\, earthquakes\, military occupation\, theft\, and neglect. These sites\, once vital to Armenian cultural and spiritual life\, are today marked by deliberate abandonment and destruction by the Turkish state. \nThe film follows the filmmaker and their father on a return to Kharpert\, their ancestral home\, visited for the first time since the Armenian Genocide. This intergenerational journey carries the weight of loss and the persistence of memory\, holding together the impossibility of preservation with the urgency of witnessing. \nThe gallery is open during museum opening hours. Find Timespan’s Opening hours on their website. \nkar runs from 23 November 2025 to 1 March 2026.
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/kar-by-alex-sarkisian/2026-03-01/
LOCATION:Timespan\, Dunrobin St\, Helmsdale\, East Sutherland\, KW8 6JA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage,Music & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T200000
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SUMMARY:Liam Ross | Between Two Beaches
DESCRIPTION:A live music performance sharing songs inspired by crofting life in the Black Isle. \nLiam Ross and band take to the stage to play songs based on his grandparents crofting life in the Black Isle near Culbokie. \n \nThe songs from his 2nd album are also based on Black Isle stories and characters that many locals may know.  As well as this\, Liam will also be performing his trademark solo fingerstyle music with a touch of Bluegrass.
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/liam-ross-between-two-beaches/
LOCATION:Lyth Arts Centre\, Wick\, Caithness East\, KW1 4UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T200000
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SUMMARY:Chateaubriand and Champagne Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Every Saturday evening in February\, the Royal Golf Hotel in Dornoch are offering a special offer of a Chateaubriand for two to share\, served with a glass of Champagne\, thick cut potato fries\, mixed greens sharing bowl or mixed side salad finished with whisky sauce or bearnaise sauce for £120. \nTo book this offer\, contact info@rghd.co.uk \n 
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/chateaubriand-and-champagne-saturdays/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:Royal Golf Hotel\, First Tee\, Dornoch\, East Sutherland\, IV25 3LG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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SUMMARY:The Living Camera 16mm Film Phytogram Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable 16mm camera-less Workshop with Chloe Charlton & Jess Holdengarde \nThis workshop offers an introduction to plant-based film chemistry and cameraless filmmaking using the phytogram method*—a technique in which organic matter leaves a direct trace on light-sensitive materials. For this workshop\, participants will work specifically with 16mm film. \nWorking collectively\, participants will produce an abstract\, earthy film using plants gathered around Lyth Arts Centre. Foraged material will be used to both imprint images directly onto the film strip\, as well as form the plant-based chemistry used in the hand-processing. The film will be screened on Sunday as part of Between Two Beaches closing event\, alongside a Q&A with the artists behind the project\, Jess Holdengarde and Chloe Charlton. \nThis session builds upon the processes and techniques developed in the first phase of the Living Camera project that took place in 2025. The Living Camera is a collaborative\, site-specific analogue project that brings together camera obscura\, darkroom practice\, moving image\, and plant-based photographic chemistry. The project continues to evolve through collaboration\, ecological processes\, and slow\, site-responsive image-making\, with further development and events unfolding throughout 2026. \n*The phytogram method was developed by filmmaker Karel Doing. \nThis workshop is aimed at all ages from 14+. Please note: this is a guide\, if young people are below this age guidance but have a strong interest in the workshop please get in touch.
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/the-living-camera-16mm-film-phytogram-workshop/
LOCATION:Lyth Arts Centre\, Wick\, Caithness East\, KW1 4UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Guided Activities,Music & Arts,Nature,Family Fun
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SUMMARY:Making with the Shore: Between Two Beaches
DESCRIPTION:Join artists Lisa Poulsen and Joanne B Kaar for a relaxed afternoon of hands-on making inspired by the shoreline\, seaweeds and coastal landscapes around Dunnet Bay. \nMindful Mark Making with Lisa Poulsen\nLisa will lead a gentle\, sensory mark-making workshop inspired by her High Tides and Art Vibes practice. Using simple materials and prompts drawn from the coast\, this session encourages slowing down\, observing\, and responding creatively to place. \nSeaweed Monoprints with Joanne B Kaar\nGet inky and print your own seaweed picture. Taking inspiration from the many shapes of seaweeds on our shores\, we will use the printmaking technique of direct line monotype to make new artwork. You can draw your own or use images of seaweeds to trace around.  Suitable for primary school age children and families\, there will be a variety of papers and inks to use. Slightly sticky\, we will carefully wrap your prints to take home to let them dry. \nAll materials are provided. \nThis informal\, family friendly drop-in session is suitable for all ages and invites participants to explore mark-making\, texture and colour using natural forms from the shore. People are welcome to move between activities\, take their time\, and stay for as long or as little as they like during the afternoon.
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/making-with-the-shore-between-two-beaches/
LOCATION:Seadrift Visitor Centre\, Dunnet\, Thurdo\, Caithness North\, KW14 8XD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Guided Activities,Music & Arts,Family Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T111500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T120000
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SUMMARY:Wee Seals and Selkies: Between Two Beaches
DESCRIPTION:A family-friendly storytelling event drawing on coastal folklore\, selkie myths and imagination. \n\nIn this delightful family show\, storytelling and music combine to create an enchanting performance\, evoking the Scottish northern seashores. The Wee Seal is the true tale of a seal born in the storyteller’s Caithness garden\, while The Selkie Girl is a retelling for children of the much loved magical selkie myth. \nThis performance blends storytelling and theatre to create the atmosphere of the sea and shore. Based on two of Janis Mackay’s much-loved books; The Wee Seal\, and The Selkie Girl (Floris Books). Enjoy them brought to life with storytelling\, movement and music.
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/wee-seals-and-selkies-between-two-beaches/
LOCATION:Lyth Arts Centre\, Wick\, Caithness East\, KW1 4UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,Music & Arts,Family Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T150000
DTSTAMP:20260211T094212Z
CREATED:20260211T094212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T094212Z
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SUMMARY:Make a prehistoric pot workshop
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to try your hand at making a prehistoric pot? Beginners and all abilities (age 13 years plus)welcome to our Workshop. Limited spaces available.£20 each\, book via www.historylinks.org.uk/events. \n 
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/make-a-prehistoric-pot-workshop/
LOCATION:Historylinks Museum Hub\, The Meadows\, Dornoch\, East Sutherland\, IV25 3SF\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260227T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260227T210000
DTSTAMP:20260211T101726Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Night: Between Two Beaches
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening evening of Between Two Beaches\, a relaxed and welcoming gathering marking the close of Lyth Arts Centre’s Year of Living programme. \nThe evening includes a short welcome\, followed by a book launch and reading from Janis Mackay\, sharing from On a Northern Shore\, a new lyrical exploration of Scotland’s northern coastline\, mythology and lived experience. \nThe night then flows into a Shoreline Supper hosted by The Printers Rest. This will be an informal shared meal inspired by our coastal environment. The supper will be accompanied by short poetry readings\, including contributions from George Gunn. \n£3 deposit includes readings and supper. Bar open.
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/opening-night-between-two-beaches/
LOCATION:Lyth Arts Centre\, Wick\, Caithness East\, KW1 4UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Music & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T203000
DTSTAMP:20260129T120613Z
CREATED:20260129T120613Z
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SUMMARY:Herring\, The Fish & The Folk
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we take a closer look at this fascinating fish\, and then also the ‘Herring Girls’ who made their living “Following the Fish”.\n\n\n\nHighlife Highland Countryside Ranger Patti Bremner will be looking at the life cycle of the Atlantic Herring and its importance to the ecology of our seas and the wildlife it supports. \nHighlife Highland Archivist Jamie McCaffrey will be giving us an insight into the mobile exhibition “Following the Fish” and the impact on the local communities. \nThis talk will be on Microsoft Teams.  \nWe ask for donations for this event to help with our work\, which goes towards education about and protection of the nature of the Highlands. Please give what you feel you can afford. We suggest a minimum donation of £5 per person to cover our costs or £10 per person to further support our work. \n* Please be aware that there is a minimum donation of £1 required to book on via Eventbrite. This does not go to the Ranger Service but is to cover Eventbrite Fees.*
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/herring-the-fish-the-folk/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260217T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260217T190000
DTSTAMP:20260129T120105Z
CREATED:20260129T120105Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Lantern Making Craft Activity
DESCRIPTION:Have fun making your very own willow and tissue paper lantern\, with a working light. Decorating will have to be completed at home once the tissue paper is dry. \nAll materials are provided. Booking is essential as there are very limited numbers available. \nAll children must be accompanied. \nThere is no charge but a kind donation on the day is very welcome to help us continue providing such activities. \nFurther info and to book: paul.castle@highlifehighland.com 07827 281 481
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/childrens-lantern-making-craft-activity/
LOCATION:North Coast Visitor Centre\, High Street\, Thurso\, Caithness North\, KW14 8AJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,Music & Arts,Workshops,Family Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260216T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260216T210000
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SUMMARY:"Bishops\, Butter and Beer Cellars.." - a talk by Stephen Barnaby
DESCRIPTION:‘Bishops\, Butter and Beer Cellars: The Role of Caithness in the Demise of the Northern Scottish Norse Jarldoms’ – a talk by Stephen Barnaby.Fresh from his MLitt in Viking Studies\, Thurso-raised Stephen Barnaby shares some of his research\, exploring Caithness’ messy but central role in the downfall of the Norse line of Northern Scottish jarls\, from maltreated men of God to ale-house assassinations. \n \nStephen Barnaby was raised in Thurso many moons ago. However\, despite being Viking-daft since childhood\, he has only recently graduated from the University of Highlands and Islands with an MLitt in Viking Studies. And now\, at the Archive Centre\, he will share some of his findings from his research into Caithness’ role in the downfall of the Northern Scottish Jarldoms.
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/bishops-butter-and-beer-cellars-a-talk-by-stephen-barnaby/
LOCATION:Nucleus: The Nuclear and Caithness Archive\, Wick Airport Industrial Estate\, Wick\, Caithness East\, KW1 4QS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260207T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260207T233000
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SUMMARY:Burns Supper at John O'Groats Mill
DESCRIPTION:By popular demand\, get ready for a traditional Scottish feast at Burns Supper 2026 in the cosy John O’Groats Mill! \n\n\n\nBy popular request\, the John O’Groats Mill will be hosting our first ever Burns Supper. We’re keeping it classic – for Auld Land Syne – with toasts\, readings\, music and beremeal scones. \nBooking is essential for this event so please get in touch to reserve your spot now. Numbers are limited\, first-come-first-served. £20/head\, includes two courses and a dram. \nNeed to Know: \n-We’re sourcing local with haggis from Harold’s Butcher\, beremeal scones from the Cliff Bakery\, John O’Groats vegetables & Café Groats cranachan 🍨 \n-Door 7pm\, meal starts at 7:30pm sharp \n(May the best-laid schemes o’ mice an’ men gang not agley) \n-Fully-licenced bar\, open til 1am \n-Children are permitted until 10pm. Under 18s entry £12/head \n-Take an instrument if you play one! \n-All are welcome! \nTo Book: \nBuy your tickets via Eventbrite\, Email: info@johnogroatsmill.com or Phone: 01955 601578 \nPlease include any dietary requirements in your booking. 
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/burns-supper-at-john-ogroats-mill/
LOCATION:John O’Groats Mill\, John O'Groats\, Caithness East\, KW1 4YR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Music & Arts,Family Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260207T160000
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SUMMARY:Art workshops - Create a landscape inspired clay vase or vessel
DESCRIPTION:Clay slab workshop\, inspired by the landscapes & elements of the North West Highlands.\n\n\n\nResident artist\, Martina Macleod\, from Mudness Ceramics will guide you through a slab building session to create a vase or vessel\, with a unique design inspired by the landscapes and elements of the North West Highlands.The session will include working on the clay surface and imprinting patterns to create a unique design of your choosing. The finished piece will then be fired for you after drying. \nThere will be two sessions\, from 10am to 12.30pm and then from 1.30pm to 4pm. Both sessions are open to all\, free to attend but places are limited\, so please book your place.  All materials are included. Complimentary refreshments will be provided. \nThis workshop is one of a series being delivered across the North West Highlands Geopark and its Gateway areas. They are part of the Artist in Residence Project from the Access\, Connect and Take Part Programme\, working with artists resident in the area to engage communities with the North West Highlands landscape\, natural and cultural heritage through the creative process. Funded by the North & West Sutherland Trust (Durness). \nFor further information please contact Fiona on manager@nwhgeopark.com
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/art-workshops-create-a-landscape-inspired-clay-vase-or-vessel/
LOCATION:Durness Village Hall\, Durness\,\, Lairg\, North West Sutherland\, IV27 4QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Guided Activities,Music & Arts,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260206T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260206T233000
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SUMMARY:Duck Duck Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Wick\, \nGet ready for a quacking good time\, cos Duck Duck Bingo is coming soon! \nFriday 19th Dec | The Waterfront Nightclub | 7pm \n🦆🦆 \nThis isn’t your nan’s game of numbers—Duck Duck Bingo flips tradition on its head\, ruffles the feathers\, and serves it with a quacking shot of pure madness. \nEvent Details: \n• 🕡 Doors Open: 7:00pm \n• 🎤 Show Starts: 8:15pm \n• 🎊 Event Ends: 11:30pm \nWhat to Expect: \n🎁 Outrageous prizes \n🎉 Confetti showers \n🤣 Laugh-out-loud challenges \nWith anthem rounds\, lip sync battles\, dance-offs\, cheeky challenges\, and a flock of players ready to let loose\, this isn’t just bingo—it’s the ducking craziest night out in town!🦆🎉 \nTickets from £12 \nOver 18s Only \n  \nFind out more and get your tickets here. 
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/duck-duck-bingo/
LOCATION:The Waterfont\, 4 The Shore\, Wick\, Caithness East\, KW1 4JX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Festivals & Games,Music & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260203T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260203T190000
DTSTAMP:20260129T114827Z
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SUMMARY:20 Years of the Farr Glebe Bumblebee Meadow
DESCRIPTION:Discover the successes and challenges associated with twenty years of managing the Farr Glebe Bumblebee Meadow in Bettyhill. We’ll cover how to care for a wildflower meadow and how you may help our struffling bumblebees\, here in the far North. \nAll children must be accompanied. \nThere is no charge but a kind donation on the day is very welcome to help us to continue providing such activities. \nBooking is desirable but not essential. \nContact paul.castle@highlifehighland.com 07827 281 481.
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/20-years-of-the-farr-glebe-bumblebee-meadow/
LOCATION:North Coast Visitor Centre\, High Street\, Thurso\, Caithness North\, KW14 8AJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Nature,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260202T104500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260202T120000
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SUMMARY:The Great Book Blether
DESCRIPTION:Do you just love books and would love others to discuss them with – whether it’s your favourite author\, what film/TV adaptations have actually worked or you’re looking to get into reading or for inspiration for your next read\, our new group at the Kyle of Sutherland Hub has you covered! \nTea/coffee & biscuits will be provided at the session and also a lovely goodie bag with tea\, hot chocolate\, biscuits\, a candle and a book voucher to use at the Hub – everything you need for your next cosy reading session. \nBooking is essential!
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/the-great-book-blether/
LOCATION:Kyle of Sutherland Hub\, South Bonar Estate\, Bonar Bridge\, Central Sutherland\, IV24 3AQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260131T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260131T160000
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SUMMARY:Small Blue film screening
DESCRIPTION:Join artists Laura O’Kane and Sinéad Hargan on a very special film about Caithness’s extraordinary Small Blue butterfly volunteers. Join us on Sunday 31st January\, 4-5pm\, for an outdoor screening of the film at Dunnet Community Forest.  Please wear warm clothes and bring a blanket to keep cosy during the film – we’ll provide the tea and cake! Please note that places are limited and booking is essential. To book\, or for more information\, please email: louise.senior@plantlife.org.uk
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/small-blue-film-screening/
LOCATION:Dunnet Community Forest\, Thurso\, Caithness North\, KW14 8XD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music & Arts,Nature,Family Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260131T160000
DTSTAMP:20251223T083726Z
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SUMMARY:Art workshop - Painting the wildlife of the North West Highlands
DESCRIPTION:Resident artist\, Carey Jones\, will guide you through the process of creating a painting of one of our iconic wildlife species.\n\n\n\nWorking with acrylic paints\, artist Carey Jones from Fanagmore Studio\, will help you create a painting of one of our iconic wildlife species. This workshop is open to all abilities\, so if you haven’t picked up a paintbrush since school\, would like to try painting or are looking to practice and hone your skills\, this is for you. \n\nThere will be two sessions\, from 10am to 12.30pm and then from 1.30pm to 4pm. You are welcome to come along to one or both\, please indicate during the booking process whether you will be arriving at 10am or 1.30pm. Both sessions are open to all\, free to attend but places are limited\, so please book your place.  All materials are included. Complimentary refreshments and light lunch will be provided. If you would like to stay for lunch please select this during booking and indicate any dietary requirements. \nThis workshop is one of a series being delivered across the North West Highlands Geopark and its Gateway areas. They are part of the Artist in Residence Project from the Access\, Connect and Take Part Programme\, working with artists resident in the area to engage communities with the North West Highlands landscape\, natural and cultural heritage through the creative process. Funded by the Maldie Burn Hydro Scheme Community Benefit Fund. \nFor further information please contact Fiona on manager@nwhgeopark.com
URL:https://www.venture-north.co.uk/event/art-workshop-painting-the-wildlife-of-the-north-west-highlands/
LOCATION:Scourie Village Hall\, Scourie\, North West Sutherland\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Guided Activities,Music & Arts,Workshops
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