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What's on in Ballantrae

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Community

Around £50

Zipslide across the Clyde 2026

This is the perfect event for thrill seekers who are looking for a new challenge and don't want to spend hours training.

Sat 15 AugAlzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource Centre(13.7mi)

via Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource CentreLocal gem

Community

Around £50

Zipslide Strathclyde 2026

We have very limited places so please don’t hesitate to sign up if you are interested in taking part. Once you have signed up, we will be in touch to support and guide you through fundraising. As well as organise a free purple Alzscot t-shirt to wear on the day.

Sat 15 AugAlzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource Centre(13.7mi)

via Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource CentreLocal gem

Sports & Fitness

Around £35

Scottish Half Marathon and 10k 2026

The Scottish Half Marathon and 10k take place on Sunday 17th August along the magnificent East Lothian Golf Course to Musselburgh Racecourse.

Sun 16 AugAlzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource Centre(13.7mi)

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Community

Around £20

Dundee Kiltwalk

Take on the walk from St Andrews to Dundee by completing the Mighty stride at 20 miles or take time with family and friends doing 4 miles, all while raising money for a good cause.

Sun 16 AugAlzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource Centre(13.7mi)

via Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource CentreLocal gem

Community

Staff Event

Inset Day – Stranraer Academy Date: Tuesday 18th August 2026 Time: 08:50 AM – 3:20 PM Venue: Stranraer AcademyPlease note: Pupils do not attend school on this day.Staff will be preparing for the exciting year ahead!

Tue 18 Aug08:50Stranraer Academy(13.6mi)

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Community

Staff Event

Inset Day – Stranraer Academy Date: Wednesday 19th August 2026 Time: 08:50 AM – 3:20 PM Venue: Stranraer AcademyPlease note: Pupils do not attend school on this day.We look forward to welcoming everyone back the next day!

Wed 19 Aug08:50Stranraer Academy(13.6mi)

via Stranraer Academy

Community

First Day Back – Pupils

Date: Thursday 20th August 2026 Time: 08:50 AM – 3:20 PM Venue: Stranraer AcademyWe can’t wait to welcome all students back for the start of the new school year!

Thu 20 Aug08:50Stranraer Academy(13.6mi)

via Stranraer Academy

Community

Around £54

Ride the North

The heart of Ride the North is engagement with local communities on the route. You’ll find refreshments, entertainment and local support as you pass through each town.

Sat 29 AugAlzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource Centre(13.7mi)

via Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource CentreLocal gem

Community

Around £200

Sydney Marathon

The TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS is the newest Abbott World Marathon Major, and will have an expected record 35,000 participants on the start line in 2025.

Sun 30 AugAlzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource Centre(13.7mi)

via Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource CentreLocal gem

Community

Around £20

Edinburgh Kiltwalk

Take on the walk from through Musselburgh and Edinburgh, finishing at BT Murrayfield by completing the Mighty stride at 21 miles or one of the smaller walks all while raising money for a good cause.

Sun 13 SeptAlzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource Centre(13.7mi)

via Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource CentreLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Annual Conference 2026

Our Annual Conference will be held on Friday 18 September at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC). Our conference is a wonderful opportunity for people from the dementia community to come together and hear from a range of speakers, meet up with friends and visit our exhibitor’s space.

Fri 18 SeptAlzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource Centre(13.7mi)

via Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource CentreLocal gem

Sports & Fitness

Around £25

Women’s 10k Edinburgh

Maybe you’ve not done any exercise in a while and need a goal to motivate you, maybe you want to do something positive together with your friends and family. Whatever your reason, the Women’s 10K is the perfect opportunity for you to lace up those trainers and make a difference.

Sun 20 SeptAlzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource Centre(13.7mi)

via Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource CentreLocal gem

Sports & Fitness

Around £25

Men’s 10k Edinburgh

The stage is set for the men and women of Scotland and beyond to make a positive change. Get fitter, healthier and happier whilst making a difference for people in Scotland living with dementia.

Sun 20 SeptAlzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource Centre(13.7mi)

via Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource CentreLocal gem

Community

Around £10

Glasgow Memory Walk

Join us for a gentle 5k walk around the athletics track at Crownpoint while raising vital funds for people living with dementia.

Sun 20 SeptAlzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource Centre(13.7mi)

via Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource CentreLocal gem

Community

One Hundred Voices

One Hundred Voices is an interactive, audio-guided installation, bringing creative insight into living in the care system. It serves as an artistic act of recognition and celebration of the one hundred testimonies recorded through the Caring Scotland project.

Sat 26 SeptMillenium Centre(13.7mi)

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Community

Dog Training

Kit Clow KCAI (CD) (Kennel Club Accredited Instructor in Companion Dog) will be hosting dog training sessions every Wednesday from 9:30am until 11:30am. for more information

Wed 22 JulGlentrool Village Hall(17.3mi)

via Glentrool Village HallCurated

Arts & CultureCommunity

knit and natter

Do you enjoy stitching, knitting, crocheting? Join our friendly knit and natter group. Come and meet new friends and swap tips and ideas, all ages and abilities welcome!

Wed 22 JulGlentrool Village Hall(17.3mi)

via Glentrool Village HallCurated

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Ayrshire and Arran, Scotland

Ballantrae is in Ayrshire and Arran, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Ballantrae events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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