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U13 Boys Home To Various

INSPIRESPORT BOY'S U13 WEST CLUB LEAGUE The U13 Boys are home to Ardrossan and Kilmarnock/Paisley

Sun 30 Aug13:00Annan Rugby Club(4.9mi)

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U14 Boys Home To Various

INSPIRESPORT BOY’S U14 WEST CLUB LEAGUE The U14 Boys are home to Strathaven and Uddingston

Sun 30 Aug13:00Annan Rugby Club(4.9mi)

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Workshops & Classes

3 day Flat Bow making course

Valkyrie's Nest Archery Range

Thu 15 OctValkyrie's Nest Archery Range(4.7mi)

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Workshops & Classes

Around £310.00

3 day Flat Bow making course

Craft your own custom ash flatbow from a raw timber stave in just three days. Master ancient woodwork skills, learn traditional tillering, and shoot your creation. Book your Bowyer Bushcraft course now!

Thu 15 Oct11:00Valkyrie's Nest Archery Range(4.7mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

Gretna Green Wedding Open Weekend

Discover the magic of Gretna Green at our Wedding Open Weekend. Tour venues, meet our team & start your romantic journey.

Fri 13 NovGretna Green Experience(3.9mi)

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Georgia Cécile - Jazz Night at Netherby Hall

Live Music

Around £40

Georgia Cécile - Jazz Night at Netherby Hall

Georgia Cécile – with Euan Stevenson Georgia Cécile is a UK award-winning jazz vocalist, championed by Gregory Porter and Jamie Cullum. A rising star of the UK jazz scene, she has headlined sold-out shows at Ronnie Scott’s, wowed audiences at international festivals, and performed with the BBC Concert Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall. For this intimate duo performance at the stunning Netherby Hall, Georgia will be joined by her long-time collaborator, pianist and composer Euan Stevenson. Together, they’ll reimagine timeless jazz standards and showcase original music that blends elegance, soul, and uplifting energy. Tickets and Performance Arrival: 24th July 2026, 7:00pmPerformance starts: 7:30pm Georgia Cécile – vocals Euan Stevenson – piano Tickets £40 per person On-site car parking is provided. Food & Drink Enjoy a relaxed evening atmosphere with a paid bar serving a selection of wines, spirits, snacks and soft drinks. A selection of bar snacks will be provided on tables for guests to enjoy during the performance.

Fri 24 JulNetherby Hall(8.4mi)

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Dave Gillies Memorial Match 25thg July 2026

In memory of Dave Gillies A memorable match to remember our friend Dave. To enter this match, please contact the match organiser: Tony Harrison on

Sat 25 JulBroom Camping Pods(6.5mi)

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Dave Gillies Memorial Match

In memory of Dave Gillies A memorable match to remember our friend Dave. To enter this match, please contact the match organiser: Tony Harrison on Please note All nets, Keep-nets, and any fish handling equipment is to be completely 100% dried out, and outside the tackle shop before the draw. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES […]

Sat 25 JulBroom Camping Pods(6.5mi)

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Black-Tie Evening at Netherby Hall 2026

Join us for an elegant and refined evening at Netherby Hall, set within the breathtaking surroundings of our award-winning historic estate. As part of our annual car show, we invite you to a black-tie dinner on the evening of Saturday, 1nd August – an unforgettable dining experience in the grandeur of Netherby Hall. Your evening includes: Welcome drinks and canapés served from 7.30 pm (TBC) A three-course michelin star meal crafted by the team from Pentonbridge Inn Half a bottle of wine per person served at the table Menu Options: Starters: – To be confirmed Mains: – To be confirmed Desserts: – To be confirmed This is a ticketed event with limited availability. Early booking is strongly recommended. Tickets will be available to purchase online soon. To reserve your tickets click here to book online on our website, or alternatively please call us on if you prefer. We look forward to welcoming you for what promises to be a memorable evening. Why not stay over in one of our award winning self-catering apartments and enjoy the weekend with us?

Sat 1 Aug20:30Netherby Hall(8.4mi)

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Festivals & Events

Around £140

Eddie Bibby 3-Day Festival 5th

Eddie Bibby 3-Day Festival 5th 6th & 7th August 2026 30 Anglers Three Days – 5th 6th & 7th August 2026 Entry Fee £140 £40 Deposit to be paid by early July or before to Eddie or at the fishery Draw time: 8:45am prompt All in: 11am All out 5pm (Ring the fishery office only […]

Thu 6 AugBroom Camping Pods(6.5mi)

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John Keith Phillips Memorial Trophy

Four and One Angling Club _ John Keith Phillips Memorial Trophy Closed to club Standard Broom Match Rules Apply Match draw time: 9:00 All-in 11:00 All-out 16:30 Match organiser Karl

Sat 22 AugBroom Camping Pods(6.5mi)

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Community

The Fifth Sunday is different

Every fifth Sunday the Esk Parishes have a joint service which revolves around the parishes. In May it will be held at 2pm at Nicholforest Village hall as our annual Lamb Service and in August at 11 am at Arthuret.

Sun 30 Aug11:00Kirkandrews-on-Esk Church(8.1mi)

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Garden Open Day 2026 - Visit the Walled Garden

Community

Around £6

Garden Open Day 2026 - Visit the Walled Garden

We welcome you to visit on Monday 31st August as we open the doors again this year for the National Garden Scheme Open Day. Following from the success of the last National Garden Scheme Open Day in May 2023, and our 2024 and 2025 Open Garden Day. Come and join us in the grounds and meet our green fingered gardening team. Refreshments will be available on the day. You are invited to explore the grounds, which aren't open to public unless there is an event on, and witness the ongoing works in and around the grounds at Netherby Hall. Further Information Entry to the grounds is between 10am and 4pm, on Monday 31st August 2025. General Admission is £6 per person Tickets will available to book online soon

Mon 31 Aug11:00Netherby Hall(8.4mi)

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Central Scotland Coarse Angling Club - Gordon Alexander Clark 2026

Community

Around £90

Central Scotland Coarse Angling Club - Gordon Alexander Clark 2026

2026 Gordon Alexander Clark Central Scotland Coarse Angling Club memorial. Sunday 27 September 2026 Broom Fisheries I am so pleased to announce that we once again have the backing of our amazing sponsor Blakes Baits Match for thisBlakes Baits Matchks you so Blakes Baits Matchl the team at Blake’s for your continued generosity and support to […]

Sun 27 SeptBroom Camping Pods(6.5mi)

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Around £75

Gordon Clark Memorial Match

Gordon Clark Memorial Match 3 Man Teams – 27th September 2026 The match will be teams of 3 Entry fee at £75 per team (£25 an angler) to cover ticket fees and pools. The match will be limited to 42 pegs The draw will be done live on Facebook the night before the match Pegged […]

Sun 27 SeptBroom Camping Pods(6.5mi)

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SFCA Pairs Match

To enter this match please contact the match organiser Barry Young

Sun 18 OctBroom Camping Pods(6.5mi)

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Annan Harbour Action Group are thrilled to announce the start of a new Photography Group in Annan

Open to everyone aged 13 and up, this group is a fantastic opportunity to learn new skills, participate in our projects, gain valuable experience, and be part of the Saltire Awards. You’ll also have the chance to help us with events and take part in exhibitions! Led by Mike Evans, talented photographer, Men’s Shedder, and a very creative, active member of Annan Harbour Action Group. You can enjoy Mike’s work here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/ FIRST Group Meeting – Saturday 19th October 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 87 Port Street, Annan DG12 6BT Bring along: A photo you’ve taken (digital or print) A photo that inspires you (by someone else) Your camera or phone for snapping new shots Your ideas on how you’d like the group and your own photography to grow. Following the meeting we can have a photo walk and discuss what we have taken at the next meeting of the Annan Harbour Action Group Photographers. For more information, contact us at: .

Mon 19 OctAnnan Harbour Rowing Club(5.2mi)

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Dumfries, Scotland

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