What's on in Shenval

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Workshops & Classes

2686 Online Masterclass: Narrative Non-Fiction - Writing from Observation with Neil Ansell

How do we translate personal experience into prose which makes the reader feel as if they were there with you?

Wed 5 Aug20:00Moniack Mhor(9.1mi)

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Around £35

Listen to the Loch

Child £25 Listen to the Loch Experience an exclusive 1-hour Loch Ness cruise hosted by Alan McKenna of Loch Ness Exploration. Enjoy stunning views of Urquhart Castle while uncovering the loch’s history, myths, and the legend of Nessie - then listen beneath the surface with a 60-foot hydrophone, revealing the loch’s mysterious underwater world. About this Event Why not embark on a truly unique boat trip on Loch Ness aboard Deepscan. Joining this cruise is Alan McKenna of Loch Ness Exploration, who will demonstrate the use of a 60-foot hydrophone - an advanced listening device that allows you to hear the mysterious sounds echoing from the depths as we continue the search for the elusive creature. Listen closely as subtle echoes and vibrations reveal a realm rarely experienced by human ears - from unexplained sounds to the natural movements within this enigmatic environment. Each moment offers a deeper connection to the loch and its enduring mysteries. What to Expect - A 1-hour cruise on Loch Ness aboard the Deepscan vessel - Listen to the Loch with a Hydrophone demonstration with Alan Mckenna of Loch Ness Exploration - Onboard sonar equipment used during the journey - Views across the loch, including Urquhart Castle - Indoor cabin and outdoor deck viewing areas - Small group experience (maximum 11 guests) Plan Your Visit - When: This special event only runs on selected dates.

Sat 8 AugDeepscan Cruises by Loch Ness Experience(6.4mi)

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Uncover the Mystery for Less

Thanks to the Government’s Great British Summer Savings initiative, our ticket prices have been reduced from 25 June to 1 September 2026 . No codes. No catches. The savings are already included in the price you see! Close

Tue 1 SeptDeepscan Cruises by Loch Ness Experience(6.4mi)

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Workshops & Classes

Great Fundraising Masterclass - Melbourne

The Great Fundraising Masterclass : Melbourne is an intensive, in-depth seminar that offers action-orientated training that will create ideas, unite teams and unlock solutions to the challenges that stop you achieving mission-driven income growth.

Tue 1 Sept09:00Revolutionise International(12.2mi)

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Webinaire-déjeuner des dirigeants

Animé par Sylvia Costantini, Revolutionise International Rejoignez-nous pendant votre pause déjeuner pour un webinaire exclusif d'une heure destiné aux dirigeants d'associations qui souhaitent explorer de nouvelles pistes pour développer leur croissance de manière audacieuse, transformationnelle et

Tue 15 Sept12:30Revolutionise International(12.2mi)

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Biofluorescent Night Walk

As seen in BBC news! After the last event’s popularity, we’re pleased to welcome back nature guide David Atthowe for an extraordinary adventure into the fascinating world of biofluorescence! Biofluorescence is a unique phenomenon where certain organisms emit light in different colors than the ones they absorb, and we will embark on a guided walk to discover this captivating natural phenomenon up close.

Tue 22 SeptDundreggan Rewilding Centre(10.5mi)

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Highland C èilidh

The full scoop on Highland C èilidh lives over on Dundreggan Rewilding Centre's site. We're just the friendly messenger.

Sat 3 OctDundreggan Rewilding Centre(10.5mi)

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Workshops & Classes

2687 Online Masterclass: Writing for Audio - Arresting Character with Sebastian Baczkiewicz

This Masterclass will provide a fun and practical method of finding out more about your character by asking them some detailed and searching questions.

Wed 21 Oct19:30Moniack Mhor(9.1mi)

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Highland C èilidh

Join us for a lively Highland Cèilidh at the Dundreggan Rewilding Centre! Enjoy an unforgettable evening of cèilidh dancing and songs in Scottish Gaelic and English, led by acclaimed musician Brian Ó hEadhra. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a complete beginner, everyone is welcome – bring your friends and family for a true taste of Highland hospitality and culture!

Sat 31 OctDundreggan Rewilding Centre(10.5mi)

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Skulls and Bones with Dan Puplett

If you enjoy spending time out in nature you may well come across animal bones and be curious to find out more about them. In this workshop you will learn how to identify a range of skulls and bones. We will also look at how to work out where on the animal they came from and even what they can tell us about the animal’s state of health, age and more! This workshop will be led by naturalist Dan Puplett of Dan Puplett Nature Awareness , and is for nature lovers of all ages!

Sun 29 NovDundreggan Rewilding Centre(10.5mi)

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Fascinating Feathers

Many of us encounter feathers when we’re out and about and then want to know which birds they belong to. In this workshop you will learn feather identification as well as how to tell which part of the bird’s body a feather has come from. We will also cover some fascinating feather biology along with tips on how to read clues about the bird’s age and state of health. Feathers can even tell us if a bird was eaten and who ate it! This workshop will be led by naturalist Dan Puplett of Dan Puplett Nature Awareness , and is for nature lovers of all ages!

Sun 29 NovDundreggan Rewilding Centre(10.5mi)

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Workshops & Classes

2688 Online Masterclass: Gothic Fiction with C. J. Cooke

Join CJ Cooke to immerse yourself in the gothic and learn how to write atmospheric, eerie, supernatural fiction.

Tue 1 Dec18:30Moniack Mhor(9.1mi)

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Community

Community Cafe at Farr Hall

22 July 2026 - 23 July 2026 - 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Wed 22 JulFarr Community Hall(17.9mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

Mobile Library Farr Community Hall

22 July 2026 - 9:45 am - 10:30 am Farr Community Hall Inverarnie Park Farr

Wed 22 Jul10:45Farr Community Hall(17.9mi)

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Fàilte @ Cultarlann

Fàilte @ Cultarlann – our community cafaidh with 30minute Gaelic lessions – Every Wednesday from 10-12

Wed 22 Jul11:00Cultarlann Inbhir Nis(18.9mi)

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Chanonry Quaich #04 19:30 (1 race)

The Chanonry Quaich is a series of 11 handicap races on a Wednesday evening. One dinghy race of up to 90 minutes is planned starting at 19:30, or 19:00 in September, so be on the start line for then. Details of our racing are on the website at http://www.chanonry.org.uk/dinghy-racing.html where you'll find a link to the Sailing Instructions and Courses. If you'd like to take advantage of the safety boat on the water we welcome recreational sailing during racing events. Sign up on this page/window and note "Not Racing" after your name or in a Comment to this event.

Wed 22 Jul20:30Chanonry Sailing Club(25.7mi)

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Arts & Culture

Meet Taran the Pict with Andrew Newton

22 & 23 July / 5 & 6 August, 11am - 3pm, Room to Discover, Drop In

Thu 23 JulInverness Museum & Art Gallery(18.8mi)

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More about Shenval

Inverness, Scotland

Shenval is in Inverness, 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 Shenval 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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