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What's on in Big Sand

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Big Sand.

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Community

Around £5 / £4 with family membership

Drawing Adventure Walks

Explore nature on a drawing adventure in Lews Castle Grounds. Children will make drawings and rubbings, collect interesting finds, and document their adventure.

Fri 24 JulAn Lanntair(39.1mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Dance

Around £5

Line Dancing

A great way to make new friends while learning a new skill...and having a boogie. Suitable for all abilities. £5 a class, pay on the day.

Fri 24 JulAn Crùbh(41.7mi)

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Dance

Around £5

Line Dancing

A great way to make new friends while learning a new skill...and having a boogie. Suitable for all abilities. £5 a class, pay on the day. For more info, email Mo Macquarrie \n

Fri 24 Jul14:00An Crùbh(41.7mi)

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Community

AVAILABLE

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Fri 24 Jul14:30DMV EVENTS GAMING PARTY(40.3mi)

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Likely freeLive Music

Forecourt Sessions – The Broken Ravens

Join us for an alfresco afternoon performance from The Broken Ravens. Whether you’re passing by, meeting friends, or looking for a soundtrack to your Saturday afternoon, come and enjoy some fantastic live music on our forecourt.

Sat 25 JulAn Lanntair(39.1mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Theatre

Around £65

Theatre Summer School

An Lanntair will run a week long creative course for young people to devise and perform a unique piece of theatre. Drama practitioners will lead workshops in performance skills, devising a new story, rehearsing the created piece and preparing the cast to perform to an audience.

Sat 25 JulAn Lanntair(39.1mi)

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Community

AVAILABLE

Filed under: AVAILABLE at DMV EVENTS GAMING PARTY looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Sat 25 Jul13:30DMV EVENTS GAMING PARTY(40.3mi)

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Community

AVAILABLE

DMV EVENTS GAMING PARTY hasn't given us the full script, but AVAILABLE has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Sat 25 Jul17:30DMV EVENTS GAMING PARTY(40.3mi)

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Community

E Tournament and Gaming Day

Get ready for an exciting day of gaming at An Lanntair! Developed and organised by the An Lanntair Youth Board in partnership with OH!CON, this fun-filled event celebrates gaming for all ages and abilities. Whether you’re a seasoned player, curious beginner or simply want to watch the action, there’s something for everyone. Retro Gaming Arcade… More…

Mon 27 JulAn Lanntair(39.1mi)

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Community

Around £5 / £4 with family membership

Summer Rhythm Club

Explore the rich and diverse world of rhythm across musical genres and cultures. This interactive class will take you on a journey through music from around the world, discovering how different communities use rhythm to express identity, tradition, and creativity. You’ll learn about the history, sound, and notation of a variety of rhythmic styles, building both understanding and practical skills.

Tue 28 JulAn Lanntair(39.1mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Sports & Fitness

South Skye Table Tennis

Join fun sessions with the South Skye Table Tennis Group on every Wednesday evenings 7-9PM. All are welcome. Email for more info.

Wed 29 JulAn Crùbh(41.7mi)

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Sports & Fitness

South Skye Table Tennis

Join fun sessions with the South Skye Table Tennis Group on every Wednesday evenings 7-9PM. All are welcome. Email for more info.\n

Wed 29 Jul19:00An Crùbh(41.7mi)

via An Crùbh

Community

Communion: Dingwall

The post Communion: Dingwall appeared first on Free Presbyterian Church of Scotland.

Thu 30 JulFree Presbyterian Church of Scotland(45.7mi)

via Free Presbyterian Church of Scotland

Theatre

LMPA - Make a Musical

TUESDAY 28TH - THURSDAY 30TH JULY

Thu 30 JulLAS(28.6mi)

via LASLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Botannical Printing Creative Art Workshop I Learning- 30/7

Botanical Printing Workshop

Thu 30 JulSkye Bridge Studios(31.9mi)

via Skye Bridge StudiosLocal gem

Community

Toy Story 5

An Lanntair is putting on Toy Story 5 and we're making sure you know about it. Job done. Details on their site.

Thu 30 JulAn Lanntair(39.1mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Community

Art Studio

Creative Summer art studio sessions for young people age 12 – 16 led by artist Kirsten Mcilroy. Each day will start with observational drawing which you will develop into expressive painting, printmaking and ceramic artworks. The Art Studio will be held in An Lanntair’s art room and outdoors in Stornoway (weather dependent).

Thu 30 JulAn Lanntair(39.1mi)

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More about Big Sand

Ross and Cromarty, Scotland

Big Sand is in Ross and Cromarty, 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 Big Sand 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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