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Perthshire Amber Festival
Dougie MacLean, internationally renowned songwriter and composer of 'Caledonia' has developed this unique festival which shares his inspiring music and showcases his musical friends in the very beautiful scenery of his native land.
Autumn Speyside Whisky Festival
Talks, tours, distillery visits, ceilidhs and loads of good craic at the heart of Scotland's whisky country. The best of Scotland's culture is on show alongside the celebration of its national drink, with music, dancing, exhibitions, pipe bands and food and craft fairs.
Wigtown Book Festival, Galloway
A unique opportunity to get up close and personal with some of the UK's best-loved writers and performers.
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Well done to @edintfest and #bosfireworks for a spectacular end to the Edinburgh Festival season!
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RT @ArchScot: @VisitScotland Scottish Archaeology Month events across Scotland this month too http://bit.ly/cEHktA
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Forks and knives at the ready... Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight launches in Dundee http://fb.me/IqHGjeJU
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The Tattoo stands are starting to come down. This is the last time for these stands, as new grandstands are in the ...