Floors Castle Events
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION: THE FLOORS CASTLE GAME AND COUNTRY FAIR ( 30 & 31 AUGUST 2008) IS UNFORTUNATELY CANCELLED
Our next event is our much celebrated MASSED PIPE BANDS DAY - Sunday 24th August 2008
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Sunday the 24th of August sees a spectacular display at Kelso's Floors Castle in the heart of the Scottish Borders where over 200 pipes and drums will congregate for a spectacular musical gathering. The day begins with a lone piper playing a stirring lament from the castle ramparts, welcoming massed bands, townsfolk and visitors alike.
The massed bands parade in front of the castle plays to large and appreciative audiences, playing music passed down through the centuries, tunes which have given courage and inspiration to Scots on battlefields throughout the world. Now a well-established tradition in its 38h year, the Massed Pipe Bands Day was initiated by the present Duke's father who recognised in the spectacular setting of the Castle the most evocative backdrop for an event of this nature.
Also to be enjoyed in the main arena, will be a display of traditional Scottish dances as well as an amazing falconry display by one the most respected falconers in the country Adrian Hallgarth.
Other entertainment to keep the family busy will centre on estate activities. Archery, tractor and trailer rides around the grounds, a black Victorian pony and trap together with pony rides, face painting and bouncy castle will be laid on for the enjoyment of the young and young-at-heart.
This year also sees a delicious range of Floors Castle food produced on the estate by the Duke of Roxburghe's personal chef, Ian Collingbourne, and including traditional home baking, Castle marmalade, jams & relishes.
People attending the event will be invited to visit free of charge the fairytale Floors Castle home of the present Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe as well as go for a stroll in the atmospheric gardens and grounds.
A full day out for the family not to be missed.
Gates open at 11 am with the pipe bands marching into the main arena at 2.00pm. For a truly entertaining day come along on Sunday 24th August to the Floors Castle Massed Pipe Bands Day.
Prices :
Adult ticket : £7.00
Children ticket : £4.00
Family ticket : £18
THE FLOORS CASTLE GAME AND COUNTRY FAIR 2008
THIS EVENT IS UNFORTUNATELY CANCELLED
August 30th and 31st
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For all country sport enthusiasts and a fantastic day out for all the family ...
Rare breeds, rural crafts, clay shooting, archery, chainsaw carving, target shooting, fly fishing, dog shows. falconry, vintage fairground and much more ....
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Admission :
Adults : £8
Over 65's : £7
Under 16's : £3
Under 5's : FREE
Family ticket (2 adults & yp to 3 children) : £20
Open daily 9.00am-5.00 - Free parking
Credit card booking hotline (the events office) : 01751 473 780
Our main events for 2008 are :
* Thursday 14th of February : Journey of the Snowdrop
* Easter Sunday - 23 March : Easter Eggstravaganza
* Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 May : Floors Castle Horse Trials
* Sunday 24th of August : Massed Pipe Bands Day
* Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st of August : Floors Castle Game and Country Fair
* Tuesday 28th October : Autumn Herbaceous Planning
Contact : For further information and bookings, please contact the Roxburghe Estates Office on 01573 223 333
or email Sarah MacDonald :smacdonald@floorscastle.com
