Biggar Little Festival Blog

The Written Word

bamfordn 29/08/2018 0

With freedom, books, flowers and the moon, who could not be happy? What could be better than a good read? Meeting the people who create the books we love perhaps. Getting under the skin of the writing and the psyche of the creator. This year the Festival offers you the opportunity to meet some of Scotland's most lauded and respected writers of our time.Val McDermid needs little introduction...

The Spoken Word

bamfordn 27/08/2018 0

It is easy to name Scottish heroes throughout history. However there is one lesser known hero,The Reverend Donald Caskie, otherwise dubbed, The Tartan Pimpernel. A somewhat forgotten man, his WW2 exploits of courage, fortitude and acts of human endeavour deserve to be known.This is the true story of a Scottish Minister in France. In 1940 he helped to arrange the escape of British soldiers. He was ...

Get Crafty

bamfordn 26/08/2018 0

Want to hone your skills? Try something new? Check this list of arts and crafts workshops and take your pick: Biggar Stitches are hosting a number of workshops. Quilted Patchwork Cushion Cover and Cozies for Microwaveable and Snack Bowls are under the skilled instruction of Kim Higgins. Or, have fun with Free Motion Embroidery (see illustration, left) guided by experienced artist Patricia West....

Hit the Road

bamfordn 21/08/2018 0

Biggar Little Festival supporters: look out for the Open Studios Trail flier as it is now in circulation. The trail is in its fifth year and goes from strength to strength. 2018 sees 20 artists with much to offer and we're delighted to welcome 6 new studios. Have a look at all the artists and their work here.This showcase of amazing talent gives you the chance to visit them at their studios/homes,...

Will you get INVOLVed

allison_s 15/08/2018 0

Will you get INVOLVEd? We don't expect a lot, just as few or as many hours as you can give will be gratefully received. There are all sorts of jobs to be done: staffing the box office; distributing promotional material; assisting at festival events...the list goes on! Whatever you think you can do, let us know. To find out more visit the website or contact us at info@biggarlittlefestival.com Can't...

Andy Fairweather Low and the Lowriders

allison_s 20/10/2017 0

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! ANDY FAIRWEATHER LOW AND THE LOWRIDERS RETURN TO BIGGAR LITTLE FESTIVAL!They quickly sold out online and it's no surprise given the bands impressive history! Having played alongside names like Paul McCartney, Eric Clapton, Ringo Starr, Nik Kershaw and BB King, Andy is known worldwide as 'guitarist to the stars'! They are on tour this year and performed earlier this year ...

A Night of Comedy with Scott Gibson

allison_s 20/10/2017 0

A NIGHT OF COMEDY WITH SCOTT GIBSONGlasgow born and bred comedian Scott Gibson comes to Biggar. Scott first came onto the comedy scene in 2010 and hasn't looked back! With his own brand of dark humour, Scott has proven to be a unique story-teller and quickly captures any room! In 2015 his debut show 'Life After Death' sold out and the following year he was awarded 'Best Newcomer' at the Edi...

Biggar Little Festival

allison_s 17/10/2017 0

It's that time of year, Christmas is in sight, Halloween is just around corner and the kids are off school! What are you gonna do?? Well worry not we've sorted it all out and pulled out all the stops for a fabulous BIGGAR LITTLE FESTIVAL 2017. It's the Little Festival that's just a little bit BIGGAR! We have so much in store for every member of the family and it all starts this week! Theat...

Biggar Day Out

allison_s 08/10/2017 0

BIGGAR DAY OUT This year's Biggar Day Out takes place on Sunday 22nd October. A highlight of the festival, and a day where we pull out all the stops to welcome you to the town for a fabulous family day out. Among the many events you can look forward to will be our food fayre, craft fayre, street entertainment and many art exhibitions and shows. Take the kids to get their face painted and go on...

Game's a Bogey

lorraine 04/10/2017 0

Game's a Bogey, the man in the lobby, come out, come out, wherever you are? What’s your potential? Do you have what it takes to pass the assessment?In Game's a Bogey you will be tried and tested; no questions asked given or taken. You must be the best you, have the best team and prove the ones with the most POTENTIAL.We at the Professional Institute of Potential shall be watching you! Let the game...