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www.obanwinterfestival.com
Photo: D MacMillan
Photos: C Cooper
20th - 29th November
2015
FESTIVAL PROGRAMME
SiMBA was formed in 2005 to support bereaved
parents. SiMBA is about memories. We help
parents gather precious items for their Memory
Box which we provide. We understand the
importance of spending time with the baby in our
Family Room. Adding a leaf on our Tree of
Tranquility shows parents that they are not alone
with their loss and acts as a place to remember and reflect. Our
charity aims to reach as many maternity and neonatal units as
possible to enhance the bereavement service they already offer and
help parents rebuild their shattered lives.
The Oban support group, run by Susan Simpson, SiMBA Highland
Ambassador, takes place at the Regent Hotel, Oban on the last
Friday of each month from 7pm - 9pm (not in December). For
further information please contact Susan on 07771 358382
or 01631 720107. Or you can e-mail:
simbahighland @gmail.com
Join us at Oban Phoenix Cinema
on Saturday 28th November for a
special showing of ‘FROZEN’.
(See page 18 for details)
WELCOME TO OBAN WINTER FESTIVAL 2015
Now in its 5th year, Oban Winter Festival has grown to accommodate an
extensive programme of events aimed at people of all ages. It is a ten
day celebration of Oban’s unique culture and community with street
parades, international and local performance acts, fire artists, crafts,
skills, pipers, lantern parades and family fun. We hope that young and
old can join the fun together.
Festival action takes place mainly in the centre of town where getting
from place to place is very easy. Discover Oban’s great shopping and
the bars and restaurants that make this town tick. Take a tour of the local
distillery to sample local malts, or enjoy a relaxing coffee in one of our
many cafes while soaking up the beautiful view of the bay.
For those seeking a more refined entertainment, there are various
literary, language, cinema, music and theatrical events throughout the
festival, offering a chance to learn, participate and celebrate our culture.
For those seeking action, there will be a chance to get involved in
outdoor sports, join in circus skills workshops, dance at a ceilidh,
witness fire art, tour the Horror Gallery and much more.
Should you choose to stay overnight in Oban to enjoy one or more of the
Winter Festival events there are various options for your stay, from top
class hotels and apartments in the town centre to the many excellent
b e d a n d b r e a k f a s t s . Yo u c a n f i n d m o r e d e t a i l s a t
www.visitscotland.com or www.oban.org.uk so why not join the biggest
winter party in the West.
Photo: D. MacMillan
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EXHIBITIONS
MEMORIES MATTER
Rockfield Oral History Final Exhibition
Supported by Heritage Lottery Fund &
Argyll & Bute Council Third Sector Grant
Over the past few months the Rockfield Centre’s oral history
project has been collecting stories and memories from those who
attended Rockfield School during the period 1945 - 55. This
exhibition features personal anecdotes, games, photographs,
and objects which bring to life Oban’s post war period through
the eyes of children. The exhibition also includes fun & interactive
activities making this event suitable for all the family.
Runs: Friday 20th to Sunday 22nd November 10am - 4pm
Free Entry
OBAN WAR AND PEACE MUSEUM
A fascinating display of memorabilia and photographs depicting
Oban’s heritage over the years including the important role played
by the town during World War 2, can be found at Oban War and
Peace Museum on the Esplanade, next to the Regent Hotel.
There is also a DVD tour of the local area to give you ideas of
where to visit.
We are open from 10am - 4pm daily including Sunday during the
Winter Festival. Admission is free but, if you enjoy your visit, a
donation would be appreciated
ART EXHIBITION
WEIRD SISTERS
An exhibition by local artist Alice Strange
Inspired by the three sisters in Shakespeare’s MacBeth
Puffin Dive Shop, George Street, Oban (opposite cinema)
10am - 5pm daily
Saturday 21st - Saturday 28th November
Free Entry
Photo: D MacMillan 2013
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FRIDAY 20th NOVEMBER
TAKE A TOUR
See the sights in Oban and surrounding area. Unique Camper Van
Tour which will take in the best views and interesting buildings.
Light hearted, informative and fun with a surprise or two!
Pick up outside Oban Tourist Information Centre, North Pier.
4 persons per tour. 10am and 2pm.
Tour lasts approximately 2 hours.
Tickets £12 Concessions £10 To book call: 07769 637 754
WINTERSAFE AT WINTERFEST
Come along to the Children’s Winter Safety stall for games, activities, useful
giveaways, information and advice on being safe and seen this Winter. Have
you taken part in our poster competition?
The winner will be announced at 5pm - it could be you!!
Stafford Street - 4pm to 5.30pm
BALLET WEST WINTER WONDERLAND
Showcasing Ballet Wests’ full company from
beginners to advanced level.
“An annual delight...”
Corran Halls, Oban at 7.00pm Doors open 6.30pm
Tickets £12 Concessions £10 from Corran Halls box office
01631 567333
WHISKY TASTING
A tasting evening consisting of rare and unique
single malt whiskies from around Scotland.
£10 off all purchases on the evening.
Tickets £10 per person
Tickets available from shop beforehand or on the night.
Oban Whisky and Fine Wines, Stafford Street, Oban. 7pm
Photo: D. MacMillan
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SATURDAY 21st NOVEMBER
GAELIC BOOKBUG
Learn Gaelic with your child in a fun and informal way
through action songs, rhymes and stories.
Furan Gaelic Centre
Corran Halls
10.30am
Free
TAKE A TOUR
4 persons per tour. 10am and 2pm. Tour lasts approximately 2 hours.
Tickets £12 Concessions £10
To book call: 07769 637 754
PUTTING PICTURES TO WORDS
Father and daughter in law duo Sir Roy Cameron and Jessica
Stanford Cameron write and illustrate children’s books. Together
they have published the books ‘A Highland Boyhood in Ardnamurchan’,
‘The Tale of Jessie the Highland Cow’, ‘I Once Had a Chimpanzee’ and
‘I Once Had a Chimpanzee’ - colouring book.
Books will be available to purchase along with greetings cards of
illustrations from the books.
Oban Phoenix Cinema, 140 George Street, Oban. 10.30am
Free Entry
FUN CHRISTMAS SCIENCE EVENT
Fun science day at the Ocean Explorer Centre, Dunstaffnage, with a diverse
programme of science performances from sea storytelling and marine science
demonstrations to talks and games. Make your own ocean themed Christmas
decorations. Enjoy a visit to the fabulous Café Scientifique and find the
Christmas present with a difference. From luxury Crubag textiles & ocean
jewellery to educational toys,and books.
Entry: £3 adult / £2 child
(includes craft materials and performances)
11am - 4pm
ARGYLL ANIMAL AID
CRAFT FAYRE
A variety of stalls showcasing Crafts and Christmas gifts
Corran Halls, Oban
11am - 3pm
Free Entry
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OBAN WINTER FESTIVAL SCOTTISH FOOD & CRAFT MARKET
A feast of food & drink from local producers including
Confectionary, Meat, Fish, Pies and Preserves.
Cookery Demonstrations and Live Music from Barrowband
Oban Distillery Cask Room.
10am - 4pm
Free Entry
CHARITY SALE
ST JOHN’S CATHEDRAL, OBAN
Home baking, books, bric a brac, tea, coffee and raffle.
11am - 3pm
OBAN WINTER FESTIVAL VICTORIAN MARKET
Annual themed market with a unique array of handmade goods and gifts.
Outdoor Food Stalls & Santa’s Postbox.
Caledonian Hotel, Station Square, Oban.
12 noon - 7.30pm
Free Entry
Santa’s Post Box will be in the Caledonian Hotel
(behind reception)
for the duration of the Festival.
ROLLER DISCO
Atlantis Leisure,
Dalriach Road, Oban.
2pm - 4pm
£3.50
Booking Essential
REINDEER PARADE
(Organised by BID4OBAN)
Santa and his Reindeer leave the Corran Halls
at 5pm for Station Square.
Come and join the parade.
Enjoy the entertainment.
See the Christmas Lights ‘Switch On’
At 6pm
in Station Square.
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COSTA COFFEE MUSIC
Store open for business as usual.
Featuring Oban Spotlight Group
Festive singing, free samples and FUN
Raffle 6.30pm - 8.30pm
COMEDIENNE
Bettine
A one woman stand up comedy show
Studio Theatre
Tickets £6 from Corran Halls
Doors open 8pm
WINTER WARMUP
Chunks, Signal Fires, Antics, K9 Kev,
Citizen 9, Lush Puppies
Hosted by Pat Steeeman
Argyllshire Gathering Halls
from
Dolce Vita, Kinetic Studios and Oban Bay Chip Shop
7.30pm
Proceeds to Refugee Council
SUNDAY 22nd NOVEMBER
TAKE A TOUR
LADIES DAY
Fun, Fashion and Beauty
Limited VIP tickets available
Great Western Hotel, Esplanade, Oban
Tickets: £5 1pm - 4pm
VIP £10 12pm - 4pm
Tickets available from Spruce, John Street, Oban
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SUNDAY22nd
22ndNovember
NOVEMBER
Saturday
WHISKY TASTING NIGHT AT THE WHISKY CELLAR
A special whisky night at Oban’s only whisky bar.
Over 100 single malt whiskies to taste.
With assistance from our experienced staff.
Special prices and whisky flights exclusively for the
Winter Festival.
Open at 6pm
FISH AND SHIPS
The Three Wee Crows Theatre Company will be popping up
all over Oban on Sunday 22nd November to perform Fish and Ships,
written for us by Len Brown originally for Oban’s 200th anniversary a
couple of years ago, now updated to 2015.
Fish and Ships tells Oban’s story over the past two centuries and the
medium of ‘pop up theatre’ or ‘street theatre’ allows us to perform
anywhere and at any time, depending on the weather.
Some locations will be announced on the Winter Festival website.
Other locations may be a complete surprise.
There will be no charge but donations will be most welcome.
DUNOLLIE MAKES CHRISTMAS
1pm - 4pm
Traditional crafts, carol singing, festive food and drink and handmade
gifts. Join us for a magical afternoon, guaranteed to get you in the
Christmas spirit. New for 2015: Come and follow Dunollie’s first
family fun ‘Reindeer Trail’ and uncover the secrets of Christmas’s past.
The trail is self led. Last entry is 3.45pm. No booking necessary.
Outdoor clothing and footwear recommended.
Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds in partnership with
Oban Winter Festival.
For more info: www.dunollie.org
CHRISTMAS AT THE KITCHEN GARDEN
Kitchen Garden
George Street, Oban.
Food Demonstrations
Food & Drink Sampling
“Lock-in” with Personal Shopper
Tickets £10
Admission by ticket only - available from Kitchen Garden
All proceeds to local charities
7pm
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SUNDAY 22nd NOVEMBER
TEDDY TIFFIN’S FESTIVE FUNTIME
AT COSTA COFFEE
Child friendly event
Store open for business as usual
Festive Lucky Dip, Face Painting, Raffle, Festive Feast Boxes
and more fun.
2pm - 4pm
MONDAY 23rd NOVEMBER
BOOKWEEK SCOTLAND @ THE WINTER FESTIVAL
Urban Noir Showcase with Arne Dahl, Eva Dola & Stuart Neville.
Hailing from Stockholm, Belfast and Peterborough, join the above
crime novelists as they discuss the contemporary anxieties they
explore in their works of urban crime fiction. Their novels tackle a
range of urgent, hot button issues from immigration, terrorism and
the fate of refugees, to the effects of violence on those left behind.
These three celebrated writers will share their inspirations, reveal
their writing secrets and answer your questions in a lively discussion.
Corran Halls Studio Theatre
12.30pm - 2pm
Tickets are free. Contact Oban Library or 01631 571444 to book place.
Kitchen Garden
Food Demonstrations
Tickets £10
7pm
GAELIC TASTER SESSION FOR BEGINNERS
Learn some Gaelic words and phrases in a fun, informal way.
Furan Gaelic Centre
Corran Halls
7pm - 8.30pm
Free
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MONDAY 23rd NOVEMBER
MAREK’S CONCERT IN THE CAFE
Local Pianist Marek Kochmanski entertains with a selection of
classical piano favourites, complimented by stunning landscape
photographs from local photographers.
Corran Halls Studio Theatre Bar 7.30pm
Admission: Adults £4 Concessions £3 on the door
THE LAST MAN IN EUROPE : Norman Bissell
A talk and readings from the novel by Norman Bissell about the
last years in the life of George Orwell on Jura and elsewhere.
followed by a showing of the film adaptation
‘1984’ starring John Hurt and Richard Burton
You may have read it..but if you haven’t seen it..now is your chance.
Oban Phoenix Cinema 6.30pm Adults £6 Concessions £4 VIP £7
www.obanphoenix.com
‘BROOKLYN’
Oban Phoenix Cinema presents
the new Silver Screen Movies
A film set in 1950’s Ireland and New York where a girl has to choose
between two countries and two men.
2pm
Admission £2.50 Tea and cake.
Suitable for retirees (but not exclusively)
Sponsored by OLDS
TUESDAY 24th NOVEMBER
GAELIC SINGING WORKSHOP
Learn some Gaelic songs in a fun, informal way.
Furan Gaelic Centre
Corran Halls
7pm - 8.30pm
Free
Kitchen Garden, George Street, Oban.
Food Demonstrations
Tickets £10
7pm
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TUESDAY 24th NOVEMBER
‘A TASTE OF SCOTLAND’
An evening of Highland dancing celebrating Scotland’s Year
of Food and Drink featuring:
Sinclair School of Dance, Laura Munro School of Dance,
and Appin School of Dance. Corran Halls 7pm
Tickets £6 Concessions £4 from Corran Halls
WEDNESDAY 25th NOVEMBER
THE ROCKFIELD CENTRE
CHEESE & WINE CHARITY AUCTION WITH LIVE MUSIC
Supported by the Oban Bay Hotel
Great Christmas gifts whilst supporting a local charity
Auctioneer: Donald Morrison Tickets £5
To preview items on offer and buy a ticket go to:
www.obancommunitiestrust.org.uk
or call in to the Rockfield huts or The Oban Bay Hotel
7pm for 7.30pm
TODDLERS WINTER PLAY GARDEN
A specially landscaped ambient play area for tots and
toddlers to play and explore. With games and surprises.
Created with help from TLC - The Landscape Centre
Old Rockfield School Playground
Admission Free
GAELIC SINGING WORKSHOP
Learn some Gaelic songs in a fun, informal way.
Furan Gaelic Centre
Corran Halls
7pm - 8.30pm Free
Photo: D. Livingstone
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THURSDAY 26th NOVEMBER
FEALLA-DHA (FURAN FAMILY FUN)
Songs, stories and rhymes in Gaelic for children.
Hosted by the Pioghaid the gaelic speaking parrot.
Furan Gaelic Centre, Corran Halls 11am
Free
FARPAIS-CHEIST FURAN (FURAN GAELIC QUIZ)
5 rounds. Amazing prizes!
A great night for all the family.
Studio Theatre Bar, Corran Halls 7.30pm
Entry £2
Admission Free
THE ROCKFIELD HORROR PICTURE SHOW (15)
at old Rockfield School from 7pm
Expect frights!...As your group tours an exhibition celebrating the history
of horror. Witness the evolution of ‘all things scary’ and how ‘cinema’ has
taken the stories and faces of horror into our everyday lives. Search for
exhibits as you are guided through the three interactive galleries of the
‘Re-animation Lab’,the ‘Witches Broom’ and the ‘Cult of Horror’. Prepare
your senses to be shocked as you are taken into the famous horror
situations. Created by local designers, scientists and artistes.
Sorry grown ups only - certificate 15
Booking essential
Max groups of 8
LATE NIGHT SHOPPING IN TOWN
Special pre Xmas offers, music in cafes.
Get out and grab yourself a bargain!
CHRISTMAS GIFT WRAPPING DEMO
Alba, Albany Street, Oban.
Great ideas for festive wrapping.
Come and enjoy our hospitality.
ALBA - your one stop Christmas Shop.
6pm -9pm
Free Entry
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THURSDAY 26th NOVEMBER
COCKTAIL NIGHT AT THE WHISKY CELLAR
Come and try one of our unique cocktails. With 15 house cocktails, you
can choose one of our original whisky based cocktails or go for a classic
Mojito or Daiquiri. Special prices and new additions to the cocktail list
exclusively for the Winter Festival.
Open from 6pm
PURDIES OF OBAN NIGHT
7pm - 9pm
Annual Charity Evening 10% off Discount Evening
Free Demonstrations / Samples / Entertainment / Drinks & Nibbles
Luxury Giftbag for the first 20 customers.
Admission by silver collection.
Proceeds to Oban High School Pipe Band
FEEL GOOD IN YOUR SKIN
Dolce Vita, George Street, Oban
Come and feel good in your skin, inside and out, and learn
about pure, safe and beneficial products.
Experience Arbonne Swiss skincare cosmetics & the nutrition range.
Make-up demo by Niki Currie.
20% discount on all Arbonne products ordered on the night.
6.30pm - 8.30pm Tickets £5 from Dolce Vita
COFFE, CAKES & CHRISTMAS CHORUS
Costa Coffee, Station Square, Oban
Featuring ‘Seil Sound’
Festive Singing, Free samples & Fun Raffle
Silver Collection
6.30pm - 8.30pm
Store open for business as usual.
Cultural Connections presents
AN AUDIENCE WITH MR AND MRS ANDREW CARNEGIE
A drama with live music. Dunfermline born Andrew Carnegie
emigrated to America when he was 12. By 35 he was a millionaire
and by 65 the world’s richest man. He then gave it all away. The
drama reveals the often controversial story of how he did it. Actors
play Carnegie, his wife Louise and the interviewer, and the show
includes live music.
Oban Library 7pm Admission Free
(advance tickets from library essential)
www.cultural-connections.co.uk
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TAKE A TOUR
Admission Free
THE FISHERMAN AND THE SEAL
by Yugen Puppet Company
Based on the myths and legends of the Scottish Selkie, Yugen
Puppet Company tells the comic tale of a lonely fisherman falling
in love with a seal and how in matters of love, things don’t always
go according to plan. Using hand crafted puppets and striking
shadow sillhouettes with music from the past, Yugen Puppet
Company puts its own twist on this usually tragic Scottish fairy
tale. This show is suitable for ages 5+ and is a great family
show which lasts 45 minutes.
6.30pm - doors open 6pm
Venue: Corran Halls
WHISKY TASTING
A tasting evening consisting of rare and unique
single malt whiskies from around Scotland.
£10 off all purchases on the evening.
Tickets £10 per person
Tickets available from shop beforehand or on the night.
Oban Whisky and Fine Wines, Stafford Street, Oban. 7pm
OBAN CHOCOLATE COMPANY HOSTS
CHOCOLATE COATED CHRISTMAS SONGS
An informal relaxed evening with local musicians playing a selection
of festive music. Complimentary mug of mulled wine as well as
Christmas chocolates and truffles.
Tickets £6 from Oban Chocolate Company, 34 Corran Esplanade
Tel. 01631 566099
7.30pm - 9pm
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THE ROCKFIELD HORROR PICTURE SHOW (15)
at old Rockfield School from 7pm
Expect frights!...As your group tours an exhibition celebrating the history
of horror. Witness the evolution of ‘all things scary’ and how ‘cinema’ has
taken the stories and faces of horror into our everyday lives. Search for
exhibits as you are guided through the three interactive galleries of the
‘Re-animation Lab’,the ‘Witches Broom’ and the ‘Cult of Horror’. Prepare
your senses to be shocked as you are taken into the famous horror
situations. Created by local designers, scientists and artistes.
Sorry grown ups only - certificate 15
Booking essential
Max groups of 8
DRAGONFLY PEARLS
The Ark, Airds Crescent, Oban
Beautiful freshwater pearls hand knotted with Swarovski
crystal and finished with Italian clasps, necklaces, bracelets and
earrings. The earrings are made with Balinese silver, pearls and
crystals and are suitable for all ages, young and old, at very reasonable
prices. Who will have a lucky ticket and win pearl earrings?
7.30pm - 9pm Tickets £2 from The Ark
COMEDY NIGHT
Featuring stand up comics Keir McAllister, Paul Sneddon
& Mark Nelson
Tickets £10
Doors open 8pm
Also: Question and Answer session with Keir, Paul & Mark
6pm in the Whisky Cellar Bar (Regent Hotel) - this event is free
To register to attend free event go to:
Facebook - TheComedyNightOban
SATURDAY 28th NOVEMBER
OBAN WINTER FESTIVAL SCOTTISH FOOD & CRAFT MARKET
A feast of food and drink from local producers with local artists
showcasing their handmade goods. Cookery demonstration by
Scott Davies, Head Chef at the Three Chimneys Restaurant,
Isle of Skye.
Live Music and Fun
Oban Distillery Cask Room
10am - 4pm
Free Entry
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TAKE A TOUR
4 persons per tour. 10am and 2pm.
Tour lasts approximately 2 hours.
To book call: 07769 637 754
CHARITY SALE
St John’s Cathedral Hall
To include tea, coffee, baking stall,book stall,
bric a brac & raffle.
11am - 3pm
WINTER WONDERLAND
Location: Ganavan Woodland near Oban
Get into the Christmas spirit at our winter wonderland.
Meet Santa, make Christmas tree crafts and lots more.
Joint event with Stramash as part of the Oban Winter Festival.
Please see posters and online at www.forestry.gov.uk/scotland
For more info. No booking required - open event
Cost - small charge applies - see posters and website
12pm - 3pm
OBAN PHOENIX CINEMA
Come and join us for a special one off showing of Disney’s ‘Frozen’
and sing your heart out for SIMBA
Fancy Dress Competition, Raffle and Golden Ticket Prize
Doors open 12 noon Film begins 12.30
Adults £4 Children £3
All proceeds to SIMBA
OBAN YOUTH CAFE
George Street, Oban
‘Frozen’ themed Coffee Shop
Tea, coffee and frozen themed baking. Frozen themed face painting.
There will be a raffle, Christmas cards hand made by the youngsters
and a toddler area with activities.
12 noon - 3pm
Everything is donation only.
Queen Elsa will make an appearance again too!
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STRICTLY AFTERNOON TEA DANCE
Glencruitten Church Hall
3pm - 5pm
An afternoon of dancing with Magdelana.
Tickets £5 including afternoon tea, available from
Argyll Voluntary Action, High Street Oban
or on the door.
TARTAN DASH
Pick up a sponsor form from Atlantis prior to the event and
run or walk for your charity.
All competitors should wear something tartan.
Distance 5k around Oban starting at Atlantis at 11am.
Register at 10.30am
HAGGIS HURLING
Atlantis grass pitch
12 noon - 2pm
£1 per throw
Come along and have a try.
Who will be the winner of Oban’s Haggis Hurling Trophy?
CIRCUS SHOWCASE
Featuring the renowned Circus Alba.
An exciting and entertaining show of gravity busting skills
suitable for all the family.
Atlantis Leisure, Dalriach Road, Oban
2pm
Adult £4 Child £2
Family Ticket £10 (2 adults & 2 children)
Tickets from Purdies, George Street, Oban
OBAN WINTER FESTIVAL & OBAN PIPE BAND
ST. ANDREW’S CEILIDH DANCE
Skipinnish (and friends), Oban Pipe Band, Drummers, Dancers,
Guest Singers, Raffle & more.
Suitable for age 12 years and over.
Corran Halls, Oban.
8pm Doors open 7.30pm
All tickets £7 from Corran Halls, Oban.
New for 2015:
Argyll Hog Roasts will be serving food at the interval.
So arrive hungry (and leave smiling).
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SUNDAY 29th NOVEMBER
HAGGIS FESTIVAL
(now a world famous event)
Oban Distillery
Scottish Butchers go head to head to win the coveted
Golden Haggis Award
THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD
You decide
Come along to Oban Distillery, taste the haggis and cast your vote
1pm - 3pm £2 Proceeds to Oban High School Pipe Band
WEST COAST WHISKY FESTIVAL
Come along and learn about some of our local West Coast Whiskies.
Meet the people from the distilleries and perhaps sample a malt or two.
Also available The Stillman’s Charity Tour.
Meet our local stillman Pat Steeman who will be on hand to
offer an in depth tour of the distillery. Tour includes a couple of
complimentary drams. Spaces are extremely limited so please
contact the distillery to reserve your place. Monies raised from
the tour admission will be donated to local charities Mary’s Meals
and HCPT The Pilgrimage Trust
Oban Distillery, Stafford Street 1.15pm
Tickets £10
Telephone 01631 572005
TAKE A TOUR
PLAYPARK OPENING
Come and celebrate the opening of Oban Community
Playpark phase 1 and join the free party for all. Silent disco with local
DJ’s, water walkers, pool inflatables,sensory room, Toy Cupboard Baby
Room, circus skills workshops, Spotlight photo booth, Healthy Options
fun activities,surf simulator, bouncy castle and bungee run.
Bring something noisy to shake, hit or blow when the boat
is officially named and launched at 12 noon
Some activities age restricted. Booking required for some activities.
11am - 3pm
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CRAFT MARKET
Corran Halls 12 noon - 4pm
Craft Stalls, Children’s Group Stalls, Charity Stalls
Childrens’ Fairground Ride
Free Entry
WATCH OUT FOR ‘MAREK’S MAGIC PIANO BUS’
TOURING THE TOWN
PLAYING A SELECTION OF EASY CLASSICS
TO BUSY SHOPPERS ON THE MOVE.
VICTORIAN AFTERNOON TEA
Back by popular demand
Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea with musical entertainment.
12 noon - 4pm
All proceeds to Oban Winter Festival
CIRCUS SKILLS ON THE GRASS
A demonstration by Circus Alba
4.30pm
Grass adjacent to Corran Halls
Free Entry
BIG LANTERN PARADE
Gather at the Corran Halls at 4.45pm departs 5pm.
Lead by Oban High School Pipe Band, a Kelpie will form the
main parade, with children creating the creatures body and
the rolling of the waves and surf. Weaving its way into town,
the Kelpie leading the parade will locate itself at Stafford
Street within sight of the tower above.
Bring a torch or lantern to light the way for the Kelpie.
Free
DISTILLERY FOOD AND MUSIC COURT
AN IMPROVED PROGRAMME OF ACTIVITIES
WITH LOTS TO SEE
Hot food stalls, Pimms Tent, Music by ‘Chunks’,
Fire Art, Street Entertainers, Prizewinners
and closing remarks from the Festival Organisers.
AULD LANG SYNE AT 6.15
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FESTIVAL FINALE
Note earlier start at 6.30pm
Gather anywhere you can see McCaig’s Tower (front)
Watch a giant Kelpie awaken from its lair at the Tower. And call
to the Kelpie below. With the Tower providing a backdrop the
storm will peak at 6.30pm, allowing a rare glimpse of one of
Scotland’s oldest legends. Watch the creature come alive with
the help of a storm of fire, fog, waves and sparks, before
disappearing into the mists once again.
INCLUDES FIREWORKS
(see website for updates)
MONDAY 30th NOVEMBER - St Andrews Day
GIANT SALTIRE ON McCAIG’S TOWER
Thanks to our funders:
EventScotland
Argyll & Bute Council
Oban Common Good Fund
MacQueen Bros. Charitable Trust
Community Food Fund
West Highland Housing
Cash for Kids
Rotary Club of Oban
BID4Oban
Oban Distillery
Printed by Swift Print, Oban
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