Arran Natural History Society talk
Tuesday 2nd December at 7:30pm, online
‘Can Fish Farming Save our Seas’ by local vet Matt Palmer.
This talk will dive into the world of aquaculture – what it means and how it works – and whether this industry is the solution to, or the cause of our collapsing fish stocks. Keeping the focus close to our shores, the talk will explore farmed Atlantic salmon, looking into the welfare, environmental and sustainability impacts of the industry, and how we can support our waters through the food we eat. If non members would like to join us for this talk you can do so through the eventbrite link below for a donation of £5.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/can-fish-farming-save-our-seas-tickets-1976337516714?aff=oddtdtcreator
Ross Miller Trio Concert
Tuesday 2nd December, 2025 at 7:30pm, Brodick Hall, Brodick, Isle of Arran
The Ross Miller Trio brings together three of Scotland’s most dynamic young musicians: world-class piper Ross Miller, who has tutored children on Arran for many years, award-winning fiddler Charlie Stewart, and powerhouse guitarist Graeme Armstrong.
With a sound rooted in Scottish tradition and driven by inventive arrangements, this trio guarantees foot-stomping rhythms and electrifying live energy. This performance on Arran will be a mix of original compositions and traditional tunes—with the pipes taking centre stage.
Ross’s debut album The Roke was nominated for Trad Album of the Year at the MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards. He’s also a BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year finalist and a Danny Kyle Award winner at Celtic Connections.
See here for tickets
Winter Farmer’s Market
Sunday 7th December, Bellevue Farm, Shiskine
Shop and eat locally this Christmas! Stock up on locally produced Christmas crafts and produce, and help the planet while having a lovely festive day out!
Corrie Film Club
Sunday 7th December, from 4pm, Corrie and Sannox Village Hall, Corrie.
The Corrie Christmas Film club will be showing Sword of Honour (2001) – a film of the Evelyn Waugh novel, directed by Bill Anderson who shot much of the film on Arran and used local people as extras!
Sword of Honour is a 2001 British television film directed by Bill Anderson and starring Daniel Craig. Scripted by William Boyd, it is based on the Sword of Honour trilogy of novels by Evelyn Waugh, which loosely parallel Waugh’s own experiences in the Second World War.
The film was shot as a series in 4 parts so the screen begins with the first two episodes at 4.00pm then a break for supper at 6.00 and then viewing the final two parts.
Supper will be provided by us all – if you can please bring something to share. But the main thing is to come and enjoy!
Arran’s Christmas Pantomime – Treasure Island
Thursday 11th – Saturday 13th December, 7.30pm at Arran High School Theatre, with an afternoon performance on Saturday 13th too, 2pm.
This year’s panto pandemonium is a take on Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic adventure. Tickets on sale at the Book and Card Centre, and also on the door.
Christmas at the Castle
Sunday 14th December, 12 – 6 pm, Brodick Castle and Country Gardens, Brodick.
Experience a winter wonderland at Brodick Castle, where the magic of the season comes to life. Christmassy castle tours, a festive market and Santa’s grotto create an enchanting day filled with festive cheer.
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