Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival
Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival celebrates 10 years of world class events over 10 days at venues throughout Speyside. The theme Whisky, Music, Food and Fun provides enjoyment for whisky lovers, their friends and families from all over the world.
The Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary and Homecoming Scotland with an extended programme of events over 10 days at venues throughout Speyside. Offering a diverse range of specialist Whisky tours, tastings and gourmet food events, the theme of Whisky will also converge with music, scenic walks, arts, golf and exclusive retail opportunities to provide entertainment for Whisky enthusiasts and novices as well as their friends and families.
Festival buses link the picturesque villages and friendly hostelries of Aberlour, Aviemore, Craigellachie, Dufftown, Elgin, Fochabers, Forres, Glenlivet, Granton on Spey, Keith, Knockando and Rothes enabling visitors to explore the area at their leisure.
On Saturday May 9th the festival comes to a climax with a spectacular musical event on the banks of the River Spey in Aberlour. The Spirit of Speyside will showcase the very best of the region's musical heritage and talent and is headlined by the legendary Scottish band Capercaillie whose seductively contemporary sound, mastery of traditional instruments and voice of Karen Matheson have thrilled fans all over the world. With other highlights including a stunning performance by The Bucksburn & District Pipe Band, internationally renowned fiddle player Charlie McKerron and a dazzling firework display over the River Spey, this unique event will ensure that the Spirit of Speyside 2009 celebrations are a truly memorable occasion.
Details of all 250 events, accommodation and information on the subsidised transport can be found by visiting the website.
Map of Scotch Whisky Regions: Ref 1
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Where and When
Start Date:
Friday, May 01, 2009
End Date:
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Address:
Various venues across Speyside
Postcode:
AB38 9QP
Local Authority Area:
Moray
Tickets
Ticket prices vary. Some events are free.
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