I was given permission to enter the grounds at Sanquhar Castle this week so managed to get a video for you all to see what it is like today.
MUSIC AT THE MULTIVERSE 2023
What a Line-up!
Music at the Multiverse is back for 2023 and here’s the news you’ve all been waiting for ….
Headlining the main stage will be feel good festival favourites Scouting for Girls; multi-award winning Celtic trad-rockers Skerryvore; and Scottish rock legends Big Country!
In support, we bring you the best in local Dumfries & Galloway talent and confirmed so far are The Dangleberries; Mary Barclay Band; Big Time Louie; and back by popular demand – Pedro and the Pirates and local Kelloholm DJ Malcolm X!
Also, new for this year, we have a limited number of pitches for campervan/motorhomes for those planning to make the most of the weekend.
Our Big Top Stage will host iconic dance acts such as N-Trance & Ultrabeat, as well as epic sets from Team GBX & DJ Malcolm X.
Saturday at MATM:
Headlining the main stage on Saturday are multi-award winning Celtic trad-rockers Skerryvore. Main Stage performances include; Shambolics, Malcolm X, Mary Barclay Band & Big Time Louie. Our big-top dance tent is headlined by ULTRABEAT with sets from Michael Smith, Cassi, Macca, MC Rowlands, Jamie Benson & Brett Lawrie.
Sunday at MATM:
Headlining the main stage on Sunday will be feel good festival favourites Scouting for Girls. Main Stage performances include; Scottish rock legends BIG COUNTRY, Rodeo Club, The Dangleberries & Pedro and the Pirates. Our big-top dance tent is headlined by the iconic N-TRANCE, with sets from Stevie Lennon, Joe Deacon, Malcolm X, Elliott Boyce, Stephen Holland & Steven Allan.
Don’t delay, grab your best priced tickets today!
TIME: 12PM – 7PM
DATE: 2/09/23 – 3/09/23
LOCATION: CRAWICK MULTIVERSE
For more information , updates and photos please visit our Facebook Group
News and updates
ROM WEEK IS HERE!
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New post from the folks at the Southern Upland Way
We took delivery of our Snippet post panels this morning and wasted no time beginning to put them out on the Western half of the route.
Each panel has a little bit of text and a colourful photo, with a QR code allowing you to load up more information on your phone screens to read at your own leisure. There are more to come in the next couple of days - 20 in total this year from Portpatrick to the Moffat Hills
Sanquhar to Beattock done today in the snow and ice with the sleepers doubling up as Waymarkers
Funded by Armstrong Waste Management Ltd and SWEAT through the Landfill Tax Fund
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Locals Ronnie and Shona Johnstone came up with the idea of having a banner of Poppies at the Tolbooth this year for Remembrance Day. So, the town went into action, many from Sanquhar and further away hand knitted poppies, they were then attached to the banner by a group of volunteers and P6 &P7 from Sanquhar Primary. The Banner was put in place ready for Remembrance Day.
Massive Congratulations to Yvonne and the team at A' the Airts for winning the award for community project of the year at this years D &G Life Awards
The weekend of the 3rd & the 4th Crawick Multiverse was rocking! Music at the Mutiverse brought us music from Glasvagus, The Bluebells, The Bay City Rollers and ended with the Red Hot Chilli Pipers as well as many top DJ'S.
Unfortunately, the weather on the Saturday was poor and we all got soaked but it did not dampen anyone's spirits, the Sunday was a better day and at the end the sun came out and was roasting.
For more info , Pictures and videos please see our Facebook Group or YouTube channel.
So A' the Airts have done a wee temporary change of venue. This is due to the building works undergoing for an extension and refurbishment.
The Staff and helpers have made sure that all services are remaining , just in an other place just now. To make this move to St Brides Church Hall , located on St Mary's Street ( you can actually see it from the airts so it's not far) the staff and volunteers had to move the furniture and tables as well as all the kitchen stuff and all the products to buy. As you can imagine it must have taken some time. Not only that they had to get the church hall looking presentable for the customers. I went up today to take photos and can say they have done a superb job ! I haven't been in the church hall since I was about 10 or 11 at the youth club and the hall is just how I remember lol
You can get to St Brides Church Hall by walking up St Mary's Street or up Harvey's Wynd and along Simpson Road.
By car - turn off the high street and head up Harvey's Wynd, car park on the left or continue to follow the road round to Simpson Road and you will see the bigger car park up there as well as Electric charge points for cars.
ST MARY'S Street is ONE WAY.
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New to Sanquhar is Tank's tubs &Deli located at 11 Castle Street, Open for take away at the moment but are working on sit in aera.
Open Monday to Friday 6.30am - 8pm and Saturday &Sunday 9am - 8pm
Well worth a visit - the ice cream is delish !
Riding of the Marches 2022 was a great day ! rain was on and off but didn't dampen anyone's spirts . the town came out to watch the parade and enjoyed all the festivities throughout the week. I was live on Facebook so I didn't get many photos but to watch the videos , please check out our YouTube Channel . You can also see our Facebook Group for photos by our group members.
www.Facebook.com/groups/thetownofsanquhar
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On the 31st of July there was the Ross Cook Memorial tournament at Sanquhar Bowling green .
Photo By Andrew McDowell JR
Also on the 31st it was Sanquhar Golf Club - Club Championship . Players were Chris Black and Darren Wilson. I hear it was a good game and in the end , Darren took the title of Champion. The Shield was presented to Darren by Captain Greg Jarvie.
Photo's from the Sanquhar Golf Cub Facebook Page
Nearly That time again , Here's a look at the program for the week
~ON SANQUHAR ON ~
Dumfries and Galloway Life July addition features a Sanquhar Special and oor very own Jimmy Curry on the front cover . www.dumfriesandgallowaylife.co.uk
Crawick Multiverse presents Music at the Multiverse.
with well know names, Music and stunning views, the weekend of 3rd and the 4th of September is the festival for you !
For tickets and more information can be found on the Crawick Multiverse web site Home - Crawick Multiverse
11th June
Sanquhar Bowling Green celebrated its 150th Anniversary. The club put on some games and and a lunch and a tea for members and quests . sadly the rain didn't stay away, but it didn't spoil the day . More photos on the Town of Sanquhar Facebook page.
7th June
Carrot Top Design's opened its doors to the public today. Carrot Top Designs is run by a local lass and has many exciting, funky gifts and loads more, She also uses Sanquhar Pattern design in many of her products. Well worth a peek in store.
2nd & 4th June
Queen Platinum Jubilee Celebrations in Sanquhar!
Sanquhar Community Council put together a beacon on top of Mathews Folly to Celebrate and the Thornhill Rotary Club and Mennock SWI had a tea party in the town hall with music from the Nithsdale Singers and Sanquhar Silver Band .
Just before 22.02.22 I was contacted on our Facebook page asking if anyone would be so kind to send a postcard to a gentleman who lives in Pakistan with the Oldest post office stamp and the date 22.02.22 and Nan and Heather got right on it! They sent two postcards to the man and ended up in the record .
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5th March 2022
These local ladies braved the shave to raise money for the DGRI Oncology unit.
On Saturday Lydia , Lynsey and Rosi held a quiz night at the Town hall and raised an amazing total of £5300 for the oncology unit . To check out the video , go to our YouTube channel .
Well done girls !
1st December 2021
Grand tours of Scotland's rivers on BBC1.
Its explores the river Nith and Stops in at New Cumnock , Sanquhar and Dumfries as well as some other spots. see if you can spot the locals ....
BBC iPlayer - Grand Tours of Scotlands Rivers - Series 1: 4. A River of Invention
Saturday 27th November
Santa came to see the kids of Sanquhar and to make sure the lights were switched on !
Riding of the Marches 2022 dates!
Start Friday 12th August 2022
End Sunday 21st August 2022
Main day to Ride the Marches on Saturday 20th August 2022
On Sanquhar On
Photo by Andy McDowall
Saturday 13th November
Sanquhar Town hall held a table top sale and had a great turn out. Stalls from many locals including Emma's Lamps , Jarmazing and Handmade by Jade.
New to the site is the "whats on" page , check here for events that are coming up
24th October
Sanquhar Town hall had a open day. Flowers supplied by Memories Forever and Balloons by Personalized by Gillian.
Look out for new events coming up...
New leaflets!
If you would like one or have a place that can display some please get in touch .
thetownofsanquhar@gmail.com
what's on at A' the Airts
Please phone and check for availability for the activates
Community Arts Centre | Sanquhar | A' The Airts (atheairts.org.uk)
phone 01659 50514 between 10am-4pm
or pop in.
designers and makers within our area.
28th +29th August 2021
Crawick Multivers hosted there first music festival and was a great sucess plus great weather ! For photos and info check out there Facebook page or official site
Home | Crawick Multiverse
We are delighted to announce details of a new event. Music at the Multiverse is a late summer celebration of live music in the heart of Crawick Multiverse.
Taking place on the last weekend in August, Music at the Multiverse is a two-day, small, fully seated (on-grass) music event showcasing Scottish artists from diverse music genres. Those who secure tickets can enjoy a line-up that includes popular local favourites such as The DangleBerries, The Lucky Doves, Emily Smith & Jamie McClennan Music, Tom Spirals and Claudia Wood- Soprano.
Music at the Multiverse is part of Sanquharartsfestival.
More information and booking details can be found on the following link: https://www.crawickmultiverse.co.uk/.../music-at-the.../
27th - 30th Aug 2021 brings back the Sanquhar Arts Festival.
Save that date! A jammed packed programme to come, with something for everyone!
Sanquhar Arts Festival brought to you by the Upper Nithsdale Tourism Partnership, supporting and showcasing some of the best local, national and international artists, designers and makers within our area.
For more info ....
Community Arts Centre | Sanquhar | A' The Airts (atheairts.org.uk)
or visit the Facebook page
3rd July 2021
A group of locals volunteered to help with cleaning up Sanquhar St Brides church yard. We got Stared on Saturday after we got some tools given to us from the D&G council. In two hours we managed to clear the front gate and it looks a lot better. The group will be meeting on Saturday's at 10am and anyone is welcome. There are some rules to follow as we don't want to damage anything.
PLEASE SEEK ADVICE AND PERMISSION BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT A GRAVEYARD CLEAN UP!
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June 2021
A new bench has been placed up by the Euchan Falls, Dedicated to DR Gilbert Mcllwrick Forsyth.
1st May 2021
Sanquhar was buzzing on Saturday with the arrival of the GB Ultra. The race takes in the Striding Arches of Benbrake, the Covenant’s memorial at Allan’s Cairn, the town of Sanquhar, and the highest village in Scotland, Wanlockhead, surrounded by its wonderful scenery with the ascent of Lowther Hill (701m).
April 2021
Brighten up Sanquhar group have been busy bees , transforming this area to be a more inviting place to sit and relax. Hopefully there will be a grand opening on the 26th June , depending on lockdown rules.
March/April 2021
The new houses are now complete !
The house are now in place of what used to be the old school at Queensberry Square. They have kept some stone from the original building and placed them in the wall and made a feature in the middle of the house of the last remaining arches that were above the windows.
12th March 2021
Taken from the official Riding of the Marches Facebook page ....
Riding of the Marches 2021
Due to the ongoing situation around COVID-19 and the restrictions currently in place regarding gatherings and events it is with much sadness and regret that the 2021 Riding of the Marches and all events associated with 2021 Riding of the Marches have been cancelled.
The well-being of our townsfolk is paramount and in the current climate we are unable to guarantee that we could meet the requirements to ensure a safe event for 2021 therefore the decision to cancel has been taken.
The principals who were elected have agreed to carry out their duties in 2022. We the Executive Committee would like to thank them for doing so and appreciate the disappointment in the not being able to carry out their duties.
Due to the cancellation of the 2021 Riding of the Marches and limits within the school it has been agreed that there will be no Queens Party elected this year. This decision has been made with great regret and we understand how much of a disappointment this will be to many.
We trust the townsfolk and visitors, although disappointed, will agree and support our difficult decision to cancel the 2021 Riding of the Marches.
We are hopeful for a full programme of events in 2022.
(Executive Committee)
March 2021
So whos been watching BBC The Terror?
Did you notice the Sanquhar Pattern Scarf?
