Event Programme for the 2012 Scottish National

An exciting programme of events are being planned to entertain visitors.

Details coming later

 

2011 Events

•   Falconry Scotland, incorporating Jedforest Falconry and Dalhousie Castle Falconry.

There will be a full static display of live birds of prey from 11 am to 3 pm, with the falconer talking and interacting with the public (no actual flying due to dog trials in progress).

 

• Kiddie Dog Show

Starting at 12:30 and judged by Stevie Braithwaite.  Free entry.
4 separate classes to be judged with rosettes to 5th place and consolation prizes: ' Best Dog', ' Best Bitch', 'The dog the judge would most like to take home', and 'The dog with the most appealing eyes'.

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• Sheepdog Demonstrations (with Ducks)

by Emma Gray on Friday and Saturday

• Search and Rescue Dogs

 

Tradestands

These will include:      Trans K9 Kennels & Dog Transit Products,

                       Pearson's of Duns: Wood Stoves and Garden Supplies,

                                      Tagmaster Sheep Tags

                                      Rural Magnets: BioFlow Products

                                      Forever Living Products: The Aloe Company,

                                      Capital Leisurewear: Edinburgh Outdoor Clothing and

'Crossing Borders': an association of Artists & Craftspersons, from across the Borders and North Northumberland.  

                        

Craft Marquee

 With talented local artists and craftspersons, features will include demonstrations of "Sheep to Shawl" spinning & weaving (helped out by the Tweed Guild), along with Shepherd's Stick/Crook-Making by Borders Stickmakers.

Food & Drink Marquee

Barnett's Catering will provide excellent fare:  morning breakfast rolls, full hot lunches with Carvery, soup, salads, coffee & teas, as well as traditional burger and ice cream vans.  www.barnettscatering.com