The Royal Highland Centre is not only used once a year for The Royal Highland Show. This year is shaping up to be a busy time as the calendar of events for 2011 shows.
Trade shows, craft fairs, outdoor exhibitions and family events are all on the agenda at the Centre.
The forthcoming calendar of events includes the Scottish Motorcycle Show, Scottish Quilt Fair, the Outdoor Pursuits Show, the renowned Royal Highland Show and the Scottish Home Improvement and Self Build Show.
Commenting, Archie Glendinning, Director of the Royal Highland Centre said:
“This year is already shaping up to be a busy period for the Centre and we’re delighted to welcome these popular events to Edinburgh.
“We have a varied programme which offers something to everyone, be it families looking for a day out, through to enthusiasts looking to indulge in their passion. The diversity of events reinforces the flexibility and versatility of the Centre in terms of its attractiveness to event organisers.
“We’ve an exciting few months ahead and look forward to welcoming each of these events and guests to the Royal Highland Centre.”
Upcoming events include:
· Scottish Motorcycle Show (12 & 13 March) – is the only place to go for top-class live action as well as displays of the latest bikes and an extensive retail village. For more information please visit www.scottishmotorcycleshow.com or for tickets please call 0871 230 1108.
· Scottish Quilt Fair (24 – 26 February) – a showcase of workshops, demonstrations and exhibitors selling a wide range of fabrics and accessories. For more information please call 01406 372 601
· Outdoor Pursuits Show (1 & 2 April) – Scotland’s newest live event will offer visitors the opportunity to indulge their interest and passion for the great outdoors. Ideal for families and more serious devotees of outdoor pursuits and includes water based activities to cycling and camping. For more information please visit www.scottishoutdoorpursuits.com
· Scottish Home Improvement and Self Build Show (30 April & 1 May) – Now in its sixth year this is one of the most inspiring home improvement events in Scotland. For more information visit – www.homeimprovementshow.co.uk
· Royal Highland Show (23-26 June) – bringing together the best of lifestyle pursuits, gardening and handcrafts this truly great show attracted over 187,600 visitors in 2010. Visit its website for more information – www.royalhighlandshow.org
And just to remind you what happens at The Royal Highland Show here are some of our photos from last year
