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***Uniquely Unspoilt - Issue 14 - August 2004***

 Compiled by Emma Newlands - emma@uniquescotland.com

***IN THIS MONTH'S UNIQUELY UNSPOILT***

~Introduction:
--->  Welcome back

~Main Feature:
--->  Rural theatres

~Guest Article:
--->  The Braemar Gathering

~Cottages Offers:
--->  Readers' only offers
--->  This month's special offer code

~Closing comments:
--->  Next issue

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***Introductory Comments***

Welcome to the August issue of Uniquely Unspoilt.

This month sees Edinburgh become the epicentre of Scotland?s activity, with thousands flocking to the capital for the Festival.  Street performances, plays, music, films and almost anything else you can think of will be taking place until the end of August, when a fireworks display signals the end of proceedings.

Although it?s definitely worth a visit even for a day, there are plenty of other interesting things to see around Scotland.

This month?s main article looks at rural theatres, from the smallest in the world to bigger theatres with riverside restaurants.

Our guest article this month focuses on the history of the forthcoming Braemar Gathering, the best known of the many traditional Highland games which take place across Scotland throughout the summer.

Please feel free to send in any comments as ever.

Emma
emma@uniquescotland.com

*** Main Feature ***

~~ Rural theatres ~~

Despite Edinburgh being the hub of most things theatrical this month, there are many theatres in more remote areas of Scotland that are just as interesting.  Many have an important role in the local community, and often have excellent restaurants, bars and other events to justify a visit even if you?re not going to see a production.

The furthest flung of them all is...Full article>>>

***Guest Article*** 

Our guest article this month has been written by John Duff of the Braemar Royal Highland Society.

Here he explains the incredible history of the Gathering, a crucial event in Scotland?s calendar and a great opportunity to witness a wide variety of traditional Scottish activities.  

The games are always held on the first Saturday in September, and so this year will be held on Saturday 4th.

~~ The Braemar Gathering - by John Duff ~~

The origins of the Braemar Gathering are wreathed in the mists of time, but it is certainly of mediaeval origin, and is associated by legend with Malcolm Canmore, the 11th century Scottish king. 

Until comparatively recently, it was customary in the late summer for highland clan chiefs to hold hunting gatherings; in the evenings the chiefs would watch displays of manly and athletic prowess by...Full article>>>

***Cottage Offers***

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* This Month's Promotional Code

This issues's code is only printed in the e-mail version of this newsletter.  Please subscribe to become eligible for this offer. 

***Closing Comments***

The next newsletter will be in October, when there is plenty going across Scotland including the Royal National Mod festival celebrating Gaelic culture.

Before then there will be the Ben Nevis Race in early September, and Doors Open Day later in the month, when many public and private buildings are open to the public and entry is free.

See you in October ? comments and suggestions are always welcome.

Emma
emma@uniquescotland.com

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