East Coast Bus Offers Cultural Events The Saltire Ceilidh Fri 25th November Set in the gorgeous surroundings of Archerfield Walled Garden, this is a fun family Scottish ceilidh with the 'Smoking Barrel Ceilidh Band', accompanied by a locally sourced Scottish supper. Time: 7.30pm Location: Archerfield Walled Garden, Dirleton Cost: Normally 12.50 but 8 if you quote ECBus16 when booking The Saltire Live Fri 25th November A vibrant night of entertainment with fabulous Scottish tribute bands. The event is hosted by comedian The Big Yin Revisited, "the most committed and accurate comedy tribute impressionist I have ever seen" (The Stage) and headlined by Simple Minded, the most authentic sounding Simple Minds tribute band in the world "They're sounding good to me! (Jim Kerr)! All this and the best line up from Scottish tribute acts and local bands. Also on the bill are local band Haylee G and Devils in Skirts and solo performer Louis Robertson, a 16 year old indie/rock singer songwriter from Prestonpans, performing Scottish material from artists such as Paulo Nutini. Time: 7.30pm Location: Venue 1, The Brunton, Musselburgh Cost: Normally 14 ( 12 Concession) but 10 if you quote ECBus16 when booking The Saltire Concert Sat 26th November Enjoy a fantastic evening of music featuring the turbo-charged supergroup 'Treacherous Orchestra' supported by local band 'Chameleon Lady', a sharp-dressed 4-piece band from Musselburgh performing upbeat covers.
Treacherous Orchestra comprises some of Scotland's finest instrumentalists including past and present members of Salsa Celtica, Peatbog Faeries, Old Blind Dogs, Session A9 and Box Club. Their astounding musicianship combines with ferocious energy and sophisticated musical arrangements for explosive results. They have rightly earned a fearsome reputation as an incendiary live act. "powerful, virile, epic yet also intimate" The Scotsman "exuberant live performances where sitting still is not an option" The Herald Time: 7.30pm Location: Venue 1, The Brunton, Musselburgh Cost: Normally 15 ( 13 Concession) but 10 if you quote ECBus16 when booking The Saltire Stand Up An evening of comedy in a beautiful setting with spectacular views of the Bass Rock concluding with a fireworks display. Hosted by comedian/actor/broadcaster, JoJo Sutherland, there will be performances from Paolo Martini, the UK's First Paolo Nutini Tribute Act followed by comedy acts including Stu & Gary, Scott Gibson, Gareth Waugh & Mark Nelson and our headline act Fred MacAulay. Time: 5pm - 9pm Location: The Macdonald Marine Hotel, Cromwell Road, North Berwick Cost: Normally 17.50 but 10 if you quote ECBus16 when booking Saltire Trad Fest Head to the Maitlandfield House Hotel in Haddington for a celebration of Scotland s traditional music, headlined by 'Blazin Fiddles' who draw on the distinct flavour of music from their part of the Highlands and Islands blending solo and ensemble sets and delivering a musically intoxicating event for all.
The day includes music from Haddington Pipe Bands; Sonorous, a group of versatile Longniddry-based teenagers who fuse traditional Scottish folk tunes with a modern twist; Baron Salmon, an Alt-Folk singer from Tranent, known for his guitar playing which allows for melodic and chordal accompaniment; and the North Berwick Mini Pipe Band. Time: 4pm - 10pm Location: Maitlandfield House Hotel, Sidegate, Haddington Cost: Normally 16 but 10 if you quote ECBus16 when booking Get there on Service 107 St. Andrew's Day Concert Wed 30th November Hosted by Heather Reid OBE St. Mary s Church in Haddington presents an evening of choral and classical music performances to conclude the festival. Music during the evening includes The Ringtones Choir, Alex Hodgson, Uke Can Do It, East Lothian Schools Orchestra and Preston Lodge Ceilidh Band. Time: 6.30pm Location: St. Mary's Church, Sidegate, Haddington Cost: Normally 6 but FREE if you quote ECBus16 when booking (free tickets must still be reserved prior to the event) Get there on Service 107 Food Events The Saltire Whisky Dinner Fri 25th November Savour Scotland's national drink through the expert guidance and wit of sommelier Johnny Walker. Set in the stunning Macdonald Marine Hotel in North Berwick, we offer you 5 delicious courses that will perfectly complement Uisce Beatha - "Water of Life". Time: 7pm for 7.30pm Location: Macdonald Marine Hotel, Cromwell Road, North Berwick Cost: Normally 35 per head but 25 if you quote ECBus16 when booking
Saltire Masterchef Sun 27th Nov Would you like to broaden your skills and culinary repertorie? Then why not book yourself onto a half day cookery course at Colstoun Cookery School to create your own Scottish themed menu. Whether you're a complete beginner or competent cook, either way you will enjoy a fun and enjoyable experience preparing and cooking a delicious menu using the finest ingredients to celebrate St. Andrew's Day. There will be 2 sessions throughout the day from 9am-1pm and 2pm-6pm. The menu you will be preparing and cooking is:- BuckkA-Leekie Soup Colstoun Estate Pheasant Casserole Bramble Cranachan Time: 9am -1pm & 2pm - 6pm Location: Colstoun House & Cookery School, Nr Haddington Cost: Normally 60 per person per half day course but 40 if you quote ECBus16 when booking Get there on Service 107 Saltire Taste & Talk A fusion of literature and Scotland's delicious food and drink, offering an insight from the garden to the plate. Professional chefs Mark Greenaway & Christopher Trotter will be demonstrating how the best meals are prepared using local produce and will explain how you can replicate this at home & leading cookery authors, Sue Lawrence & Mary Contini will be providing an insight into their best selling novels. 10.30am - Wendy Barrie - Founder and Director of the Independent award-winning Scottish Food Guide and Scottish Cheese Trail 11.45am - Sue Lawrence - writer of the novel 'The Night He Left' 1.30pm - Christopher Trotter - professional chef and food writer 3.30pm - Mary Contini - Director of Valvona & Crolla 5.30pm - Mark Greenaway - professional chef and restauranteur
Ticket provides admittance to all Taste & Talk Sessions Time: 10.30am - 7pm Location: Colstoun Cookery School, nr Haddington Cost: Normally 12.50 but 8 if you quote ECBus16 when booking Family Events Scotland Through the Ages Sat 26th Nov & Sun 27th Nov The perfect family day out! Take an exciting journey through Scotland s fascinating history, with activities and workshops for all the family. Meet the brave warriors who fought at Athelstaneford, discover the fashions of Mary Queen of Scots and explore the gruesome tales of witchcraft trials. This is a whirlwind adventure through the story of our nation! There will be interactive activities throughout the day and our famous faces will be on hand to answer all of your questions. Learning about the history of our nation has never been so fun! The full programme of performances and events throughout the day is available at saltirefestival.com Time: 11am - 3pm Location: The Brunton, Musselburgh Cost: Normally 5 per adult, children go FREE but both adults and children will be FREE if you quote ECBus16 when booking Saltire Comedy Club 4 Kids Cracking entertainment for children over the age of six, we have the best comedians on the UK circuit doing what they do best... making everyone laugh but without the rude bits! Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. The following local music acts will also feature throughout day:- 2.00-2.30 - Rhys Heaven
2.35-2.55 - Iona McCall 3.00-3.45 - Shuna 3.50-4.25 - Luke Hunter 4.30-5.00 - Kelsey Haig Time: 2pm - 3pm Location: The Macdonald Marine Hotel, Cromwell Road, North Berwick Cost: Normally 5 per adult, children go FREE but both adults and children will be FREE if you quote ECBus16 when booking