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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240810
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SUMMARY:Animal Encounters: The Zagaro
DESCRIPTION:The Zagaro\, takes us on a trip through the deep\, dark wood. This fun story session is a tale about The Zagaro\, a scary monster with body parts just like some of the animals our brave explorer meets on their adventures. You’ll get to meet the very same creatures too\, the likes of Millipedes\, Snakes and Snails in this fun interactive story session for all ages.’ \n  \n45 minute sessions running throughout the day
URL:https://galalife.co.uk/event/animal-encounters-the-zagaro/
LOCATION:Floors Castle\, Floors Castle\, Kelso\, TD5 7RN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Childen
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240810T110000
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SUMMARY:Family Day: Dogs Day Out
DESCRIPTION:Fun Day and Dog Show for all the family!
URL:https://galalife.co.uk/event/family-day-dogs-day-out/
LOCATION:Gala Public Park
CATEGORIES:Childen,Dogs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240818
DTSTAMP:20260429T111106
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SUMMARY:Sport: MAROON'D SEVENS FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:For the fourth year running were delighted to confirm that Maroon’d@Gala will return\, now known as the Maroon’d@Gala 7s Festival – Sponsored by McGill Mortgages \n​Join us here at Netherdale this August 17th for the 4th Annual ‘Maroon’d@Gala 7s Festival’ showcasing the very best in Borders Rugby from P3 right through to Senior Rugby. \n​In the morning our Mini Maroons tournament is at centre stage\, taking over the entirety of Netherdale\, before handing over the baton to Semi-Junior and Senior rugby in the afternoon. The rugby is complimented by an unrivalled atmosphere\,  multiple bars\, the best of local street food vendors and music in our main stage tent! \nNEW FOR 2024! \nMAROON’D AFTER DARK – Official After Party\, 20.30 – 00.00
URL:https://galalife.co.uk/event/sport-maroond-sevens-festival/
LOCATION:Gala Rugby Club\, Netherdale\, Galashiels\, TD1 3HE
CATEGORIES:Rugby
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240824
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240825
DTSTAMP:20260429T111106
CREATED:20240406T122400Z
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SUMMARY:Animal Encounters: Creepy Castle Critters
DESCRIPTION:Unlike today\, historic castles were colonised by all sorts of creepy critters. In this session\, you will take an imaginary journey around the Floors Castle of the past\, bumping into some awesome animals along the way. Get the chance to touch and hold the likes of Spiders hiding in the castle kitchen\, Snakes slithering around the grounds and even Cockroaches that have been hanging out in the basement! \n  \n45 minute sessions running throughout the day
URL:https://galalife.co.uk/event/animal-encounters-creepy-castle-critters/
LOCATION:Floors Castle\, Floors Castle\, Kelso\, TD5 7RN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Childen
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240827T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240827T220000
DTSTAMP:20260429T111106
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SUMMARY:Theatre: The Comedy of Errors – The HandleBards
DESCRIPTION:Join the troupe at Floors Castle for a bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘The Comedy of Errors’ like you’ve never seen before. When two sets of estranged twins are brought together on the same island\, this classic comedy takes hold\, with mistaken identity\, music and manic costume changes a plenty. \n  \nDoors open at 5:30pm\, performance starts at 6.30pm
URL:https://galalife.co.uk/event/theatre-the-comedy-of-errors-the-handlebards/
LOCATION:Floors Castle\, Floors Castle\, Kelso\, TD5 7RN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Theatre
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250422
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SUMMARY:Family Day - March Hare Trail
DESCRIPTION:Let off some steam and go mad as March hares this Easter as you explore our Witch Corner folklore trail! \nFind the March hares around the trail and crack our child-friendly brain teasers as you go to collect your edible prize. \nThis trail is included in our usual ticket prices and is FREE to annual pass and Abbotsford Unlimited ticket holders.* \nBook Tickets\n*Annual pass and Abbotsford Unlimited ticket holders do not need to pre-book\, just show your pass on arrival.
URL:https://galalife.co.uk/event/family-day-march-hare-trail/
LOCATION:Abbotsford House\, Abbotsford\, Mellrose\, TD6 9BQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Childen
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250419T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250419T170000
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SUMMARY:Music - Borders Chamber Choir
DESCRIPTION:Borders Chamber Choir Presents J.S.Bach St Matthew Passion.\nMelrose Parish Church\nSaturday 19 April 2025\, 2pm.\nTom Raskin – Evangelist.\nGeorgie Malcolm – Soprano.\nCatherine Backhouse – Alto.\nDavid Lee – Tenor.\nJohn Stainsby – Bass / Jesus. \nRobert Marshall Musical Director\nWith the Borders Chamber Orchestra\nand the Borders Bellas \n  \nTickets £15 available at door.
URL:https://galalife.co.uk/event/music-borders-chamber-choir/
LOCATION:Melrose Parish Church\, St Mary's Road\, Melrose\, TD6 9LJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250419T193000
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SUMMARY:Music: The Jensen Interceptors
DESCRIPTION:Gary Martin\, from Peebles\, leads his blues band\, The Jensen Intercepters\, on vocals\, harmonica and slide guitar\, with Mike Park on lead guitar\, Richard O’Donnell on piano & Hammond organ\, Jim Walker on drums\, and Mike Katz on bass. This is the authentic blues\, as it should be done. \nIt all promises to be an excellent night to remember! \nDoors: 7:30pm / 8pm start\nTickets:   £17 in advance \n​Over 14s: 14-16s must be accompanied by an adult over 18
URL:https://galalife.co.uk/event/music-the-jensen-interceptors-2/
LOCATION:Mac Arts\, Galashiels
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T101621Z
UID:2050-1746727200-1746727200@galalife.co.uk
SUMMARY:VE Day 80th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:GALASHEILS BRANCH & SOCIAL CLUB \nGALASHEILS TOWN BAND \nGALASHIELS EXSERVICE PIPE BAND \n1800hrs – WREATH LAVING \n1830hrs – BEATING RETREAT (ALBERT PLACE) \n2000hrs – GEORGE INGLES (LEGION) \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://galalife.co.uk/event/ve-day-80th-anniversary/
LOCATION:Royal British Legion\, 22 Park Street\, Galashiels\, TD1 1BZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250530T121500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T111106
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T113352Z
UID:2087-1748607300-1748617200@galalife.co.uk
SUMMARY:St Peter's Primary School Spring Fayre
DESCRIPTION:The Parent Council for St Peter’s Primary School\, Parsonage Road\, Galashiels\, are holding a Spring Fayre on Friday 30th May\, 12.15 – 3.00pm. \nWe are fundraising for the Playground Improvement Project and will have Face Painting\, a Sweetie Stall\, Toy and Book Stall\, Entertainment Styage\, Community Stalls and the Emergency Services will also attend. \nHope to see you there for a fantastic fun day!
URL:https://galalife.co.uk/event/st-peters-primary-school-spring-fayre/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Primary School\, Parsonage Road\, Galashiels\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Childen
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250601
DTSTAMP:20260429T111106
CREATED:20250418T102405Z
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UID:2071-1748649600-1748735999@galalife.co.uk
SUMMARY:Music: Skerryvore xx
DESCRIPTION:We are absolutely thrilled to host Skerryvore XX here at Floors Castle on Saturday 31st May 2025 where they will celebrate two decades at the forefront of Scotland’s music scene. Bringing their contemporary Scottish sound\, which fuses folk\, trad\, pop and rock influences\, for a landmark outdoor performance that fittingly reflects their glittering career to date.\nWe expect to welcome more than 5\,000 party goers\, with event buses running direct to Skerryvore XX from major hubs including Edinburgh\, Newcastle\, Berwick\, Hawick and Galashiels. The nearby Borders Event Centre will have space for up to 300 campervans for those looking to spend the night in Kelso\, and day and overnight parking will be available at the Castle. \nLead singer of Skerryvore\, Alec Dalglish said: “Floors Castle feels like the perfect setting for Skerryvore XX and will make for such a memorable backdrop. We’ve played some incredible stages and events over the years but to hold our biggest ever concert on home turf is going to be a landmark moment. We’re planning to invite a few special guests to join us across the night and are looking forward to welcoming fans from near and far to the Scottish Borders in May to mark two decades together. This is going to be the biggest and best show ever for you all\, so we’re delighted that we are able to welcome you all to Floors Castle\, truly one of the best locations for a great big party!” \nTICKETS ON SALE NOW!\nThis event is taking place on the North Lawn at Floors Castle\, Kelso\, Scottish Borders. \nCar Parks Gates Open – 2pm \nVIP Access – 3pm \nEvent Gates Open  – 4pm \nLast Entry – 8pm \nEvent End Time – Approx. 11pm
URL:https://galalife.co.uk/event/music-skerryvore-xx/
LOCATION:Floors Castle\, Floors Castle\, Kelso\, TD5 7RN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250629
DTSTAMP:20260429T111106
CREATED:20250522T092905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T092905Z
UID:2103-1748649600-1751155199@galalife.co.uk
SUMMARY:Braw Lads' Gathering 2025
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy this year’s gathering!
URL:https://galalife.co.uk/event/braw-lads-gathering-2025/
LOCATION:Galashiels\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250616
DTSTAMP:20260429T111106
CREATED:20250522T091622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T091622Z
UID:2096-1749686400-1750031999@galalife.co.uk
SUMMARY:Borders Book Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for four amazing days of talks\, comedy\, live music\, food & drink\, and much more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou can buy tickets direct from the box office at https://bordersbookfestival.org or phone 0131 290 2112.
URL:https://galalife.co.uk/event/borders-book-festival-2/
LOCATION:Harmony Gardens\, St Mary's Rd\, Melrose\, TD6 9LJ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T111106
CREATED:20250522T090540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T090540Z
UID:2092-1749927600-1749936600@galalife.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Makings of a Murderer 2 – The Real Manhunter
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a chilling\, thrilling night at the theatre as Colin Sutton\, who was head of a Metropolitan Police murder squad tells us the stories of how he caught some of the UK’s most evil murderers. \nIn this all-new show\, Colin; who the ITV drama series ‘Manhunt\,’ played by Martin Clunes\, is based on\, will talk you through his remarkable career and what it is like to chase and catch a serial killer in a unique and one-off night at the theatre – for true crime fans and theatre goers alike. \nThe Makings of a Murderer 2 – A Crime Thriller night at the Theatre! \n  \n14 June 2025 / Galashiels Volunteer Hall / book here
URL:https://galalife.co.uk/event/the-makings-of-a-murderer-2-the-real-manhunter/
LOCATION:Volunteer Hall\, St John St\, Galashiels\, TD1 3JX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T111106
CREATED:20250522T092152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T092152Z
UID:2100-1750534200-1750541400@galalife.co.uk
SUMMARY:Borders Chamber Choir - Music for a Summer Evening
DESCRIPTION:A selection of choral music celebrating light\, love\, and life\, including Scottish and English folk songs and madrigals and works by Finzi\, Parry\, Delius\, and Elgar
URL:https://galalife.co.uk/event/borders-chamber-choir-music-for-a-summer-evening/
LOCATION:Melrose Parish Church\, St Mary's Road\, Melrose\, TD6 9LJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music,Theatre
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250908
DTSTAMP:20260429T111106
CREATED:20250630T084922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T084922Z
UID:2127-1757030400-1757289599@galalife.co.uk
SUMMARY:Music: Kelso Folk Festival
DESCRIPTION:A weekend of traditional music concerts\, sessions\, workshops and open mics\, run by Kelso Folk and Live Music Club.
URL:https://galalife.co.uk/event/music-kelso-folk-festival/
LOCATION:Kelso
CATEGORIES:Music
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