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Royal Highland Centre to host Fawkes Festival – Scotland’s largest fireworks event this year

Scotland’s Largest Fireworks Event Will Welcome 15,000 Visitors And Offer a Safer Way to Experience the Fun

  • New professionally managed festival set to welcome over 15,000 visitors, creating a safer Fawkes alternative to individual family shows 
  • One night extravaganza will take place on Sunday 3rd November

The Royal Highland Centre and Showground located at Ingliston on the western outskirts of Edinburgh, is set to host Scotland’s largest fireworks event this year. The new professionally managed festival – Fawkes Festival – is set to welcome over 15,000 visitors, creating a safer Guy Fawkes alternative to individual family shows and will take place on Sunday 3rd November.

Designed and produced by the team at GC Live and delivered by technical partners, 21CC Group, Fawkes Festival promises a feel-good evening for the whole family to enjoy. The spectacular fireworks event will be a unique and immersive safer way to experience the fun of Guy Fawkes Night.

With breathtaking fireworks accompanied by entertainment including the world-famous Scottish bagpipe band, The Red Hot Chilli Pipers and the sensational street theatre and LED drummers’ troupe, Spark! who magically transform the landscape with mysterious characters, there’s something for everyone. 

Sponsored by Taylor Wimpey, Fawkes Festival’s feel-good programme of entertainment will boast everything from fairground rides to food and drink, a roaring bonfire, sky trackers, lasers and more. 

Geoff Crow, Director of GC Live said: “We are thrilled to bring Scotland’s Red Hot Fawkes Festival to the Royal Highland Centre this year and look forward to welcoming over 15,000 visitors for an evening filled with delicious food and drinks, breathtaking performances and a spectacular fireworks display.

“At GC Live we are committed to creating events which are both enjoyable and safe for all attendees. An organised and large-scale fireworks events such as Fawkes Festival, held under strict safety regulations, offers a very secure and enjoyable experience for all visitors at the fireworks event. 

“With professional oversight, designated viewing areas, clear signs throughout the site, crowd management strategies and compliance with established guidelines, Fawkes Festival will ensure that the excitement of fireworks can be enjoyed responsibly and safely.”

Bori Sallaiova, Event Manager at the Royal Highland Centre said: “It has been a privilege to plan and bring this exciting fireworks event to life in collaboration with the team at GC Live. We are very much looking forward to welcoming everyone to the Royal Highland Centre this November for Fawkes Festival.

“At the Royal Highland Centre we are committed to the safety and enjoyment of all attendees, we are excited to host Fawkes Festival which will be conducted under strict safety protocols and expert supervision, reducing the risks associated with private fireworks use.

“GC Live will ensure that guests can experience the excitement of a fireworks display in a secure setting.”

For more information on the Fawkes Festival and to book tickets, go to: 

www.fawkesfestival.com

The Scottish Festival of Motoring returns to the Royal Highland Centre

  • With over 2000 cars and motorcycles on display including, classic, modified, sport, vintage and supercars
  • Live stunt shows, trade village, exhibitions, live music, food outlets and free kids zone make this a fantastic day out for both motoring enthusiasts and the whole family

The Scottish Festival of Motoring 2024

Royal Highland Centre

Sunday 14 July – Doors open 10.00am

Back for its 4th great year, the Scottish Festival of Motoring returns to the Royal Highland Centre on Sunday 14th July welcoming enthusiasts of all vehicle types to an annual celebration of all things motoring.

The Scottish Festival of Motoring 2024, in partnership with Road Safety Scotland and in association with Carwow, is one of the largest motoring events in Scotland with a host of attractions and a jam-packed schedule of entertainment planned for the day.

From Supercars and bike demonstrations to stunt shows, live music, exhibitions, passenger experiences, a trade village, food outlets and a dedicated free indoor kids zone make this the perfect summer day out for the whole family.

British & Scottish Stunt Champion, Guinness world record holder and multiple event winner Jonny Davies will be showing his incredible skills as a stunt motorcyclist.

Supercars are set to be a huge hit with ride-along experiences and stunt shows giving enthusiasts a chance to get up close and personal with the cars of their dreams.

Junior Driving Experience in a Mini Cooper gives the opportunity for youngsters from the age of 10 to get in the driver’s seat. (height restrictions may apply) There is also a special Free Kids Zone that includes bouncy castles, face painting and some special appearances.

The Indoor Showcase Arena will be displaying the most awe-inspiring selection of show vehicles. There will also be an array of Car and Motorcycle Clubs both indoor and outdoor who be going all out to impress when exhibiting at the Festival.

The Festival also sees the only BMX team in the UK able to move in and out a shared arena so expect the riders, including RedBull Athletes, flying through the air whilst performing the most breathtaking tricks and stunts.

Ticket details of prices available here

UK-first Double Championship Dog Show held at Royal Highland Centre

Royal Highland Centre and Scottish Kennel Club celebrate 50 years together

Scottish Kennel Club: Double Championship Dog Show

Royal Highland Centre

Thursday 16 – Sunday 19 May: Doors open 7.30am

The Scottish Kennel Club (SKC) is holding its prestigious Championship Show at the Royal Highland Centre next weekend. The occasion marks the 50th year of the SKC’s relationship with the Ingliston venue and promises to be a historic weekend in the canine calendar.

This year, SKC was granted permission by the Royal Kennel Club in London to hold a double championship with challenge certificates being awarded in both shows, a first for dog shows in the UK.

Both their General and All-Breed Championship Shows will be held in conjunction with each other over the four-day weekend, an exciting initiative which hopes to be beneficial to all exhibitors participating.

First formed back in 1881, the SKC is the cornerstone of the dog-loving community in Scotland and beyond and has grown into an institution dedicated to promoting responsible dog ownership. From prestigious championship shows to specialty breed exhibitions, obedience competitions, and agility competitions, the SKC’s events showcase the beauty, grace, and diversity of all pedigree dogs while providing a platform for breeders, exhibitors, and spectators to come together and celebrate their shared love of dogs. 

The Royal Highland Centre has been the perfect setting to host these events for the last 50 years, with the first SKC outdoor championship event held at the showground in 1974. Historically, these shows were outdoor events – however, in 2012, SKC made the decision to move the Breed Championship Show indoors to the Highland and Lowland Halls of the Royal Highland Centre, where it has remained since. Trade stalls are also hosted within the venue’s Central Halls, providing exhibitors and attendees alike the chance to browse pet food, accessories, and more from more than 40 businesses.

Beyond its role in dog shows, the SKC has played a vital role in protecting and promoting the interests and well-being of dogs in Scotland.

Through educational programs, outreach initiatives, and partnerships with veterinary professionals, the club has worked tirelessly to ensure that all dogs receive the care, love, and respect they deserve.

From championing legislation, to protecting dogs, to providing resources and support to dog owners in need, the SKC has made a tangible difference in the lives of countless dogs and their human companions. 

Mark Currie, Director of Royal Highland Centre at Ingliston said: “Over 50 years Royal Highland Centre and Scottish Kennel Club have built a brilliant partnership together, growing the event and using lots of different spaces across the site over the years.

“These dog shows have now become fixtures on the canine calendar and showcase the very best. There is lots for those that love dogs to enjoy and to celebrate from agility competitions to the beauty and grace of the pedigree dogs. The event this year spans four days and is bigger than ever, so do come along and enjoy.”

Spectators and their furry friends alike are welcome to the show.

Tickets are payable at the gate on entry to the showground, with all details of prices and show timings available on the Royal Highland Centre website here.

LEGO® fans unite next weekend as Brick Fest Live comes to Edinburgh

UK’s First Ever Brick Fest Live Comes To Edinburgh

Edinburgh Royal Highland Centre Lowland Hall 4 – 6 May

For the first time ever, the world’s largest hands-on LEGO® event of its kind catapults from the US to make its UK debut in Edinburgh this Spring.

Brick Fest Live will open at the Edinburgh Royal Highland Centre Lowland Hall on 4 – 6 May, with over a million LEGO® bricks on display and ready for play!

Brick Fest Live allows families to enjoy mind‐blowing creations from all over the world made entirely of this timeless toy. Children and adults will be amazed by life-sized LEGO® models and hands-on building activities assembled to set the imagination free.

Brick Fest Live will also feature an enormous marketplace where avid builders will be able find rare collectibles not available anywhere else.

Michael Clapham, Show Producer, said: “We’re incredibly excited to bring the smash hit Brick Fest Live all the way from the USA to venues in the UK for the first time ever.

“This is an event for all the family as well as hardcore LEGO® enthusiasts. And if the hugely successful American events are anything to go by, tickets will sell out fast!”.

In addition to seeing the most life-size models and participating in fun building challenges, Brick Fest Live attendees can:

  • See life-size models
  • Help Build a Guinness World-Record Setting Floor Mosaic
  • Express your creativity at the hands-on build zones
  • Race your brick-built car down the 35’ long derby ramps
  • Shop Hard-to-Find LEGO® merchandise
  • Build walls of LEGO® mosaics built by attendees
  • Enter the GLOW ZONE and build with bricks that shine under blacklight
  • Play in a Brick Pit with hundreds of thousands of LEGO® bricks

Edinburgh Royal Highland Centre

Lowland Hall

4-6 May 2024

Tickets now on sale: brickfestlive.co.uk

TICKET INFO:

£18 General Admission (timed entry)

£25 FLEX (Arrive anytime)

£35 VIP

VIP Package includes:

1 hour VIP-only access (Sat 9 am-10 am and Sun 10-11 am).

Exclusive Brick Fest Live Accessory Pack

VIP Lanyard & Commemorative Badge

Exclusive Brick Fest Live Pin

Flex Option: VIP ticket holders can enter the building at any given time during the day. Come and go as you please!

TONIGHT: Hit Wrestling Show Set for Comic Con Crossover

BBC Stars Grado and Lee Greig will be part of the action 

Insane Championship Wrestling (ICW), Scotland’s premier wrestling promotion, is set to rock the Royal Highland Centre in Edinburgh at Comic Con Scotland on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 October.

Fans attending this year’s Comic Con Scotland can enjoy free wrestling throughout the weekend at the convention. The ring will be set up next to the panel stage and features the best wrestlers in the country battling it out between Q&A panels with A-list stars Elijah Wood, Andy Serkis, and more.  

Joining the action-packed lineup are two renowned BBC stars – Grado and Lee Greig. Grado, known for his role as Police Constable Hugh McKirdy in BBC Scotland sitcom Scot Squad, is a household name in Scottish entertainment.

Lee Greig (also known as Jack Jester), fresh from his appearance in BBC Scotland comedy “The Scotts,” brings his unique brand of mayhem to the ring.

At night, fans can attend a separate, ticketed ICW event in the same building: ICW Fight Club. This special event is tailored for wrestling fans of all ages, and is a perfect opportunity for families to bond over the thrills and spills of Scottish wrestling in a wrestling-only setting. 

Tickets for the Saturday night ICW Fight Club event are available in two formats – Family of 4 Tickets and Single Seats. Importantly, Comic Con Scotland tickets are not required for entry, making it convenient for wrestling enthusiasts to attend this show separately.

Don’t miss this historic weekend of family-friendly wrestling entertainment. You never know who might turn up!

Date: October 7th, 2023

Time: Doors open at 6:30 PM, with the event running from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Location: Royal Highland Centre, Royal Highland Centre Ingliston, EH28 8NB.

Lothian Buses announce new links to Vaccination Centre at Ingliston

Lothian Buses has today (Friday 19 February) announced its intention to introduce new daily transport links to the NHS Lothian Vaccination Centre located at the west of the city at the Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston.

From Sunday (21 February), Skylink services 200, 300 and 400 will be rerouted to provide vital links direct to the Royal Highland Centre from across Edinburgh and will assist thousands of individuals as they make the essential and important journey to the Vaccination Centre located within the grounds.

Services will stop at the Ingliston Road stop every day between approximately 07:45 hours and 21:00 hours.

The company has launched a dedicated Vaccination Centre journey planning webpage where locals can find information on how to travel to NHS Lothian Vaccination Centres across Edinburgh and the Lothians.

Nigel Serafini, Interim Managing Director at Lothian Buses, said: “We are delighted to be able to support NHS Lothian with the rollout of the Covid-19 Vaccination programme by making it easier for residents across Edinburgh and the Lothians to travel to their appointments, as well as offering vital public transport links for those keyworkers and volunteers helping within the centre.

“Our teams have worked hard over the last 12 months to ensure our buses are clean, safe and accessible for those that require to make essential journeys.”

Lothian also recently announced that Lothian Country’s Service 275 will be rerouted to serve the Vaccination Centre at Pyramid’s Business Park, West Lothian, providing vital links across the region for locals attending vaccination appointments.

Information on services operating to Edinburgh Airport via Royal Highland Centre is outlined below:

  • Skylink 200 – Ocean Terminal <> Airport via Newhaven, Granton, Muirhouse, Drylaw, Blackhall and Clermiston.
  • Skylink 300 – Surgeons’ Hall <> Airport via Tollcross, Shandon, Slateford, Sighthill and Gyle Centre.
  • Skylink 400 – Fort Kinnaird <> Airport via Niddrie, Royal Infirmary, Gilmerton, Fairmilehead, Oxgangs, Clovenstone, Sighthill and Gyle Centre.

Disabled motoring event returns in 2019

Following this summer’s warm welcome and successful turn out The Big Event, the UK’s largest display of cars, scooters and powered wheelchairs for disabled people, will return to the NEC in Birmingham on 28-29 June 2019. Continue reading Disabled motoring event returns in 2019

Sea Creatures coming to Edinburgh

A GROUNDBREAKING new exhibition allowing visitors to explore the secrets of life beneath the ocean’s waves is coming to Scotland. Featuring incredible cross-sections of animals from whales and penguins to Great White sharks, SEA CREATURES: Life Beneath The Ocean will provide a never-before-seen up-close glimpse of their complex organs. Continue reading Sea Creatures coming to Edinburgh