Traditional boats from far and wide dock in at
the fishing town of Portsoy
in Aberdeenshire for the 16th annual Scottish Traditional Boat Festival.
A major event in
the Homecoming 2009 calendar, the festival has been extended by two days this
year to include a symposium of speakers from around the world. Special seminars in all
things maritime, such as shanty, boat design, sail weaving and gansey knitting,
will take place around the harbour.
Events include a
Friday night concert, a Food Fair at Wally Green, and family fun at
Adventure Land. A 2k Fun Run and 10 or 20k Road Run will also take place on the
Sunday.
The renovated Salmon Bothy, which
opened at last year's festival, is now a fully fledged museum of Portsoy's
history and the salmon fishery. ‘Upstairs at the Bothy' will also host
exhibitions, demonstrations and entertainment and for those wishing to explore
their roots, there's a fully equipped genealogical research facility.
Price: Entry
to the harbour is £8.00 for adults, £5.00 for concessions and children aged
5-15, and free for children under 5. There is no charge for parking.