Festival of Folklore

Brand new Scottish festival celebrating the world of folklore, and based in the mythical landscape of Upper Nithsdale, D&G. Presented by Mostly Ghostly

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Join us at 7pm tonight for an intriguing online presentation with Dr Peter Hewitt, part of the #FestivalofFolklore. Booking closes at 4pm - don't miss it! https://t.co/oq6IoCWthn

[Festival of Folklore @festoffolklore]

Join us at @CMVerse today for some Multisensory Mischief! Delighted to be bringing your this #inclusivestorytelling event in partnership with our friends at @PAMIS_Scotland! #scotlandstartshere

[Festival of Folklore @festoffolklore]

The @MostlyGhostly_ team take a trip up to Scotland's highest village tonight, where they'll present Mining, Ghosts and Curious Tales! Delighted to be joined by Museum of Lead Mining Tour Guide, David Mason. A night to remember awaits! #scotlandstartshere #goingunderground

[Festival of Folklore @festoffolklore]

Changes to our Festival programme: Due to unforeseen circumstances, today's events with Dr Valentina Bold (Stories of the Crichton Asylum) and Tom Hughes (Protecting The Home and cyanotype photography) have been cancelled. We look forward to working together in the future.

[Festival of Folklore @festoffolklore]

Discover some of the hidden secrets of Dumfries and Galloway with Dr Peter Hewitt, in his Zoom event - Concealed Objects: 'Magical Artefacts' from Dumfries & Galloway & Beyond, part of the #FestivalofFolklore. Please book here: https://t.co/oq6IoCWthn #museumsmatter #folklore

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Excited to welcome young writer L.M owens, and harpist Hector McQuarrie-Parkes, to the #FestivalofFolklore in #Sanquhar tomorrow! Sat. 24th at 11am. Free event @atheairts #YS2022 #TalesofScotland #scotlandstartshere

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We're delighted to be welcoming back Dr Peter Hewitt to the #FestivalofFolklore with a fascinating online talk entitled: Concealed Objects: 'Magical Artefacts' from Dumfries & Galloway & Beyond. Sun. 25th Sept. at 7pm, book your free place here! https://t.co/w2ZaTOsY7P #YS2022

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The wonderful Galloway Consort are all set up for their performance here in Sanquhar, and will return at 2pm - a joy to behold! #FestivalofFolklore

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@dgplacenames Glad you've gathered some more info for the project, thanks again Colin! :)

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The incredibly knowledgeable and engaging Dr Colin Mackenzie @dgplacenames, with some of his appreciative guests at tonight's 'Tales from Upper Nithsdale's Place-Names'. Proud to host Colin at the #FestivalofFolklore - thank you so much! #YS2022

[Festival of Folklore @festoffolklore]

Huge thanks indeed to Judith and Peter, for their time, enthusiasm and support, always a pleasure working with you!

[Mostly Ghostly Tours @MostlyGhostly_]

Warmest thanks to Judith Hewitt @DumGalMuseums and Dr Peter Hewitt @MuseumsGalScot for hosting a fascinating and thought-provoking event on the future of Sanquhar Tolbooth. Your support for the @festoffolklore has been invaluable. #LoveDandG #museumsmatter

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Dr Colin Mackenzie will be sharing some fascinating 'Tales of Upper Nithsdale' at 7:30pm tonight, in #Sanquhar. Book your place here: https://t.co/sz0WnPZC1d @dgplacenames

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@Val_Bold @ei_folklore @TobarDualchais @scotstoryforum @ScotStoryCentre @FalkStoryFest @orkneyology @FolkloreThurs Thank you, Valentina x

[Dr Valentina Bold FSA Scot @Val_Bold]

The perfect way to celebrate #FolkloreThursday, in the best of company! https://t.co/pvTzxVv8N1

@ei_folklore @TobarDualchais @scotstoryforum @ScotStoryCentre @FalkStoryFest @orkneyology @FolkloreThurs

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Festival of Folklore Live! Tune in at 6pm @alivedumfries with Kenny and Kathleen, broadcasting live from the Nithsdale Hotel in Sanquhar, as they celebrate #FestivalofFolklore IV, with some very special guests chatting all things history, heritage, myth and magic! #YS2022

[Mostly Ghostly Tours @MostlyGhostly_]

Lots going on @festoffolklore - thanks so much to all the amazing contributors, performers and supporters! Please message the team for your copy of the Festival Programme. #LoveDandG #scotlandstartshere #YS2022 #TalesofScotland.

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Come along to the Nithsdale Hotel this morning, and share your views on the future of #Sanquhar Tolbooth #Museum - a great opportunity to make a positive difference. Hosted by Museums Curator Judith Hewitt, and Dr Peter Hewitt of Museums Galleries Scotland. #museumsmatter

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Thanks to the children of Kelloholm Primary School for opening our #FestivalofFolklore today with 'Our #Graveyard Project'! Great to see the children taking centre stage; inquisitive, enthusiastic and engaging - well done! #scotlandstartshere #YS2022