The Ricoh Women’s British Open at Carnoustie Golf Links: 28 to 31 July 2011

The Ricoh Women’s British Open is one of the golfing highlights of the sporting calendar. In its 36th year, this year’s Championship makes its first appearance at one of the most famous and challenging links courses in the UK, Carnoustie Golf Links. The Scottish club is a fitting stage on which to perform for the world’s leading players over what will be 4 memorable days from the 28th – 31st of July, 2011. Along with the superb golf on show at the Carnoustie Golf Links, spectators will find the perfect opportunity to relax and savour the atmosphere when not out on the course; the Championship Village will host a number of exhibition and retail units, interactive activities, and public catering facilities for the whole family to enjoy. The 2011 Ricoh Women’s British Open is all set to be another fantastic tournament. Take the opportunity to watch the world’s best women players showcasing their talents when the Championship gets under way at the famous links course on the 28th of July.

Aberdeen International Youth Festival: Wednesday July 27 to Saturday August 6

Aberdeen International Youth Festival is recognised as one of the leading youth arts events held anywhere in the world. Now in its 39th year, this celebratory multi-arts event provides a 10 day whirlwind of shows that include classical music, dance, jazz and theatre. There are also a number of workshops and master-classes available that run in tandem with the main festival programme.

Many shows have special value tickets for families and OAP’s and some of the events are free.
One of the highlights of this year’s festival will include a series of choral concerts from the National Youth Choir of Scotland, an Icelandic female choir and Norway’s finest choristers, ‘Stord Undomsker’.

There is also an extensive classical music programme, big band jazz performances and some electrifying dance shows on offer.

As part of the AIYF Scottish Festival Tour some of our top acts will also be performing at venues in Inverness, Perth, Dunfermline and Montrose.

The Tall Ships Races Lerwick: 21st to 24th July 2011

Lerwick, in the Shetland Islands, looks forward to welcoming the fleet of The Tall Ships Races 2011.

Shetland is world renowned for its hospitality, its excellent music and its maritime heritage, making Lerwick a first-class port for The Tall Ships Races. Over four days from the 21st to the 24th of July 2011, crews, locals and visitors will have the opportunity to sample the best of Shetland’s culture within the intimate setting of Lerwick harbour.

Come to Shetland to join in this celebration of seafaring tradition.

You will leave with some unforgettable Shetland memories!

EDINBURGH JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL – 22 to 31 July 2011

The Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival, now in its 33rd year, is the UK’s longest running jazz festival offers a diverse and exciting range of jazz and blues with over 90 shows in the City’s concert halls, clubs, bars, churches, streets and tents! With a range of special offers, free events and tickets from only £5, there’s something for everyone to enjoy, whether you’re a jazz aficionado or experiencing jazz or blues for the first time. Creating a real buzz around Edinburgh, this lively festival has it all – from serious jazz to party nights...!

To keep up to date with what’s happening, and for last minute additions, you can check the website www.edinburghjazzfestival.com and following them on Facebook and Twitter .

Hebridean Celtic Festival 13 – 16 July 2011

Hebridean Celtic Festival is simply one of the most amazing festivals set against the unique cultural backdrop of the Hebrides.

The 16th edition of the island's flagship event is set to take us on another musical voyage of discovery, with supershows in the main arena, intimate concerts in the island's art centre, community events around Lewis & Harris, childrens activities, dances, street threatre and so much more.

Tickets on sale from 14 April from: http://www.hebceltfest.com/ or 01851 621234.

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JLS and Olly Murs Concert at Ross County Football Club: 2 July 2011

Ross County’s phone lines have been red hot since it was revealed chart-toppers JLS and Olly Murs will play at the Dingwall club’s Victoria Park stadium this summer.

Ross County are delighted to have been able to attract two top name acts, which are in great demand and regularly sell out venues around the country, to the Highlands. And the club hope that their investment in bringing them north will result in a sensational sell-out summer event.

Tickets are still available for the event from http://www.seetickets.com/ or by phoning the booking line on 08716 207060.

The Barclays Scottish Open at Castle Stuart Golf Links: 7 to 10 July 2011

The Barclays Scottish Open at Castle Stuart Golf Links is situated between Inverness and Nairn on Scotland’s Moray Firth coast.

Castle Stuart Golf Links will be the seventh Scottish course to play host to the prestigious tournament since 1972.

This ground breaking trip to the Highlands also begins a two week festival of links golf which spans the entire length of the United Kingdom.

If you're a golf fan, this outstanding venue for championship golf is the place to be from 7th - 10th July!