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SUMMARY:Town Tidy
DESCRIPTION:Dornoch’s Special Town Tidy – Pre Royal visit tidy up. \nTuesday 5th May 2026 – 5.30pm to 7pm \nYou may have already heard – on Weds 13th May The Princess Royal will be visiting Dornoch so it’d be amazing to get a few extra pairs of hands to help tidy up the town. If you’re free and can join us\, come along\, it’d be great to see you! We meet outside The Jail in Cathedral Square at 5.30pm and afterwards we head up to the Social Club for a well earned cuppa and a slice of cake. \nIf you like baking and can make the volunteers a cake for afterwards this would be great! \nIf you’d like to help tidy up the towns planters\, then let us know as the towns fabulous volunteer group Flowers & Fairs are arranging a pre royal visit tidy up too. So please\, we’d love to hear from you! \n“Many hands make light work” \nDornoch BID’s monthly Town Tidies have become a real highlight\, bringing people together\, strengthening community spirit\, and helping our town shine. They have also supported the launch of the We Are Dornoch crowdfunding campaign\, which has already raised nearly £1\,000 for local projects. \nA special thank you goes to local businessman Ewan MacLeod (Hi Safe Ltd)\, who has generously provided volunteers with high-vis vests and gloves – keeping everyone safe\, visible\, and warm. And of course\, a heartfelt thanks to our fantastic volunteers\, whose continued commitment makes such a visible difference to Dornoch every month. \nEveryone is warmly invited to join in and help keep our town looking its very best! \nCLICK HERE TO DONATE TO WE ARE DORNOCH
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LOCATION:Dornoch Square\, Dornoch\, Sutherland\, IV25 3SD\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Community Markets
DESCRIPTION:Market days in Dornoch are held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month\, from May through September. \nThe market runs from 9:30am to 1pm on the Cathedral Green. Come and browse up to 30 stalls with homegrown produce\, plants\, arts & crafts\, baking\, rape seed oil\, butcher\, hand made soap\, cheese\, jewellery\, gifts & clothing and more! \nFor more information or to book a stand telephone 01408 641469 or email whealingpost@gmail.com
URL:https://www.thisisdornoch.com/event/community-markets/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Cathedral Green\, Castle Street\, Dornoch\, Sutherland\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:East Sutherland Rotary & ESRA Classic Car Tour
DESCRIPTION:Experience the breathtaking scenery of the Highlands while supporting two fantastic local causes! The Rotary Club of East Sutherland and the East Sutherland Rescue Association (ESRA) are delighted to announce the return of our charity Classic Car Tour on Saturday 16th May 2026. \nThe Route\nThe journey begins at Dornoch Square. Drivers will head West to Lochinver for lunch before returning to the historic Dunrobin Castle for afternoon tea. To ensure everyone stays on track\, route checks will be in place\, and all participants will receive a Road Book and Map. \nEvent Details\nStart Time: The start opens at 8:00 am for the collection of rally plates and maps.\nEligibility: We welcome all Vintage\, Historic\, and Classic cars\, as well as Modern Sports cars.\nEntry Fee: There is no entry fee to participate! Instead\, we ask all entrants to utilise the official sponsorship form to help us reach our £10\,000 goal for charity.\nCharities Supported: All funds raised go to the Rotary Club of East Sutherland Trust Fund to benefit ESRA (Dornoch Firth Independent Lifeboat)\, the Scottish Charity Air Ambulance\, and other Rotary-supported causes. \nWhat’s Included?\nYour participation includes: \nOfficial Rally Plates for your vehicle.\nA comprehensive Road Book and Map.\nAutomatic entry into a Special Prize Draw. \nHow to Enter\nEntries are strictly limited to a maximum of 50 cars\, so early booking is recommended. Once the 50th application is received\, a waiting list will be established. \nTo secure your spot\, please submit an Official Entry Form to:\nTony Gill\n7 Manse Park\nBrora\nKW9 6PT \nEmail: rcoescartour@gmail.com \nNote: Final instructions and an electronic map will be sent to all participants in May 2026.
URL:https://www.thisisdornoch.com/event/east-sutherland-rotary-esra-classic-car-tour/
LOCATION:Dornoch Square\, Dornoch\, Sutherland\, IV25 3SD\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Car Boot Sale
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of shopping fun as we bring together a variety of sellers from all over the community. Browse through a wide range of items\, from pre-loved clothes and goodies to crafts and vintage collectables. With so many sellers in one place\, there’s something for everyone. \nDon’t forget to bring your appetite\, as we’ll also have Jimmy on duty with his delicious bacon rolls with refreshments available throughout the morning. Plus\, our friendly community atmosphere means you’ll meet\, chat\, and mingle with locals and visitors alike. \nSo\, gather your friends and family and come along to our car boot sale. It’s a great way to support our local community while snagging some fantastic deals in a great atmosphere. \nIf you are interested in a table\, please contact Jaen Rowland on: jaen.rowland@outlook.com
URL:https://www.thisisdornoch.com/event/car-boot-sale/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Dornoch Community Centre (Social Club)\, Dornoch\, Sutherland\, IV25 3PF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Charity & Community,Family Focused
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SUMMARY:Skelbo House Open Garden
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy a wonderful peaceful garden sitting above Loch Fleet\, herbaceous borders\, woodland walk and large vegetable plot. \nNo need to book\, pay at the door\, £7 card or cash\, kids free\, dogs on leads welcome.
URL:https://www.thisisdornoch.com/event/skelbo-house-open-garden/
LOCATION:Skelbo House\, Loch Fleet Road\,\, Dornoch\, Sutherland\, IV25 3QG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Charity & Community
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SUMMARY:Festival Week
DESCRIPTION:Dornoch Festival Week is held every August following the Highland Games\, offering a packed programme of family activities! \nOffering a week-long programme designed to bring locals and visitors together\, the Festival Week is held annually in the week following the historic Dornoch Highland Gathering. The festival transforms the town into a hub of activity with events ranging from traditional competitions to modern family fun. Whether you are a regular visitor or discovering Dornoch for the first time\, the festival provides a warm Highland welcome and a perfect way to experience the town’s unique charm. \nFamily Favourites. The week is traditionally packed with classic events that have become local legends. Look out for the Sandcastle Competition on the golden sands of Dornoch beach\, the always-popular Pet Show\, and the high-energy Teddy Bears’ Picnic for our younger guests. \nCommunity Challenges. Put your skills to the test in the Car Treasure Hunt\, or join a team for the Family Quiz Night. For those who enjoy a bit of deduction\, the ‘Window Spotting’ competition around the town’s shop windows is a must-do activity for all ages. \nThe Great Duck Race. One of the festival’s most anticipated highlights\, the Duck Race sees hundreds of yellow rubber ducks “racing” down the burn from Station Square to the masonic hall. It’s a firm favourite for spectators lining the route. \nActive & Social Events. From children’s football and sports days to the Kids’ Highland Games\, there are plenty of ways to stay active. As the sun sets\, the festival often features live music\, bingo nights\, and the legendary End of Festival Party to close the week in style. \nPlease note: The full 2026 programme is currently being finalised. Check back soon for specific dates and event times\, or follow the Festival’s Facebook page.
URL:https://www.thisisdornoch.com/event/festival-week/
LOCATION:Sutherland
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SUMMARY:Bonfire Night
DESCRIPTION:Follow the spectacular Torchlit Parade from Dornoch Square to the Meadows for our annual Bonfire Night celebration! \n6:30pm – Torches available to buy in the Square \n7pm – Parade begins along Castle Street towards Meadows Park \n7:30pm (approx) – Fireworks display (quiet fireworks will be used\, but please – no pets) \nThere’ll also be Herchers’ Amusements\, a burger van\, plus a sparkler stand. See you there!
URL:https://www.thisisdornoch.com/event/bonfire-night/
LOCATION:Dornoch Square\, Dornoch\, Sutherland\, IV25 3SD\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:New Year Hogmanay Celebrations
DESCRIPTION:Welcome in the New Year in Dornoch!\nJoin us for the annual Hogmanay Street Party! For years people have flocked from all over to experience a true Scottish Hogmanay in Dornoch\, and we can’t wait to bring it to you again! \nThe usual running order on the night is – \n\n10pm – 11:55pm – Live music in the Square\n11:55pm – The Lone Piper on the battlements of Dornoch Castle Hotel brings in the New Year!\nMidnight – The Fireworks!\nMidnight – 1:30am – Live music in the Square (and dancing!) resumes.\n\nKeep the cold Scottish air at bay with some great food and fantastic music at the street party. When the bells ring out at midnight\, don’t forget to belt out Auld Lang Syne! We’ll also be selling raffle tickets with some fabulous prizes\, if you don’t want to wait that long you can purchase them online closer to the time. \nPlease help us light up the streets. The Dornoch Hogmanay Street Party is funded on donations and fundraising alone. Your contribution can go a long way in making sure the party continues next year. If you would like to donate\, you can do so at our Just Giving page. \nHogmanay in Dornoch isn’t just centred around our Street Party; throughout the weekend there’ll be events at Dornoch Cathedral\, Hogmanay dinners\, first footing breakfasts\, the Loony Dook\, New Year’s lunch and much more. Make sure to check out the programme above to see what we have to offer. \nThe Annual Loony Dook at Dornoch Beach will be held on 1st January with times to be arranged closer to the date. The East Sutherland Rescue Association (ESRA) will provide safety cover in the water. There will be warm refreshments; donations to charity (card or cash). \nThe water and climate in January is very cold\, so enter the water at your own risk. No unaccompanied children under 16 years.
URL:https://www.thisisdornoch.com/event/new-year-hogmanay-celebrations-2026/
LOCATION:Dornoch Square\, Dornoch\, Sutherland\, IV25 3SD\, United Kingdom
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