| 23rd April 2024 |
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| Voting open for Seafood Queen |
Voting is now open for Tarberts businesses to vote for this years Seafood Queen.
Voting forms will be handed out over the next few days to determine who will wear the coveted Seafood Queens crown this year.
Her identity will be revealed at the Princess Disco on Friday 17th May - exciting times and keep an eye on the blog! |
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| 23rd February 2024 |
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| Tarbert Seafood Festival Theme Revealed... |
Get ready for this years Seafood Festival parade as your favourite character from a childrens book.
Thats right, this years theme is childrens books and we cant wait to see what you all come up with.
Tarbert Seafood Festival Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 July 2024. |
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| 19th December 2023 |
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| Signing off 2023... |
Its that time of year again when we all gather together with our families and friends to celebrate the joy of being together.
Were looking forward to welcoming you back to Tarbert in 2024 to take part in and enjoy our full festival calendar.
Until then, everyone involved with Tarbert Enterprise Company and Tarbert Festivals wish you a Happy and Healthy Christmas and a Prosperous New Year.
Slainte! |
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| 19th December 2023 |
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| Santa patrol ready for lift off! |
Are all your good boys and girls ready? We hope so, because the Santa Patrol is heading off on Friday 22 December round the village.
Santa and his elves will be accompanied by the Tarbert Community Fire Service, so listen out for him coming to your part of town!
Check out his route: We will depart from the Fire Station at 5.30pm and will head up over Lady Ileene Road, stopping at The Monument. Then, down the hill to stop at the Church Car Park. Onwards out to The West Loch. Come out and give Santa a wave. Next, stop back into the village, stopping at the bottom car park at Oakfield . Then, back into the village, turning into Kingsway and stopping at Church Terrace. The Santa Patrol will then carry on up for Easfield and Brucehill stopping at the School Carpark. Then, for the final stretch, a run along Garval Terrace. |
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| 14th November 2023 |
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| Winter festival is on its way! |
Were on the countdown to this years Winter Festival. It might be the middle of November but if you listen very carefully you can hear Tarbert’s elves working hard to get everything ready in time for this year’s Christmas Fair.
Held on the last Friday in November, Tarbert Christmas Fair is the final official celebration in the village’s busy festival calendar.
The afternoon is set aside for shopping as, between 3.00pm – 7.00pm, the Templar Arts and Leisure Centre throws its doors open to stallholders selling unique and often handmade gifts. With offerings ranging from chocolate and cakes to candles and soaps there is something here for everyone – even those friends who are really difficult to buy for!
And of course, the evening’s entertainment continues after the market ends as the village gears up for the Christmas light switch on.
Make sure you have a mulled wine or hot chocolate and head for the creel tree on the harbourside to wait for Tarbert Primary school children to parade from the school to the tree, holding their decorated lanterns.
What do you do round a Christmas tree? Sing of course, and the children will sing some of the festive songs they’ve been learning especially for this occasion.
As is tradition, Tarbert’s Seafood Queen and her Princesses have the honour of pressing the button to bathe the village in festive lights. This year’s royal family of Seafood Queen Kayleigh Hawthorn and Princesses Esmée MacDougall and Maisy Stewart will be on hand to make sure that everything goes to plan.
Whether you live in Tarbert, are a regular visitor, or are just passing through, you can expect a warm welcome to this community event.
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| 31st October 2023 |
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| Tarbert Christmas Fair |
Join us between 3.00pm - 7.00pm on Friday 24 November in the Templar Arts and Leisure Centre for this years Christmas Fair.
Enjoy Christmas shopping for some unique gifts before gathering around the Christmas tree for the official festive light switch on at 7.00pm.
We cant wait! |
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| 10th October 2023 |
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| Getting ready to turn on the sparkle |
Make a date with us on Friday 24 November to see Tarbert get dressed in its Christmas finery when the lights are switched on.
Our elves are busy putting plans in place and this is where we need YOU! If you would like to take a stall at our Christmas Fair in TALC on Friday 24th November between 4pm - 8pm then PM the Tarbert Winter Fair Facebook page by 1 November to reserve a space.
Unfortunately, if there is not enough interest then this part of the fair wont be able to go ahead.
So, if you have something to sell that you think would make a perfect gift then make sure you message us soon! |
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| 18th September 2023 |
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| Music Festival fun! |
You sang, you danced, you partied! Thank you to everyone who joined us in the hall, the pubs, hotels and marquee. You were fantastic.
Thanks to all the bands who provided the soundtrack for Tarbert Music Festival 2023 - this is going to be a hard one to beat - but well give it a go in 2024.
Thank you for spending your summer with us and we look forward to welcoming you back to the best wee village in the west coast next year. |
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| 12th September 2023 |
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| Festival fever hits Tarbert |
Tarbert Music Festival is ready to go. Running between 15 - 17 September, the village is gearing up for a party.
It fun starts on Friday night with the Hoolie in the Hall which is headlined by Rhuvaal. With all profits being ploughed into future festivals, this is a fantastic way to start the weekend on the right note.
On Saturday and Sunday afternoons, its off to the Marquee at Tarbert Harbour for family friendly entertainment as some of Scotlands best girl-group tribute bands perform tunes guaranteed to get you up dancing.
Sunday afternoon has a whole afternoon of music with Beer on the Pier - from punk to covers - theres something for every musical taste. Headlined this year by the Laurettes, were also welcoming the Bhangra Beatles, Iona Fyfe and Anavrin to the stage.
And of course, it wouldnt be the Music Festival without music in the pubs and hotels. Check out the Tarbert Music Festival Facebook page for times and bands.
Well see you there - bring your singing voices and your dancing shoes. |
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| 21st July 2023 |
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| Tarbert Fair - don't miss it |
Tarbert Fair returns from 26 - 29 July 2023.
Traditionally the weekend when everyone came home were looking forward to some family fun and maybe even a shot on the waltzers! |
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| 7th July 2023 |
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| Festival fever returns to Tarbert |
Tarbert’s highly anticipated Seafood Festival returned last weekend and delivered two days of family-fun, music, royalty and, of course, the best seafood on the west coast.
Traditionally taking place on the first Saturday and Sunday of July, Tarbert Seafood Festival is one of the highlights in the village’s festival calendar.
The fun started early on Saturday morning with stalls lining the harbourside. Selling everything from the freshest local seafood to arts and crafts, this was a browsers delight.
As you’d expect from Tarbert, it was seafood which was the star of the show. Chef Mike Leslie owner of the Coachman Inn in Kilsyth was in charge of this year’s cookery demonstrations on the Quay. Mike was ably assisted by chefs Stephen White and Ross Payne, who not only cooked for the crowd, but also took on this year’s Ready, Steady, Cook challenge. It’s fair to say that no seafood lover left the Quay hungry on Saturday morning!
It was then on to the official start of the event, the crowning of the Seafood Queen. This year the honour was given to Kayleigh Hawthorn, who was joined in her royal duties by princesses Esmée MacDougall and Maisy Stewart. It fell to Chairman of the Clyde Fisherman’s Association Kenny MacNab MBE to present Tarbert’s 2023 royal family to the assembled crowd before 2022 Seafood Queen Keira Guy placed the Seafood Festival crown on Kayleigh’s head.
No Seafood Festival is complete without a parade and the theme this year was ‘Films from the Sea’. Led by Mid Argyll Pipe Band, this year’s parade featured a raft of fabulous floats including Tarbert Baywatch, Whisky Galore, Sponge Bob Squarepants and Avatar.
Street entertainment was provided by circus performers and stilt walkers, who were also joined by the Clan Stunt Team who made sure to wow the youngers in the crowd with their talented tricks on two-wheels.
And that festival spirit continued right into Sunday with the return of Beer on the Pier, where the crowd was entertained by girl group Feeva, The Broclaimers who rocked the marquee with their Proclaimers tribute and local favourites the Democrats.
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| 1st July 2023 |
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| Tarbert Seafood Festival kicks off in style |
Tarbert Seafood Festival took to the stage on Saturday 1st July. The event promised the best of family fun and of course the best seafood on the west coast, and boy did it deliver!
This years Seafood Queen, Kayleigh Hawthorn, accompanied by her princesses Esmee MacDougall and Maisy Stewart were on hand to deal with the formalities of the day, before taking part in the legendary festival parade.
And for everyone who enjoyed the first day, its all happening again on Sunday for Beer on the Pier. |
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| 29th May 2023 |
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| Winners announced as Scottish Series 2023 draws to a close |
At the end of a weekend of challenging conditions and fierce racing, the Impala 28 Arcade sailed by Jack Aitken was named overall winner of Scottish Series 2023.
Arcade, finished the Series with five firsts, a second and a third. They discarded the third, to end the event on five points, taking their class win as well as the prestigious title of Scottish Series champions.
IRC Class 1 was taken by veteran campaigner Jonathan Anderson sailing El Gran Senor.
IRC Class 2 and RC 35 Scottish Championship was won by Banshee sailed by Charles Frize.
Scottish Series Chairman Jamie McGarry said: ‘This has been an absolutely fantastic weekend of racing. It has been so good to be back in Tarbert. Scottish Series is an incredibly important event and we’re delighted to have worked with our sponsors and Tarbert Enterprise Company, together with Tarbert Harbour Authority to deliver a world-class Series.
‘As well as our sponsors and supporters I’d like to thank all the crews who worked so hard to put on a great show on the water and the wider community of Tarbert who welcomed us with open arms. Roll on Scottish Series 2024.’
Alongside the overall Scottish Series trophy, the well-attended prizegiving, which took place in the Marquee at Tarbert Harbour, saw the following crews pick up some coveted Scottish Series silverware:
The Bell Lawrie Belfast Cup - Argento
The Tunnocks Cup – Micky Finn IV
The Clyde Bowl – Micky Finn IV
The Crawford McInnes Trophy - Griogair MacFarlane - Tata
The La Rochelle Trophy – St Bridget.
The Vanora Cup – Micky Finn IV.
The Anchor Hotel Trophy – Mayrise
The Saturn Sails Trophy – Arcade
The St George Bowl – Banshee
The Causeway Cup – Something Else
The McIver Salver – Banshee
Valhalla of Ashton Salver – Geoff Crowley
The Scottish Series Trophy – Arcade
ICC Decanter – Peter Edmond
This year’s Scottish Series ran from 26 – 29 May 2023 in Tarbert, Loch Fyne. For full results visit https://www.halsail.com/Result/Public/72209?EventID=4198
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| 20th May 2023 |
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| Seafood Festival royal family announced |
This year’s Seafood Festival royal family was announced on Friday night. Kayleigh Hawthorn is the 2023 Seafood Queen and she will be accompanied by her princesses Maisy Stewart and Esmée MacDougall
As is customary, the announcement was made at the Princess Disco, where the newly appointed royals found themselves facing the cameras for the first time. This is just the start of their official engagements as this year’s festival promises a packed programme of family-friendly fun.
This year’s Tarbert Seafood Festival will take place from 1 – 2 July. |
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| 17th May 2023 |
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| Shoreside fun at Scottish Series |
Its not all about on the water fun at Scottish Series - weve got a great line-up of shoreside entertainment in store for you this year.
From come and see to come and do activities, youll not be bored as you wait for the boats to come in! |
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| 21st April 2023 |
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| Update from the Scottish Series Chairman |
Chairman’s Update Entrants
It seems timely to pop my head up above the organisational wall and bring everyone up to speed as our regatta approaches.
I could pretty much some up where we are in one word… READY
Over the past few months a dedicated team of volunteers have put together the building blocks of this fabulous regatta.
Our PRO David has his senior race team in place, well known faces who understand the Loch. We have a number of superb sponsors on board bringing not just money but prizes in way of their fabulous products. We have been overwhelmed with the support from our sponsors
I’ve been to visit the team in Tarbert at Tarbert Harbour and Tarbert Enterprise Company, both bodies are not only ready they are excited to see us. They are our partners in this regatta and I cannot express strongly enough how committed they are to you as sailors and this regatta, they have a great plan with a bundle of work being done centring around the tent. They have music every night and hot meals for both breakfast and dinner. There will be plentiful beer and we will all come together for Big Vern.
The regatta team are also looking forward to working with Tarbert Sailing Club, they were a huge support last year and we very much welcome them as part of the regatta family.
Numbers of entrants are great and we are heading towards 100 boats!!!
In terms of racing we aim to provide a top class 4 days of racing with mixed courses and hopefully close results. On the subject of results the plan is already in place to have these published “real time” .. so keep an eye on those phones.
Our team will be passing you all of the information you need throughout the regatta, we will have live WhatsApp, radio broadcasts and daily skippers briefings. We absolutely want to make the racing experience slick, competitive and fun.
To you the competitors I want to offer a special note of thanks, we are delighted that you have put your trust in us and voted with your entries. I know for many last year was a strain and the fact you are coming out in such huge numbers makes all the effort worthwhile.. The team will not let you down.
I am really pleased with progress, I’m excited about the regatta and a cracking weekend in Tarbert.
For any of your friends or family that don’t sail but would like to be part of the day, tell them to reach out. We’ve a great army of volunteers but we’d welcome more with open arms.
All I need to sort now is 12 knots from a steady direction and temperature around 20 degrees
See you all soon
Jamie |
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| 27th March 2023 |
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| Seafood Festival theme revealed |
Its time to start planning your costume for this years Seafood Festival. The theme has been announces as Films From the Sea.
That should give you lots of ideas - but strangely enough weve got the theme from Jaws stuck in our heads! |
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| 21st March 2023 |
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| Princess disco |
Date for your diary!
Were on the look out for this years Seafood Princesses. So if you think youve got what it takes, make sure youre in the Village Hall on Friday 19th May for our Princess Disco.
Were excited to announce this years Royal Family! |
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| 6th January 2023 |
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| Tarbert Seafood Festival confirms dates |
Tarbert Seafood Festival has confirmed this years event will be held on 1 and 2 July.
Expect all the things you love including great food, famous Seafood Festival parade, street entertainment, our 2023 Royal Family and not forgetting Sundays Beer on the Pier.
Keep an eye on the Seafood Festival Facebook page for updates over the coming months. |
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| 20th December 2022 |
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| Tarbert Wraps Up Christmas! |
Members of Tarbert Festivals Committee were joined by Tarbert Fire and Rescue Service tonight (Tuesday 20 December) to bring a very special guest to meet the villages good boys and girls.
This was the last chance for youngsters to tell Santa what theyd like to find under their Christmas tree on Christmas morning, and Santa was delighted to tour the village and meet as many children (of all ages!) as he could.
All of us from Tarbert Festivals wish you and your family and happy and healthy Christmas and New Year. We very much hope we can meet again at one of our events in 2023. |
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| 19th December 2022 |
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| Santa Claus is coming to town! |
The Tarbert Santa Patrol Route 2022
On the road again.
We will depart from the Fire Station at 5.30pm and make the following stops:
The Monument, Lady Ileene Road,
Bus Stop/Church Car Park
The Village Hall
Come on out and give Santa a wave on route to
The West Loch.
Next Oakfield, bottom car park. Kingsway /Church Terrace.
School Car Park for Easfield & Brucehill.
Then finally Garvel Car Park.
Merry Christmas |
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| 13th December 2022 |
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| Here comes Santa! |
The Tarbert Santa Patrol Route 2022
On the road again.
We will depart from the Fire Station at 5.30pm and make the following stops:
The Monument, Lady Ileene Road,
Bus Stop/Church Car Park
The Village Hall
Come on out and give Santa a wave on route to
The West Loch.
Next Oakfield, bottom car park. Kingsway /Church Terrace.
School Car Park for Easfield & Brucehill.
Then finally Garvel Car Park.
Merry Christmas |
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| 7th December 2022 |
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| Christmas comes to Tarbert! |
Tarbert turned its back on the dark on Friday night (25 November) as the village switched on its Christmas lights. The evening began with children from Tarbert Academy walking from the school to the creel tree in the centre of the village, holding the lanterns they’d made for the event.
Davie Hay and Issy Dunn provided the music to get the waiting crowd into the festive spirit before the countdown to the light switch which was led this year by Anne Horn. Anne thanked everyone for coming along, as well as giving thanks to the community team who built this year’s creel tree, together with the fishermen who provided the creels. It then fell to this year’s Seafood Princesses Macey Fair and Caelyn Grahem to press the button and switch on the lights right across the village. |
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| 18th November 2022 |
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| Lighting up Tarbert on Friday 25 November! |
Tarbert’s Winter Festival is a community centered event which celebrates the beginning of the festive season.
As always the village is the centre of the evening’s festivities. Gather from around 6.00pm to watch pupils from Tarbert Academy parade to the creel tree with their lanterns.
The excitement grows as anticipation for the light switch on gets nearer. This year our Seafood Festival Royal Family will be there to throw the switch to light up the village at 6.45pm. |
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| 3rd October 2022 |
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| Tarbert Promotional Video |
Hot off the press (well internet), is this fabulous promotional video of Tarbert.
If you are a regular visitor to Tarbert then were sure youll love this wee film - and if youre yet to visit then we hope it will inspire you to make the trip sometime soon.
Well done to everyone who put it together, youve done the village proud.
Tarbert Promotional Video |
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| 5th September 2022 |
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| Music Festival returns with a packed line-up |
If youre looking for a weekend of great music then look no further as Tarbert Music Festival returns from 16 - 18 September after its enforced break.
Youll find live music throughout the village from Friday night. And this year the offering includes some acoustic sessions in the harbour marquee, giving festival goers some time to chill out before the bands return in the evening.
And dont forget Sundays Beer on the Pier which promises to bring the party right back!
Well see you there! |
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| 8th August 2022 |
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| Cyclists put the pedal to the metal for the Kilberry Loop Sportive |
Seventy seven cyclists from across Scotland headed to Tarbert on Saturday (6 August) to take part in the 2022 Kilberry Loop Sportive.
Undeterred by the morning’s showers it was all smiles on the starting line as the cyclists were piped on their way by local bagpiper John Hunt.
This 40-mile ride, organised by the Mid Argyll Triathlon and Cycle Club and registered with British Cycling has been a fixture on Tarbert’s events calendar since it was first staged in 2018.
Starting and ending at The Gather, Tarbert, the Kilberry Loop Sportive is an inclusive event, open to cyclists of all abilities and the perfect first step on the road to competitive cycling.
The route itself is testing but the rewards are huge, with breathtaking scenery from every angle. For those riders cycling in company and making the most of the opportunity to enjoy the day, the photo opportunities are endless. And for those cyclists who want to push themselves, the route is exciting enough to get the adrenaline flowing.
Event organiser John Hardie was delighted to welcome cyclists back to what has become a firm favourite on the Tarbert events calendar, saying: ‘It doesn’t feel like a year since we were last here and I’m thrilled to welcome everyone back to Tarbert.
‘We have a very high rate of returning cyclists and I’m delighted to welcome some new names to this year’s event. I hope our sportive will become their new favourite event too, and they go on to bring their friends back with them next year!
‘These events don’t organise themselves and I’d like to thank Phil and Corrin at The Gather for their hospitality. Thanks to our marshals who covered the 40-mile route, who supported and cheered on our cyclists, and whose encouragement spurred everyone on to dig that little bit deeper – even up the longest hills! A huge thank you to the encouragement from local residents along the route who made the cyclists feel most welcome. To our registration team, first aiders and of course our cyclists, we couldn’t do this without any of you. Look out for details of next year’s event dropping into your inboxes soon, and don’t forget to forward it onto your friends!’
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| 9th July 2022 |
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| New sponsor raises a glass to Kilberry Loop Sportive |
With just over three weeks to go until cyclists descend on Tarbert for this year’s 40-mile Kilberry Loop Sportive, which takes place on Saturday 6 August, organisers are delighted to announce Islay’s Kilchoman Distillery has joined the list of sponsors.
With preparations in place for this year’s sportive, which starts and ends at The Gather, Tarbert, the Kilberry Loop Sportive is open to cyclists of all abilities. The route takes cyclists on one of the most scenic routes anywhere in Scotland. For competitive cyclists this is a challenging route, but for those who are taking it a bit easier, or riding in company, there are lots of chances to enjoy the day with photo opportunities around every corner.
Event supporters include William Duncan & Co, Tarbert Enterprise Company, Mid Argyll Triathlon and Cycle Club, Tarbert Harbour Authority and Tarbert Co-op, and it is registered with British Cycling, so Kilchoman Distillery is in good company.
Kilberry Loop is a recognised cycle route – Route 75 – which connects to the Kintyre 66, the 66-mile loop around Kintyre on the A83 and B842 public roads. This long-distance route also includes six spurs allowing you to venture even further into the peninsula. Adding the Kilberry Loop Sportive to your itinerary is the perfect start, or end to any Kintyre cycling adventure.
Event organiser John Hardie said he’s looking forward to welcoming cyclists back to take on the sportive saying: ‘Since the launch of the Kilberry Loop Sportive in 2018 we’ve put an emphasis on putting on a fun, friendly event. Of course, for competitive cyclists, the route is exciting enough to get the adrenaline flowing.
‘I’d like to welcome Kilchoman Distillery for coming onboard as a sponsor, all our supporters are incredibly important to ensure the continued success of the event, and I’m sure our finishers will be thrilled to find something in their goody bag from Kilchoman to allow them to raise a toast to their day’s achievement.’
It’s not too late to enter this year’s Kilberry Loop Sportive on Saturday 6 August, do it online with British Cycling at https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/events/details/256985/Kilberry-Loop-Sportive
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| 7th July 2022 |
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| Rain doesn’t dampen seafood spirits! |
Tarbert’s Seafood Festival was back with a bang last weekend as locals and visitors joined together to celebrate the much-loved two-day festival.
Despite the showery conditions crowds descended on Tarbert from mid-morning on Saturday to visit the stalls which lined the harbour, selling with a range of crafts as well as lots of tasty treats. Among the pakora, burgers, confectionary and home baking, seafood was, of course, the order of the day.
Fresh fish was for sale, to be taken home and cooked later, but if you couldn’t wait to eat, seafood dishes were being prepared and cooked by some of the local eateries, this really was the perfect place to be for any seafood lover.
Of course, Tarbert Seafood Festival isn’t just about food, it’s about family fun and this year the festival delivered it by the tractor load.
The official start of the event is the crowning of the Seafood Queen. This year the honour was given to Keira Guy, who was joined in royal duties by her princesses Caelyn Graham and Macey Fair. It fell to Anne Horn to introduce Tarbert’s 2022 royal family to the assembled crowd before 2019 Seafood Queen Nell Jackson placed the Seafood Festival crown on Keira’s head.
No Seafood Festival is complete without a parade and the theme this year was ‘Down on the Farm’ which featured all creatures great and small – from Old MacDonald’s Farm to Clarkson’s Farm with Tarbert FARMacy also making an appearance.
Street entertainment was provided by the talented Dimitri who juggled, modelled balloons and unicycled his way into the hearts of the crowd. Polly Hoops had youngsters of all ages trying to master the art of hula hooping and the Absurdist Pipe Band made sure that everyone was in the festival spirit.
And that festival spirit continued right into Sunday with the return of Beer on the Pier, where the crowd was entertained by girl group Feeva, a Tribute to Robbie Williams and Freddie Mercury who had everyone singing along and local favourites the Democrats.
The official part of the afternoon saw the serious business of the Seafood Festival prizegiving. Margaret MacNeill presented the prizes, on behalf of the festival committee to the youngsters who had taken part in the shop window and art competitions. It was then on to the more serious business of the Best Float which was awarded to Laura MacGregor, Best in Parade went to Tarbert FARMacy and Best Shop Window, which took a different direction this year went to Helen Preston for her outstanding artwork on Saturday’s trailer stage.
Speaking to the crowd Margaret said: ‘We are so glad to see so many of you here, despite the weather. As always, I’d like to give a special thanks to our valued and vital sponsors, Argyll and Bute Council, Tarbert Harbour Authority and Tarbert Enterprise Company.
‘There are too many people to thank individually, but I must thank our wonderful royal family, thank you to Queen Keira and Princesses Caelyn and Macey, you did the village proud.
I’m delighted we’ve been able to hold the festival this year, but we have to remember why we haven’t been able to be together since 2019. With that in mind I’d like you to raise a toast to absent friends.’
As the 2022 Tarbert Seafood Festival comes to a close, the planning starts for next year – we’ll see you from 1st – 2nd July 2023.
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| 21st June 2022 |
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| Tarbert Fair 2022 – Change of date |
Tarbert Fair will now be taking place on the 10th – 14th August.
This is slightly different from previous years as the fair usually occurs on the last weekend of July. The decision to change the original dates was made by the organisers of the event due to them facing unforeseen circumstances.
We trust this information will be of use to the community and encourage people to share the new dates with others. 😊 |
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| 6th May 2022 |
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| Tarbert royalty revealed |
Tarbert Seafood Festival is delighted to announce this year’s royal family.
Local businesses voted for Keira Guy to take the crown as this year’s Seafood Queen and following the Princess Disco held on Friday 6 May, she will joined by princesses Macey Fair and Caelyn Graham.
The theme for this year’s Seafood Festival which takes place on 2 and 3 July is Down on the Farm. This is the perfect time to start planning your costume for the legendary Seafood Festival parade. |
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| 26th April 2022 |
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| Down on the Farm for 2022 Seafood Festival! |
Hot off the press - were down on the farm for this years Tarbert Seafood Festival!
Whether youre up for a hoe down, are planning an amoooosing costume or are inventing a new farm animal - our favourite is a ewenicorn - we can promise you an amoosing couple of days!
This is the time to plan your costume and get ready for the best Seafood Festival in years! |
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| 17th February 2022 |
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| Kilberry Loop Sportive fires starting pistol for Tarbert festival calendar |
Kilberry Loop Sportive organisers have officially fired the starting pistol heralding Tarbert’s exciting festival programme by announcing its return on Saturday 6 August 2022.
This 40-mile ride, which is organised by the Mid Argyll Triathlon and Cycle Club and registered with British Cycling, has seen upwards of 90 cyclists head to the west coast village to take part in this friendly event since it was first held in 2018.
Now in its fifth year, the sportive starts and ends at The Gather, Tarbert, and is open to cyclists of all abilities. In 2021 the event included a new category for e-bikes which recognised their growing popularity for people who want to take up cycling and who wish to be part of this fun event.
The route itself is testing but the rewards are many, with breathtaking scenery at every turn and for those riders cycling in company and making the most of this enjoyable day, photo opportunities are endless with the perfect view around every corner! And for those cyclists who want to challenge themselves, the route is exciting enough to get the adrenaline flowing.
Event organiser John Hardie is looking forward to welcoming cyclists back to Tarbert saying: ‘We are keen that our fellow cyclists experience this stunning route. We were delighted to welcome almost 80 cyclists to Tarbert in 2021 and we hope we can beat this number in 2022. With entries opening early in the year we’re giving people an incentive to stick to their fitness regimes – we’re also looking forward to our more competitive riders achieving their personal best performances on the route.’
To find out more about the Kilberry Loop Sportive, including booking your place, visit British Cycling’s website at https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/events/details/256985/Kilberry-Loop-Sportive |
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| 4th January 2022 |
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| Happy New Year! |
HAPPY NEW YEAR! We hope you had a wonderful festive season and are ready to face 2022 head on.
We are looking forward to welcoming you back to Tarbert this year to celebrate in one of our festivals.
Its been a long two years so heres to 2022 - we hope its your best year yet! |
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| 17th December 2021 |
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| Tarbert ensures there is plenty of Christmas cheer |
If youre in Tarbert tonight (17 December 2021) then look out - Santa and his elves are on their way!
With COVID-19 continuing to challenge communities, Tarberts festival committee wanted to make sure the villages youngsters didnt miss out. So they gave Santa a call and hes just arrived!
Both HM Coastguard and Scottish Fire and Rescue are on hand to make sure Santa, and the community stay safe. He will be travelling with them all across the village, so make sure you listen out for him!
Please maintain social distancing and our elves will make sure everyone receives a gift from the man in red and white - were all on the NICE list this year!! |
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| 1st December 2021 |
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| Tarbert lights up for Christmas 2021 |
Tarbert stepped into Christmas on Friday 26 November with the official switching on of the villages Christmas lights.
Tarbert is boasting three trees in the village with trees at the fire station and on the Beilding joining the main tree, in the heart of the village, to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.
This year our Christmas tree has been created out of creels, a fitting reminder of the importance of the fishing industry to Tarbert. A huge thank you goes out to the volunteers who donated their time to build the tree and also to the fishermen who rallied round to supply fishing creels to make the tree absolutely perfect.
We hope everyone has a wonderful Christmas - were sending you the very warmest of wishes from Tarbert. |
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| 11th November 2021 |
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| Winter Festival Cancelled |
Unfortunately, we have taken the difficult decision to cancel this year’s winter festival as we know it.
There will be a switch on of the Christmas lights on Friday 26th November at 7.00pm and we hope you’ll all join us to see the village lit up in all its festive finery.
However, we won’t be leaving our younger residents disappointed as Santa WILL be visiting them later on in December - look out for details coming soon. Once again we will be touring round the village and making sure everyone receives a tasty gift from the man in red.
We will return to the winter festival we all know and love. Unfortunately this is not the time to do it. We want everyone in our community to remain happy and healthy at what will always be, the most wonderful time of the year. |
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| 3rd September 2021 |
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| Tarbert Music Festival 2021 Cancelled |
It is with the heaviest of hearts that we are having to cancel this year’s Music Festival.
This is not the decision we wanted to take. However, with rising COVID-19 case numbers across Scotland we do not feel that having an event at this time is a responsible thing to do. The health of everyone in the village has been at the heart of our decision and while we were all looking forward to getting together to listen to some great music, and doing that Tarbert does best, unfortunately this isn’t the right time.
Thank you for your support and understanding and we’ll look forward to Tarbert Music Festival 2022 which is going to be bigger and better than ever!
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| 20th August 2021 |
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| Tarbert Music Festival 2021 |
Were delighted to say this years Music Festival will take place on 18 and 19 September.
Saturdays venue will be the Marquee where Soap and Anavrin will play from 2.00pm - 6.00pm.
Sundays Beer on the Pier will be in its usual home on the quay and will be a family friendly event with music from Heron Valley and Treble Trouble from 2.00pm - 6.00pm. In addition there will be hot food on offer.
Both days will have a licenced bar, so come down and enjoy some great music, have a dance and meet up with friends old and new. |
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| 13th August 2021 |
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| Tarbert Music Festival Update |
| Were still working out how this years Music Festival will look. We do know it wont be a normal festival but will be scaled back for 2021. Please watch this space for more information. |
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| 10th August 2021 |
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| Events return to Tarbert as cyclists get on their bike for the Kilberry Loop Sportive |
There was excitement in the air as sporting events officially returned to Tarbert this weekend with over 70 cyclists heading out to take part in the 2021 Kilberry Loop Sportive on Saturday (7 August).
This 40-mile ride, organised by the Mid Argyll Triathlon and Cycle Club and registered with British Cycling has been a fixture on Tarbert’s events calendar since it was first staged in 2018.
Having been cancelled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, organisers have worked hard to make sure the event could go ahead under current Scottish Government restrictions.
The Kilberry Loop Sportive, which starts and ends at The Gather, Tarbert, is open to cyclists of all abilities and is the perfect first step on the road to competitive cycling. The route itself is testing but the rewards are huge, with breathtaking scenery from every angle. For those riders cycling in company and making the most of the opportunity to enjoy the day, the photo opportunities are endless. And for those cyclists who want to push themselves, the route is exciting enough to get the adrenaline flowing.
Event organiser John Hardie was delighted to see live events back in the village saying: ‘I’m absolutely thrilled at how today’s event has gone and I have to admit I felt quite emotional as the first riders left the start line.
‘The last year and half has been difficult but hopefully we are now back on the road to normality. I’d like to thank Phil and Corrin at The Gather who so warmly welcomed us, their hospitality has been second to none. A huge thanks to all our marshals all across the 40-mile-route who supported and cheered on our cyclists and whose smiling faces cheered everyone on, no matter how tired their legs were! To our registration team, first aiders, and of course our cyclists we really couldn’t do it without you. We hope you’ll all return in 2022 and bring your friends too!’ |
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| 2nd July 2021 |
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| Registration open for Kilberry Loop Sportive |
If you’re looking for a fitness challenge this summer then why not register for this year’s Kilberry Loop Sportive which will be held on Saturday 7th August?
This is a fun and friendly non-competitive 40-mile ride, organised by the Mid Argyll Triathlon & Cycle Club and registered with British Cycling which is open to cyclists of all abilities.
Starting at The Gather the sportive, which kicks off at 8.30am, first takes cyclists north, out of the village on the A83 before heading onto the B8024 (Kilberry) single track road. For competitive cyclists this is a challenging route, but for those who are taking it a bit easier there are lots of photo opportunities as breathtaking views over Jura, Islay and Gigha are around every corner. Cyclists then head east before following the coast road north, past Tarbert Golf Club, then turning back onto the A83 to return to The Gather.
You’ll find leaflets at various locations in the village, pick one up and give it someone you think might enjoy sharing this event with you.
To find out more about the Kilberry Loop Sportive, including booking your place, visit British Cycling’s website at https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/events/details/242171/Kilberry-Loop-Sportive |
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| 2nd June 2021 |
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| Return of Scottish Series in 2022 |
Were delighted to say Scottish Series will return to Tarbert in June 2022!
Exciting news from Scottish Series organisers who have confirmed the event will return to Loch Fyne, and home port of Tarbert for the 2022 event.
If youre a regular visitor to this event please note the later date which is 3rd - 6th June. This is due to the extra long weekend which will celebrate the Queens Platinum Jubilee.
Were already excited at the news, weve missed you guys - see you in June 2022. |
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| 28th May 2021 |
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| Kilberry Loop Sportive is ON! |
We are delighted to say this years Kilberry Loop Sportive is going ahead on Saturday 7th August 2021.
This 40-mile ride, organised by the Mid Argyll Triathlon and Cycle Club and registered with British Cycling, has been a firm favourite with cyclists of all ages and abilities since it was first staged in 2018.
Starting at The Gather, Tarbert the sportive route first takes cyclists north, out of the village, on the A83 before heading onto the B8024 single track road. For competitive cyclists this is a challenging route, but for those who are taking it a bit easier there are lots of photo opportunities as breathtaking views over Jura, Islay and Gigha are around every corner. Cyclists then head east before following the West Loch Tarbert coast road north, past Tarbert Golf Club, before turning back onto the A83 to return to The Gather.
Event organiser John Hardie said he was: ‘Thrilled and delighted’, to be getting back to cycling following the cancellation of the 2020 event due to the pandemic.
He continued: ‘The Kilberry Loop has always been a fun, friendly event and this year we envisage an emphasis on having a great day out as we get used to being back together doing the things we enjoy.
‘And while the cyclists are out on the course there will be a warm welcome waiting for friends, family and anyone who wants to cheer the cyclists home, back at The Gather.’
‘The last year has been difficult but we’re now seeing a light at the end of the tunnel and I’d like to thank our sponsors Tarbert Enterprise Company (TEC), Tarbert Harbour Authority and William Duncan and Co for their continued support.’
To find out more about the Kilberry Loop Sportive, including booking your place, visit British Cycling’s website at https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/events/details/242171/Kilberry-Loop-Sportive |
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| 27th May 2021 |
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| Tarbert Music Festival |
We know you want details about this year’s festival. We wish we could give you some, but at the moment it’s too early to say.
We’re continuing to adhere to all the current Scottish Government guidelines and we’ve got our fingers crossed that the show will go on. Please keep watching our pages for updates. |
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| 18th March 2021 |
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| Tarbert Seafood Festival cancelled for 2021 |
Organisers of Tarbert Seafood Festival have taken the difficult decision to cancel this year’s festival which was due to be held from 3rd – 4th July, in light of ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions around mass gatherings.
While this news will disappoint the hundreds of people who flock to Tarbert for this popular, family friendly weekend, the news isn’t all bad as organisers are confident this year’s Tarbert Music Festival will go ahead as planned from 17th – 20th September.
John Hardie of Tarbert Enterprise Company (TEC) said: ‘While the recent announcement from the Scottish Government on the roadmap out of lockdown, together with the fantastic work being done by the NHS with their vaccine roll-out is encouraging, unfortunately it wasn’t enough to allow us to hold this year’s Seafood Festival safely.
‘Even if we are in Tier 0, as is hoped, by the end of June, restrictions on numbers of people attending mass gatherings will still apply. The Seafood Festival is arguably one of Scotland’s friendliest festivals, with friends meeting up, milling around our many stalls and enjoying a drink in the sun while listening to live music, not to mention sampling some of the best seafood in the country. This atmosphere was not something we could compromise for 2021 but the 2022 Tarbert Seafood Festival will certainly be an event worth waiting for!
‘We very much look forward to meeting friends, old and new in September for this year’s music festival, it’ll be good for Tarbert to get back to doing what it does best – entertaining.’
The 2022 Tarbert Seafood Festival will be held over the weekend of 2nd – 3rd July 2022.
For more information on Tarbert’s festivals visit the Tarbert Festivals website at http://www.tarbertfestivals.co.uk |
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| 1st February 2021 |
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| Scottish Series moves to the Clyde for 2021 |
Its with a great deal of disappointment that this years Scottish Series, which was due to take place from 28 - 31 May, has been moved to the Clyde.
This is the first year in the events history that it wont be run from its Tarbert home.
We know this must have been an incredibly difficult decision for the Scottish Series committee and we wish all the competitors taking part in this years event the very best of luck.
Stay safe and stay well and we look forward to welcoming you back to Tarbert in 2022.
https://www.scottishseries.info/blog/scottish-series-moving-for-21 |
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| 4th January 2021 |
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| Happy New Year! |
Happy New Year from all of us at Tarbert Festivals, we hope you have a happy, and more importantly, healthy 2021.
While restrictions are currently still in place, we hope it wont be too long until were able to welcome you back to Tarbert, and able to offer some of the best festivals on the west coast once again.
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| 14th December 2020 |
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| SANTA VISIT BRINGS JOY TO TARBERT |
There’s not been too much to smile about in 2020, but youngsters in Tarbert were treated to a very special visitor on Friday night (11 December) as Santa made a flying visit to the village.
He swapped his reindeer for a lift with Tarbert’s fire fighters and was accompanied by the local Coastguard too!
Santa’s route took him through the whole village, with his elves dropping treats at several points on the way, to make sure everyone who had turned out to wave got a sweet treat.
This year, in line with social distancing, Santa wasn’t able to speak to children, but as everyone knows, this year there’s no naughty list, so there will be something nice under trees across the village on Christmas morning.
Tarbert Festival Committee would like to thank everyone involved in making this happen including Tarbert Co-op, Scottish Fire and Rescue, HM Coastguard and to all the young people who waved, cheered and got excited!
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| 6th December 2020 |
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| Tarbert prepares for a CREEL-y good Christmas |
No carol singing, no Santa and no crowds eagerly anticipating the switch on of the Christmas lights. This year Tarbert swapped the usual festive celebrations for a stripped back start to what is normally the most exciting time of the year.
In the year where no festivals, events or mass gatherings took place, the village spread warmth and light in the only way Tarbert knows how, by radiating it from the heart of the community.
This year’s ‘tree’ has been constructed from creels, and decorated with lights. Built by local volunteers over the course of Saturday (5 December), it is a fitting centrepiece for a fishing village.
Tarbert Festivals Committee would like to thanks C & J Shellfish for donating the creels, Mellex for use of their cherry picker, Tarbert fire fighters for their building skills, Stewart McLean for his enthusiasm in moving this project forward, to everyone who supplied rolls and hot drinks to sustain the team during the day. And, a very special thanks to wee Mollie Jo for switching our lights on.
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| 31st October 2020 |
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| Tarbert Enterprise Company selected for Co-op funding |
We’re delighted to say Tarbert Enterprise Company (TEC) has been selected to take part in the Co-op Local Community Fund.
TEC is the company behind our festivals and we are over the moon to have been selected, especially in this very difficult year.
As one of the three local community causes, Co-op members can select to support us between now and 23 October 2021. The more members who select us and shop with the Co-op, the more funding we’ll receive.
We would love to receive funding to help our volunteers continue to put on the best festivals in 2021. After a truly horrible 2020 we think our community deserves to party!
If you’re a Co-op member we would love to have your support. From the bottom of our hearts - THANK YOU!
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| 23rd October 2020 |
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| Looking forward to 2021 |
With no festivals in 2020 were feeling a bit deflated really. BUT, as were changing the clocks this weekend and heading into winter, our eyes are firmly fixed on 2021.
We hope to welcome you back to Tarbert in 2021 and are able to host our fabulous festival calendar.
We dont know yet what restrictions (if any) will be on outdoor events, but were very much looking forward to being able to have some of our favourite festivals back.
Having something positive to look forward to is important for us all.
Until we can be together again, stay well and stay safe. |
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| 12th June 2020 |
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| Kilberry Loop Sportive cancelled |
Unfortunately, due to ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions we are unable to run this years Kilberry Loop Sportive.
We hope you will be able to join us in August 2021 when we next get together to take on one of Argylls most enjoyable and scenic cycling events. |
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| 24th May 2020 |
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| Music Festival cancelled |
Sadly, this years music festival has been cancelled. The 2021 event will take place from 17th - 19th September 2021.
Please check back early in the New Year for details of bands and remember, we cant wait to welcome you back to Tarbert! |
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| 21st March 2020 |
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| Seafood Festival postponed |
‼️SEAFOOD FESTIVAL POSTPONED‼️
Due to the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak we have no choice but to postpone this years Seafood Festival.
Please note we have said postponed - should the situation change we will look at doing something later on in the year - if at all possible.
For the meantime stay safe and stay healthy - well see you on the other side. |
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| 20th March 2020 |
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| Scottish Series cancelled for 2020 |
Terribly sad news from our friends at Scottish Series. Were already looking forward to welcoming you back to Tarbert in 2021.
Scottish Series 2020 - Notice of Cancellation
It is with a heavy heart that the organising committee of Scottish Series 2020 along with our valued partners at Tarbert Harbour regret to announce the cancellation of the 2020 event.
Prioritising the well-being of our communities at this time is of the utmost importance to us. We also realise that many of our partners, sponsors, suppliers and entrants impacted by the spread of Coronavirus (Covid-19) will quite simply not be ready by May and need to prioritise resources elsewhere.
Entrants and past participants will also receive an email with more details. The commodore of the Clyde Cruising Club has also made a statement regarding Scottish Series and other activities on the main club website which you read by clicking below.
Scottish Series will return on the 28-31 May 2021 and we look forward to seeing you there for an even bigger and better event. Thanks for your support and understanding.
https://www.clyde.org/
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| 8th February 2020 |
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| Get on your bike for the third Kilberry Loop Sportive! |
One of Argyll’s most enjoyable cycling events will be back for 2020 with the news that entries for the Kilberry Loop Sportive have now opened. The announcement, which was made by event organisers, Mid Argyll Triathlon and Cycle Club, will see the Kilberry Loop Sportive return to Mid Argyll on Saturday 8 August.
Starting on the outskirts of Tarbert, at the Isthmus, the route heads north on the A83 towards Lochgilphead, before turning onto the B8024 where competitors will pedal through Ormsary and Kilberry before heading back to the finish in Tarbert. This is a stunning route and the views over the Sound of Jura to the islands of Islay and Gigha are a rich reward for screaming muscles on the testing climbs.
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| 13th January 2020 |
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| Peat and Diesel announced for Tarbert Music Festival 2020 |
Its early in the year for a big announcement BUT Peat and Diesel have been announced as the headline band for this years Music Festival.
To say were excited is an understatement - this is going to be a fantastic night at our big gig. So if you want to be there then you need to get in quick as tickets are going to sell out fast.
Tickets priced at £25 are on sale now at Clachan Filling Station and D.McNair and Son, Campbeltown, as well as Kintyre Electrical and the Corner House in Tarbert.
We know where were going to be this Music Festival - what about you? |
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| 7th January 2020 |
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| Welcome 2020! |
We hope you had a great festive season and are all ready to head to Tarbert over the next few months for your favourite festival (or festivals!)
Weve got it all for you this year. From sailing to music and seafood to winter fun youll find events and festivals throughout the year. The one thing they all have in common is FUN!
What are you waiting for? Well see you soon. |
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| 23rd December 2019 |
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| 'Tis the season! |
On behalf of Tarbert Festivals committee, we would like to take this opportunity to wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
We very much look forward to welcoming you to Tarbert in 2020 for your favourite event or festival.
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| 8th December 2019 |
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| Christmas Fair kicks off the festive season |
There were stalls, carol singers, elves, Santa and a village full of excited youngsters - the perfect recipe for the Christmas Fair!
The Templars Arts and Leisure Centre was packed with local artists, makers, bakers and organisations all with some special Christmas present ideas. It was the perfect place to shop small and support local this year.
Santa arrived in his own Coastguard vehicle before heading to the top floor of TALC where his grotto was decked out with lights and, of course, a big bag of presents for all Tarberts good boys and girls.
And then it was time for the light switch on. Primary school carol singers got the crowd feeling even more festive before this years Seafood Queen Nell Jackson Macfarlane and Councillor Anne Horn started the countdown to light up the village.
Thank you to everyone who came to support the event, our community is the best and we hope you had a wonderful evening. |
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| 13th November 2019 |
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| Santa Claus is coming to town! |
If youre already feeling stressed out about the coming Christmas season then dont worry, we hear you! Youll be delighted to know Tarbert Christmas Fair is back on Friday 6 December to banish those Christmas blues and leave you feeling festive!
Start your Christmas shopping in our fair which kicks off in the Templar Arts and Leisure Centre at 4pm. With stallholders selling a huge range of gifts youre sure to find something for everyone on your list. You can also feel good about buying from local crafters and sellers meaning youre helping small businesses and organisations by shopping local.
Of course we havent forgotten our younger visitors. Weve heard the man in red and white will be upstairs in his grotto, helped by his cheerful and hard working elves.
And youre going to love watching Tarberts Christmas lights being switched on around 6.30pm. Theres something very special about our village under twinkling lights.
So, make sure youre with us from 4pm on Friday 6 December and enjoy relaxed shopping, happy children and a beautiful village as the magic of Christmas comes to Tarbert.
See you there! |
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| 11th September 2019 |
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| Tarbert Music Festival - just around the corner! |
Have you got your plans made for this years Music Festival? Check under the music festival tab to find all the bands and their venues from Friday - Sunday.
Weve got something for every taste so make a date with Tarbert and lets kick off autumn in style!
Keep an eye on the Tarbert Music Festival page for all the latest news and information. Well see you there! |
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| 10th July 2019 |
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| Tide Lines tickets going fast! |
Did you get your tickets to see Tide Lines at this years Music Festival yet? Its going to be a sell out so make sure you get them now from Clachan Filling Station.
Dont miss this incredible gig! |
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| 3rd July 2019 |
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| SEAFOOD FESTIVAL BOUNTY FROM LOCAL SEAFOOD BUSINESSES |
With just over a week to go until this year’s Tarbert Seafood Festival two more local businesses have come forward to pledge money towards the village’s biggest annual family festival.
And it was all about family with brothers Jamie Duncan and Andrew McMillan donating £500 each from their businesses Loch Fyne Langoustines and Loch Fyne Seafarms to this year’s event which runs over the weekend of 6 and 7 July.
Presenting the cheque for £1000 to Tarbert Seafood Festival’s Duncan MacGregor and Margaret MacNeill, Andrew MacMillan said: “Tarbert Seafood Festival is very close to our hearts. Tarbert’s seafood is legendary, it’s an industry we love and the Seafood Festival is a celebration which brings the whole community together for two days of real family fun.”
Margaret MacNeill thanked Andrew and Jamie saying: “I am absolutely bowled over by the continued generosity of the village. Thank you so much to Loch Fyne Langoustines and Loch Fyne Seafarms for this money, which will go towards making next week’s festival the best one yet!” |
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| 24th May 2019 |
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| Tarbert Gun Club are right on target with charity fundraising |
Community minded members of Tarbert Gun Club aimed high last week and raised £1,000 for two much loved organisations. Both Tarbert Seafood Festival and Lochgilphead’s MS Centre were awarded £500 each by the club following their annual charity shoot which took place on Sunday 12 May.
Tarbert Seafood Festival missed out on vital funding from Argyll and Bute Council earlier this year and has relied on the generosity of local businesses and organisations to ensure the festival, which is Tarbert’s most popular annual event, goes ahead as usual.
Tarbert Gun Club’s Brian Baird presented Duncan MacGregor of Tarbert Seafood Festival with their £500 cheque saying: “We’re delighted to help support the Seafood Festival and we hope this money goes some way to ensuring another weekend of family fun.”
Duncan MacGregor replied saying: “We’re incredibly grateful to the Gun Club for this substantial donation. Community funding is increasingly important to the sustainability of events such as the Seafood Festival and we’re delighted Tarbert Gun Club chose to give us this money.”
This year’s Tarbert Seafood Festival takes place on 6 – 7 July 2019. |
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| 23rd May 2019 |
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| Scottish Series is here! |
The Scottish Series kicks off this weekend 23 - 27 May 2019. And, as well as all the thrills and spills out on the water, Scottish Series spells fun!
Theres a packed social programme including live music and, of course, delicious food too!
From breakfast to bedtime youll find something something going on over at the marquee - well see you there! |
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| 14th May 2019 |
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| 2019 Royal Family announced... |
Tarbert Seafood Festival is delighted to announce their royal family for the 2019 festival.
Nell Jackson MacFarlane will be our Seafood Queen with her pretty princesses Codi MacDougall and Farrah MacCallum.
Were very much looking forward to welcoming visitors from near and far to this years festival, which takes place on 6 and 7 July. |
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| 26th April 2019 |
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| Loch Fyne Viking Festival Workshops BOOK NOW! |
Do you want to be part of this year’s Loch Fyne Viking Festival? Come to our workshops on 22 and 29 June and join us for some Viking flavoured fun!
We’re running two full days of workshops on Saturdays, to allow people from across the area to get involved, with those fabulous Glasgow Vikings who will help us all get creative, Viking style!
Our workshop on 22 June is:
10am - 12pm Dress Like a Viking
1pm - 3pm Viking Food
and 29 June for:
10am - 12pm Viking Jewellery
1pm - 3pm Viking Weapons
Each full-day workshop costs £7.50 per adult and £5.00 per child. For families with three or more children, just the first two will be eligible to pay.
Places are LIMITED so please contact the Viking Festival organisers via PM on their Facebook page.
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| 16th April 2019 |
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| Seafood Festival is catch of the day for Clyde Fishermen’s Association |
One of Tarbert’s favourite events, Tarbert Seafood Festival is celebrating a much-needed cash injection having netted £2,000 from the Clyde Fishermen’s Association Tarbert Branch.
The festival was left counting the cost when it missed out on vital Argyll and Bute Council event funding earlier this year. However, since then various local organisations have pledged money to ensure the event goes ahead as expected.
The Seafood Festival is a firm favourite among locals and tourists alike, with two days dedicated to great seafood, entertainment and family fun.
Chair of the Clyde Fishermen’s Association Kenny MacNab presented the cheque to Tarbert Seafood Festival committee member Margaret MacNeill saying: “We were very disappointed to hear Tarbert Seafood Festival had failed to attract council funding this year. As a fishing community this is an event very close to our heart and we are delighted to help give organisers a boost to their fundraising efforts.”
Margaret MacNeill thanked Kenny saying, “On behalf of the Seafood Festival committee I’d like to thank Kenny and Clyde Fishermen’s Association Tarbert Branch for this very generous donation. Preparations are underway to ensure this year’s festival is the best one yet and we’re now counting down the weeks until 6th and 7th July when we welcome festival goers back to Tarbert.”
Photo: Kenny MacNab presents Margaret MacNeill with a cheque for £2,000 |
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| 24th May 2012 |
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| Scottish Series |
| The current news of the sailing and social programme can be viewed on the Scottish Series page and Clyde Cruising Club websites. There is to be plenty going on during the day, fireworks in the late evening and music until late. See you there!!! |
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