visually beautiful and relaxing festivals for those who want to get away from it all. The programme features more than 70 international. national and regional bands. from brand new discoveries to world famous artists. This year's main acts include Jools Holland. who plays on the Wednesday.
Typical festival goer For those who like beautiful surrounds and good music.
11 - 14 JULY Hebridean Celtic Festival
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www.bebceltfest.com, 01851 621 234
In a nutshell The Hebridean Celtic Festival takes place in various venues across the island with this year's performers including The Proclzmners. Blas and Seth Lakeman. Typical festival goer Appeals to a diverse group who enjoy their entertainment in an atmospheric setting.
13 — 15 JULY Latitude Festival
Henham Park, Halesworth. Suffolk. $11 12 (weekend);
$45 (day). www.latitudefestival.co.uk. 0870 060 3775
In a nutshell Latitude. which launched last year. offers a more relaxed vibe than the bigger festivals. This year Arcade Fire are headlining. along with Jarvis Cocker and The Hold Steady. The festival also includes a comedy strand featuring Dylan Moran and Alan Carr and a kids' area with entertainment from nature trails to 'music and bounce' sessions for babies. There is also a literary and poetry arena. playing host to up and coming hip hop and slam poetry performers. Typical festival goer For those who appreciate page turners as much as headliners.
13 - 15 JULY
Bute Live Music and Arts Festival
Isle of Bute. Prices vary. www.butelive.co.uk.
0870 720 0619
In a nutshell Situated on the rugged Isle of Bute this festival features family events such as children‘s theatre and concerts as well as live music. Outdoor types should head for the ama/ing camp sites overlooking the many coves and bays dotted around the island. Typical festival goer For those who enjoy intimate gatherings.
14 - 15 JULY
Indian Summer
Glasgow. Victoria Park. West End. E65. www.indiansun1merglasgowcom
In a nutshell The focus of Indian Summer is on creating a comfortable environment to showcase new talent. The line-up includes Wilco. Optimo. The Rapture. The Flaming Lips. Annual and Lonely Dear. Typical festival goer Those who like a relaxed. mellow environment and quality alternative acts.
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Boat Festival Portsoy, Banff
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Aberdeen International
Football Festival
Seaton Park. Aberdeen. Free. www.aiff.co.uk, 01467 641 161
In a nutshell A weeklong football festival for kids aged 14-16. Building on past successes the AIFF aims to build community ties through sport as well as bringing together different nationalities to promote increased cultural diversity and tolerance. Typical festival goer For the young sporting enthusiast.
19 - 22 JULY
Skye Festival (Feis an Eilein)
Sleat. Skye. Free. wwwfeisaneileincom, 01471 844 207/888 595
In a nutshell Not to be confused with the Isle of Skye Music Festival. this smaller event is a celebration of Highland culture which boasts a wide variety of events (in Gaelic and English), from theatre and traditional music to workshops and exercise classes. Main events include the Aos Dana book
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