Glasgow Events...2012

 

CELTIC CONNECTIONS FESTIVAL NIGHT - Breabach and Corquieu, Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, 2 Sauchiehall Street, City Centre - January - Don't miss a very sociable and fun event at this world renowned festival. You will be entertained by two different acts, Breabach, an energetic Highland quintet and Corquieu, one of Asturia's most popular and successful contemporary folk acts. A great way to start the year! (£21) map

BEANSCENE GIG - The Beanscene, 40 Woodlands Road, Charing Cross - February - Join us for a night of music and mingling. We are delighted to be taking over the Beanscene for the evening for a musical night with Declan Hegarty. This talented traditional singer/musician is highly entertaining and we challenge you to resist getting up for a dance. The Beanscene will be providing drinks and a light supper. (£34.50) map

ST ANDREW'S WEEKEND AWAY - The Scores Hotel, 76 THe Scores, St. Andrew's - March - We are looking forward to staying in this lovely traditional Best Western hotel which commands a prime location on the shore of this historic town. This hotel boasts a central location, fabulous views and excellent food. The weekend will combine fantastic restaurants, scenic walks, lots of relaxation and a chance to explore this interesting and picturesque town. There's something for everyone whether its shopping or golf that takes your fancy. (£265) map

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER - Cathedral House, 28-32 Cathedral Square, High Street - March - Join us in this  very  atmospheric venue for a night of suspense and intrigue.  Professional actors will perform 'Witch One Dunnit' through the course of a delicious 3 course meal. You will celebrating the first wedding anniversary of the Laird of Bargarran's betrothal to his new wife. Someone dies and it is up to the teams with the help of some clues, to figure out who 'dunnit.' A hilarious night out. (£41.50) map

EASTER LUNCH - Ubiquitous Chip, 12 Ashton Lane, West End - April - Meet us for a glass of fizz followed by a wonderful three course lunch at this multi-award winning restaurant that has made a huge contribution to fine dining in Glasgow. The covered Mediterranean style courtyard with carp pond and abundant foliage makes the UB Chip the perfect place to lunch. A very popular annual event! (£35.50) map

PARTY AT THE BERKELEY SUITE - The Berkeley Suite, 237 North Street, Charing Cross - April - Mix and mingle in this stunning former ballroom with traditionally restored architecture. This is Glasgow's latest exclusive venue and this party is one not to miss! You can expect a delicious buffet dinner and great music if you fancy taking to the dance floor. (£30) map

A PLAY, A PIE AND A PINT - Oran Mor, 731-735 Great Western Road, West End - May - Oran Mor's ground breaking lunchtime theatre programme A Play, A Pie and A Pint began in 2004 and now commissions 37 new plays a year across a range of genres from tragedies and monologues to comedies and musicals. The day starts with a drink and a pie. Next, you can enjoy the play in this intimate theatre setting and finish off with a chat and a mingle in the upstairs bar. (£20) map

CHEESE AND WINE TASTING - Fifi and Ally, 2nd Floor Princes Square, 48 Buchanan Street, City Centre - June - Tempt your palate at this combined cheese and wine tasting event. It is our first time to visit this stylish venue in the heart of the city centre and we are pleased to be taking over the venue for the evening. We will have a cheese expert there to talk you through the different cheeses and some delicious wines to accompany them. A very sociable night out. (£26) map