CatStrand

26/05/2026

🎣 PAID INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY - GALLOWAY FISHERIES TRUST 🎣

Passionate about conservation and the environment? Galloway Fisheries Trust is offering a paid internship from July–December 2026.

📍 Newton Stewart
⏰ 35 hrs per week
📅 Apply by 28 May 2026

Gain hands-on experience in habitat restoration, fish monitoring, woodland creation, ecology surveys and more.

🔗 Apply now: https://gcat.scot/job/internship-opportunity-galloway-fisheries-trust/

25/05/2026

🎪🚜 We’re excited to be collaborating with
The Scottish Alternative Games - 2026 and bringing JOURNEY by Cirqulation Ensemble to New Galloway Park!

Expect an unforgettable outdoor circus spectacular featuring breathtaking aerial performance, acrobatics, dance and storytelling - created to captivate audiences of all ages. 🌤️✨

We hope to see you all there! 😊

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Get ready for a day full of tradition, fun, and friendly competition at The Scottish Alternative Games 2026! 🚜 💪

Join us at New Galloway Park on Sunday 2nd August 2026 from 2PM for everything from snail racing 🐌 and the tractor pull 🚜 to tug o’ war, pipers, classic cars, barbecue, and much more. Plus, enjoy Cirqulation’s Journey Circus Show for all ages 🎪

💷 Admission: Adults £6 | Seniors £4 | Children £1

Bring the family, bring your friends, and come make a day of it. We can’t wait to see you there! 🍻☀️

25/05/2026

🔥 REVOLUTION DAYS / Bijli Productions 🔥

“Compelling and often heartbreaking…” ★★★★ THE STAGE

“a powerful and heartbreaking monologue” ★★★★ THE SCOTSMAN

📍 CatStrand
📅 Tuesday 16 June 2026
🕢 7:30PM

Samira, a Scottish aid worker, is thrown into the chaos of the Middle East revolutions - determined to make a difference, but confronted by the devastating realities of war, humanitarian crisis, and her own growing disillusionment.

Based on real-life experiences, REVOLUTION DAYS is a gripping and deeply human story about identity, resilience, and the global events that shape us all.

Fifteen years after the Arab Revolutions, it asks: How and what do we choose to see?

⚠ Contains strong language and descriptions of war. Recommended for ages 14+

🎟 Book now: gcat.scot/arts

▶ Watch the trailer below

25/05/2026

This June, experience TOWA MURA by acclaimed poet and writer Tom Pow - brought to life by The Galloway Agreement & Bird Theatre at CatStrand.

A powerful and beautifully crafted performance exploring memory, place, and human connection.

🎭 TOWA MURA BY TOM POW / The Galloway Agreement & Bird Theatre
📍 CatStrand, New Galloway
📅 Sunday 14 June 2026

🕑 Matinee Performance 2:00PM

🕢 Evening Performance 7:30PM

Don’t miss this unique theatrical event in the heart of Galloway.

🎟 Book now: gcat.scot/arts

25/05/2026

21/05/2026

This weekend at CatStrand, artist Jim Buchanan invites you to explore two unique creative experiences inspired by light, shadow and journey.

✨ Walk the Labyrinth of Light — an illuminated pathway designed to encourage reflection and curiosity through the interplay of light and shadow. This is an evolving exploration, with Jim continuing to experiment with additional illumination and effects in his search for the “unattended shadow”.

The Labyrinth will be available Friday through Monday, with Jim present on:

📍 Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th
🕚 11am – 4pm

🎨 On Sunday, take part in a special workshop where Jim will guide you in creating a winding labyrinth around a clay ball - crafting your own personal ‘hand held journey’ to keep.

Come along to experience, create, and discover where the path leads.

The Crichton Trust

19/05/2026

🌸 SPRING FLING WEEKEND AT CATSTRAND🌸

Looking for inspiration this weekend? Head to CatStrand for a vibrant mix of art, creativity, coffee and community during Spring Fling.

Experience the captivating work of Jim Buchanan, discover immersive installations, join creative workshops, and take time to relax with great coffee, cake and local gifts in the heart of New Galloway.

🎨 IN SEARCH OF THE UNATTENDED SHADOW
An installation by Jim Buchanan
🗓 22–25 May
⏰11am–4pm
📍CatStrand

✋ HAND-HELD JOURNEYS WITH JIM BUCHANAN
🗓 Sat 23 May | 12pm
🗓 Sun 24 May | 1pm
📍New Galloway Town Hall

☕ Café & Shop Open All Weekend 11am–4pm (Sunday & Monday - hot drinks and home-baking only)

Whether you’re exploring the Spring Fling trail or simply fancy a creative day out, pop into CatStrand and see what’s happening.

18/05/2026

🎻🔥 Scottish Folk at its Finest - GNOSS

📅 Fri 12 Jun 2026 | ⏰ 7:30PM

📍 Dalry Town Hall

With a sound that blends deep traditional roots and contemporary flair, Gnoss are one of the most exciting acts in Scottish folk today.

Triple Scots Trad Music Awards nominees, they’ve built a loyal following through their vibrant live shows and standout performances at Celtic Connections and festivals across the UK and Europe.

🎟 Book now: gcat.scot/arts

18/05/2026

Experience an unforgettable evening of powerful live music and emotional storytelling with - WE WILL HEAR THE ANGELS / Magnetic North

📅 Sat 12 Sep 2026
🕢 7:30PM
📍 New Galloway Town Hall

A moving and beautifully crafted performance exploring heartbreak, loneliness and connection through words, movement and incredible live music.

Featuring songs by Hank Williams, Etta James, Orange Juice, Moondog and J.S. Bach - performed by a stunning ensemble of actor-musicians.

★★★★ “A mature and beautiful acknowledgement of loss and grief” - The Scotsman

Atmospheric. Poignant. Uplifting.

🎟️ Book now: gcat.scot/arts