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It was the late Joe McGlone, from Cashelard, Ballyshannon who came up with the idea to hold a Burns Night; his daughter Deirdre is the proprietor of Harvey's Point. Joe's idea was to hold the night in tribute to the famous Scottish bard. They have been greatly assisted by Richard Hurst
who has great knowledge of the life of Burns.
So what can one expect at the event? It goes without saying that guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a unique Scottish experience, which includes a delicious five course meal with all the traditional trimmings.
All guests attending should try and wear something tartan to enter into the spirit of things.
Men are asked to wear kilts; but this is only optional of course.
The Supper will take place in the spectacular Gourmet Suite at Harvey's Point. The room which can hold at least 300 guests, will be beautifully decorated in true Scottish style.
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If you would like to take part in this unique Burn's Night event, don't hesitate to book, because it's selling out very quickly. To make a reservation, contact Harvey's Point reception at 074 97 22208. The night kicks off at 7.30 p.m.
The history of Burns Night Burns Night or Burns supper is considered to be an integral part of Scottish culture and has been for more than 200 years.
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The main purpose of Burns Night is to celebrate the life and work of Robert Burns, whose birthday falls on January 25th. Burns wrote around 300 songs and a huge number of poems during his short life. When Burn's Night is celebrated on Saturday 27th January, it will begin with the 'piping in' of the guests.
After this there will be an address and toast to the haggis. In previous years it's been said: "if the idea of raising your glass to a sheep's stomach filled with meat is confusing, it will all make sense once you've had a few glasses of Scotch whiskey!"
Our Chairman, Richard Hurst will welcome guests at the Burn's Night Banquet and The Selkirk Grace will be said.
After dinner, there will be toasts to the guests, who will have the opportunity to hear some Burn's poems and songs. They will also have the chance to take part in some Scottish ceilidh dancing, which will include the Gay Gordons and the Dashing White Sergeant. If you're unsure of how to do the dances, just copy someone who looks like they know what they're doing !
The grand finale to the night will be when everyone sings one of Burn's best known songs - Auld Land Syne - a song traditionally sung in Scotland at the end of a festive gathering of friends. By the end of the night on 26th January - after a few whiskeys - it will seem like everyone is your best friend!
The Gary Blair Ceilidh Band will be providing the entertainment for the night.
Gary Blair is a former UK accordion champion and has won numerous accordion trophies over the years. He currently adjudicates at Accordion festivals throughout the UK, and performs at many festivals, ceilidhs, weddings and concerts. He plays a variety of different styles and he has a few own compositions under his belt. Gary has appeared on Television, Video and Radio on many occasions. |
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He has been playing Accordion since he was 9 and was a pupil of ''The Jimmy Blair Accordion School'' which was run by his late Father and Mother. Gary continues to teach Accordion in Renfrew, Scotland, where he resides. He has recently toured the West coast of the USA where he played concerts in Portland, Seattle, Vacaville (C.A ) Escalon (C.A) S.F. and Leavenworth , Washington. He also has performed at the Carrefour Mondial de l'Accordeon ( Montmagny, Quebec) the Chartres Festival (France) , Pakefield International Accordion fest , Bridlington International accordion festival, Blackpool international , Uk Accordion Championships gala evening (10 Times) and many other venues throughout Europe.
The Gary Blair Ceilidhe Band will be performing at the world's biggest Burns Night in Grosvenor House, London on 21st January. This event is organised by the Allied Banks of Scotland.
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The Gary Blair Ceilidhe Band is made up of: lead accordion, Gary Blair; second accordion, Richard Wong; fiddle, John Lightbody; drums, Steven Burns.
Sollus Highland Lasses The Sollus Highland Lasses from Bready, Co. Tyrone have been performing throughout the country in theatres, festivals and dances for over three years. Bready is synonymous with the Pipe Band, which recently celebrated 75 years in existence and they have a strong Ulster-Scots culture that it was only right too for them to promote traditional Highland dance.
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