From tough guy and horseman to Nightsleeper and whisky Buddhist monk explores how to thrive in hard times Scottish actor James Cosmo – who has appeared in no less than 130 Hollywood movies – made a sell-out appearance during the first weekend on the Wigtown Book...
Rapturous welcome for performance poet Pam Ayres Coastal Fringe celebrates the Solway and its salt marshes Wigtown Book Festival got underway yesterday with appearances from Pam Ayres – the much-loved comedian and poet – plus other famous names. Pam, who was greeted...
Scotland’s National Book Town prepares for annual celebration of literature, storytelling, poetry and fun More than 250 events across 10 days in the heart of Galloway This Friday will see Scotland’s National Book Town burst into life with the start of the annual...
Wigtown Festival Company (WFC) will be going back to its roots when it moves to a new home within Scotland’s National Book Town at the start of 2025. But visitors can get a sneak preview straight away as 26 South Main Street will be hosting a pop-up bookshop and...
Get involved in a UK-wide citizen science water testing initiative Reconnect with southern Scotland’s waterways and wildlife Find out about everything from golden eagles to moths and fish Young filmmakers will be the focus of a special screening taking place as part...
