Join us for a three day celebration of all things Nairn between April 28 and 30. This is an event to showcase what our seaside town has to offer.
This event is being supported by title sponsor Ashers Bakery
Taste of Nairn also incorporates the World Tattie Scone Championship borrowed from Piping At Forres and supported by Oakwood Cookery School and the Showstopper Cake Contest sponsored by Lifestyle Magazine.
Wheels in Nairnshire will run the Dial a Bus so you can enjoy Taste of Nairn. Operating from 9-4pm on Sat and Sun. To book, call 07716 214777. All journeys must be pre-booked.
Below is a list of all the events. We will keep adding to this as the launch date approaches.
Friday
A Taste of Community. Visit the Nairn Community & Arts Centre to get a ‘taste’ of all the clubs and events the heart of our community supports and promotes. 6.00pm – 8.00pm. More detail to follow.
Foraging Along the River Nairn with Nature 4 Health. Join the team to forage and feed from the bounty of delicious wild foods to be found in the woodlands along the banks of the River Nairn. Booking essential by emailing admin@n4h.co.uk Spaces limited. Meeting at Riverside Park at 6-7.30pm £15 for adults, £5 concessions.
Nairn Museum. Visit the historic Nairn Museum to learn all about the town’s fishing and farming history. Viewfield House Viewfield Drive 10am to 4.00pm Adult £4, Children FREE
SUP (stand up paddle board) Taster Session. Join Paddle Bliss Nairn for some water fun! 90 min session. £30pp, limited slots available. Call 07738416046 to book.
Strathnairn Beach Café. Any loaf slice for £2.00 when buying a coffee. Offer valid all weekend.
“Havelock Dinner With Friends.” A special menu consisting of the Havelock staff’s favourite dishes that they would cook for friends. This will run Fri 28 – Sun 30 April.
9pm – Live Blues Band – Deep Blue Sea. Free Entry.
Fish & Fizz at The Classroom. £20 for a specially created Taste of Nairn menu. This will run Fri 28 to Sun April 30.
Taste of Nairn discounts at Jacko’s Bar on Harbour Road. Come in for a bite to eat this Friday or Saturday quoting “Taste of Nairn” and we shall apply a 10% discount to all food items and 5% to all drink items on your bill. Valid for one use only & booking advisable to avoid disappointment.
Speldings Restaurant at Nairn Lochloy Holiday Park. Two Mega Breakfasts for £13.99 and Lunch Offer: Sandwich and Drink from £4.99.
MNMs Cafe. Special Taste of Nairn taster box – £12 – pre-order via makesbymegs.co.uk – Offer valid all weekend.
“Cellar Raider weekend” at One One Two on the Brae. We will be raiding the Cellars to pour some wines that wouldn’t usually be available by the glass. A great chance to try something special or unusual.
Saturday
Breakfast at Sandown House. Breakfast, freshly cooked to order, using fresh local produce. Booking essential. Email – Liz@sandownhouse.com or call 07889 181605. 9am to noon.
Food & Drink Market. A showcase of food, drink and other local producers from across the region. This event will also feature live demos. Nairn Community & Arts Centre. 10am to 4pm
Needlefelt a picture with Pretty Whyte Things @ Nairn Wool Shop. 10am with all materials supplied. Contact Frances to book on: fwhyte@talktalk.net or 07795363091
Wellness Hub supported by Highland Yoga Collective in the Nairn Community & Arts Centre. Enjoy a range of FREE wellbeing events. Scroll down for full details.
A Senegal Experience in Nairn hosted by The Bandstand. They will welcome back the amazing talents of Samba Sene & Diwan who will be joined by Papa B Thiam, a highly experienced chef who specialises in African cuisine. In the afternoon, enjoy an African BBQ experience, with Samba Sene’s musicians providing an African drumming performance.
During the evening there will be a Senegal inspired special menu, with a bit of Scottish flare thrown in. Then from 9pm Samba Sene & Diwan will perform their amazing fusion of funky mbalax/Afrobeat rhythms with undercurrents of ska, rock, Senegalese soul; original songs with impassioned vocals, infectious guitar licks and irresistible dance grooves.
Half Day Kayaking Experience with Nairn Kayak Centre. Enjoy a wonderful paddle from the harbour and along the beach in Nairn. Enjoy a fun, relaxed activity with experienced knowledgeable guide. Sessions from 10am to 3.30pm. Price from £35. For full details and to book click here
Nairn Museum. Visit the historic Nairn Museum to learn all about the town’s fishing and farming history. Viewfield House Viewfield Drive 10am to 1pm Adult £4, Children FREE
World Tattie Scone Championship sponsored by the Oakwood Cookery School. First heat 10.30am
Taste of Nairn discounts at Jacko’s Bar on Harbour Road. Come in for a bite to eat this Friday or Saturday quoting “Taste of Nairn” and we shall apply a 10% discount to all food items and 5% to all drink items on your bill. Valid for one use only & booking advisable to avoid disappointment.
Speldings Restaurant at Nairn Lochloy Holiday Park. Two Mega Breakfasts for £13.99 and Lunch Offer: Sandwich and Drink from £4.99.
Live Music from The Shire at The Havelock. From 9pm, free entry.
Sunday
Breakfast at Sandown House. Breakfast, freshly cooked to order, using fresh local produce. Booking essential. Email – Liz@sandownhouse.com or call 07889 181605. 9am to noon.
Food & Drink Market. A showcase of food, drink and other local producers from across the region. This event will also feature live demos. Nairn Community & Arts Centre. 10am to 4pm
Wellness Hub supported by Highland Yoga Collective in the Nairn Community & Arts Centre. Enjoy a range of FREE wellbeing events. Scroll down for full details.
Marshmallow Toasting at Nairn Community & Arts Centre. 10am to 4pm
Warm Your Soul at The Highland Weigh on Nairn High Street. Open from 10 till 3pm with live music from Eileen Solan from noon till 2pm, you can tuck into mouth-watering breakfast burritos and hot coffee for just £8.
Showstopper Cake Making Contest. Drop your ‘ROYAL’ themed cakes into the Community Centre to be in with a chance of winning the Nairn Star Baker title. Cakes must be delivered by 2pm. Winner will be announced later this day. Supported by Lifestyle Magazine.
Speldings Restaurant at Nairn Lochloy Holiday Park. Two Mega Breakfasts for £13.99. Lunch Offer: Sandwich and Drink from £4.99 and Steak Night £14.99.
Live Music at the Havelock with Los Supremos. 2 – 5pm, free entry.
Sunday Session – Open Mic at the Bandstand from 6 – 9pm.
Karaoke at the Havelock from 9pm. Free entry.
Wellness Hub
We are delighted to welcome Highland Yoga Collective who have organised some wellness events for you to enjoy. These will take place in the conference room, on the first floor of the community centre.
All but one of the events are free, so it’s best to book in advance.
Saturday 29th April
10am-10:45am Gentle LGBTQ+ Yoga Taster Session with Graham. FREE
11am-12 noon Highland Ayurveda Talk with Tish. FREE
12-1pm Break and a chance to meet the HYC team and learn more about their social enterprise.
1pm-1:30pm Mindfulness Taster Session with Liz. FREE
2pm-2:30pm Seated Yoga Taster Session with Catherine. FREE
3pm Gut Feelings Talk with Hannah. FREE
In addition to the events offered by Highland Yoga Collective, Listen Well will be available in their Listening Room on the first floor of the Nairn and Community Arts Centre for you to meet the team and learn more about the services they offer. 10-4pm.
Sunday 30th April
1pm-1:45pm Slow Flow with Jane. FREE
2:30pm -3:30pm Crystal Sound Bath with Lindsay. £15
All of the Highland Yoga Collective can be booked by visiting: https://www.highlandyogacollective.co.uk/tasteofnairn
In addition to the events offered by Highland Yoga Collective, Listen Well will be available in their Listening Room on the first floor of the Nairn and Community Arts Centre for you to meet the team and learn more about the services they offer. 10-4pm.
