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Greenmyres Family Fun

July 20, 2025 by d2d_debs

Greenmyres is in a unique location with great outdoor opportunities, full disabled access and easy parking. Come and join us for a fun filled day of adventures, take a peaceful stroll and maybe bring a picnic to enjoy in this beautiful rural setting.

Greenmyers Pump Track

Have a go on the Greenmyers pump track and have a chat with the folk from The Bikery to find out how they can help with all your cycling needs.

Treasure Hunt

Join in the Treasure Hunt and win a prize! Follow the clues and discover the hidden treasures. Great fun awaits and there’s a special prize for the winner!

Deveron Archers

Try your hand at archery with the Deveron Archers. Go on, give it a try!

Sooyang Do

Soo Young Doo will have a stall where you can stop by and ask questions. They will also be giving
demonstrations of martial arts

Tranquility & The Northern Rough Riders

Re-enactments of the cowboy era from Tranquility & The Northern Rough Riders

Facepainting & Sweet Treats

Face painting by Jodie face Painter and sweet treats from Berties Sweets.

Food & Drink

Pick yourself up something yummy to eat and drink from the Fired Up Pizzas food & drink vans.

How to Find Us

Greenmyres Eco Bothy, Drumblade, Huntly AB54 6AG

Farmers Market & Street Food

May 16, 2020 by d2d_debs

A Farmers Market is held once a month in The Square Huntly. The Hairst gives us the opportunity to grow the market signiﬁcantly with over 60 stalls showcasing and selling locally grown, reared, made or caught produce. The stall holders pride themselves in the high quality of their product sharing the provenance while you make your purchases.

During the Hairst there will be an extended Farmers Market with over 60 stalls, Indoors at No 30 The Square and Outdoors in Huntly Square.

Throughout the day from 10am to 2pm Deeside Willow will be talking all things willow and demonstrating a number of weaving techniques used to make crafts for the home and garden. There may be the opportunity for some audience participation too!

Enjoy live music throughout the day in Huntly Square, with performances from talented local musicians.

While you’re here, take time to explore Huntly’s wonderful local businesses, from cosy cafés and restaurants to takeaways and unique shops.

Browse the stallholders attending below, and click on their logos to discover more about them.

INDOORS AT NO 30 THE SQUARE

Food & Drink Stalls

Other Stalls

OUTDOORS IN HUNTLY SQUARE

Food & Drink Stalls

Produce stalls will be selling locally farmed meat and game, ﬁsh, freshly made breads, condiments, fresh vegetables, eggs, cheese, fresh pasta, honey, preserves, tea, gin, cakes and much more.

Street Food

With the growth of food oﬀering on Hairst day we also oﬀer a superb range of Street Food; ready to eat food made locally to enjoy for your lunch on the day. This includes pizza, bbq, barista coﬀee, homemade pancakes and much more.

Many stall holders and street vendors oﬀer food choices tailored to those with food intolerances, please ask each vendor for details before you buy. (Huntly Hairst can make no guarantees that food has been produced in an allergy safe environment).

Other Stalls

Kids Activities

May 16, 2020 by d2d_debs

Huntly Hairst is a fun, family event with lots of kids activities.

Kids Play by JOJO’S CRAFT

OAP Hall – Church Street
Two sessions available: 10am-11am or 12pm-1pm
For ages 8 and under

Pre-book a place for your child at huntlyhairst@outlook.com

Kids can let their creativity flow by experimenting with paints, plaster of paris and sand art. A fun session with a farming theme. Snack provided by Asda.

Family Shop Window Competition!

Saturday 6th September
Stalls in the Square and Number 30

Take a walk around the market stalls and record the letters you see. Write the letters below and which stall you saw them at. Put them together to make a phrase.

ALL BOXES MUST BE FILLED TO WIN!

Download your quiz sheet here

Wee Shortie Event – Room to Run

The Gordon Schools
Cost Associated
Booking Essential

Wee Shortie Kids races form part of the Room to Run event that runs alongside the Huntly Hairst.

Visit www.roomtorun.uk to secure your place.

Registration opens at The Gordon Schools – 8.30am

Cat 1 Wee Shortie (5-6yo) 300m – 10.10am
Cat 2 Wee Shortie (7-9yo) 600m – 10.20am
Cat 3 Wee Shortie (10-12yo) 1,200m – 10.30am
Kids age 12 and above are eligible for the 5k adult race too.

Christian Fellowship Kids Crafts

Stewarts Hall – 10am-12pm
Free – No booking required

Join in with fun crafting games and creating at The Stewarts Hall, free for all ages to join in, delivered by Huntly Christian Fellowship.

Recipes

July 21, 2025 by d2d_debs

This year’s theme – Collaboration!

This year is a celebration of how we can bring together the wonderful wares of our producers, to create something special at home!

We have a couple of recipes for you to try using supplies from our stall holders at the Hairst Market.

From market place to masterpiece, what will you buy at the market and cook at home? Share you delicious ideas with us at hairst@huntly.net.

Check out our recipes below. Download the PDFs and get your supplies from our stall holders at the Hairst!

Apple Cider & Honey Pork Chops
Steak & Stout Pie

Apple Cider & Honey Pork Chops

Download Recipe PDF

A hearty, home-cooked favourite perfect for cosy nights in. These tender pork chops are simmered in a rich blend of apple cider and honey, bringing a sweet and warming flavour. Simple to make and packed with taste, it’s a comforting dish the whole family will love.

Get Your Supplies From

Steak & Stout Pie

Download Recipe PDF

A true classic of Scottish comfort cooking. This hearty pie combines tender Highland beef, rich Cairngorm stout, and earthy veg, all wrapped in golden pastry. Perfect for warming up after a brisk walk or serving at a Sunday table – made with local ingredients and full of flavour.

Get Your Supplies From

Hairst Hoolie

July 18, 2024 by d2d_debs

Stewart’s Hall, Huntly
Doors open at 7pm

Torrisoule Cide & Apple Ltd are delighted to sponsor and host this event.

Music by the brilliant contemporary ceilidh band BROMA

TICKETS £10, BYOB

Contact Torrisoule Cider via Facebook, Instagram or email at torrisoule@gmail.com.

You can also call or message Linda on 07780929699, Yvonne on 07765623069 or Trish on 07725031340.

ALL monies raised will be donated to the Huntly Hairst (ticket sales) & the Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (raffle & toss the coin sales).

Deveron Projects

August 28, 2023 by d2d_debs

Deveron Projects – Creative activities – 10am-4pm
Square Deal, 22 The Square, Huntly + Brander Community Garden, McVeagh Street (behind Huntly Library)

Drop by Square Deal and Brander Community Garden for free and family-friendly creative activities throughout the day. Get involved with artists’ projects, take part in creative workshops and enjoy art and culture made here in Huntly.

Check out Deveron Projects’ website for a full line-up, including options to book a spot for popular sessions: www.deveron-projects.com

Chill At The River

July 25, 2024 by d2d_debs

2pm-4pm, Deveron Park, Huntly
For all ages
By Greener Huntly

Take a break from the excitement in town and relax at the river.

BYO food and drinks – from the Hairst of course!

Play, rest, catch up with folk, and just enjoy this gorgeous spot.

Dancing performance from Dudendance 2pm-3.30pm

Chill anytime you like
Activities between 2pm-4pm

World Stovies Championship

May 16, 2020 by d2d_debs

Venue: Stewart’s Hall
Entries accepted from 9am-10am
Judging: 10.30pm (come along to watch!)
Winners announced at 11am Stewart’s Hall and over the tannoy in the Square.
Judged by Bob Donald.

Huntly Hairst has been hosting the World Stovies Championships for the past 9 years as part of the North East food and drink culture. Contestants come from far and wide to present their version of Stovies in competition for the Championship title.

How to enter

Entries can be traditional or alternative – you choose! Dig out your Granny’s recipe or spice it up to grab the world title.

Make your stovies, split the portion in two, one for display in your own presentation style and one in a container. Put your name, address and phone number into a sealed envelope with your entry.

Download rules, health & safety info and watch the Stovies video below.

Stovies Meal Bag Giveaways!

Pick up a free stovies meal bag from a selection of collection points throughout Hairst Week.

Full details on Huntly Hairst Facebook Page.

The Recipe of a Champion

In 2014 the multi-award winning writer and passionate hobby chef Stuart MacBride won the Stovies Championships (most people might know him better for his books). In a 2018 Interview with the Press & Journal Stuart is quoted as saying:

“I was crowned World Stovies Champion in 2014 at a competition in Huntly. Not to sound bigheaded but I’ve won a couple of things over the years from the writing, but the only trophy on my desk is the Stovies Champion one. It’s the tiniest plastic cup but has started more fights than I’ve ever had in my life. Everyone thinks their granny makes the best stovies – but do they have a trophy to prove it?”

He kindly makes the winning stovies recipe available on his website.

Huntly Hairst World Stovies Winners!

2007

TRACEY MACBETH

2008

PAT SCOTT

2009

CATHERINE MERCHANT

2010

DIANE DUFFTON

2011

DIANE DUFFTON

2012

LUCY SHAND

2013

TOM FOLEY

2014

STUART MacBRIDE

2015

ANNE RALPH

2016

ALISON NICOLL

2017

DIANE DUFFTON

2018

MARGARET PATTERSON

2019

DON GRAHAM

2021

SHAUN McLEOD

The Great Hairst Youth Bake-Off

July 4, 2021 by d2d_debs

Sponsored by Sinclair’s Bakery
Venue: Sinclair’s Bakery
Two age ranges: 10-14 and 15-18 years
Entries submitted by 10am
Judging at the bakery at 11am
Winners announced on Facebook and over the tannoy in the Square at 11:30am

How to enter

Make 4 beautiful & tasty cupcakes. Hand entries in to Sinclair’s Bakery, 1 Duke Street on Saturday the 6th of September by 10am. Put your name, address and phone number into a sealed envelope with your entry.

Decorate in a show stopper style. Cupcakes can be designed all the same or all differently.

Prizes

All winning entries will be displayed in Sinclair’s window.

The winner of each group will take away the coveted Bake-Off Cake Stand!

Rules

Full competition rules can be downloaded here: Download Competition Rules PDF

Butchery Demo

July 26, 2024 by d2d_debs

Forbes Raeburn, The Family Butcher – Butchery Demo
Stewart’s Hall 11.30pm-12.30pm

Come and see the best butcher in the world (literally) live in action! The World Champion & award winning Raeburn Butchers will give a butchery demonstrations and talk on their produce, deli and air fryer ready packs.

Entry & Prize

Free entry includes ticket to WIN an air fryer!

Discount Flyer

Visit Raeburn’s shop at 7 Bogie Street, Huntly to receive a discount flyer to use in-store.