Timid Mole yearns to explore the wide world. Gruff old Badger enjoys peace and quiet. Rat likes summer picnics and just messing about in boats. Their idyllic lives on the Riverbank are turned upside down when Toad announces his latest in a long line of extravagant obsessions: a gypsy caravan. Generous Toad. Exciting Toad. Only-A-Tiny-Bit-Boastful Toad. The Riverbankers console themselves with the fact that he cannot possibly get any worse - until, bewitched by the roar of a motor-car and the screech of burning tyres, he does. The other animals resolve to save him from himself but can they teach him even a jot of restraint AND help him evict the opportunistic stoats and weasels who have taken over his ancestral pile? Multiple award-winning Illyria celebrates Kenneth Grahames timeless tale of friendship, laughter, the longing for home and the lure of adventure. Enjoy it all summer across the UK where the story is set: in the great British outdoors. Running time (approx): 1hr 40min (inc 20 minute interval) Suitable for ages 5+ (younger children also welcome). 1.50 saving per ticket when booking 7 or more tickets. Bring your own seating/rug, suitable clothing & picnic. Only assistance dogs are permitted. Venue is wheelchair accessible - please call in advance on 01659 50242 to discuss your individual requirements.

Welcome on board HMS Pinafore, flagship of Her Majestys Royal Navy - the perfect place to mock such stalwart institutions as Government, patriotism and even the Great British Class system! No wonder Queen Victoria said of the original production in 1878: We are NOT amused! Josephine, the captains daughter, is in love with Ralph, a common sailor. But her social-climbing father insists that she is to marry Sir Joseph Porter, First Lord of the Admiralty whose roving eye has already noticed her. The young lovers are caught as they elope from the ship and Ralph is locked in the ships dungeon. Can revelations made by Buttercup, the dockside vendor, enable everyone to marry their true hearts loves? Full to the gunwales with sharp dialogue and catchy tunes, this timeless comic opera is performed outdoors by a cast of 6 outstanding performers on a spectacular nautical set, using Sullivans full score. Running time (approx): 2hr (inc 20 minute interval) Suitable for all ages. 1.50 saving per ticket when booking 7 or more tickets. Bring your own seating/rug, suitable clothing & picnic. Only assistance dogs are permitted. Venue is wheelchair accessible - please call in advance on 01659 50242 to discuss your individual requirements.

Saturday 21st June 2025 is Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year, and the 10th Anniversary of Crawick Multiverse near Sanquhar in Dumfries and Galloway. They have an exciting day of celebrations planned and you are invited to join them from 4am to 6pm. Their Solstice Day Pass provides all-day access, although you are welcome to drop in and out throughout the day as you please. See Programme below. All Day Adventures: 4am – 6pm 4am – Gates will open 4am – 6pm – Come and explore Crawick Multiverse at your leisure throughout the day and feel free to participate in any of the activities that are taking place if you wish. With your Solstice Pass you can come and go as you please. Sunrise Celebration: 4am – 8am 4am – 6am – Watch the sunrise and and enjoy the moment with early morning performances from Wendy Stewart and Zoe Bestel 6am – 7am – Take an early morning stroll of Crawick Multiverse and admire the views of the site and the valley beyond 7am – 8am – Breakfast Time – bring a picnic or purchase snacks and refreshments at The Coalface In association with Up Yer Airts Morning Wellbeing Sessions: 8am – 10am 8am – 10am – And relax. Join our outdoor wellbeing sessions on the lawn. Options include Tai Chi and Qigong with Abby from Shining Cloud Tai Chi and Yoga with Kerry from Kerry Riddell Yoga. 8am – Yoga 8.30am – Yoga 9am – Tai Chi and Qigong 9.30am – Tai Chi and Qigong Falconry Display and Interactive Activities: 10.30am – 1pm 10.30am – 1pm – Falconry display in the Sun Amphitheatre at Crawick Multiverse in association Elite Falconry 10.30am – 11.30am – Falconry Display 12noon – 1pm – Meet, fly and get photos with the birds (first come basis) The site will be open until 6pm to there will be plenty of time to explore the site or pop out to discover more about Upper Nithsdale and the South of Scotland. We recommend booking online in advance. Passes can be purchased at The Coalface on the day, subject to availability. Please arrive in plenty of time to take part in any of the scheduled activities. We recommend booking your passes in advance to avoid disappointment and to save time on the day. It will take time to get parked, check in and walk up onto site, so please give yourself plenty of time. The Coalface is where you will be welcomed by the visitor services team. It is home to the ticket office and the place to buy snacks, refreshments and merchandise. You can also take shelter in The Coalface and access toilets, accessible toilets and baby changing facilities. This is an outdoor venue, with mixed terrain so please wear suitable shoes and clothing for the site and the weather. If you require support accessing the site, please call the venue and discuss requirements in advance. Dogs are very welcome, but they MUST be kept on a lead at all times for their safety and to respect other site users. This is even more important during the Falconry displays. 10th Anniversary of Crawick Multiverse The 55-acre art land, designed by the late Charles Jencks in the former open cast coal mine, first opened to the public in June 2015.