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SANTA SPARKLE

November 28, Lamlash, Arran Santa takes pride of place in his parade before he meets all the children at Arran’s Santa Sparkle. A Christmas Market features the best of Arran and a spectacular sound, light and firework show, marking the lighting of the Christmas tree at the Glenisle Hotel. www.glenislehotel.com/santa.aspx

SCOTTISH OPEN BADMINTON GRAND PRIX

Until Sunday, Emirates Arena, Glasgow The annual Scottish Open Badminton Championships gives fans the chance to see world-class action in the fastest racquet sport on earth. www.badmintonscotland.org.uk

ST ANDREW’S DAY CELEBRATIONS

November 27–30, various venues, St Andrews, Fife Exciting events celebrating our patron saint’s day in St Andrews, the beautiful and historic town that bears his name. www.standrewsdaycelebrations.com

DORNOCH WHISKY FESTIVAL

November 27-29, Dornoch, Sutherland Celebrate the whiskies of the northern Highlands. A range of tastings, events and distillery tours makes for a very special experience. Other activities include candle making, fly fishing and special garden tours. www.visitdornoch.com

HELENSBURGH WINTER FESTIVAL 2015

November 28-29, Helensburgh Come along for lots of festive fun with the Ice Magic Skating Rink, Snow Globe, reindeers and Santa’s Grotto as well as market stalls, fireworks and a Santa Dash. www.exploreargyll.co.uk