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PITLOCHRY FESTIVAL WINTER WORDS Pitlochry Festival Theatre February 10–19

NOW in its lucky thirteenth year, Winter Words promises an engaging range of genres and themes in this celebration of the written and spoken word. Expect plenty of Scottish history and culture, tales of adventure and travel, together with a gentle sprinkling of crime, comic capers and coastlines along the way. pitlochryfestivaltheatre. com/winter-words-festival/

MAR LODGE MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL Mar Lodge Estate, Braemar February 11

IF mountain landscapes, films and extreme ascents are your thing, then you don’t want to miss out on this event. Taking place in the picturesque surroundings of Mar Lodge Estate, the festival will feature The Last Great Climb, North of the Sun and Summits of My Life, among other inspiring films. braemarscotland.co.uk/eventswhats-on/mountainfilm-festival-mar-lodge/

ST ANDREWS FASHION FESTIVAL The Byre Theatre, St Andrews February 11

LOOKING for wardrobe inspiration? Then head to this fashion showcase featuring collections from local and national retailers and designers. Enjoy some retail therapy at an array of pop-up shops. standrewsfashionfestival.com

THE WOMAN IN BLACK His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen February 14–18

THE second longest-running nonmusical play in West End history is on at His Majesty’s Theatre for just four days. Follow the story of Arthur Kipps as he discovers the dreadful secret of the Woman in Black. aberdeenperformingarts. com/events/the-woman-inblack-396748

ISLAND CONNECTIONS Bonhoga Gallery, Weisdale Mill, Shetland Until March 6

DISCOVER the stories and traditions of island life with artist Vivian RossSmith. Her Island Connections is a series of works exploring the relationship between people and the land. She combines elements of painting, textiles and sculpture.