A night to remember as one of Scotland’s most successful open-air concerts saw crowds of thousands enjoy live performances from open to close topped off with music from international megastar Beverley Knight.

One reveller described the first ever concert of this kind at this famous venue, ‘a posh T in the Park’. From mass pipes and drums, to country rock, Celtic dancers, Gaelic musicians, superstars, superstars in the making and contemporary soloists, this breath-taking concert celebrated Fyvie Castle’s 800th anniversary in 2011 and will be repeated for many years to come. Locally based charity, Friends of ANCHOR, is very close to many people’s hearts in the North East and all the funds raised from the event went to this wonderful cause.

Royal Night at the Castle in the presence of Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal
Harthill Castle, Aberdeenshire – Thursday 11th June 2009


Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal visited Scotland in support of her amazing charity for an extraordinary fundraising variety evening. In aid of The Princess Royal Trust for Carers, Thursday the 11th of June was the date to keep in your social diary for 2009.

Set beside a stunning backdrop of one of Aberdeenshire’s most beautiful 15th century landmarks, Harthill Castle, award winning world renowned classical singer Hayley Westentra performed live accompanied by a top class orchestra. A variety of splendid talent delighted the crowds followed by dancing to Bjorn Again hailed as the most popular act of its type in the world.

400 guests lucky enough to obtain tickets enjoyed a superb champagne reception with hot and cold canapés before being seated for a delicious four course meal. Celebrity chef Nick Nairn and his highly skilled team used the freshest Scottish produce, cooked and presented to perfection.

This truly was a night creating memories to treasure forever. And most importantly all funds raised went to this vital life changing charity.

Charity – Help for carers

The Princess Royal Trust for Carers was created on the initiative of HRH The Princess Royal in 1991. At that time people caring at home for family members or friends with disabilities and chronic illnesses were scarcely recognised as requiring support. The Princess Royal Trust for Carers is the largest provider of comprehensive carers support services in the UK. Through its unique network of 144 independently managed Carers' Centres, 85 young carers services and interactive websites, www.carers.org and www.youngcarers.net, The Trust currently provides quality information, advice and support services to almost 354,000 carers, including over 20,000 young carers.

" It was a birthday party The Queen would have been proud of.” The Press & Journal, 1st July 2006.

With an all star line up featuring world renowned classical singer Katherine Jenkins along with many other international and Scottish artists, this “truly Scottish evening” in the grounds of Her Majesty’s private retreat, Balmoral Castle, saw thousands turn out to celebrate her 80th birthday. Presented by BBC Radio 2’s Ken Bruce the spectacular open air concert was the first of its kind ever to be staged at this prestigious venue.

The Scottish Fiddle Orchestra, Fiona Kennedy, Celtic Dancers, mass pipes and drums and The Graham Geddes Scottish Dance Band were all magnificent along with a breathtaking aviation display by the 2Excel Aviation team.

Most importantly, the whole event raised an amazing £80,000 for The Anthony Nolan Trust to help take back lives from leukaemia. For further information about the work of this important charity please visit www.anthonynolan.org.uk.

2010 Ryder Cup Year saw the launch of the inaugural European Golf and Leisure Show at the Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre.

Visitors experienced the ultimate golf and leisure consumer show aimed specifically at the ever in demand golfing and recreation industry which is enjoyed each year by millions all over the world. As well as showcasing and retailing the finest and most innovative generation of products, services and venues, the extensive fun packed program offered exciting, comical and educational displays, professional advice, celebrity appearances and visitor interaction.

Important educational resources for all ages catered for all abilities and interests and all this action took place under one roof meaning hassle free shopping and entertainment at what was Europe’s leading golf and leisure show.

The event objectives included allowing the visitor the opportunity of trying golf and a variety of other sports, for perhaps the first time, with expert advice from our diverse range of highly trained and skilled professionals using the latest state of the art technology available in the Sport and Leisure Industry.

As an exhibitor or sponsor the show allowed you the excellent commercial opportunity of marketing your company, displaying your product and service range and the ability of selling direct to all who attend.


"It is great to see such an event being held in my home city. As well as having a large focus on Golf there will also be a chance to meet a variety of sporting stars and an opportunity to try a wide range of sports and outdoor pursuits for which the North East of Scotland is rightly famous. A host of celebrities will be in attendance during the course of the two day show and with trick shot displays and golf competitions including longest putt, you don’t have to be an expert to take part!

Have a great golfing season and I look forward to seeing you in February at the AECC."

Paul Lawrie – European Tour Professional

The now world famous Emmerdale Extravaganza launched for the first time in the summer of 2001 and has grown into a mammoth fundraising phenomenon becoming the only one if its kind certainly in Scotland and Northern Ireland and finishing as the largest fundraising Extravaganza of its time.

Originating and staying in Aberdeen for seven years the Emmerdale Extravaganza took the stars from ITV’s favourite soap to Northern Ireland in 2008 to raise funds for The Anthony Nolan Trust. With a unique approach this amazing extravaganza brought the public together with celebrities of the popular television world for a fun packed weekend of action. Full of family entertainment for everyone, over the years visitors were given the chance to meet the stars and take part in various activities such as the Emmerdale Go Loopy Aircraft Challenge, Wing Walking on 1940’s Bi-planes, golf, abseiling, fun runs, 5-a-side football, bungee jumping, zip slides, bike rides and the list goes on. Supporters travelled from far and wide to soak up the atmosphere starting with the grand parade of vintage vehicles delivering the stars to the event in style. Children’s rides, entertainments and displays, falconry, Army Cook Off, food, shopping, aerobatic shows, live music, dancing, fashion shows, dog shows and dog agility, faking it with the local pipe band, charity auctions, radio road shows, all the fun of the fair and much more besides.

The sell out spectacular finale was the most popular part of the Emmerdale Extravaganza. Star studded and packed with fun the Emmerdale Dinner Dance and Charity Auction topped the entertainments calendar each year and saw world class performers, singers and musicians take to the stage including performances from various Emmerdale cast members themselves.

George Walker Events would like to thank every individual and company who has supported this amazing event over its history. From volunteers to visitors, supporters, major sponsors and everyone in between it would not have been possible to raise the amazing amount it did had it not been for you!

Watch this space for the latest updates of where we take the Emmerdale Extravaganza from here and we hope you’ll join us for the most exciting chapter yet…

The biggest and best ever MOTORVATION! took place on Sunday the 19th of July 2009 at The Grampian Transport Museum, Alford.

Celebrating the motorcar, the 40th anniversary of the world renowned blockbuster The Italian Job and 50 years of the Mini this high profile event, managed by George Walker Events, saw a record number of owners signed up to exhibit on the day. Owners and clubs from throughout Scotland displayed their cars at the event. Veteran, vintage, classic, modern classic and supercars all took part.

The Mega Minis Stunt Team wowed the crowds performing stunts in their spectacular and unique style! Known as being one of the largest classic car/motocross stunt shows touring the UK and Europe this was a thrilling arena display adding to the packed programme of events. Mad enthusiasts signed up for the charity bungee jumping throughout the day. Visitors enjoyed the stalls and entertainments, live music and dance, all the family fun of the fair and much more besides.

The Granite City Brass Band welcomed crowds during the day and Strongman Steve Evans performed mini car dead lifts, golden nugget stone lifts and bus pulls all in keeping with the celebration of the Mini and The Italian Job!

Despite torrential rain prior to the event the good old Scottish sunshine finally appeared and a great day was had by all.