News and Updates

The 16th HAAL – Folk at the Salmon Bothy, Portsoy 5th – 7th June 2026 The programme for the 16th Haal has been announced! A full weekend of music, stories, workshops and traditional talent – and you’re invited! From singarounds and seaside shanties to headline concerts and heartfelt tributes, the

Thanks to everyone who supported our fundraising Christmas Raffle. The draw was made at our St Andrew’s ceilidh on 29th November. Congratulations to all the winners: 🌟 Thanks again and well done to everyone who assisted in selling raffle tickets 🌟💰 All proceeds will go towards the 16th Haal on

Welcome to our Christmas Raffle Draw FIRST PRIZE – Wicker Hamper containing – whisky, gin liqueur, gin, port, wine, mulled wine, quilted xmas stocking, quilted advent calendar, shortbread, xmas cake, xmas pudding, gammon, biscuits , cheese, soft drinks and sweets. The draw will be held at our St Andrews Night

We have some fantastic acts and performers coming to entertain us at Folk at the Salmon Bothy over the next few months. Our club meets on the 3rd Friday of each month and we regularly host visiting artists at our club nights while also leaving time for floor spots local

At our monthly club night on Friday 21st November we will be joined by folksinger, musician and songwriter Alan Reid for an extended set. Alan was an ever-present member of Battlefield Band from 1969-2010 when, after four decades, he decided that it was time to bow out, in order to

Join us for our monthly club night on Friday 17th October. We will be joined by the fabulous Sir Reel Clarks for an extended set. There will of course be plenty time for a minimum of 2 songs or tunes from floor performers. Doors open 7pm. £5 entry. BYOB and