Music, Storytelling

The Laddie that Kept Hares

Go Local South Scotland

(Fri 30 Oct: 7:30pm)

Local Borders storyteller James Spence draws from his book Scottish Borders Folk Tales, as well as from contemporary stories, in exploring the relationship between animals and humans in this collection of poignant and humorous stories. At the heart of this set is the title story, which concerns a young man’s strange encounters as he seeks his fortune in the rolling hills of the Borders. James weaves between the Borders Scots and English in this compelling show. Special guest Border fiddler Jimmy Nagle will play some local fiddle tunes.

Doors open at 7.30pm for an 8.00pm start!

At ArtAffect, Creative Quarter, the Old Bakery in Exchange Street, Jedburgh, TD8 6BH.

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This year’s Festival explores the rich relationship between storytelling and the natural world through our theme Bird and Beast. Alongside a vibrant programme at the Scottish Storytelling Centre in Edinburgh, storytellers across Scotland bring these tales to life this autumn through the Go Local programme. We proudly celebrate Scotland’s cèilidh tradition with an invitation into the story circle, extending a warm welcome to international guests who share their stories, traditions and contemporary practices alongside Scotland’s own world-class talent. Join us for some unforgettable tales and moments that bring us closer to nature, as we follow the trail of footprints and feathers and let our imagination take flight.

• SISF - Go Local
• £5.00
• 30 October 2026
• 135 minutes
• 19:30
• Scottish International Storytelling Festival
• Regional Events
• 12+