http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/ All the latest news from the Hebridean Celtic Festival en-gb Sat, 18 May 2013 07:45:54 UTC Copyright Hebridean Celtic Festival 3600 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=121 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=121 Music fans attending this year's Hebridean Celtic Festival could swap garbage for gifts and discards for drinks by returning their empties. Thu, 09 May 2013 08:25:12 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=120 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=120 A young female quartet who played their first gig only in February have won a coveted stage slot at this year's HebCelt.  Gria secured the sought-after spot in the main arena after winning a talent competition to find the stars of tomorrow. Thu, 02 May 2013 07:17:03 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=119 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=119 Tickets for this year's award-winning Hebridean Celtic Festival are selling at more than double the rate of last year, helped by demand from overseas. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 07:29:04 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=118 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=118 The award-winning Hebridean Celtic Festival has added another string to its bow by successfully graduating from the Carbon Trust Scotland's Carbon Management programme for its green initiatives.HebCelt, which is celebrating its 18th anniversary this year, is committed to decreasing its carbon emissions by 14 per cent by 2017 which will reduce its environmental impact and cut costs. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 09:00:00 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=117 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=117 A sought-after stage slot at one of the summer's major music festivals is going for a song – or rather three songs – with unknown artists being urged to step into the limelight. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 09:18:37 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=116 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=116 Some of the finest Gaelic artists from Scotland and Ireland will be taking to the stage when the Hebridean Celtic Festival celebrates its cultural heritage.A Gaelic Showcase will be held over four days at An Lanntair arts centre during HebCelt, which runs from 17-20 July and this year is marking its 18th anniversary. Thu, 14 Mar 2013 09:14:35 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=115 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=115 For the third year in succession the Hebridean Celtic Festival has been selected as one of the top 10 UK summer festivals by an influential publication. Thu, 07 Mar 2013 08:56:54 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=114 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=114 Gaelic pioneers and internationally renowned group Capercaillie are making the award-winning Hebridean Celtic Festival a major part of their 30th anniversary celebrations. Thu, 28 Feb 2013 09:07:19 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=113 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=113 The legendary Van Morrison is returning to the Hebridean Celtic Festival eight years after his memorable gig at the award-winning island event. Thu, 14 Feb 2013 00:41:51 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=112 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=112 One of Scotland's most acclaimed singer songwriters is returning to the award-winning Hebridean Celtic Festival this summer 17 years after appearing in the inaugural event. Thu, 07 Feb 2013 09:40:43 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=110 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=110 Two of Scotland's top live acts and a livewire American band who have become one of the most popular on the UK roots circuit have signed up to appear at the award-winning Hebridean Celtic Festival next summer. The Battlefield Band, The Red Hot Chilli Pipers and The Hot Seats are the first acts to be revealed for the island festival which will be held from 17-20 July, 2013 and based in the island of Lewis. Thu, 20 Dec 2012 09:29:54 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=111 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=111 There will be a chance to re-live some of this year's festival highlights over Christmas and New Year. Thu, 20 Dec 2012 08:53:25 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=109 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=109 A limited number of advance tickets for are being made available online tomorrow (friday) for HebCelt 2013 which will be marking its 18th birthday. Thu, 06 Dec 2012 00:45:16 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=108 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=108 The award-winning Hebridean Celtic Festival is aiming for top billing in the UK for its green credentials. Tue, 14 Aug 2012 14:08:38 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=107 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=107 The Hebridean Celtic Festival Trust (HCFT) would like to thank all who helped promote and stage this year's annual event. Mon, 16 Jul 2012 16:51:47 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=106 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=106 Scots band Sketch pushed the boat out to ensure they didn't miss a headlining slot at an island music festival. Mon, 16 Jul 2012 12:44:08 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=105 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=105 A music festival was seen as the perfect stage for a catwalk as Hebridean fashion designers showcased their work. Mon, 16 Jul 2012 07:40:43 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=104 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=104 As athletes prepare for London 2012 one man is warming up for his Olympic spot by flying to Stornoway to take part in one of Scotland's premier music festivals. Thu, 12 Jul 2012 01:11:25 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=103 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=103 On the eve of the award-winning Hebridean Celtic Festival a new report shows that the arts and creative industries in the Outer Hebrides support around 500 jobs and add more than £33 million to the local economy. Tue, 10 Jul 2012 23:32:22 UTC http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=102 http://www.hebceltfest.com/news/index.php?id=102 Scottish Cup finals aside, Craig and Charlie Reid have had many milestones to celebrate this year: turning 50, the release of their ninth studio album and a return to live performances after a well-earned break at the end of a decade of near constant touring. Tue, 10 Jul 2012 06:43:50 UTC