After a resounding success in 2024 Mull Fiddle Week will return in 2025 from 28th July to 1st August. Specially curated by Scottish fiddler and popular educator Patsy Reid - she will be joined by : the amazing French fiddler and teacher Vincent Leutreau; brilliant musician accordion player and composer John Somerville who will be leading group-work and mixed instrument; the amazing Natalie Haas will be taking on the cello class; the rest of the tutor team will be announced within the next few weeks.
Now accepting bookings for :
Fiddle (nearly sold out)
Cello
Mixed Instrument
Booking Link - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSemwAl9cTnWX9w6Vv78W5_l6RWlp0b2Rjk4dXuZsKWj8EIJrQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
THE LEARNING
With a real focus on learning the week will offer classes in tune learning; incorporating technique improving aural skills relevant theoretical knowledge as well as stylistic features of Scottish fiddle music. There will be at least two levels of fiddle class; slower learners/intermediate & happy learners/advanced alternating between Patsy and Vincent.
There will also be a main choice mixed instrument class and optional group-work sessions. If that all sounds a bit serious fret not - there is an extensive extra curricular and out-of-hours programme of events that is sure to get you excited as well.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR
In addition to music classes the ticket price includes all tutor performances tons of sessions (including slow) a concert/ceilidh yoga classes and for the foodies - a very special seafood feast showcasing some of the island’s finest seafood including creel caught crab lobster and Isle of Mull Oysters. There will be delicious vegetarian options too using locally sourced produce.
For those keen to see a bit more of Mull and the surrounding Islands we have chartered a boat to take us to the magical Island of Staffa! Yes you read right we'll have Wednesday afternoon off to visit Fingal's Cave! This is an optional extra of £35 per person.
COST PER PERSON * ** ***
Full Week Rate - £375 (Including all classes teas/coffees/biscuits our Tobermory events and the Seafood/Veggie Feast)
Full Day Rate (Mon/Thurs - incl. concerts) - £80
Full Day Rate (Tues/Fri) - £70
Half Day Rate - £35 (Wednesday)
Staffa Boat trip - £35 (Wednesday afternoon)
Seafood/Veggie Feast - £40 (Wednesday evening)
A minimum 50% deposit is required at time of booking with the balance payable by end of registration Monday 28th July 2025.
* Plus 6.7% admin/booking fee
** MULL MUSIC MAKERS GO FREE (suitable for older participants capacity allowing)
*** ISLANDERS' DISCOUNT AND VOLUNTEERS
We are offering a near 50% discount to local players who want to take part in Mull Fiddle Week. There is also the option to sign up as a local volunteer/runner where you'll gain free access to classes and events whilst helping behind the scenes to ensure the smooth operation of the week! These places are limited.
START AND FINISH TIMES
Monday 28th July 2025
9.30 -10.00 - Registration (we have a Zettle card machine)
10.00 - Welcome
10.30 - First class
Friday 1st August 2025
Classes finish at 4pm. Survivors session Friday evening. I imagine many will stay Friday night as self catering accommodation is Sat-Sat.
ACCESSIBILITY
Please note that Tobermory is situated on a hill and due to venue/class logistics - a certain level of fitness is ideal in order to move between classes. Parking is also terrible in the summer so going on foot really is the most practical option. There are disabled parking spaces near the Aros Hall. We do our best to minimise venue changes but we just can't avoid the hills unfortunately! On the positive side our fitness certainly improved as the week went on in 2024! Please get in touch with us if you require more information regarding the accessibility of the event.
ACCOMMODATION
We are launching just shy of a year in advance mostly to allow you to get your accommodation organised. Do not underestimate how popular Tobermory is in the Summer!
Evening sessions will most likely take place in the Western Isles Hotel Mishnish or MacGochans in case that informs your decision on where to stay.
The Western Isles Hotel are offering a discounted rate of £160 per room per night including bed and breakfast. Please contact the hotel direct on [email protected] or call on +441688 302012 to book a room at the 'Fiddler's Rate'. Please note there is no lift/elevator at the Western Isles Hotel so if you have mobility issues you must let them know on booking.
There are many other excellent accommodation options in and around Tobermory - here is a short list.
Harbour View Guest House
MacDonald Arms Hotel
Tobermory Campsite - many options here from pitching your own tent camper-van spot shepherds huts to static caravans. Please note this is a half an hour walk away from the town.
The Tobermory Hotel
Harbour View Bed and Breakfast
Tobermory Youth Hostel
Please write to us at [email protected] if you have any queries
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Tobermory, Mull, United Kingdom