Craigievar

Scottish Country Dance Instruction

1- 8 2s and 3s petronella turn as 1s and 4s cast in 1 place, all set in 2 diamond formations; 1s+2s also 3s+4s dance RH across (1s+4s return to original places as 2s+3s end BtoB facing out)
9-16 1s+2s also 3s+4s dance double Figs of 8 starting with 1s and 4s dancing between 2s and 3s, 2s and 3s ½ turn RH to face each other (L on Man's R)
17-24 2s+3s set and pass opposite couple LSh to change places, 1s+3s also 2s+4s circle 4H round to left and turn partner 2H to face nearer end
25-32 1s+3s dance Allemande up as 2s+4s dance Allemande down. 31(4)(2)

(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)

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The setting is among scenic rolling foothills of the Grampian Mountains. The contrast of its massive lower story structure to the finely sculpted multiple turrets, gargoyles and high corbelling work create a classic fairytale appearance.

Craigievar Castle

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