1962
Jan 1 Caberfeidh Shinty Club
Grand New Year Night Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer
on Monday 1st January.
Dancing to the Northern Lights Dance Band.
Jan 5 Strathpeffer Village Council invite you to finish off your New Year Festivities
With a Grand Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer on
Friday 5 January 1962 at 9.30 p.m.
Music by the Melotones Admission 5/-
Transport departs Inverness 8.30 Invergordon 8.30 and Rosemarkie at 8.30
Jan 12 Highland Lass Darts Club.
Sweeping the South – Now for the first time in the North “The Twist” the new dance which you have seen on television. Come to the Pavilion Ballroom and try it for yourself. Valuable prizes for the winner
On Friday 12 January 1962 Dancing from 9.30 p.m. to Jimmy Wilson
and the Melotones
Jan 19 Strathpeffer Badminton Club
Dance to the Melotones in the Pavilion Ballroom Strathpeffer on Friday 19 Jan 1962
at 9 p.m. 5/-
Handsome prizes will be awarded to Beauty Queen “Miss Dingwall 1961” who will go
forward to the “Miss Bristol” finals on 26 January at Elgin
Jiving contest winners will go forward to the “Capstan Jiving Championships” on the same date.
Transport Inverness 8.30 Rosemarkie 8.30 Invergordon 8.30 Tain 8..00.
Return after dance at 1.40 a.m.
At this time it was normal practice to advertise the current and following week’s dances in the same issue of the Ross Shire Journal
This advert appeared on the same date and in the following issue. It invited talented performers to audition for what was to become the long-running and hugely successful Highland Cabaret.
Jan 26 Ross County FC Amenities
Grand Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom Strathpeffer 5/-
Dancing to the Melotones. Rights of admission reserved
Although the Melotones had been advertised to play it was actually the Ambassadors who played
Feb 2 Mid Ross Young Farmers Club
Grand Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom Strathpeffer 5/-
Dancing to the Melotones. Rights of admission reserved
Feb 9 Caberfeidh Shinty Club
Grand Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom Strathpeffer 5/-
Dancing to the Melotones. Rights of admission reserved
Feb 16 Strathpeffer Golf Club
Grand Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom Strathpeffer 5/-
Dancing to the Melotones. Rights of admission reserved
There was no dance advertised for the 23rd February. Instead patrons
might have been tempted to go to Dingwall on the following Wednesday to do 'The Twist'.
Feb 23 Grant Promotions Present for one night only
Dancing in the Town Hall Dingwall on Wednesday 28 Feb
To Stars of Stage and Screen Scotland’s Sensational Showband
The Johnny Douglas Combo featuring Lindsay Scott
“Can you do the Twist?” Admission 4/- 8p.m. – 12 p.m. Buffet
The Show you must not miss.
Feb 23 Remember this date. Strathpeffer Highland Gathering Association present a Grand dance in the Pavilion Ballroom Strathpeffer on Friday 2 March 1962
Mar 2 The Clan Mackenzie Ross and Cromarty Association present a Grand Scots Concert in Dingwall Town Hall on Friday 2nd March at 7.45 p.m. with the Hawthorn Broadcasting Band, Hugh McInness (Mod gold medallist) and well known singers and dancers. Dance to the Hawthorn Dance Band after the concert in the Pavilion, Strathpeffer.
Strathpeffer Highland Gathering Association present a Grand Dance in the
Pavilion Ballroom Strathpeffer on Friday 2 March 1962
Dancing commences at 9.30 to the Hawthorn Broadcasting Band.
Free transport from Tain.
Mar 7 Strathpeffer Bridge Club Mitchell Pairs Duplicate
Bridge Tournament in The Pavilion Ballroom Strathpeffer on Wed 7th March 1962
At 7.15 p.m. prompt.
Entries with 15/- per pair should reach W H Fraser, Coulwood, Strathpeffer before Tuesday 27th Feb.
Mar 9 Strathpeffer Village Council. The Council have much pleasure in welcoming the return of the MELOTONES DANCE BAND to a GRAND DANCE in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer on Friday 9th March, 1962. 5/-
Usual free transport from Nairn, Inverness, Tain, Invergordon, Cromarty and Fortrose.
Mar 16 Strathpeffer Victory Hall.
The New Commodores Dance Band will appear in the Pavilion Ballroom Strathpeffer.
Mar 23 Strathpeffer Curling Club presents the Melotones Dance Band at a Dance in the
Pavilion, Strathpeffer. 9 p.m. 5/-
Mar 30 Seaforth Highlanders Regimental Association (Ross Shire Branch)
Presents a Grand Dance in the Pavilion, Strathpeffer with the Ambassadors.
Apr 6 Strathpeffer Bowling Club presents the Manhattan Dance Band in the Pavilion
on 6th April at 9 p.m. 5/-
Buses leave Farraline Park at 8.30, Cromarty 8.15, via Cullicudden and Culbokie, Rosemarkie 8.30, Tain 8.00. Return 1.40 a.m.
Apr 13 Caberfeidh Shinty Club present a Grand Dance in the Pavilion, Strathpeffer.
Dancing to the Melotones.
Apr 20 Ross and Cromarty Liberal Association present a Grand Dance in the Pavilion, Strathpeffer.
Dancing to the Melotones.
Apr 27 Ross County Cricket Club present a Grand Dance in the Pavilion, Strathpeffer.
Dancing to the Wick Scottish Broadcasting Band.
May 4 Strathpeffer Village Council present a Grand Dance in the Pavilion, Strathpeffer.
Dancing to the Melotones.
May 11 Ross Shire Roads Cycling Club present a Grand Dance in the Pavilion, Strathpeffer.
Dancing to the Hawthorn Broadcasting Band.
Special attraction - Heat of the Milk Marketing Board Dairy Princess Competition.
Chance to win prizes of £500.
May 18 Lochussie Annual Marathon Walk. Commencing 6.45 p.m.
From the West End Dingwall via Maryburgh, Brahan, Kinnahaird, Spa Pavilion. Strathpeffer.
Prizes: Gents 1st £10 2nd £5 3rd £2/10/-
Ladies 1st £8 2nd £4 3rd £2
Lochussie FC announce the welcome return by special request of Joe Cullen and his Hi-Five Dance Band Combo with the lovely singing star Veronica Dyce.
Star attraction the midnight balloon cascade.
Be at the right spot at the right time and see what happens.
It’s sensational – it’s terrific – Come along and find out!
May 25 Ross County FC Amenities Association
Grand Dance. Music by Manhattan Band 5/-
Twist Competition – with prizes – Best individual Lady and Gent
Village hall, Avoch
Scotland’s Sensational Showband – Johnnie Douglas and his Combo
Jun 1 Strathpeffer Spa Tourist Association present a Grand Dance in the Pavilion
at 9.30 6/-
Special attraction: Lucky admission ticket for free luxury weekend in the Highland Hotel for two or cash equivalent. Rights of admission reserved.
Jun 8 Strathpeffer Victory Hall present a Grand Dance in the Pavilion, Strathpeffer.
At 9.30. Dancing to the New Commodores. 6/-
Jun 15 British Legion (Scotland) Strathpeffer Branch
British Legion Dance with music by the Melotones. 9 p.m. 6/-
Dance competition – valuable prizes.
Bookings are now being accepted for 1963. All functions catered for. Apply in writing to
The manager, Spa Pavilion, Strathpeffer.
Jun 15 Come and enjoy a feast of Music, Song and Dancing at the Highland Cabaret
In the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer every Monday , Wednesday and Saturday
From 8.00 – 11.00 p.m.
Featuring Kenneth Ross - Mod Gold Medallist
Katherine Gordon – a song for everyone
The Ben Wyvis Troupe of Highland Dancers
and
Dancing – modern and old time to
The Ben Wyvis Trio
plus
Compère – The Dynamic Alick Wilson
Admission only 2/-
The only show of its kind in the North.
Jun 22 Strathpeffer Bowling Club present a Grand Dance at 9 p.m. with the Ambassadors Dance Band. Twist competition. Good prizes. Admission 6/-
1st prize voucher £5 2nd prize voucher £3 3rd prize voucher £2
Jun 22 Come and enjoy a feast of Music, Song and Dancing at the Highland Cabaret
In the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer every Monday , Wednesday and Saturday
From 8.00 – 11.00 p.m.
Featuring Kenneth Ross - Mod Gold Medallist
Bill Webster – Vocal star of BBC and Tyne Tees TV
Katherine Gordon – a song for everyone
The Ben Wyvis Troupe of Highland Dancers
and
Dancing – modern and old time to
The Ben Wyvis Trio
plus
Compère – The Dynamic Alick Wilson
Admission only 2/-
The only show of its kind in the North.
Jun 29 Strathpeffer Golf Club present a Grand Dance in the Pavilion, Strathpeffer at 9 p.m.
Music by the Ambassadors Band.
Jul 6 Caberfeidh Shinty Club present a Grand Dance in the Pavilion, Strathpeffer at 9.15 p.m.
Music by Andrew Rankine and his Broadcasting Band. 6/-
Jul 13 Ross Shire Camanachd Association present a Grand Dance in the Pavilion, Strathpeffer
at 9.15 p.m. Music by the Hawthorn Broadcasting Band. Admission 6/-
Rights of admission reserved.
Jul 14 Scottish Association of Young Farmers Club (Highland Crew)
Please note the Highland Cabaret in the Pavilion Ballroom Strathpeffer will not take place on Saturday 14th July. It will resume as normal on Monday 16th July.
On Saturday 14th July there will be dancing to the Manhattan Dance Band at 8.30 p.m.
Admission 4/-
Jul 20 Strathpeffer Village Hall Committee present a Grand Summer Dance at 9.30
Music by the Caledonians with vocalist Hugh Munro 6/-
Do not miss this date. This is your chance to win money prizes for lucky number
admission ticket.
Jul 27 Special attraction in aid of Ross County Football Club.
Grand Dance. Music by the one and only Melotones. Dancing from 9.00 – 1.30 a.m.
Ladies beware - £5 for the lady with the nicest pair of legs. 6/-
Jul 27 Breaking all records. By public demand the Highland Cabaret in the Pavilion Ballroom,
Strathpeffer will now be presented on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday commencing Monday first 30th July. Every evening at 8 p.m. Cabaret commencing at 9.30 approx.
It is a feast of music , song and dancing, featuring Kenneth Ross (Nova Scotia Mod Gold
Medallist), Alick (“Donald where’s your troosers”) Wilson 2/6
Aug 3 Strathpeffer Indoor Bowlers.
Grand Dance. Music by A. Cameron Kerr’s Scottish Broadcasting Band. 6/-
Aug 4 Highland Lass Estates Highland Dancing Competition in the Pavilion Strathpeffer.
Commencing at 1.30 p.m. Official Board Judge Mr Jack Muir, Motherwell.
(Entry forms to be had from Mrs R Gollan, 7 Davidson Drive, Dingwall).
16 years and over: Highland Fling, Sword Dance, Seann Trubhas
12 years and over: Highland Fling, Sword Dance, Sheann Truibhais
Under 10: Highland Fling, Sword Dance
1st – 5th places in all classes. Finals at the Highland Cabaret at 8 p.m.
Aug 10 Strathpeffer Red Cross Society (Strathpeffer Detachment).
Grand Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer on Friday 10th August
at 9.30 p.m. Music by everyone’s favourites The Melotones.
Special attraction. Mr Strathpeffer of 1962 will be chosen.
Breaking all records. The Cabaret (not on Sat 11th due to Games Dance).
Aug 11 Strathpeffer Highland Gathering.
After the Games Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer. 8.30 – 11.30 3/6
Strathpeffer Dance Band.
Aug 17 Strathpeffer Curling Club
Grand Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer
Music by Jim Macleod’s Band.
Aug 24 Mid Ross Young Farmers Club
Grand Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer
Music by The Ambassadors.
Aug 31 No dance advertised.
Sept 7 Caberfeidh Shinty Club
Grand Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer.
Dancing to Ian Nicholson’s Band from Oban. 9 p.m. 6/-
Sept 7 TALENT QUEST
Grampian TV has launched a talent quest. Contestants will be judged at a series of talent shows to be held at centres throughout the Grampian area. From each of these a minimum of three contestants will be selected to appear in a weekly series of Grampian TV programmes to be called “Pick of the North”. From each programme in the series contestants will be selected to appear in the semi-final and final programmes.
The first heat will be held in Fraserburgh (Dalrymple Hall) on September 17th. Thereafter there will be similar talent quests in 16 towns or villages, including Strathpeffer.
Be sure and visit the Highland Cabaret before it’s too late. The final show takes place on Saturday 22nd September when the star-studded cast will present for the last time this season their record-breaking show. Also until then on Mon, Wed. and Sat.
The only show of its kind in the North.
Sept 14 Strathpeffer Highland Gathering Association.
Grand Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer
Music by the Melotones 9.15 p.m. 6/-
Sept 21 Grand Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer
Music by the Melotones 9.15 p.m. 6/-
Sept 28 Grand Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer
Music by the Ambassadors 9.15 p.m. 6/-
Oct 5 Ross Shire Roads Cycling Club
Grand Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer
Music by Hawthorn Broadcasting Band 9.00 – 1.30 6/-
Oct 12 Ross Shire Sports and Athletics Club
Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer
Music by the Manhattan Band 9 p.m. 6/-
£10 special prize voucher
Oct 19 Strathpeffer Tourist Association invite you top Dance to the North’s Top Band
The Melotones.
MODERN DANCING ENTERPRISES
Preliminary notice
Regular Saturday night dancing will be starting in the Town Hall, Tain
from Saturday 3rd November.
Oct 26 Ross County FC Development Club
Invite you to DANCE the LOCOMOTION for the first time in the North
(£5 PRIZE FOR THE BEST “Locos”)
Your favourite band – First with the Twist in the North – Now first with the Locomotion.
The Melotones in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer. 9 p.m. 6/-
Modern Dancing Enterprises, Tain
Easy Beat and Decca Recording Stars on the 3rd November.
The Avons plus the Johnny Douglas Combo.
Coming attractions
Saturday 10th November
The Famous London and TV Showband the Baron Knights featuring Duke D’Mond
Saturday 17th November
Recording star of “Little angel” and “Hermit of Misty Mountain” Don Charles
Nov 2 Strathpeffer Village Council
Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer
Music by the Melotones Band
Dance, Wine or Dine at the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer every Saturday evening.
A night out for all ages. Old time and modern dancing. Guest artiste each week commencing Saturday 10th November. 8.00 – 11.45 p.m. 4/-
Nov 9 Caberfeidh Shinty Club
Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer
Music by the Ambassadors
Nov 10 Dance, Wine or Dine at the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer every Saturday evening.
A night out for all ages. Old time and modern dancing. Guest artiste each week
8.00 – 11.45 p.m. 4/-
Nov 16 Spastic Appeal Fund
Grand Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer
Music by the Melotones
Where will we go to tomorrow night? Let’s go to the Pavilion, Strathpeffer.
What’s on there? Dancing every Saturday 8.30 – 11.45.
Guest artiste this week Kenny Ross (Nova Scotia Gold Medallist)
Modern Dancing Enterprises presented Don Charles and the Johnny Douglas Combo at Tain Town Hall. The Johnny Douglas Combo released 'Ski Jump' in the UK on the Speyside Label.
Nov 23 Seaforth Highlanders Association
Grand Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer
Music by the Melotones 9.00 – 1.30 6/-
Advert
Dining out? Why not try the Pavilion Grillroom?
Open weekdays 11.00 – 7.00
Friday 11.00 – 12.00
Saturday 11.00 – 11.00
Sunday 11.00 – 10.00
Tables can be reserved in advance. Bookings now being taken for Christmas and New Year Dinners. Phone Strathpeffer 228.
Nov 30 British Legion (Strathpeffer Branch)
Grand Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer
Music by the Melotones
GLASGOW DANCE PROMOTIONS PRESENT
A series of Dances with the TOPS in British BIG Bands and BIG names.
Commencing Friday 7th December with BBCTV and Recording Stars
Forrie Cairns and the Clansmen featuring star vocalist Fiona Duncan (The former Clyde Valley Stomper) in the Town Hall Dingwall 9.30 – 1.30
Admission 6/- Before 10 p.m. 5/-
Dec 7 Strathpeffer Bowling Club
The Roadsters Rock Unit (Champion Rock and Roll Band making their first appearance
In the North). 9 p.m. 6/-
Dec 14 Strathpeffer Curling Club
Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer
Music by Jack Forsyth and his Broadcasting Band
Special feature the Wild Cats Great Britain (1961-62) Rock and Roll Twist Dance Team.
Another fabulous dance in the Town Hall, Dingwall, with the sensational
Kenny (“Puff - up in smoke”) Lynch, the dynamic coloured singer from London plus
Tony and his Mystery Men
Dec 21 Ross and Cromarty Unionist Association
Christmas Dance and Cabaret in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer
Jim Macleod and his Scottish Dance Band
Joe Gordon and the Folk Four.
Over £15 in prizes. £6 prize for the most glamorous hairstyle. Consolation prizes. Spot prizes, raffles etc.
The front page carried an advert for Dining out at the Pavilion
Weekdays 11 - 7
Friday 11 – 12
Saturday 11 – 11
Sunday 11 - 10
Dec 28 Strathpeffer Victory Hall Committee
Grand Carnival Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom, Strathpeffer.
Music by the New Commodores.
Glasgow Dance Promotions at Dingwall Town Hall
One of the greatest bands ever to appear.
Crazy Carnival with The Cyclones on Tuesday 1st January.
Next week Friday 4th January TV Recording and Hit Parade Stars The Beetles