Scotland Westie Fest

After the success of running local SWAY WCS events, Melanie Love and her talented crew wanted an event with a difference, a social residential event with a super friendly vibe, open to every level of dancer receiving the best standard of WCS tuition.

They wanted an event that was relaxing, hassle-free with the highest quality of accommodation and dining, an event that had a ‘Scottish twist’ that was fun and left every dancer feeling exhilarated, inspired and motivated to learn more. In April 2017 Scotland Westie Fest was born.

SCOTLAND WESTIE FEST is BACK in 2025

A WCS dance event with a difference, no competitions, a weekend dedicated to having fun and learning of your WCS with dancers from all around the world.

Scotland Westie Fest 2025 will be held at the beautiful Peebles Hydro Hotel which offers all the benefits of a scenic spa weekend local to Scotland while still close to the northern English border. Have a look for yourself www.peebleshydro.co.uk

  • All-Star and Champion instructor line up
  • All level workshops
  • Late night social dancing in a beautiful ballroom
  • Full use of all leisure facilities including heated pool and spa.
  • Fun theme nights, games and social gatherings.
  • Top professional teachers

This event is not to be missed it will cater for ALL dance levels and will be STRICTLY gender balanced to ensure EVERY individual has the opportunity to learn something new.

ONLY £99 per person for full weekend pass, all workshops and social dancing.

Scotland Westie Fest

Testimonials

  • Already in my diary. That's for a fabulous weekend. Well organised and a great line up of teachers.

    Mike Gordon

  • I had the pleasure of working with some amazing people at the 2018 Westie Fest in Peebles and I have to say, both as a teacher and a social dancer...this is one of the best, most relaxed, most friendly and most well run events we have access to in the UK...

    Caroline Pillar

  • Many thanks Melanie Boyle and crew for a fabulous weekend. Great company, great teaches and (once I got my mojo back)...great dances. Home safe now and marking next years event on my dance calendar - already booked!

    Martyn MacDonnell

  • Feet up. Rest before tonight dancing. Good classes with the best company. Well done Melanie and crew you smashed it. Always a pleasure to be here.

    Irene Ferguson

  • It was a great fun weekend, will definitely be back next year.

    Christine Edwards

Staff

Teaching Staff

DJ's

Scotland Westie Fest Crew

Vendors

Scotland Westie Fest Schedule

We are currently working on our super amazing Schedule for the next SWF. Please check back again soon.

 

Workshop Levels

All Level

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Level 2

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Level 3 plus

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The Hotel

Peebles Hydro Hotel, Innerleithen Road, Peebles, Scotland, EH45 8LX

Once you have secured your place at the event you will receive your hotel group discount code. Head over to the hotel website, check out your room style options and book at www.peebleshydrohotel.com.  Want to stay an extra night? Fancy extending your stay please have a look at our special secured rate on a B&B basis only.

7th & 8th March 2025 (Main Nights)

Min 2 night stay with Bed and Breakfast and Dinner on 8th March are as follows –

£173.00 pp – double room (based on 2 people sharing)

Hotel

Scotland Westie Fest is held in the beautiful Peebles Hydro Hotel which offers all the benefits of a scenic spa weekend local to Scotland while still close to the English border. It offers the best in champion instructor and DJ line up, three days of inspiring workshops ranging in all levels, social dancing in a beautiful ballroom, dinner, bed and breakfast included for your entire stay plus full use of all leisure facilities including heated pool and spa. It’s the place to be.

www.peebleshydro.co.uk

Transport

We want to ensure you have the smoothest possible journey to SWF. There is nothing worse than having a long stressful journey to your dance event, so please plan in advance. Peebles is nestled within an area of outstanding beauty and only 23 miles south of Edinburgh, the Borders town of Peebles sits straddling the majestic River Tweed. By train From Edinburgh Waverley Train Station – X62/X70 leaves from North Bridge, just behind the station. It is £7 and drops you at the foot of the Hydro Hotel. By plane From Edinburgh Airport – Tram to Edinburgh North Bridge and pick up Bus. We have a mini bus service leaving Edinburgh Airport on Friday morning dropping off Sunday, please get in touch with Mel for further details. By car Hotel Address – Peebles Hydro Hotel, Innerleithen Road Peebles, Scotland, EH45 8LX

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