Chess Club
2026-01-21 13:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | The Wigtown Ploughman, 30 South Main Street, Wigtown, DG8 9HG, United Kingdom
Fancy a game of chess in good company? The chess club sessions at the pub are relaxed, friendly and open to all — whether you’re a seasoned player or still figuring out which way the knight moves. Drop in for a game, a chat, and a pint, and see where the board takes you.Chess Club happens every Wednesday.

Trad Music Session - January
2026-01-21 19:00 - 21:30
Join us for a slow trad session – open to listeners and players alike! We aim to have a Trad Music Session every 3rd Wednesday of the month.

Informal Afternoon Music Session
2026-01-23 15:00 - 17:30
Join Jim on melodeon, Francie on spoons & Andy on concertina, with songs from Liverpool & Tyneside, Ireland, Scotland & maybe Hank Williams. Songs by the fire on a blustery afternoon. Perfect.

Wigtown Writers Hitchhikers Launch Event
2026-01-24 14:00 - 16:00
As the launch event in Barcelona ends, the Wigtown Writers group will be meeting to play their part.

Anyone reading this who does not know what the Wigtown Writers group is about, should direct any enquiries to its fabulous convenor, Mr Liam Murphy.

You can contact him at thegallery133@gmail.com

Phil’s Quiz Night – January
2026-01-30 19:30 - 21:30
Another fully booked quiz! Keep your eyes open for the February quiz, any questions, or if you want to be added to the reserve list for this quiz, please email quizmaster@thewigtownploughman.co.uk

Dave Cowles - Music Maestro
2026-01-31 20:00 - 23:00
Join Dave Cowles, half of the wonderful duo MAD on Saturday evening for an evening of music for everyone! Big thank you to Stephanie for booking this event and sharing her birthday with the community. Happy birthday!!

Open Music Session – February
2026-02-06 19:30 - 22:00
Happens on the first Friday of every month! Bring your sound, your soul, your style. No stage, no pressure – just music. All genres welcome. All skill levels celebrated. Open jam. Open hearts. Open ears. Listen to a taste of a previous Open Music Night Hosted by Bre Martin

Wigtown Memory Cafe – February
2026-02-13 10:00 - 11:30
Machars’ memories with David’s photographsA supportive café for anyone affected by memory loss and their carers. Come along, share a cuppa, some memories, some experiences and some fun. There will be biscuits, maybe cake… Meet our lovely volunteers and get advice.Run by Wigtown volunteers with support form Alzheimer Scotland.Please phone Allison on 07891 892603 for more information.

Afternoon Music Session
2026-02-13 15:00 - 17:30

Valentine's Music Night
2026-02-14 20:00 - 23:00
Join Ant and Mia Hobson for a heartwarming night of romantic live music! Starts at 8pm.

Trad Music Session - February
2026-02-18 19:00 - 22:00

Phil’s Quiz Night – February
2026-02-27 19:30 - 21:30
We are taking bookings for Phils 50th Quiz Night! This gets booked fast…

As per usual, to book in, email quizmaster@thewigtownploughman.co.uk

Wigtown Memory Cafe – March
2026-03-13 10:00 - 11:30
Story time with Renita BoyleA supportive café for anyone affected by memory loss and their carers. Come along, share a cuppa, some memories, some experiences and some fun. There will be biscuits, maybe cake… Meet our lovely volunteers and get advice.

Run by Wigtown volunteers with support form Alzheimer Scotland.

Please phone Allison on 07891 892603 for more information.

Phil’s Quiz Night – March
2026-03-27 19:30 - 21:30
We are taking bookings for Phils Quiz Night! This gets booked fast… As per usual, to book in, email quizmaster@thewigtownploughman.co.uk

Wigtown Memory Cafe – April
2026-04-10 10:00 - 11:30
Sharing local memories with KenA supportive café for anyone affected by memory loss and their carers. Come along, share a cuppa, some memories, some experiences and some fun. There will be biscuits, maybe cake… Meet our lovely volunteers and get advice.

Run by Wigtown volunteers with support form Alzheimer Scotland.

Please phone Allison on 07891 892603 for more information.
