Highland Games

The Highland Games are one of the most iconic events in the Scottish calendar and renowned the world over as a test of strength between Clans. These athletic contests date back over 900 years and the Games (or Gatherings) are a fantastic spectacle.

Highlights

• Inclusion to Games
• Stunning Highland Scenery
• Piping Competitions
• Highland Dancing
• Caber tossing
• Hammer throwing
• Traditional Highland dress
• Whisky tasting 

There are several events in the Highland Games calendar, and we have created a range of day tours based around these spectacular cultural events including the best of our beautiful landscape. Each has its own local charm and character. Our programme includes a visit to the world famous Braemar Gathering.

Braemar Gathering

Known as 'The Games', and originating from those believed to have been held by Malcolm III in the 11th Century, an annual Highland Games Gathering is held at Braemar in Royal Deeside on the first Saturday in September. The Gathering is one of the most famous and has Her Majesty the Queen as patron. Members of the Royal Family have traditionally been spectators since Queen Victoria attended in 1848.

Highland Games Programme - 2013

Date            Event

June 9th       Glamis Castle

July 6th        Luss

July 13th      Loch Lomond

July 27th      Callander

Aug 4th        Bridge of Allan

Aug 18th      Crieff

Sept 7th       Braemar Gathering

Sept 14th     Pitlochry