Highland Games by Motorhome
Inverarnan Loch Long.
Jeff Crouch.
The village of Ceres, in Fife, claims to hold the oldest Gathering. This was after the battle of Bannockburn in 1314, when the villagers were granted a day of celebration to mark the safe return of the village’s bowmen.
The first Gathering at Braemar was held in the 11th century. King Malcolm Canmore arranged a foot race up Craig Connich near to the village. He used this as a means of selecting a new courier.
In September 1848, Queen Victoria attended a Gathering at Braemar. This started the royal tradition of attendance at Braemar which continues to this day.
If you’ve ever wanted to attend one of the Highland games in Scotland, the Braemar Gathering would be an excellent choice, with a history that dates back at least 900 years. The popularity of this ancient Highland festival is clearly reflected in its continued existence and support.
The Motorhomers are attending at Braemar. Francie appears bemused and bewildered at the events unfolding in front of his eyes:
‘Josie, can ye tell me, why are yon big hairy muscley guys throwin’ trees at yin anither?’
‘Francie, they’re no’ throwin’ trees, they’re throwin’ a caber. I thought that even ye wid know that, Francie.’
‘Whit dis throwin’ a caber mean, Josie?’
‘Francie, ye know when ye were a wee wean, an’ ye goat angry, an’ ye tossed yer dummie oot o’ the pram, yer mammie wid say that ye were throwin’ a tantrum?’
‘Sure, Josie, sure, Josie.’
‘Well, Francie, yon big hairy muscley guys are angry wi’ yin another, but they’re too auld tae toss their dummies oot o’ the pram, so they’re tossin’ trees at yin another. Dis that answer yer question, Francie?’
‘Sure, Josie, sure, Josie.’
The Island of Jura.
Perhaps you would enjoy reading the adventures of Francie and Josie.
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