August 7th -10th 2008, Dumfries, Scotland
This year we have an amazing four days of culture and heritage for you to enjoy. Already we are receiving enquiries and bookings from across the globe.
We can confirm this year a brand new "Music Marquee", Clan Warfare with brilliant clan battle re-enactors Clan Alba and we travel back to the time of Robert The Bruce with the awesome Knights of Medievel Clydesdale, McDonald Armouries Backsword, the ever popular Axe Throwing and the return of 3 time consecutive Sled Dog Champion Steven Lindsay and his huskies.
PLUS WE HAVE SPECIAL SURPRISES STILL TO BE ANNOUNCED!!!
The many events in 2007 were a great success with visitors from many countries throughout the world.
Events this year will include a Civic reception, Coach tour; Ally Bain & Phill Cunningham; A Highland dancing competition and a Concert.
A GREAT TIME TO BE HAD BY OUR MANY VISITORS OLD & NEW FROM HOME AND ABROAD!
This year we celebrate the clan name Johnstone.
Click on Events for more information about our 2008 event.
The 2008 events will again be an interesting mix of events that will delight all who are interested in the people, culture and heritage of the Borders.
Tickets available from :-
Barnstorm Records, 128 Queensberry Street, Dumfries Telephone 01387 267894
or
Visit Scotland, 64 Whitesands, Dumfries Telephone 01387 253862
email: mckerrellofhillhouse@ukonline.co.uk
The Booth; Border Gathering; MySpace Page
OPEN PIPING COMPETITION
Applications are invited from young pipers under 18 years of age for our solo piping competition to be held at The Border Gathering in 2008.
‘The McKerrell Cup’ for solo pipers under 18 will be awarded to the overall winner and medals for first four places.
Piping Competition for Girls
'The Ritchie and Graham Quaich' small keeper
and medals for first four places.
OFFICIAL HIGHLAND DANCING COMPETITIONS
Entry Form
*last updated 30th July 08*
