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Tartan of the Month International performers for Dundee Tartan The Sky’s The Limit 2018 is the optimism and their ability to not be limited by boundaries – barriers between people, communities or opportunities. This is a celebration of that mindset and we hope for the show to be an inspiration to both young and old, to keep this childlike spirit alive in all aspects of our lives from our The Scottish Banner is pleased to be offering ambitions to our interactions with others.” the Tartan of the Month series highlighting Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Hillier, a variety of different, unique and colourful Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), added: “In our tartans from around the world which 100thanniversary year, I’m really delighted are registered with the Scottish Register of that the Royal Air Force has the lead for Tartans in Edinburgh. The Scottish Register this year’s Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo of Tartans was established by an act of the – a very special event in a very special Scottish Parliament in November 2008 and promotes and preserves information about year. Scotland has always been a vital historic and contemporary tartans from part of that RAF story. From one hundred Scotland and throughout the world. Text years ago at Montrose Station, the first and image use is courtesy of the Scottish The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo Sky’s the Limit, was chosen in celebration operational military airfield, to today at Register of Tartans (SRT). celebrated their 2018 performances with of the 100-year anniversary of the Royal Air RAF Lossiemouth on the Moray coast, one The eyes of the world will be on Dundee a dynamic line-up of performers at this Force (RAF) and marries with Scotland’s of the RAF’s principal bases, protecting this month and the opening of the V&A year’s ‘The Sky’s the Limit’ showcase. Year of Young People. Each performance, UK and NATO airspace. I am also proud to Museum, so this month we highlight From Australia and Oman to Malawi coupled with stunning projections and, in say that Scotland was the start of my own the Dundee Tartan (SRT reference: 844). and the Shetland Isles, producers have a first for the show, laser technology, took personal story and RAF career. Throughout Based on the design of a tartan jacket explored all points of the compass to the audience on the incredible journey RAF100 and Scotland’s Year of Young said to have been worn by Prince Charles select a world-class programme of home- following man’s obsession with flight, People, the greatest legacy we can build is Edward Stuart at Culloden - earliest date grown and overseas talent to bring this including space travel. to inspire and unlock the potential of new 1746 - now preserved in the Scottish year’s spectacle to life between which Brigadier David Allfrey, Chief Executive generations, so that together, we can help United Services Museum in Edinburgh Castle. Wilsons of Bannockburn a took place in August. The 8,800 nightly and Producer of The Royal Edinburgh shape our next century. The theme for this weaving firm founded c1770 near Stirling. audiences were captivated by a colourful Military Tattoo said: “It’s an enthralling year’s Tattoo - “The Sky’s The Limit’ - could The Pattern books are in the National cultural showcase and thrilling display of 90-minute spectacle that’s set to be one not, therefore, be more appropriate.” Museum of Antiquities, Edinburgh. music, dance, military performance and of our best shows yet with an army of The 2018 Royal Edinburgh Military Copies of the Pattern books and letters technology, all against the backdrop of young performers to the fore. One of the Tattoo DVD and CD will be available from are in the Scottish Tartans Society archive. Edinburgh Castle. This year’s theme, The remarkable characteristics of the youthful the Scottish Banner in October.

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Send us your inquiries on life’s little question marks. Ever wanted to know what happened to your old pal from home, how to make SCOT POURRI your favourite Scottish meal, or wondered about a certain bit of Scottish history? My parents, sister and brother did too For those interested in the tour, please and we all settled in Adelaide. let us know if you want to make the trek to Jim Cairney I am very eager for a reply. Scotland with us for the 2019 Clan MacRae Isabella Brown (Weans) Gathering. 2/45 Kolapore Ave. Sgurr Uaran! Dear Sean, Largs North, South Australia Judy McRae I was sorry to read of the death of your 5015 Australia Director of Membership father, Jim Cairney, and would like to Diamond Wedding Anniversary Clan MacRae Society of North America offer you my sincere sympathy. It is Judy McRae always lovely to read the tribute of a 10665 W 26th Ave son or daughter to a late parent when Wheat Ridge, CO he or she writes in such fond terms. It is 80215, USA apparent that you have been a member [email protected] or 303-670-9611 of a strong, loving and productive family which, speaking as a member of such Scottish placenames a family on my mother’s side, is all you Must say I am loving the digital need in life. paper; as convenient as a newspaper With sorrow for your loss. without the messy newsprint and Ann Grant Occasionally I was the foil for your uncle clutter of old editions. Randwick, NSW John Cairney when he needed one for With the Scottish placenames, I grew up Australia his Robert Burns act. After one evening’s in a Sydney suburb called Baulkham Hills entertainment on a cold January Burns named after the Buckholm Hills in the Hi Sean, Night, we all went back to my place in It was with great sadness I read your Scottish Borders east of Galashiels, there Bramalea because your Dad wanted latest editorial in this month’s Scottish is a ruinous Tower on Buckholm Farm, not some sumptuous meal, but plain Banner, I’m so sorry for the loss of your near Galashiels, supposedly haunted by old, believe it or not, toast and beans. Father, he was a good man and I wish to Laird Pringle who murdered Covenanters. He was that kind of man! My heartfelt convey sincere condolences to you and Interestingly, my Scottish family condolences to you all. your family at this sad time, one of the As an aside while in Scotland, I connection is to the Home/Hume family most comforting quotes I have ever read entered the ‘Old Men’s Race’ of the 366th whose homelands are further east nearer regarding the passing of a loved one is, running of the Burntisland Highland Berwick. My wife and I shall visit both in “They never die who live in the hearts Games (the second oldest in the world) 2019. We are getting a lot of ideas from the they leave behind.” And I won. OK, so it is only fifty yards My husband Ross and I are celebrating Banner for our Scottish holiday. Andy Heaney & family long, and as an ‘old man’ I got a ten yard our Diamond Wedding Anniversary which Thanking you for your excellent Brisbane, Queensland th handicap, but I did win. Having won £5, took place on the 9 of August. As 60 newspaper. Australia I am thinking of giving up retirement ant years is a special occasion could it be put Ian Clark Hi Sean and Valerie, taking up professional running! into the Banner as a surprise for him and Cooma, NSW all our friends who are regular readers of I just got back from a couple of weeks in Baxter Henderson Australia the Scottish Banner. Attached is a photo of Canada and Scotland and your August Victoria, Australia 2018 copy of the Scottish Banner was Ed note: Thank you for the many our wedding day taken in our home town waiting for me. So sorry to hear about messages we have received on the of Dunfermline in 1958 when Ross was FROM OUR your Dad, Sean. I have fond memories passing of Jim Cairney. It is wonderful serving in the RAF and also recent photo SOCIAL MEDIA of him and your Mum Valerie at their to have such thoughtful readers help that friends will recognise. Send your photos or letters via social media Scottish restaurant in Nobleton, Ontario. you get through such sad times. Yours sincerely, Jessie Nicol Carsluith Castle Ed note: Congratulations to you The Isle of May “Must see’s” of Scotland & Ireland Jessie and Ross on a wonderful life of We are planning a trip to these countries happiness together. April, 2019. Besides seeing the beautiful Calling all MacRaes! countryside, we are interested in our We are thrilled to announce that there will heritage as well. be another International Clan Gathering What can we see in Scotland and of MacRaes in Scotland in May of 2019 Ireland representing the culture? and we have planned a tour to take in all Another castle of my tick list today Tartans, dances, etc. the activities. This is the opportunity of a making the most of my membership Gulfport, Mississippi will have a lifetime for those who are still dreaming I visited Carsluith Castle. What a view Highland Game festival this November. of going to Scotland for the tour makes over Wigtown Bay on the Galloway coast. Karen Tate it easy for you to GN Photography When reading my Scottish Banner, it E-mail: [email protected] make the trip a Clydebank, Glasgow always brings back happy memories and Mississippi, USA reality! We hope Scotland the June issue was no exception. The Ed note: No doubt our readers you can join us for Learned Kindred of Currie story on May Island (Isle of May opens for can help Karen make her 2019 trip these Gatherings the season, Scottish Banner, June, 2018) one to remember. and Tours only brought back many memories as I served occur once every on the lightship M.V May who supplied Weans Bridge five years! The keepers and supplies to lighthouses all I was interested in your interview with current dates of around the top of Scotland, including May Ryan Wells in the May edition of the the tour are from Island and the Bell Rock for the Northern Scottish Banner. He spoke of the Weans May 5th through May 18th with the Clan Lighthouse Service. I was 16 years then Bridge in Edinburgh. My grandparents MacRae Gathering events taking place and am now years and live in Australia, so lived and brought up their family (my over five days from May th8 through May thank you all at the Banner for bringing Dad included) in Edinburgh. Their 12th. The decision to hold a Clan MacRae Day two for the Learned Kindred of these happy memories back for me and surname and my maiden name is Weans. Gathering in May of 2019 is due to the Currie at the Glengarry Highland the many other readers from Bonnie I’ve never heard of Weans Bridge, can 300thanniversary of the destruction of Games in Maxville, Ontario. Stop by Scotland and around the world. anyone give me more details of it please? Eilean Donan Castle by the British on May and say hello. Big thanks to Jeff Crooke Charlie Brewer Where it is in Edinburgh and who put 10, 1719. We will be at Eilean Donan Castle for hosting our space. Ringwood, Victoria the money it. I came to South Australia on the actual anniversary of this event with Clan Currie Australia from a village in Stirlingshire in 1966. a special commemoration.

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Spectacular Jousting returned with medieval knights, family-friendly activities and a falconry display.

oble knights battled it out at The stunning Caerlaverock Castle, The Maxwells repaired and upgraded The first, in July 1300, involved Caerlaverock Castle this summer one of over 70 staffed Historic Scotland Caerlaverock over the years. The Edward I himself. The small garrison as Spectacular Jousting returned. attractions managed by Historic impressive machicolations (slotted surrendered within two days of facing Visitors heard the thunder of Environment Scotland, is the epitome defences) at the top of each tower date the full might of the English king’s army. Nhooves and the clashing of lances at the of a medieval stronghold, featuring from the late 1300s or early 1400s – by A contemporary account of the siege is jousting tournaments. As well as exploring a moat, twin-towered gatehouse and which time the Wars of Independence one of the most fascinating recorded for the living history camps and meeting lofty battlements. with England had taken their toll. any castle in the British Isles. medieval soldiers, visitors watched a Inside the castle walls is the remarkable The second siege, in 1640, was falconry flying display, visited the horses in Unique among British castles Nithsdale Lodging, built in the 1630s by the castle’s last. It was brought about the stables and tryed their hand at archery. Caerlaverock’s triangular shape is unique Robert Maxwell, 1st Earl of Nithsdale. by Lord Maxwell’s loyalty to Charles Gillian Urquhart, Events Manager at HES, among British castles. A walk around Its attractive façade, with its ornate I during his struggles with the said: “We’re really excited to bring Spectacular the castle gives a sense of its strength, Renaissance stone carvings, is a sharp Covenanters. The garrison held out for Jousting back to Caerlaverock Castle after economy of form and pleasing geometry. contrast to the severe castle walls. 13 weeks before surrendering. the success of last year’s event. The medieval Three lengths of defensive curtain wall are Afterwards the castle was stripped Caerlaverock Castle is the perfect setting linked at their three angles by high corner Tale of two sieges of valuable fixtures and fittings and its to watch the knights recreate the signature towers. On the north side is an impressive Caerlaverock was besieged and great south curtain wall demolished so sport of the Middle Ages and promises to be a twin-towered gatehouse, where the captured on numerous occasions, but that Caerlaverock could never again be great day out for the whole family.” Maxwells had their private rooms. two sieges in particular stand out. used as a place of defence.

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The Scottish Banner • September 2018 • Page 5 THE SCOTTISH BANNER Combined RSL Centenary of ANZAC Pipes & Drums Front, Charles Bateman and Joseph Taylor, are buried. There will also be commemorations in Peronne of the interlinked battles there and at Mont St Quentin, which battles were the turning point of the War, in 1918 leading to the withdrawal of the Axis from the blood soaked fields of the Somme. It surprised the members of the band that no official commemorations of these important battles have been arranged. We see it as part of our duty, as RSL pipe bands, to honour and remember those who fought and died in these places. So this will, again, be another unique experience for the pipers, drummers and supporters who are By: Jodie MacGregor Bands came together to find a special way to conduct a number of commemoration undertaking this unique tour in 2018. Committee Member & piper honour and recognise the service and sacrifice ceremonies in northern France during Lest We Forget. Combined RSL Centenary of ANZAC P&D of our ANZACs who served in World War I. September and October to commemorate You can follow the progress of the Being members of RSL bands, we were in a the last time ANZACs were in combat on the Combined RSL Centenary of ANZAC any Australian pipe bands have unique position and we thus formed the Western Front. The ANZACs fought their last Pipes & Drums on their Facebook page: been heading overseas in 2018, Combined RSL Centenary of ANZAC Pipes action of the Great War on the 5th October www.facebook.com/combindedRSLpipeband to the Worlds, other contests, & Drums, which is comprised of pipers and 1918 at Montbrehain and were withdrawn to the Royal Edinburgh drummers from Burwood RSL Sub-branch until Armistice was declared on 11th MMilitary Tattoo and other events but one is Pipes & Drums, Castle Hill RSL Pipe Band, November 1918. undertaking something unique and quite Cessnock RSL Pipe Band, Hornsby RSL Pipe After two years of planning and different. The Combined RSL Centenary Band, Ingleburn RSL Pipes & Drums and organising, our program will include some of ANZAC Pipes & Drums is heading to City of Newcastle RSL Pipe Band. The band of the performances in our 2016 tour. We France and Belgium to commemorate is self-funded but has the support of the will again be participating in the nightly the last battles of World War I in which National and State Returned & Services commemoration service at the Menin Gate Australian Diggers were involved. League of Australia and of the Department in Ypres. Commemorations are also planned The Great War of 1914-1918 has had an of Veterans Affairs to use the title ANZAC, for Villers-Bretonneux where the Australian enduring impact on the national identities until November 2018. National Memorial is located and on which of Australian and New Zealand and the is listed the names of the 10,982 Australians Centenary of ANZAC (2014-2018) is an Honour and remember killed in France who have no known grave. important period of national commemoration those who fought and died We will also be playing at Pheasants Wood of those who fought and especially those who Our aim during the final year of Centenary of Military Cemetery close to Fromelles and at died in the service of their country. At the ANZAC is for the Combined RSL Centenary High Tree Cemetery at Montbrehain, where beginning of 2014 a number of NSW RSL Pipe of ANZAC Pipes & Drums to perform and the last two Diggers to die on the Western V&A Dundee welcomes the world a free two-day celebration of design, music and performance that will mark the opening of V&A Dundee. The festival will continue on Saturday 15 September with a day dedicated to celebrating great creative talent from across Dundee, with performances from up-and- coming Dundee musicians, a mass participation choral collaboration, and specially designed hands-on makerspace workshops. Gary Clark, former Danny Wilson frontman, will also join the 3D Festival line-up with a very special performance. The Saturday event is free and not ticketed, giving everyone the his month the first visitors to V&A to experience what it would have been reach the upper floor of the museum. A chance to get involved in the celebrations. Dundee will pass through the doors. like to step on-board one of these great response to the V&A’s remarkable collections Up to 20,000 people from Dundee, But what are they going to see when ‘floating palaces’ of the past. of Scottish design, Ciara’s site-specific Scotland and around the world are expected they open on 15 September? Join installation will draw on research into textile to attend the two-day festival which will Tus on a whistlestop tour of what you can Scottish design histories and Scottish ceramic production. take place next to V&A Dundee in the city’s expect when you visit V&A Dundee. The Michelin Design Gallery will showcase Alongside all of this, a visit to V&A waterfront park space, Slessor Gardens. First up: exhibitions. The Scottish contemporary design talent through Dundee could also include dropping into V&A Dundee opens on Saturday 15 Design Galleries will be the heart of our fast-changing installations by emerging the dynamic learning spaces, designed September 2018, for details see: new museum and will explore Scotland’s designers and creative projects developed to accommodate visitors of all ages and www.vandadundee.org design landscape, past, present and through our programme. The first of these backgrounds to learn from and participate in future. 300 amazing objects across a will be a Scottish Design Relay exhibition, design creativity; a design residency studio range of disciplines will explore the presenting design prototypes created where designers will share work-in-progress everyday relevance of design, as well as the by young people in communities across with visitors; a multi-purpose auditorium for processes which underpin it. V&A Dundee Scotland from Orkney to Govan during the conferences, design jams and community is kicking off their ambitious international pre-opening national project. Temporary events; a café and shop; and a restaurant programme of touring exhibitions, exhibitions and permanent galleries with spectacular views from its open terrace showcasing the very best of design from will be complemented by exciting new over RRS Discovery and the River Tay. around the world, with Ocean Liners: commissions and installations, supporting Speed and Style. The first major V&A show and showcasing emerging creative talent. A 3D Festival exhibited in Scotland, it re-imagines the new work by Turner Prize-nominated artist Legendary Scottish rockers Primal golden age of ocean travel. You will be able Ciara Phillips will welcome visitors as they Scream will headline the 3D Festival,

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Scotspeak is a selection of quotes which made headlines in SCOTSPEAK Scotland last month on a variety of current Scottish affairs. “These record figures are great news for the 51-minute journey time from Edinburgh the 2018 British Travel Awards (BTA) and evolution of modern art. Reinstating the industry and great news for Scotland. Scotch and Glasgow to be cut by up to a fifth. Edinburgh Castle is again in the running whole of the original decorative scheme whisky distilleries have invested - and continue Thanks to their high-quality Japanese to claim the title of the Best UK Heritage so far as is possible, relighting it and to invest - hugely in providing world-class engineering, these trains have the best Attraction. Edinburgh Castle is the providing interpretation will also celebrate visitor facilities at their sites all over Scotland, 0-60mph acceleration of any in Scotland.” number one paid-for visitor attraction in and provide public access to a historic and they are collaborating in establishing Scotland. Last year for the first time, over moment in the history of toleration in Karen Boswell, managing director of Hitachi new whisky trails and finding new ways of 2 million people visited; a record 15% Scotland and of the nation’s churches.” Rail Europe, said as the first of a new batch telling the story of Scotch to British and foreign increase on the previous year. The castle of electric ScotRail trains started running Edinburgh University art historian Duncan visitors alike. We will continue to work closely has been nominated for a BTA before and on the busy Glasgow to Edinburgh route. MacMillan said as delicate work on the and collaboratively with tourist organisations, previously won four times in a row, in Manufacturer Hitachi is building a total of ceiling of St Patrick’s Roman Catholic local councils and the Scottish Government 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014. The deadline 70 new class 385 trains for the rail operator. Church in Edinburgh to uncover a 200 to ensure that Scotland’s tourists have a to cast votes is 30 September 2018. The The trains are greener, light, spacious and year old work. The Ascension of The Lord, memorable time visiting our country and 2018 BTA Winners will be announced in modern and will cut travel time down painted in 1774 by Alexander Runciman, experiencing all it has to offer.” London on 28 November 2018. on Scotland’s busiest rail route to just is considered one of the most significant Karen Betts, Scotch Whisky Association 42 minutes while also adding a boosted “It came with a little note saying ‘I thought works of the Scottish Enlightenment and chief executive, said that record numbers capacity by more than 17,200 seats a day. you might want this back because it’s slightly is slowly being uncovered at the church off of people are visiting Scottish whisky overdue’. We put it online and the story has the city’s historic Royal Mile. distilleries. 2017 figures are up over 11% been shared far and wild. There was a lot with 1.9 million people visiting a Scottish of excitement from our staff. It’s not a first distillery during their stay in Scotland. edition, it’s a 14th edition, but it’s by J.M. Visitors came from across the UK and Barrie, the author of Peter Pan. If it inspires the world with the highest international a couple of more people to return slightly numbers coming from Germany, USA, overdue books then who knows. It would be India, China and Japan. Scotland has 122 fascinating to know where the book’s been all Scotch distilleries across the country. that time - perhaps it’s gone from family to family and eventually ended up in this charity shop. It’s just fate that’s made it its way back here after all this time. At the moment it seems in Scotland that we might hold the record, but if anyone has any older returned books then we’d love to know about it.” “This nomination is a huge vote of Dallas King, events and programme officer “A name change immediately identifies confidence in Edinburgh Castle’s high- at Aberdeen Central Library said a copy of the airport with one of the biggest draws quality exhibitions, fascinating history, A Window in Thrums by Peter Pan author, to the region for tourism. Loch Ness is professional staff and incredible views of J.M. Barrie was returned after 64 years. It iconic across the globe.” the city. If we were to win, this award would is believed to be the most overdue book Stewart Nicol, Inverness Chamber of build on a fantastic year for the castle - we returned in Scotland, beating an overdue Commerce chief executive, said as inverness have experienced another record-breaking book returned last year to a Orkney library “When passengers step on board this first Airport considers changing its name to season, with more people coming through 43 years later. The book was found in a train they’ll find it light, spacious and Inverness Loch Ness Airport. The suggestion the castle gates than ever before.” charity shop in London and posted back to modern with loads more seats - up to 130 has been put forward by some community the Aberdeen Central Library. extra compared to the existing diesel trains. Edinburgh Castle Executive Manager, tourism and business leaders who want And there is more to come. Our UK factory Nick Finnigan, said as Edinburgh Castle “If the Ascension can be recovered and the to associate the airport with the iconic is working tirelessly to deliver the rest was nominated for UK’s Best Heritage whole scheme restored, it will give us back Loch ness and help generate interest from of the fleet, which will allow the current Attraction award. Voting has opened for a work of art that has a central place in the international tourists, especially from Asia.

CLUES ACROSS 1) Scotsmen’s shirts (5) SCOTWORD 4) Upper edge of ship’s side (6) Well that’s a puzzle! In the our August issue the incorrect crossword map 8) Kirk divider (5) was placed in error. Please find the complete and correct one this month. 9 ) Impart knowledge (9) If you are really stuck, the answers can be found on page 23! 11) Powerful whirlpool (9) 1 2 3 4 5 6 12) Most westerly Island of Inner Hebrides (5) 7 13) It’s the pits! (9) 16) Precious stones (5) 8 9 10 18) Clay pigment (5) 19) Many inhabit the Hebrides (9) 21) Under the doctor (5)23) 23) Highlander’s weapon (9) 11 12 26) He looks after the reserves (9) 27) Representation (5) 28) Nation across the Channel (6) 29) The untrue image of the Scot 13 14 15 16 17 CLUES DOWN 1) Found over the Border (9) 2) Smokes in Scotland (5) 18 19 20 3) Agitate in old Scots (5) 4) Object of games entrants (4, 5) 5) Go to bed in it (9) 6) Participate in (5) 21 22 23 24 25 7) Dark Scot on the road (6) 10) Scots vegetables(5) 14) Recognised by secret signs (9) 15) Auld Reekie (8) 26 27 17) He’s Sandy for short (9) 18) Wise young flier (5) 20) An Australian lady (6) 22) Shout of approval (5) 28 29 24) The end of a Scots thread (5) 25) Young wool suppliers (5)

The Scottish Banner • September 2018 • Page 7 THE SCOTTISH BANNER WHAT’S IN A NAME? By: Ron Dempsey Have a name that has you stumped? Scottish Banner readers can send in their name queries direct to Ron via the Scottish Banner via our website at www.scottishbanner.com/contact-us, by post or email: [email protected]. Ron will do his best to help you with your name query and may just add that extra piece to your genealogy puzzle.

There are interesting historical events Clan badge: A golden battlement of a that happened in every month of the year castle. Issuing from there a demi warrior and September is no different. Here are all in natural colours, in his right hand three that stand out for me. holding sword with a hilt and golden On the 9th September, 1513, the pommel, while his left hand holds a green infamous Battle of Flodden was fought fringed flag with an antique golden crown. where James IV was killed with a goodly Clan motto: Monte alto meaning on a amount of the Scottish nobility, who high mountain. became known as the flower of Scotland. There is a Mowat tartan. James led his army against troops of Henry VIII of England. Since Henry had invaded Horses France, James thought that this was a good Looking at today’s highways and byways, time to show the French support of the Auld we see so many vehicles all of descriptions Alliance that Scotland had with France. The and with so many purposes. They include outcome was disaster. An interesting side containers trucks or lorries, vans, sport note to this event was that James’s widow utility vehicles right down to the family was Margaret Tudor, sister of Henry VIII. car. The size of the vehicle indicates Thirty years later to the day, James IV’s the amount horsepower needed in the granddaughter Mary Queen of Scots was engines. Going back one hundred and crowned as Queen of Scotland at Stirling twenty years and even more recently, Scotland’s love of horses, which can be found on our surnames. Castle in 1543. horsepower had a different meaning in Lastly, a sombre event a little closer that it was really a horse or horses that epending on where you live in wife and I have a little den where we to our memories was the Auchengeich supplied it. this world, September brings like sit in our easy chairs to read, listen mining disaster, where 47 men lost their Horses and ponies were the main in the Spring or Autumn music or watch a little television and lives September 18, 1959. There have been means of conveyance and cartage season. It is a time of climate each of us has a throw. Hers is a Camel many horrendous mining events and throughout Scotland. Everything from the Dtransition and the evenings can be cool Thomson and mine is a Royal Stewart. disasters over the centuries in Scotland big horses pulling the drays from breweries and there’s nothing like a wool throw to We don’t like the idea of the coming cold but this one was a little closer to home to pony pulling the ragman’s cart. More wrap around one’s self to take away the season but do like the idea that we can for me. This colliery was near Chryston well to do families may have had a carriage chill. A throw that is tartan and made in wrap our throws around us if needed. in Cadder parish just outside Glasgow. to travel about the country, while a country Scotland are the only acceptable choice It’s always good to have another reason Although, I was small boy at the time, farmer travelled with a pony and cart. for one to feel even warmer. My dear to wear tartan. what made this event so poignant was an Horses were such an integral part adjacent colliery nearby known formally of daily life and commerce so much so as Western Auchengeich. The locals knew that they made their impact on Scottish it as the Lumloch for the community it names. Anything to do with horses, New evidence of ancient settlements was situated. My father worked at the their care and their accoutrements often Lumloch and would have probably known showed in surnames. spotted from Scotland’s skies many of those men that were lost. The obvious one was Smith and in the fields, against a backdrop of long- Not to take anything away from the a variety names from that name, infilled rivers and streams which tell the solemnity of this event, I have to say I have Smithyman, Smithson. The smith or story of Scotland’s landscape. always loved the sounds of Lumloch and blacksmith was an iron processor who Auchengeich. I mean they are such a good made shoes for the horses to protect their New archaeological sites Scottish sounding names in the same feet on long journeys. The rest of horse Dave Cowley, Aerial Survey Project Manager ranks as Ecclefechan and Auchenshuggle. furniture and pieces, which included bits, at Historic Environment Scotland, said: spurs and stirrups were manufactured by “Aerial surveys of Scotland have been Mouat a lorimer. Lorimer, sometimes Lorrimer carried out since the 1930s, with each An interesting email was received from is a surname that has been recorded in year usually adding a little more to the Marina Farrell of Perth, Western Australia. Scotland since the twelfth century under Heatwave reveals Scotland’s past patchwork of our knowledge. We depend on Marina has an unusual ancestry in that the reign of William the Lion (1165-1214). through crop marks. dry years to bring out the buried remains in she is both Burmese and Scottish in her An obvious horse profession would the crops, so we are currently out hunting background. Family stories has her great be the saddler, for the person who rop marks showing ancient for new clues from the skies while the good grandfather James Mouat thought to be made saddles, again a name of great settlements and Roman weather lasts. The conditions this year are from the Shetlands travelling to Burma antiquity in Scotland. A Michael fortifications, which are showing us many sites that we knew were to purchase teak. There he met and Saddeler of Roxboroughshire received a otherwise hidden under the there, but may not have seen in recent married a Burmese lady, Marina’s great royal grant in 1330. Cplough soil, are being documented by damp summers, as well as revealing new grandmother. Now Marina would like to Lastly, place names honouring horses Historic Environment Scotland(HES). archaeological sites that add to our ability know more about the Mouat name. are found in surnames. Horseburgh, Newly discovered sites revealed by to see into the past to tell Scotland’s story.” Spellings of the name include Mowat, from lands in Peebleshire. Horsley, an HES’ aerial survey team during the Historic Environment Scotland’s Mowatt, and Mouatt. The surname arrived ancient family in Lanarkshire, which recent warm weather include Iron aerial survey team search Scotland in Scotland in the 12th century in the probably originated from a place Age souterrains in the Borders – a rare from the sky in order to understand and train of David I, when he returned from named Horsley in Northumberland. find in this part of Scotland – and a record Scotland’s historic environment, England. First of the name was Robert These are two prominent ones that go Roman temporary camp. The camp was and have discovered and recorded more de Mont Alto. It is of Norman French back to the 13th century. discovered within the known Roman than 9,000 buried sites todate. origin and was originally Monthault or Associated trades and consequently complex of sites at Lyne near Peebles and high mountain. It was written in Latin surnames that were a result of vehicles adds to the significance of the complex, as Montealto, this Robert held lands pulled by horses included Carter, which already includes two forts and two in Angus shire. His progeny flourished Waggoner or Wagner. Persons who made additional temporary camps. under subsequent Scottish kings, for the those vehicles were Wainwright and even The extensive marks form as the crops next few centuries. The name seems to more specialized Wheelwright. respond to dry conditions and have have moved north to Caithness and the With this impressive list of names, it is allowed the team to document known Orkneys and the Shetlands. an indication of the many things we owe to sites that have not been visible for many A souterrain or Iron Age The Shetlands was the origin of Ms. the noble horse. years. Iron Age burials, Neolithic pits and underground passage. Farrell’s great grandfather, where local We hope you enjoy your month and as prehistoric settlements are all marked out dialect pronounces it as “Mode.” always we love hearing from you.

Page 8 • The Scottish Banner • September 2018 THE SCOTTISH BANNER Designed for the Senses Food and drink in Scotland’s Tay Country gin distillery are the latest additions to the research, food and drink has a place not city’s food and drink offer. just in the agriculture and business of The Unique Arbroath Smokie : The Perthshire, but also its culture. The area Arbroath Smokie is one of Scotland’s best has nurtured a number of Scotland’s top loved traditional fish delicacies. Taking its chefs and led to the rebirth of the country’s name from a fishing town in Angus it has farmers’ markets over a decade ago, been on the menu for a thousand years. providing a vital showcase that has allowed Arbroath Smokies are hot-smoked, making local producers to flourish and grow. them ready to eat straight from the smoker. Gin from the Glens: The award-winning A culinary delight exclusive to Arbroath, Gin Bothy is distilled by hand in the glorious the Smokie is protected under European glens of Angus by Kim Cameron and her Law as a ‘Protected Geographical Location’ small team following an ethos that’s grounded with the same regard as that maintained in the Slow Food movement. The seasonal for Parma Ham and Champagne. production calendar starts with Raspberry Fife – a food lover’s paradise: Blessed and Blueberry gins, then moves into Rhubarb, with a fabulous natural larder, Fife Chilli (made from Fife grown capsicums) offers an entire menu from coastline to and their extremely special Amaretto and Arbroath Smokies. countryside and boasts two Michelin star Mulled gin. Their fruit is sourced less than five restaurants: The Cellar and The Peat Inn. miles away, in an area famous for the berries he East of Scotland is set to buzzing cultural cities to revitalising Visit and you’ll enjoy a feast of award- that are grown on its fertile land - and the become the most talked about beautiful beaches and serene silent glens. winning food and drink including Anster botanicals and grain spirit come from Glamis, UK destination of 2018, when cheese and of course freshly caught just seven miles along the road. the first V&A museum anywhere Get a taste for the seafood from the East Neuk. Lindores Tin the world outside London opens in region’s food and drink Abbey Distillery & Visitor Centre have Dundee. Stretching along the gentle Dining differently in Dundee: You won’t opened on the site of the first record of banks of the Tay to the foothills of the find an identikit high street in Dundee. The whisky distillation - 1494. Highlands, taking in the neighbouring thriving, contemporary food and drink Perthshire’s Larder: From the shores of regions of Dundee, Angus, Fife, Perth & scene is largely made up of independent Loch Leven to the heather-hued uplands Kinross – this is an area collectively rich in home-grown businesses, from cultured of the southern Highlands, Perthshire is a identity and culture, history and heritage cafes that double up as art and design region with deep traditions of good food and outstanding scenery. Visitors can look boutiques to Michelin recommended fine and drink. From the days of the cattle forward to experiencing a stimulating dining and pop-up street food markets. drovers and the first whisky distilleries Local Master Chef Jamie Scott. clash of culture meets countryside, from A new beer brewery and award winning to ground-breaking innovations in crop The National Wallace Monument to commemorate Battle of Stirling Bridge CANBERRA COLLEGE OF PIPING & DRUMMING PRESENTS performances from costumed actors portraying William Wallace and the Monument’s architect, J.T. Rochead. ANNUAL

An important date in the history of Stirling Speaking about the event, marketing co-ordinator Abby Richards says: “We’re really looking forward to welcoming guests to the Monument to take part in this unique experience. Our visitors will see a completely different side to the Monument, 6 October 2018 and will gain new insights into the life of William Wallace. 11th September will Free Entry always be an important date in the history of Stirling. 721 years ago the fields on either Saturday side of the River Forth became a battlefield, Pipe Band & Highland Dancing Championships 2018

where a skilful Scottish army overcame KAMBAH OVAL, KETT ST. 10AM – 5PM n exclusive evening event will its enemy, and the date also marks the MASSED PIPES HIGHLAND DANCING SCOTTISH STALLS TARTAN WARRIORS take place at The National anniversary of the opening of The National & DRUMS & CLAN TENTS & FOOD STALLS & MUCH MORE Wallace Monument in Stirling Wallace Monument, build to honour the to commemorate the Battle Scottish leader who came to be recognised Aof Stirling Bridge anniversary on 11th as the hero of the battle - William Wallace.” Scottish Ceilidh Night September. The ‘Knock on History’s The National Wallace Monument was Celtic Entertainment by ‘Mad Kelpie Playdate’

Door’ event will give visitors the chance opened in 1869 to commemorate the life of CANBERRA BURNS CLUB FROM 7:30PM – LATE to see the Monument in a new light as the Scottish patriot and martyr Sir William they explore the building. Guests will Wallace. The Battle of Stirling Bridge took SUPPORTED BY PROUDLY SPONSORED BY be invited to explore the Monument’s place on the 11th of September 1297 close galleries and exhibitions and take in the to the site where The National Wallace beautiful views from the crown. Monument stands today. 2019 will mark As they climb the 246 stairs to the the 150th anniversary of the opening of Monument’s summit, they will learn about the distinctive Stirling attraction. The William Wallace, his role in the Battle of celebrations will include an extended Stirling over 700 years ago, and the legacy programme of special events. that the Monument commemorates. The For more details see: evening event will also feature informative www.nationalwallacemonument.com

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Canberra Burns Club Highland Gathering 2018 Highland Games first time we will be holding a Kilted Dash cancelled in Scotland event, kindly sponsored by local company the Kilted Van. And at our Ceilidh event on due to heatwave the Saturday evening in the Burns Club, we will be staging a kitchen piping & drumming event, with anonymous judges being placed in the audience. This event is sure to provide wonderful, innovative entertainment for a part of the Ceilidh night. Our Ceilidh band for the evening is the exciting new local group Mad Kelpie Playdate. Each year we set ourselves the challenge of introducing new elements to the Gathering to keep it fresh he 8th Canberra Burns Club the Capital Spirit Drill Dancing Masters and entertaining.” Highland Gathering will be Team, local Canberra and Queanbeyan In being able to grow the event over the 8 held this year on Saturday 6 pipe bands, and this year for the first years since its inception, Athol paid special October at Kambah Oval No. 3 time a performance by Canberra’s Young thanks to the sponsors, some of which have Tin Canberra. This Highland Gathering Music Society concert band. been a part of the journey from the start. has continued to grow year on year and As was the case last year, the “A huge thank you to our naming rights this year is already shaping up to be the pipe band competition will be live sponsor, the Canberra Burns Club, to our ne of Scotland’s traditional biggest and best yet. The promoters of streamed by local Canberra company long term sponsors the ACT Government, Highland Games has been Photos courtesy of Canberra Highland Gathering/Kirstie Calder. Gathering/Kirstie Highland courtesy of Canberra Photos the Highland Gathering, the Canberra Screencraft. Expert commentary will Capital Honda, St Kilda Retail, the Scottish Oforced to cancel their event due College of Piping and Drumming, again be provided by Tyler Fry, the Accessories Shoppe and Highland Titles, weather, not however for rain or wind are expecting a record number of 80 world’s leading exponent of tenor ProBills Australia and the Kilted Van, and to but heat and sunshine. The recent vendor and clan stalls, more than 10 and bass drum playing and one of the our new sponsors R G Hardie and evoenergy, heatwave that has hit all of Britain over pipe bands competing in the ACT most knowledgeable and engaging our local ACT utility provider. Without the the last couple of months has forced Pipe Band Championships, and in personalities in the global pipe generous support and commitment of the Invercharron Highland Games in excess of 60 highland dancers in the band scene. Last year’s live stream these sponsors, we could simply not host an Sutherland in the Highlands to cancel Highland Dancing championship. The attracted almost 11,000 views across annual Highland Gathering.” this month’s event. Gathering will also feature a number of 35 countries. The College hopes to More details on the College and A statement on the Games website performances throughout the day by the build on that this year with the advent its activities can be found at: said; “It is with severe regret that the Tartan Warriors, the Federation Guard, of additional cameras and one or www.canberracollegepipesdrums.org Invercharron Highland Games has had two other innovations which will be to be cancelled this year. The farmer, introduced on the day. whose field we use, grows his winter feed hay crop in the field and because of Fresh and entertaining the exceptionally dry weather we have Athol Chalmers, President of the Canberra had, the crops are growing too slowly College of Piping & Drumming, is excited and as a result he will not be able to about a number of new additions to harvest before the games and the feed this year’s Gathering. “We are absolutely is urgently needed. There is not enough delighted that the famous R G Hardie from time for us to find another field nor Glasgow have agreed to come on board apply for a new Public Entertainment this year as a sponsor of the live stream. licence so we have no alternative other There are few more famous brands in the than to cancel this year.” pipe band world than R G Hardie, so to The Games plans to be back have them as part of the team this year is on track in 2019. very exciting for us. This year also for the Koala flies in to Edinburgh Zoo animals, so special care needs to to predators, including wild and be taken when transporting them. domestic dogs, and many are hit by They travel in the plane’s cabin and cars. As well as being members of not in the hold so keepers can easily the managed breeding programme make sure everything’s okay during for Queensland koalas, the Royal the flight. We are very excited to Zoological Society of Scotland makes have Tanami join us here at the zoo. regular contributions to support Koalas are a real favourite among conservation projects in Australia that our visitors and it’s great to see him help to rehabilitate sick and injured settling in well and enjoying his new koalas and release them back into the surroundings.” wild. Viewing will be restricted while Tanami is trading places with Tanami settles into his new home but Toorie, Edinburgh Zoo’s young male visitors can look forward to seeing him koala, who has returned to Duisburg in the coming weeks and months. Zoo. McGarry added: “Toorie will assengers on a plane from be missed by everyone here at Dusseldorf were surprised to be Edinburgh Zoo, but we are proud Psharing the cabin with a koala to see him playing his part in the bound for Edinburgh Zoo. Tanami, conservation of the species.” a 19-month-old Queensland koala Koala numbers are in decline who had his own seat on the flight to throughout the Eastern coast of Edinburgh Airport, travelled over 700 Australia where they naturally miles from Duisburg Zoo in Germany occur. 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By: Lady Fiona MacGregor Lady MacGregor’s Scotland Lady MacGregor of MacGregor – otherwise known as British broadcaster Fiona Armstrong. Fiona is currently news reading for the BBC, but she also leaves the studio to report on all matters Scottish. Fiona lives in Scotland with her husband, Chief of Clan MacGregor, Sir Malcolm MacGregor of MacGregor, and is also an active member of Clan Armstrong, so their lives are interwoven with all things tartan. The couple have moved from the borderlands to the lowlands, home is now a white tower house between Perth and Dundee, although filming and writing takes Fiona all over Scotland.

Menzies Castle in Perthshire is a former ruin. The seat of the Chiefs of Clan Menzies for 500 years, it was bought for a few hundred pounds in 1957 by the Menzies Clan Society and is real testament to what a determined clan society can do. Over the years this dedicated group has raised the money to help restore this spectacular sixteenth century stronghold. The banqueting hall, in particular, is magnificent. The massive stone walls and staircases remind us of how the place was built for defence. A charitable trust now runs the castle which contains a clan museum. And now, along with the Menzies memorabilia, there are items of MacGregor history. Yes, at long last, the MacGregors have found a home for their treasures – and at mighty Menzies Castle, too. A special ceremony takes place during our clan week. Frank McGregor is the chief’s representative in Australia. He is the Lieutenant and High Commissioner for Clan Gregor down under - and this Frank McGregor Lieutenant and High Commissioner for Australia being presented with the involves presenting him with the chief’s Chief’s flag by Sir Malcolm MacGregor of Macgregor at the Loch Awe Hotel in Argyll. flag, or ‘pinsel’. He will be able to fly this at Highland Games when the chief is reetings from Scotland where the plants needing water! However, the wet This iconic arts event – now in its 71st not present – and here you can see the rain is back on. Yes, we spoke too weather does not seem to have deterred year – goes from strength to strength. other Australians that came over with soon and perhaps complained the nearly half million people attending Visitor numbers to The Fringe, as it’s Frank for this year’s gathering. Particular just a little too much about the annual Edinburgh Festival. known, just seem to keep rising which is thanks go to the younger ones who helped G great news for the Scottish economy. But Clan Gregor hold its head up during the you have to plan your trip. The chief and I Lochearnhead Games tug of war! We didn’t travel up the Scottish capital to soak in the win, but you did a great job. Did you know? Callendar House atmosphere and meet friends for lunch and there is not a spare seat on the train… Lieutenant James Tait Later in the month there is a more poignant task in my role as Lord Lieutenant The four-yearly MacGregor – and that is to attend the unveiling of a commemorative stone to a heroic Gathering has come and gone, soldier. Lieutenant James Tait was born with more than a hundred in Dumfries in 1886. He trained as a civil engineer and married Jessie Spiers Aitken clansmen and women arriving in from California. In February 1916 he joined the Canadian Expeditionary force, serving Scotland from all over the world. with the 78th (Winnipeg Grenadiers) Battalion during World War One. In August 1918 he died in action in France. Still, we are youngish (!) – and we ‘For conspicuous bravery and initiative in can stand for the hour or so it takes to attack’ James Tait was awarded the Victoria get there. You need stamina because Cross. He dashed forward to disable an Edinburgh buzzes at this time of enemy machine gun. Then, inspired by his year. There are thousands of shows at example, his men rushed German positions Photo: VisitScotland/ Paul Tomkins. Paul VisitScotland/ Photo: hundreds of venues with performances and captured twelve machine guns and • Callendar House dates from the • The stone walls of the House were taking place in swimming pools and twenty prisoners. Although mortally 14th century. made with lime mortar, reusing shops, porches and parks. Just walk down wounded by a shell James Tait continued to the street and you’ll see a feast of fun: • Mary, Queen of Scots, Bonnie Neolithic oyster shells. aid and direct until his death. His V.C is held jugglers and living statues, pavement Prince Charlie, and Oliver • Callendar House has featured in the in Glenbow Museum Calgary, Canada. artists and folk on stilts. The Fringe is one The pipes play. Wreaths are laid. There is Cromwell are just some of the hit TV series Outlander. of the most exciting arts events in the a prayer for peace. Then the Canadian Army historical figures who have • The House’s permanent displays world. But come with sensible walking Liaison officer. Lt. Colonel Timothy Partello, stayed here. are The Story of Callendar House, shoes – and perhaps an umbrella. th unveils the stone to show this lasting tribute • Callendar House was the seat of a history covering the 11 to the to one of Scotland’s brave sons. th power in the Falkirk area for almost 19 centuries, The Antonine Wall, MacGregor Gathering And finally, to the Royal Edinburgh a thousand years. Rome’s Northern Frontier, and It has been a busy few weeks. The four- Military Tattoo. For we have been to that, too. Falkirk: Crucible of Revolution 1750- • The House is located in the yearly MacGregor Gathering has come Invited as guests; first to a banquet in the 1850, tells how the local area was Royal Gallery. Then taken into the Royal Box middle of the 170 acre Callendar and gone, with more than a hundred transformed during the first century clansmen and women arriving in to watch the show. ‘The Sky’s the Limit’ is Park in Falkirk. of the industrial era. Scotland from all over the world. They the theme – and we are treated to drummers • The Roman Antonine Wall runs • Callendar House spent 20 years base themselves in Argyllshire and from from Switzerland and dancers from Mexico. directly in front of the House. empty, boarded up and neglected, there, visit the islands, Iona and Staffa. The Czech Armed Forces are there, as are • Callendar House at one time had but in the 1980s it was given a new There are the Lochearnhead Games to the Omani pipers. And not forgetting the more glass in its facade than any lease of life as home to Falkirk attend - and there is a fabulous dinner massed pipe bands. Sheer brilliance, all of it. house in Scotland. Council’s museum service. at Menzies Castle. All in all, a busy Scottish month…

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Australian Jim Stoddart was born in a Glasgow Tenement and raised in a Glasgow Housing Scheme 1943-1965. Jim will be KINGS CASTLES AND taking readers on a trip down memory lane, of a time and place that will never be the same again, and hopes even if only a “DURTY” WEE RASCALS few people in the Scot’s Diaspora have a dormant folk memory awakened, then he shall be more than delighted.

workshop added to one end of the house. views of Loch Fyne and watched for A fireplace and a range were packed and the 1 o’clock steamer beating its way shipped from Greenock in a wooden box and up to Inverary, lay a large stone with drawn up the hill to Dergbruaich by Archie a cup marking scribed on it. It was Munro’s horse, along the same steep path most probably the top half of a fallen that we had just climbed. standing stone, the other broken half Apparently the installation of the very likely to have been used at a later fireplace proved to be more difficult than date as part of the foundation of the envisioned when a large stone proved cottage. About 500 yards from the impossible to be cut or chipped away cottage and on the right of the path and had to be removed instead. It was to Ascog lay another ancient Bronze thought by the more fainthearted in the Age stone, at least 3,000 years old. This family that the stone’s removal might stone had thirty-one small cups and weaken the structure of the wall so that the one large ring marking scribed upon it. house might fall down. Jean’s granny, for Practically nothing is known one, could not bear to watch as she held about the purpose and significance her breath while the stone was carefully of these cup and ring markings, removed. Nevertheless, all went well and (they are abundant in Cowal), except at a later date a wood burning fire was that it has been noted that these brought and fitted into the bedroom. and various standing stones cluster but we do know that he got sunburned and Even in 1959, when I first went there, around Kilfinnan, Ardmarnock and Dergbruaich that Granny’s remedy and cure was to cover men and boys staying at the house went to the Ardlamont areas on the East side Leaving those men, whose hearts his skin in sour milk and that Davie was not the hills for the toilet and left the chemical of Loch Fyne, where copper occurs are hearths that have no fire, impressed with his treatment. The following toilet for the women to use. The males naturally in the ground, and across from two years were spent on holiday in a cottage washed in the clean waters of the burn the Kilmartin region which was pre- My greetings westward go to at Ascog and then for four years in one of that ran a few yards in front of the cottage eminent in Bronze Age times. On later lovely long Kintyre. the cottages down the hill at Portavadie. as people inhabiting this place must have walks during our fortnight’s holiday, we ‘Kintyre’, Wind on Loch Fyne It was there that Granny Simpson heard done for hundreds if not thousands of were to visit a pair of standing stones (1948) by George Campbell Hay. about Dergbruaich being available to rent years before. I say that because evidence near Low Stillaig which have been found on an annual basis. of very ancient human activity at to line up with a particular hill across e were all ushered into When they first saw the little crofter’s Dergbruaich was very much close by. Loch Fyne in Knapdale. When we stood Dergbruaich to have a meal with cottage, the house and byre was still built of next to them and looked around it was Jean’s family and to be told the uncovered stones and had a floor of soil and Bronze Age stone easy to see, that no matter what their history of the house. The earliest a roof of tar and pitch with thatch on the Outside the cottage and behind the mysterious purpose might be, there was Wrecord of the little settlement of Dergbruaich byre, but they knew that this was the place seat where Thomas Simpson and a significance in the siting of these and dates from 1472 and was mentioned on an where they wanted to spend their summers Jeanie Campbell, Jean’s grandfather other such ancient monuments down at inventory of Lamont papers at that time. In in their retirement. The water supply for and grandmother, took in the fine this beautiful place, Portavadie, Argyll. the 15th century there were very few stone cooking and washing was taken in buckets buildings in Scotland apart from churches, from a natural spring that lay behind the castles and the homes of the rich. Up until cottage and there was water that ran into that time the settlement of Dergbruaich a rain barrel to a small chemical toilet would have consisted of some very basic attached to the gable of the byre. In 1933 the houses and structures, mainly built of turf. cottage was rented as a holiday home for an Dergbruaich’s associated lands at that time annual rent of one pound and ten shillings SCOTTISH reached down to the shore and along the and a visitor’s book was begun to record adjoining path that we had just walked up everyone’s first night’s stay at Dergbruaich. ACCESSORIES SHOPPE along. The two surviving cottages, including this cottage of the Simpson’s, dated from a Ancient human activity KILT HIRE much later time, around 1700. Then began many years of hard work to make further improvements to the basic Stone built houses cottage. Jean’s uncle, David Simpson, An exact date was unknown but small was a slater and plasterer by trade and he villages and townships of stone built houses mortared the house and byre inside and generally came into existence in Scotland out. Another uncle, Tommy McLaren, and between 1700 and 1750. This cottage, called David Simpson laid a concrete floor in the Lower Dergbruaich in documentation, kitchen and main room using sand from had original features such as a large open the shore. 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By: David McVey The Magic of the Theatre plasterwork. The front of house is nearly brand-new, bright and welcoming, and includes heritage and history displays. Its best-known ghost, who moans eerily in the upper circle, is known as Nora and is said to have been a former cleaning lady who longed to be an actress. If that sounds like a character in a play, it probably is; a character of that name featured in a play called A Life of Pleasure here in 1894. Perhaps, as tales grew in the telling, Nora simply decided to stay.

Yes, theatres have a touch of magic and they need it given the ever-present threat of fire and competition from cinema and TV and gaming and the internet. Yet as we’ve seen, there are some remarkable The Citizens’ Theatre, Glasgow. theatres out there still, they Photo: Glasgow Life. are changing, improving and in some cases re-opening after heatres are magical places. My to Scotland by its golf courses) were and the Pavilion. The Citizens’ Theatre, first theatre experiences were both familiar to Glasgow audiences. A new perhaps Scotland’s leading producing being left for dead. at the King’s Theatre in Glasgow; English comedian who thought he was theatre, is neither historic nor lovely from The Magic of Francie and Josie the business, but wasn’t, had no chance. the outside; it looks like a larger version Twith Jack Milroy and Rikki Fulton as the However, the likes of Morecambe and Wise of the nearby Bridge Street Underground eponymous Glasgow chancers and then were always warmly received in Glasgow, Station. Yet the theatre dates back to 1878; Glasgow’s King’s Theatre nowadays is a touring production of A Midsummer and the late lamented Ken Dodd was a it was known as Her Majesty’s and then best-known for musicals and larger-scale Night’s Dream which featured Linda particular favourite. When the Alhambra the Princess Theatre before becoming amateur productions, but when it was Thorson - Tara King from The Avengers! closed in 1969 (six years after the Empire) the Citizens’ in 1945. The present exterior new it specialised in Shakespeare and Another part of the magic is the theatre the last act to appear was Cilla Black. If dates only from 1989 but happily the dramatisations of the works of Sir Walter building. Some modern theatres in English acts were good, they had nothing interior of the theatre is largely intact. Scott; hence both of these playwrights spectacular locations do impress - think to fear in Glasgow. Statues of Burns, Shakespeare and the appear as heads carved in relief on the of the rep theatres in Pitlochry or just over By my teenage years both the Alhambra Four Muses, formerly on the original building’s exterior. The King’s dates the border in Keswick - but it’s the older and the Empire had been replaced by facade, are now in the foyer. The Citz from 1904 and was designed by the buildings that really move us. hideous office blocks but, more recently, has perhaps Glasgow’s biggest bag of theatre architect par excellence, Frank thanks to the efforts of volunteers, a theatre ghosts (for theatres do seem to Matcham. Its interior is wonderfully Glasgow forgotten gem has been rediscovered. The be haunted hotspots). The best-known ornate and performing in front of the Glasgow has lost many historic theatres, Britannia Music Hall in Argyle Street was Citz spook is said to be a female front-of- three horseshoe tiers was memorably none more missed than the much-loved the location of Stan Laurel’s first public house manager from its early years, who described by Billy Connolly as ‘like variety venues, the Alhambra and the performance. It opened in 1857, closed committed suicide by jumping from the singing inside a wedding cake’. Empire. The Empire had a fearsome in 1939 and until recently was almost dress circle. Of course, similar stories cling reputation amongst visiting English forgotten, yet it remained largely intact to just about every theatre. Edinburgh comedians. But Glasgow audiences were and is believed to be the world’s oldest If you leave the Citz for the handy In Edinburgh, for a month of the year, not ignorant savages who liked chucking surviving music hall. An energetic trust run Bridge Street Underground Station, and virtually anywhere in the city can be things at the English; rather, they were the venue and hold various events there, get an inner circle train, by the time you’re turned into a theatre. Year-round, used to the best. Danny Kaye, Gene Kelly, including open days. Go and see! travelling between Buchanan Street and though, its best-known theatres are Bob Hope, Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby Among the surviving theatres in Cowcaddens Stations, you are actually the King’s and the Festival Theatres. and many other US legends (often drawn Glasgow are the King’s, the Theatre Royal rumbling beneath the Theatre Royal. If The King’s hosts mainly touring you’re at a play in the theatre you will often productions (often picking them up hear the rumbling of a train during quieter where Glasgow’s Theatre Royal left spells in the drama. No doubt actors used off) and is a charming and off-beat to London’s West End take this in their building with lots of odd corners and stride. There’s been a theatre of some byways, including a curious near- kind here since 1867 but the original was underground café/bar. It could be one destroyed by Glasgow’s curse, fire, in 1879. of the older, more characterful corners The present building itself suffered fires in of London’s West End. 1895 and 1970. By the third conflagration, the building was in use as the studios of Scottish Television but over 1974-5 the building was transformed back into a working theatre designed as the new home of Scottish Opera, which it remains today. The Theatre Royal is also home to Scottish Ballet and many prestigious touring theatre productions. It’s a hotchpotch of a The Theatre Royal, Glasgow. building now, after its many remodellings The Festival Theatre, Edinburgh. but the auditorium has wonderful ornate

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The King’s (Edinburgh version) was a Frank Matcham construction, the opened in 1906 (a year earlier, at the Empire Palace of Varieties. In 1994, the Armadale hosts Scottish Knees Up! ground-breaking, no less a figure façade of the Empire was demolished than Andrew Carnegie was present). and the modern facilities, including the Originally there were four levels of ultra-modern glass frontage, substituted, seating (another wedding cake, then) but but at the same time the auditorium was this was reduced to three in the 1950s. also restored with attention to detail and It was originally largely a variety theatre authenticity. You can always tell people who but drama and musicals rule the roost are at the Festival Theatre for the first time; now. The painting on the domed ceiling they pass through into the auditorium, was commissioned from the famous expecting a bland, soulless modern space Scottish artist and playwright John and it shows in their faces when they see Byrne, and dates only from 2013. something quite different. The Festival Theatre is a top venue for events during the official Festival (rather Dumfries Members of The Coastal Scottish Pipe Band than the Fringe) and hosts many top The Theatre Royal in Dumfries opened in at the Armadale Highland Gathering. touring plays and musicals during the 1792 and among the people who wrote rest of the year. It looks like a relatively pieces for performance in its early days modern arrival with its shiny glass was a local lad called Robert Burns. Yes, mbrace your Scottish heritage at themselves in Scottish culture while exterior. As you go inside the impression that one. Edmund Kean acted on its stage the City of Armadale’s Highland enjoying some free family fun. “Our annual continues, with a bright, clean front- and JM Barrie, no mean playwright in his Gathering and Perth Kilt Run at Kilt Run is the only one of its kind in Perth, of-house area with a pleasant café. But maturity, regularly attended the Theatre Minnawarra Park on Sunday 9 and delivers a great time for all runners, once you enter the auditorium, you step Royal when he was at school in the town. ESeptember between 8.30am and 4.30pm. whether they are serious about their stride, right back into the history of theatre, a In due course it became a cinema but Highlights include a pipe band and or just keen to get a kilt on and have a space of red and gold beauty. that closed its doors in 1954. However, the highland dancing competition, as well as go,” Mayor Zelones said. There is a small The Festival Theatre began life as the Theatre Royal was bought by the Guild of heavy events, meet and greet with Scottish registration fee for the Perth Kilt Run of $10 Empire Theatre in 1928 - but was built on a Players in 1959 and restored as a working dogs, a medieval fair, and a clan village for adults, $8 for seniors and $5 for youth. site that had been a theatre of sorts for more theatre. The building has been renovated where you can research your own Scottish Kids under 12 years are free and kilts are than a century. Its immediate predecessor and repaired and extended so that it’s now family history. available to purchase from $25. a marvellous mixture of the traditional The event kicks off with the Perth Kilt Armadale Highland Gathering promises and the up-to-date. But it’s a genuine Run, presented by Roleystone-Karragullen to draw a large crowd, and in addition to Georgian theatre still and there aren’t Community Bank Branch of Bendigo the activity areas, the event will feature a many of them around. Bank, involving 2.5 and 5-kilometre routes Scottish tavern, live entertainment and a Yes, theatres have a touch of magic and around Armadale’s City Centre where host of food and speciality stalls. For those they need it given the ever-present threat runners don a kilt. Part proceeds will be lovers of furry friends, there will also be of fire and competition from cinema and donated to local charities. dog agility demonstrations at the meet TV and gaming and the internet. Yet as and greet area, and for the children, they we’ve seen, there are some remarkable One of its kind in Perth can enjoy free boffer sword fighting, face theatres out there still, they are changing, Mayor Henry Zelones OAM, JP said the painting and mini golf. The Theatre Royal, Dumfries. improving and in some cases re-opening annual event is popular amongst residents To find out more or to register for the Perth after being left for dead. and visitors alike, where they can immerse Kilt Run, visit www.perthkiltrun.com.au Jacobites descend on Fort George for Outlander inspired event

A Jacobite stands at the entry to Fort George.

Kings and Clansmen transports visitors back to 17th and 18th century Scotland. acobites descended on Fort George watched the Highland lass try to escape in August as the Outlander-inspired the clutches of the redcoat captain. Kings and Clansmen event took place Jfor the first time. The Jacobite soldiers Fort George shared their stories based on the tales that Fort George, one of over 70 staffed Historic inspired the Outlander novels. Visitors Scotland attractions managed by Historic travelled through the history of the risings Environment Scotland (HES), was built in as they visited the three living history the wake of the Battle of Culloden as a secure camps, starting in 1689 at the Battle of base for King George II’s army. It is one of the Killiecrankie, before moving through to most outstanding fortifications in Europe and the Battle of Sherrifmuir in 1715 and the has served the British Army for over 250 years. infamous Battle of Culloden in 1746. Gillian Urquhart, Events Manager at HES, Visitors also learned Jacobite songs, said: “The Jacobite Risings played an important poetry, and secret Jacobite symbols, part in Scotland’s history, and where better to handled a real Claymore sword and host Kings and Clansmen than the fortress that watched the fearsome Highland charge. was built as a defence against the Jacobites? Claire the Herbalist was also on hand This event promises to be a great day out for to explain which herbs were used for families, history buffs, and Outlander fans alike healing on the battlefield during Jacobite as they hear stories from the soldiers, meet times. There was an action-packed ‘Age Claire the herbalist and watch the Jacobites take of the Jacobites’ arena performance, on the rival redcoats for control of the land.” inspired by Outlander, where visitors Outlander Season 4 premieres later this year.

The Scottish Banner • September 2018 • Page 15 THE SCOTTISH BANNER Sir John De Graeme and The Society of John De Graeme. and The Society of John www.vassmedia.co.uk The Guardian of Scotland Images courtesy of Vass Media Media Vass courtesy of Images The Society of John De Graeme is a non-profit group set up to promote and educate people on the role Sir John De Graeme played in the Wars of Independence. David Reid is the Convener at The Society of John De Graeme and took the time to speak to the Scottish Banner’s Sean Cairney on just why Sir John De Graeme is pivotal to Scottish history, his role in the life of Sir William Wallace and why the story of Scotland is so important to tell to people today.

SC: David thank you for taking the time to Scottish independence has been cast into that someone had to be me and in SC: Sir John died with many other speak to the Scottish Banner. Can we begin the shadows by historians in general as 2016 the very basic ground work for the Scots fighting King Edward I’s invasion with you telling us who John De Graeme he is seen as more of a passing character society was laid. of Scotland at the Battle at Falkirk on was and how the Society was created? rather than a pivotal one. the 22nd of July 1298. Can you tell us After many years living in Falkirk SC: Many people the world over will more and how William Wallace brought DR: Sir John De Graeme was a thirteenth and thinking someone should do know of William Wallace. Can you tell us him to his resting place? century knight who was descended from more to promote Sir John De Graeme why John De Graeme is a large part of the Sir William De Graeme who was reputed more, and after attending the annual William Wallace story? DR: Graeme with the Bright Sword as he to be a Norman and was given lands by commemoration to mark the battle of is known sometimes was killed during the King David I. Sir John was one of those Falkirk 1298 organised by The Society of DR: Sir William Wallace and indeed battle of Falkirk on the 22nd of July 1298. figures who’s involvement in the Wars of William Wallace many times, I thought King Robert the Bruce are national The legend goes that both Wallace and patriots and rightly so, but great Graeme were close to each other in the leaders are only great because of the fray of battle and Graeme had dispatched men who follow them. an English knight when another English Sir John De Graeme in a professional knight snuck up on the Graeme from and military capacity was Wallace’s behind and exploiting an exposed part of second in command, and a viciously the Graeme’s armour, that had not been loyal man he was by Wallace’s side, as fastened, the knight stabbed Graeme in the his advisor and trusted commander back. Some say with a sword and others through some of the toughest times in say with a pike. Graeme was mortally Wallace’s military campaign. But more wounded but had enough strength to kill than that he was Wallace’s closest friend. the knight before falling himself. Wallace Scots in this time were notorious for who was nearby saw the ordeal and with not documenting things so we have no his friends demise descended into a rage official record of when the two became using his claymore. He cleaved men killing friends, we do know Wallace spent some left and right to the point Wallace’s own time being taught by his uncle the Priest men had to drag him off the battlefield. of Dunipace. The church or chapel in They made for Torwood where no which Wallace’s uncle preached was English cavalry could venture due to the the closest religious chapel to Graeme’s denseness of the wood. Wallace returned Castle so it’s possible the two knew each to the battlefield later to find the body of other for a long time but there is no his friend and upon finding the Graeme Sir John De Graeme sword on display at Callendar House. factual evidence to back it up with. he fell to his knees and wept where after

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he carried him to The Faw Kirk (now Trinity Church) and left him in the care of the priests who laid him to rest in the grounds of the church along with his fellow commander Sir John Stewart of Bonkyl.

SC: In Scotland there are moves to initiate a William Wallace Day in August. Can you tell us anymore about this and does The Society support such a move?

DR: Ironically Wallace Day has always existed and in August. The Society of William Wallace annually hold their Wallace Day in August close to or on the date of Wallace’s execution (August 23rd) and it is their biggest event but either due to political pressure from one side or another it’s not really nationally Promoted or backed which is strange since he is Scotland’s national patriot, but we all aim to change that. This year The Edinburgh Dungeon have been actively advocating a Wallace Day by doing The Battle of Falkirk commemoration at Callendar House. various publicity stunts to draw attention to the fact that we have no national day to celebrate and commemorate the life There is also a Commemorative of Wallacestone lies, and was one of the needs told and with it will come many of Wallace. We whole heatedly support Fountain marking the spot where then oldest monuments to Wallace erected more people encouraged and hungry to any and every move to create a day to Graeme fell but it was recently vandalised by the Free Colliers in 1810. It marks the learn more about Scotland’s story. celebrate Scotland’s national hero but we and is due to undergo redevelopment to spot where Wallace and his commanders should never forget those who have been bring it back to a more fitting state. watched the approaching English Army SC: And finally David, The Society of John advocating for such a day for a long time Sir John is also linked to The Battle before the Battle of Falkirk 1298. All these De Graeme are passionate about telling and that is The Society of William Wallace. of the Bell o the Brae which took place sites and many more relating to Wallace the history of Scotland. Can you tell us in Glasgow’s High Street area and a can be found listed on Google maps. how important it is for members to be able fantastic monument was erected by The to teach and share with Scots and visitors Society of William Wallace and designed SC: Scottish history is filled with a cast of all ages the incredible story of Scotland? Sir John was one of those by the late Andrew Hillhouse can be of characters that Hollywood would be visited in the old Glasgow Necropolis. hard pressed to create. With releases such DR: It’s essentially what we are here for. figures who’s involvement You can also visit the Graeme Castle as Robert the Bruce’s Outlaw King, Mary Recently we were involved with The King located at the western tip of the Carron Queen of Scots and of course Outlander, Robert the Bruce Heritage Centre (located in the Wars of Scottish Reservoir in the Carron Valley to get being based on Scottish history, are you in Renton, West Dunbartonshire) at their there use the B818 Road from Denny finding more interest in the story of John Scone Palace event where we brought not independence has been cast to Fintry. The castle was a rare square De Graeme or Scottish history overall? only the characters to life, but the stories, motte and Bailey style castle of which weapons and so much more to people into the shadows by historians there are few examples of in Scotland DR: Indeed we are finding growing most of whom were international tourists but not much remains at the site except interest in our history in general as time which was a joy to do as we were able to see in general as he is seen as more the mound, however at the eastern end passes films likeBraveheart opened the wonder in kids eyes and amazement of the reservoir lies Duncarron Medieval a door that took a while for other in adults voices. It’s what makes it all of a passing character rather Fort and village run by the Clanranald productions to follow and by doing so worthwhile. We highly encourage folk to get Trust for Scotland and gives a fantastic helped people realise how rich our own off the beaten track our heritage, which can than a pivotal one. view of what you could see when history is and how it can be brought to be found in the strangest places. Graeme’s Castle was standing. the world. We look forward to Outlaw For more information on The Wallace stone at the top of a hill just King due to some of our members being The Society of John De Graeme see: outside Falkirk is now where the village in the film but also as it is a story that www.the-society-of-john-de-graeme.weebly.com SC: The historic 14th century Callendar House is exhibiting Sir John De Graeme’s original sword and several other items relating to the 720thanniversary of The Battle of Falkirk of 1298. Can you tell us more and how tourists to Scotland can visit places that tell the story of Sir John De Graeme?

DR: Yes the Masonic Lodge (St John Lodge) Auchterader have been a massive help by loaning the sword, of which they are the custodians, the sword will be on display till the end of August and is free to view. Callendar House is a mere ten minute walk from Falkirk town centre and the Falkirk area has various train stations. Callendar House itself is a massive piece if history in its self from Romans to Wallace, to the Jacobite’s and beyond so well worth a visit. The tomb of Sir John De Graeme is located in the very heart of Falkirk within the Trinity Church and a member of the Society can made available to give tours of the tomb and kirk yard as well as paint the story of the men’s life (to arrange a tour of the kirk yard contact can be made by David Reid as Sir John De Graeme. email or via the Facebook page).

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IN SCOTLAND TODAY

Based at the University of Edinburgh, the programme will capture and analyse data from OMS’ planned constellation of 40 satellites – each about the size of a large shoebox. These missions will include the first launch of the recently announced UK spaceflight programme, using the planned spaceport on Scotland’s north coast. The technology will be equipped with sensors to gather quarter-hourly updates on global conditions such as temperature, humidity and atmospheric pressure. The resulting data stream will be interpreted and delivered to clients across the world to enable near real-time decision making and high-value forecasts. Professor Mark Parsons, Associate Dean for e-Research, University of Edinburgh, said; “Our expertise in data science means we are perfectly placed to support the sophisticated production of regular and reliable weather information for recipients around the world.”

Scotland’s population 2017 Funding for UK’s first spaceport in Sutherland

Plans to launch micro satellites into Sutherland was one of three potential much information on the site before it Scotland’s population is growing and space from the northern Highlands of spaceport locations that submitted outline is destroyed by the sea. A handprint is ageing, according to a report published Scotland have taken a major step forward business cases to the Board of HIE earlier so personal and individual that you can by National Records of Scotland. with Highlands and Islands Enterprise this year. The others were in Scolpaig on almost feel the presence of the copper Scotland’s Population 2017 - the Registrar (HIE) announcing further funding to North Uist, and Unst in Shetland. All three smith and imagine what it must have been General’s Annual Review of Demographic develop the space sector. The UK Space were assessed by independent consultants like working in there all those years ago.” Trends is a compendium of statistics Agency (UKSA) has announced £2.5m with specialist knowledge of the space The small cellular building, dating published throughout the year which grant funding to support a project led by sector. Each one met key criteria, including to a period between the 6th to 9th paint a picture of modern Scotland. The regional development agency Highlands the ability to stage north facing launches century AD, was semi-subterranean. Review has been published since 1855, and Islands Enterprise (HIE) that aims over the sea into both polar and sun- It was entered via steps and a curved and this is the 163rd edition. to create the UK’s first spaceport and synchronous orbit. corridor, which would have minimised Key trends identified in this support around 400 jobs. the amount of light entering the year’s review include: Over the next 18 months, HIE will Archaeologists race against time smithy, allowing the smith to assess the • Scotland’s population is at its highest prepare a planning application to the to save ancient handprints temperature of the hot metal based on ever at 5,424,800 in 2017. Migration is the Highland Council, which is expected its colour. A door would have separated main reason for Scotland’s population to be submitted late next year. At the the workshop from the corridor. Many of increase over the past 10 years, although same time, the development agency the stone fittings - the pivot stone, door population growth has slowed. plans to consult widely with the local jamb and bar hole - remained intact. • Overall, Scotland’s population is community, both to share details of The centre was dominated by the hearth, projected to rise and age, but with some its plans and to invite feedback that with a set upright stone on the doorward areas projected to face depopulation. will inform the package of community side protecting the hearth fire from • Life expectancy has increased over benefits it expects to be delivered. drafts. Scientific analysis at Bradford will the past 3 decades, but has stalled in The funding will enable HIE to develop reveal what was on the smith’s hands to recent years. Life expectancy varies detailed plans and, subject to planning produce the prints and explore reasons within Scotland. and other regulations, build a vertical for their remarkable preservation. launch site for a new generation of small A group of archaeologists are working The building is part of a substantial • There were just over 5,000 more rockets to launch micro communication against the tide to excavate a Pictish Iron Age settlement which is being deaths than births in 2017. and earth-observation satellites at The copper smith’s workshop located on destroyed by the sea. Work this year has Amy Wilson, Director of Statistical and Moine, on the Melness Crofting Estate an Iron Age settlement on the Island of centred on the Pictish workshop and Registration Services at National Records near Tongue in north Sutherland. Rousay. The site located on the Orkney a Neolithic Chambered Cairn which is of Scotland said: “The Registrar General’s Once the site is developed, it is expected Islands has revealed a sooty imprint of also being eroded. Annual Review, published every year since that the Sutherland site could host up to what is believed to be the smith’s hands 1855, gives us a chance to reflect on our six launches each year, with the first rocket and knees, which could potentially be Scottish satellite system to changing population and demographic possibly taking off early next decade. 1500 years old. improve weather forecasts trends. This year’s review shows that while Cabinet Secretary for Finance, Economy Dr Stephen Dockrill, Senior Lecturer Experts are developing a satellite-based the population of Scotland is at its highest and fair Work, Derek Mackay MSP, said: in Archaeology, University of Bradford system to vastly improve monitoring ever, at 5.42 million, and has grown by 5% “The development of a small-satellite explains: “Analysis of crucible fragments and forecasting of extreme weather and over the last decade, this growth rate has launch facility at the Moine, Sutherland is and the floor deposits demonstrated that natural disasters anywhere in the world. slowed. Over the latest year, Scotland’s a significant first step towards stimulating a copper smith worked in the building. The newly formed International Center population has grown at a slower rate than space sector activity across the whole The analysis of the floor enables us to for Earth Data (ICED) – involving small on average over the past 10 years. This is of Scotland and beyond. The significant say with confidence where the smith satellite technology provider Orbital because of reduced migration levels as well investment, supported by HIE, and an worked, next to a hearth and two stone Micro Systems (OMS) and the University as an increase in the number of deaths and estimated 400 jobs is a welcome boost to anvils. The biggest surprise came when – will gather, process and deliver weather decrease in the number of births. However, the local community and wider Scottish we lifted the larger stone anvil and information from public and commercial Scotland’s population is still projected to space sector which we are committed to cleaned it; we could see carbon imprints sources for researchers, governments increase to 5.58 million in 2026, and to see grow. Scotland is already punching of the smith’s knees and hands.” and commercial enterprises around the continue rising to reach 5.69 million in above its weight in the global space sector Dr Julie Bond, Senior Lecturer in world. The ICED will enable near real- 2041. We expect this growth to be entirely and with this announcement we stand Archaeology, University of Bradford time monitoring and improved forecasts reliant on migration, as the number of ready to support the sector as it takes this added: “This is an extremely exciting find for sectors such as insurance, agriculture, deaths are projected to continue to be exciting step forward.” and we are doing all we can to gather as aviation, and shipping. higher than the number of births.”

Page 18 • The Scottish Banner • September 2018 THE SCOTTISH BANNER First Speedo swimsuit to be displayed in V&A Dundee up in a small fishing village near Loch mixed bathing was only just becoming Kishorn in the West Highlands, before acceptable, but nobody could deny his moving to Sydney, Australia in 1910, and hydrodynamic design allowed swimmers setting up a hosiery company called to achieve faster times.” MacRae Knitting Mills in 1914. The firm was known for supplying the Australian Scottish Design Galleries Army with socks during the First World Swedish swimmer Arne Borg, who won War before branching out to cater for the five Olympic medals and broke 32 world growing popularity of beach sports. At records, was one of those who embraced the time swimsuits were made of wool the daring new design and he featured in and had sleeves to protect the wearer’s several Speedo advertisements. Speedo modesty. Instead, the Racerback had also designed swimsuits for women. In straps that crossed at the back and was 1932 Claire Dennis was almost disqualified made of cotton or silk, which absorbed from the Olympics in Los Angeles, less water. Both the radical design and California, for wearing a Speedo deemed these materials enabled freer movement to show too much shoulder. It was not just Alexander MacRae, founder of Speedo. Racerback swimsuit, by Speedo. for the swimmer and so greater speed. athletes who were won over by the new The design was also significantly more design, which was also marketed to surfers tight fitting than other swimwear available and sunbathers. A Speedo catalogue including furniture, textiles, metalwork &A Dundee will display one of at that time and included the distinctive described the Racerback design as giving and ceramics – to fashion, architecture, the first Speedo swimsuits in its Speedo tick logo. In 1936 Speedo, under “maximum body exposure” making it the engineering and digital design. Scottish Design Galleries when the leadership of MacRae, caused yet more ideal choice for those in search of a tan. V&A Dundee will also feature an the museum opens on Saturday controversy when it dressed the Olympic A Racerback swimsuit will be loaned ambitious international programme of V15 September. The Racerback, which men’s Australian team in swimming shorts to V&A Dundee by the Leicestershire changing exhibitions showcasing the very caused moral outrage when it was first instead of the traditional one-piece during County Council Museums Service and best of design from around the world as revealed in the 1920s and was banned the Berlin Games. Meredith More, V&A it is believed to be the only one in a UK well as new design commissions and fast- from some beaches for being too revealing, Dundee Assistant Curator, said: “We are collection. It will be displayed in V&A changing installations. revolutionised the swimwear industry. The delighted to be able to include such an Dundee’s Scottish Design Galleries hydrodynamic design allowed swimmers early Speedo swimsuit in our Scottish which will include around 300 beautiful more freedom of movement and reduced Design Galleries. Alexander MacRae and innovative objects from the V&A’s drag, quickly becoming a favourite of was one of many Scottish entrepreneurs world-famous collections of art, design Olympic record breakers. who moved abroad to make his fortune. and performance, together with objects It was also the swimsuit that made Capitalising on Australia’s growing beach from other lenders. The galleries, which Speedo, an Australian company founded culture, he created a ground-breaking will be free to enter, will explore what by Scottish immigrant Alexander swimsuit design that appealed to is unique about Scotland’s design MacRae, a household name and competitive swimmers and sunbathers landscape, historically and today, and paved the way for future controversial alike. The Racerback’s revealing back straps will represent a wide range of design V&A Dundee. innovations. MacRae, born in 1888, grew challenged moral codes in the 1920s, when disciplines from the decorative arts – Worldwide appeal for Piping at Forres

Sandy Dalziel (centre) brought his Australian band to Piping At Forres.

By: Claire Doughty I played with there, the Lochryan Pipe Band he Scottish born pipe major of an are competing here too. They loaned us two Australian band returned home young players and in return, I got the chance bringing his musicians with him to to play with them again. Being here, in compete in Piping At Forres. Sandy Forres, near RAF Kinloss where I was based, Exclusive to the Scottish Banner TDalziel who was stationed at RAF Kinloss in the town I met my wife, with my original emigrated to Warwick in Queensland in pipe band, somehow completes the circle.” Scotland: The Board Game - From 2 to the map before your opponents, find 2005 when he left the airbase situated near He added: “We have been touring to the Moray town of Forres. However, the around Scotland and the band played in 5 players aged 8 and up can play this out whether Nessie is willing to help or 53-year-old came home to the town on Princes Street Gardens earlier this week, delightful board game which takes hinder you, and be the first player to June 30 to take part in Piping At Forres, which was a real experience for them. you on a trip through 2000 years of move their (Highland Cattle) piece to the European Pipe Band Championships We have had a great chance to explore, Scotland’s history, travelling through the end of the Time Track, -which will bringing his 25-strong entourage with experience and enjoy.” its landscape from Melrose to the make you the winner! him. Sandy leads the Scots PGC College Elaine, Sandy’s wife said she was glad Orkneys and featuring 30 of its most This board game is fun for the whole Pipe Band which consists of 60 pipers and to be back for a visit: “We were treated to a famous citizens in its history! Try to family and has been designed by one of drummers aged 8-18-years-old. homecoming party with a BBQ and I have Sandy whose wife Elaine hails from the met three new great nieces and nephews for visit the most important locations on the UK’s most talented young designers. town said it was important for them to return the first time. It’s a bit strange being back. The contents: 1 game board • 5 Highland Cattle movers • 15 Cabers • 20 Location tiles particularly as it was the last time Piping Warwick is very similar in size to Forres and At Forres took place. Speaking before the the community there works in the same way 110 cards: 5 Player cards • 35 Location cards • 50 Character cards • 20 Nessie cards • 1 set of rules event, he said: “Since we left in 2005, we have as Forres. It’s been great being able to catch only been back once. This is our first time up with my family and some old friends.” at Piping At Forres. We always had a plan to Inveraray & District Pipe Band celebrated Price: $49.95 plus $18.00 postage Australia wide. come at some point but it was fitting to be their win for the second year in a row at the To order: Scottish Banner: PO Box 6202, Marrickville South, NSW, 2204 here at the last one. Bringing these young European Pipe Band Championships which people here is pretty monumental. I am was held in Forres in Moray for the final P: 02 9559 6348 or www.scottishbanner.com/shop originally from Stranraer and the pipe band time on Saturday following a six-year run.

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Clan Donald, U.S.A., Inc. Membership is open only to persons of the blood of Macdonald, however spelled CALLING THE CLANS or of the blood of a recognized associate family or is related by marriage or legal adoption to either of these write for more info and a complete Sept list. Welcome to the Scottish Banner’s Calling the Clans section. Our “Clansified” listing of Diane Carey-Schmitz 1685 Casitas Avenue Scottish Clans, Societies and Clubs. If you would like to add your Clan to these pages Pasadena, CA 91103, please contact your nearest Scottish Banner office for full details. Our address and phone [email protected] numbers are located on page 2. If you are contacting your Clan be sure to tell them you saw them in the Scottish Banner and please support these great community organisations. CLAN DONALD in VICTORIA Clan Chief: Captain Proudly affiliated with Clan Donald Australia, Victorian Scottish A.A.C.Farquharson, MC of Clan Baird Society Worldwide Union and Scots of Victoria Coordinating Group. Invercauld Membership is open to those descended Represented at all major Highland gatherings in Victoria. from Baird, Barde, Bard, Beard, Beaird, Brd, Bayard, Bardt, Barth and Biard or varied CLAN DONALD VICTORIA spellings of the name of Scottish origin. President: Mr Norman A. Macdonald In addition to the Society newsletter and the opportunity Contact: Secretary The Secretary Clan Farquharson Association Australia to associate with fellow clansman members may [email protected] query the Society geneologist. For information write: PO Box 585 Formed in 1934, with membership from many MacDonald, SPRINGWOOD, NSW 2777 Dr. Debra J. Baird, President McDonald and Macdonald families living in Victoria. or by Email to: [email protected] 3491 County Road 3459, Haleyville, AL 35565 Membership available, with dance classes for Scottish Email: [email protected] Country Dance most Friday evenings in Gardenvale. Regional Directors for Australia David and Patricia Benfell CLAN MACDONALD YARRAVILLE CLAN FERGUSSON SOCIETY Email: [email protected] Hon Chief: Mrs Christina Milne Wilson website: www.clanbairdsociety.com OF NORTH AMERICA Contact: Secretary One of the oldest Highland Clans, [email protected] stretches back in history to the A hereditary clan society formed by the children of founder of Scotland’s monarchy, Norman Hume Macdonald and Johan McKenzie King Fergus 1. Macdonald (nee Munro) who departed Scotland in 1854. President: BJ Ferguson Please address inquiries to: Clan Campbell Society B. J. Ferguson, President, CFSNA (North America) 192 Hawthorne Hill Rd, Jasper, GA USA 30143 A society for Campbells, members of Clan Donnachaidh recognized septs, their descendants, and their friends. Recognized septs include: Ballantine, Society of New South Wales Inc., Burnett, Burns, Caddell, Calder, Harris, Hastings, Loudon, MacArthur, MacConachie, Australia MacDiamid, MacIver, McKellar, MacKelvie, MacKessock, MacNichol, MacTavish, Duncan Robertson Reid MacThomas, Moore, Muir, Orr, Pinkerton, Thomas, Thompson. People who who bear bear any anyof the of above the abovenames ornames names or of otherany of the Prospective members inquire to: SSeptepts ofnames the Clan of Clan(see adverti Donnachaidhsement from “ C TheA USA Children) are invite d Secretary ([email protected]) toof joinDuncan” with us arein our invited activitie tos tojoin promote in our Clan activities Donnachaidh by , The Clan Fraser Society of North America is one of the five “The Children of Duncan” by participating in the various activities Clan Campbell Society, (NA) participating in the Scottish Gatherings held in NSW. authorized national societies operating worldwide under the 963 Plum Tree Lane conducted by Scottish Societies. authority of the Rt Hon. Lady Saltotm, Chief of the Name of Fenton, MI 48430 For information & membership application, contact Fraser, and the Rt. Hon. Lord Lovat, Chief of Clan Fraser of www.ccsna.org Gordon Robertson Lovat. Members receive a newsletter, “The Nessie’ and support in 58/157 Marconi Rd. Bonnells Bay NSW 2264 doing genealogical research. All those bearing the name of Fraser, recognized Septs thereof and their descendants are cordially  invited to contact the following for membership information: Membership extended to all Crawford’s of  Donald Brix Fraser, Kathryn Fraser, various spellings, worldwide. Join to preserve CLAN DONNACHAIDH SOCIETY President Secretary Charles Diman cfsna.com Membership Chairman our legacy & receive assistance with events, Membership invited to all who share the Sept names: 3413 Sunnybrook Dr. heraldry, highland games, forums, DNA gene- Duncan, Robertson, Reid, etc.

Charlotte, NC 28210 alogy, surname history, quarterly newsletter UK: London & Southern Counties * Rannoch & Highlands Email: [email protected] and more. Joanne Crawford, President Canada: Ontario * Western Canada Local Contact: Warren Crawford Australia: New South Wales * Victoria * Queensland * Western Australia [email protected] New Zealand: New Zealand  Europe: Spain  Africa: South Africa USA: Arizona * Carolinas * Florida * Gulf Coast * Mid-Atlantic * New Mexico * Mid-West * Northeast * Northern California * Pacific Northwest * Rocky Mountains * South * Southern California * Texas * Upper Mid-West

Visit our website to learn more about Clan Donnachaidh, our History & Traditions, the Clan Museum in Scotland, the DNA Project, the new Struan Kirk Appeal, & locate a Branch near you. http://www.donnachaidh.com/ Facebook: The Clan Donnachaidh Society Email: [email protected]

Clan Davidson Society in Australia Inc. CHEIF: Grant Davidson of Davidston cordially invites to membership all who bear one of the Clan Membership inquiries Names, and all who can trace their descent from an welcomed from MacGregors ancestor bearing one of these Names: Davidson; of all spellings and Septs Davison; Dawson; Davis; Davie; Davey; Davy; Day; Dye;Dyson; Dawson; Dea; Dean; Deane; Deas; Gregor Grier MacAdams MacNish Magruder Deason; Dees; Dee; Dey; Daw; Dow; Dhai; Kay; McGehee Gregory King Peter Fletcher Keay; Key; Keys; MacDade; MacDaid; MacDavid; Gregg Lecky Black and many others MacDavett; MacDagnie; MacDagny; MacDhai; McKeddie. Jeanne P. Lehr In addition we welcome into membership all who have a family 11 Ballas Crt. association with the Clan Davidson. St. Louis, MO 63131-3036 Applications may be made on our website www.clandavidson.org. au or contact the Hon. Secretary Mr Dennis Hill, J.P, P.O. Box 519 Phone: 314-432-28742, [email protected] Baulkham Hills NSW 1755 [email protected] 0431 527 662 website: www.acgsus.org

Clan Dunbar Clan Gregor Society Australasia CLAN DONALD of The House of Gospatric the Earl All MacGregors and Septs of our Clan are invited to join one of the oldest Clan Societies Eligible blood or marriage, all descendants of The in Scotland Est 1822. If you live in Australia or AUSTRALIA Gospatric: Dunbar, Clugston, Corbett, Dundas, New Zealand, please contact our clan “under the patronage of the High representative in Australia; Council of the Chiefs of Clan Donald” Edgar, Grey, Heryng, Home, Knox, Nisbett, Peddie, Strickland, Washington, Wedderburn and Frank McGregor High Commissioner Mr Lachlan Macdonald all spelling variations of each name. Also all other Clan Gregor Society State Commissioners PO Box 14 families who were associated with The Gospatric. NORTH HOBART TAS 7002 NSW Mr Lachlan Macdonald Email: [email protected] Qld Mr A. Neil Macdonald Chieftain David C. Dunbar Web. www.clangregor.com SA Ms Therese McCutcheon 16419 Carlton Vale Ct. Vic Mr Norman A Macdonald Tomball, TX 77377-8488 “Royal is my Race” WA Ms Pamela McDonald [email protected] ThereCLAN is no DONALD joy without QUEENSLAND Clan Donald CLANCLAN DONALD DONALD QUEENSLAND QUEENSLAND

Clan Cameron NSW Inc. Commissioner:CLAN DONALDNeil Macdonald QUEENSLAND 2018 Australian Gathering Ph:Commissioner: Neil 0412 Macdonald 090990 Email:Ph: Commissioner: [email protected] 0412 090990 Neil Macdonald Details on website http://www.clan-cameron.org.au Web:Email:Ph: [email protected] 0412 090990 Web:Email: www.clandonaldqld.org [email protected]

President: Alistair Cameron ELIGIBILITY:Web: Thosewww.clandonaldqld.org with the name of ELIGIBILITY: Those with the name of Commissioner:MacDonaldMacDonald Neil Macdonald Macdonald Macdonald McDonald McDonald McDonell, McDonell, [email protected] ELIGIBILITY: Those with the name of Ph: Donald,Donald, OR 0412 of of one one090990 of theof theSepts Septs of Clan of Clan Secretary: Terry Cameron Donald,Donald,MacDonald OR with with a Macdonaldconnectiona connection through McDonald through family family McDonell, Email: lineage. [email protected], OR of one of the Septs of Clan [email protected] Web: www.clandonaldqld.orgDonald, OR with a connection through family lineage. ThereThere is no isjoy no without joy without Clan Donald Clan Donald ELIGIBILITY: Those with the name of MacDonald Macdonald McDonald McDonell,There is no joy without Clan Donald Donald, OR of one of the Septs of Clan Donald, OR with a connection through family Page 20 • The Scottish Banner lineage.• September 2018

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CLAN MACNICOL SOCIETY, INC. Clan Mackintosh Member of The Highland Clan MacNeacail Federation Membership in Clan Mackintosh of North Welcomes persons of the names Clan MacAlpine Society America is available to all persons bearing the Nicolson, Nicol, MacNicol in all spellings name of any of the clans or septs of Clan 3061 Harbor Blvd, Ventura CA, 93001 USA Mackintosh. Associate memberships are also For membership inquiries, contact: available to those interested in the clan. USA CANADA Earl Dale McAlpine - President Jeremy Nicholson Jacques McNicoll Canada U.S.A. P.O. Box 501166 202 Berlioz Apt 203 Mr. David J. Elder Margaret McIntosh, Secretary Atlanta, GA 31150-1166 Verdun, QC H3E 1B8 Canada email: [email protected] 46 Dunvegan Dr. 301 Smugglers View [email protected] Email:[email protected] Chatham, Ont. N7M 4Z8 Jeffersonville, VT 05464 www.clanmacnicol.org www.clanmacnicolcanada.com

Clan MacDougall Society of North America, Inc.

Valerie McDougall Sheri Lambert, Treasurer VP Membership P.O. Box 5399 MacDougall 505-470 Scenic Drive, London, ON MacDowall Vernon Hills, IL 60061 N5Z 3B2

Email: [email protected] Home page: www.macdougall.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/clanmacdougall

Names Associated with Clan MacDougall of Argyll and Clan MacDowall of Galloway Coul MacCoul Macoual Conacher MacConacher Coyle MacCoyle Dole MacDole MacDill Doual MacDoual McDougal Clan MacLellan Dougal MacDougall MacDougald John B. McClellan, Jr. Dougle Mcdougle McDougald Dugal MacDugal MacDugle Treasurer Dowall MacDowal MacDowall 6409 Knollwood Drive Clan Macpherson Association MacDowell Macdowell McDowell McKinney, TX Clan Macpherson welcomes enquiries from Macphersons Lullich McLullich MacCullich and members of our Associated families. For information MacCulloch McCulloch MacCullagh 75070-6032 contact your local representative, our web site MacClintock MacLintock McLintock Email: [email protected] www.clan-macpherson.org/branches, or the ‘Official MacHale McHoul Mactheul Clan Macpherson Association’ Facebook page MacHowell MacCowan McCown MacKichan M’Gowall MacNamell Invites all MacLellans and their descendants regardless Australia. John L Macpherson Canada. John C Gillies Clan Hope of Craighall Society MacLucas MacLugash MacLuke [email protected] [email protected] of surname spelling to join in preserving our heritage. phone +1 705 4460 280 For all of the name and lineage of Hope Spelling Variations May Vary or Omit the Mac, Mc phone +61 2 4871 1123 Various family names are MacLellan(d), McClellan(d), INTERNATIONAL & USA AUSTRALIA New Zealand. Tim McPherson Scotland. Bill Macpherson [email protected] [email protected] McLellan(d) and Gilliland. President: Convenor: phone +64 3 234 5098 phone +44 1577 830 430 Richard Rex Hope Stephen Hope Visit our website: www.clanmaclellan.net Clan Museum. Curator [email protected] [email protected] USA. Ken Croker [email protected] [email protected] phone +44 1540 673 332 phone +1 559 658 6189 Membership Chair: (1 April to 30 October) Janet Hope Higton [email protected] Clan MacLeod www.clanhope.org www.clanhopeaustralia.org Societies of Australia THE CLAN MACRAE SOCIETY OF Membership is open to MacLeods, AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND Septs (of any spelling) and descendants. If your surname is MacRae, Askey MacAndie MacCorkill or you are descended from a Beaton MacAskill MacCrimmon person having the surname Bethune MacAulay MacGillechallum MacRae (any spelling) or that of Caskie MacCabe MacRaild Norie a Sept of the Clan then you are Harold MacCaig MacWilliam Tolmie eligible to join our Society. Lewis MacClure Norman Williamson NSW, ACT & Qld - Peter Macleod 02 4397 3161 Australian Contact: Victoria & Tas - David Dickie 03 9337 4384 Roslyn MacRae 0412 291 054 email: [email protected] South Australia - Nicole Walters 0415 654 836 NZ Contact: Sue Tregoweth email: [email protected] Western Australia - Ruth MacLeod 08 9364 6334 Email: [email protected] Clan MacTavish,U.S.A.  Under the patronage of Chief Steven Clan MacInnes MacTavish of Dunardry invites you to join us    in celebrating our history. Cash, Holmes,  International Association of Clan MacTavish, Stephenson, Stevens, Thompson, MacInnes (Aonghais) Thomson, Todd & other variants.  www.clanmactavish.org    All spelling variants of MacInnes are welcome  worldwide: (Mc)Angus, (Mc)Kinnis, (Mc)Innis, Membership Info:  (Mc)Ginnis, (Mc)Ninch, (Mc)Neish, (Mc)Canse, [email protected] or PO Box 686, Milford, OH 45150-0686  (Mc)Masters, (Mc)Innes, (Mac)Masters   www.clanmacinnes.org  Eric Perry, Director-Member Services 14 Jakes Lane, Dexter, ME 04930; [email protected]

Clan Macnachtan Association Worldwide Sir Malcolm F. Macnaghten of Macnaghten, Bart - Chief of Clan Chairman - Peter McNaughton - 360-686-8451 We welcome membership from all Scots named MacNaughton or any of the Septs on our Website: Contact the Membership Secretary, Vice-Chairman or Regional Commissioners in: Australia - Regional Commissioner - Bruce McNaught +61 7 3266 2047 [email protected] W. Canada - Regional Commissioner - Miles MacNaughton 250-999-9636 [email protected] New Zealand - Regional Commissioner - John Macnaughtan +64 9 441 4984 [email protected] USA - Membership Secretary - Mary Nivison Burton CLAN MATHESON 541-401-2613 [email protected] SOCIETY WWW.CLANMACNAUGHTON.NET Chief of the Clan Major Sir Fergus Matheson of Matheson 7th Baronet of Lochalsh Clan MacNeil Association Invites all Mathesons/Mathiesons or Kin to join our Clan Society. OF AUSTRALIA Contact the Chief's Lieutenants in USA CLAN LESLIE For all enquiries about the clan and U.S.A. membership contact. Malcolm Matheson, III P.O.Box 307, The Plains, VA 20198 SOCIETY Tel: (540) 687-6836, Fax: (540) 687-5569 John McNeil [email protected] of Australia 21 Laurel Avenue, Linden Park, www.clanmatheson.org SA 5065 and New Zealand Email [email protected] Clan Chief: Hon Alexander John Leslie Enquiries invited from Leslies around the world, Clan Moffat Society as well as the Septs of Clan Leslie: Abernethy, Bartholomew, Cairney, Lang, Madam Jean Moffat, Chief of the Moore etc in all their spellings. Name and Arms of the Family of J Barrie Leslie Moffat, welcomes Moffats of all Contact:Conta Malcolmct: W. Leslie D.Ua. spellings. Spouses and those legally 117/30343 Rosedal Springe RStreet.d. adopted by Moffats are also eligible Kearney’sGordon Spring,, NSW, Qld,2072, 4350, Austr Australia.alia. for membership. Phone:Phone: +61 +61 2 7 46359418 83582262 [email protected]@ozemail.com.au www.clanleslie.org• www.clanleslie.org Website: http://www.ClanMoffat.org/

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Leonard Montgomery President [email protected] www.clanmontgomery.org

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Caledonian Club of Scotland Clan Skene Association, Inc. (Queensland) Limited Invites membership from Skene and Of ABN 30 093 578 860 septs Cariston, Carney/Carnie, Florida West (Sarasota, FL) Currehill, Dyas, Dyce, Dyer, Hall, Invites membership of all people of Halyard/Hallyard, MacGalliard, Scottish descent or association. Rennie, and Skains. 2017 Spring Schedule: Feb. 4: Scottish Games AlDorna McGalliard Comp Jack Vaudin, Hon Secretary, P.O. Box 3233 Mar. 25: Thistle Ball The Secretary,South Brisbane,P.O. Box BC,3233, QLD, South 4101, Brisbane, Australia BC,. PrePresidentsident Apr. 2: Kirkin’ O’ Tartans 273103 Amy Sumners Clegg Alle Drivey QLD, 4101, Australia. www.standrewsociety.com May 6: Annual General Luncheon www.standrewsociety.com Summerville,Gray, GA, SC 31032 29485 Summer Socials: TBA Email:Email: [email protected] [email protected] FOUNDED 1974 Contact: Robert Howard, President 941-376-5514 FOUNDED 1974 St. Andrewís Society Email: [email protected] St. Andrewís Society ClanRoss Clan in Australia Ross in Australia Web site: www.caledonianclub.org of Vermont for information contact Commander Des Ross The Stewart Society The clan is active again in Australia of Vermont for information contact Welcomes Stewarts, however spelled, by name, P.O. Box 484 (ByCommander Des Ross(By appointment David Ross Bt Chief of Clan Ross and Balnagowan) appointment David Ross Bt Chief of Clan Ross and Balnagowan) birth, or descent, from all over the world. Annual Essex Junction,P.O. Bo xVT 48 405453 We would be pleased to hear from anyone Gathering in historic, Stewart-related properties in We would be pleased to hear from anyone with Ross Clan Scotland. Newsletter. Annual magazine. Essex Junction, VT 05453 with Rossheritage and interest. Clan heritage and interest. Invites membership inquiries. contact Commander Des Ross at Please inquire: Contact: [email protected] Des Ross at Invites membership inquiries. The Secretary David Campbell - President (802) 878-8663 [email protected] M 0403 830 853 53 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 2HT, Ken Duthie JP Director of Publicity M 0418 806 172 Tel/Fax 0131 220 4512 www.stewartsociety.org David Campbell - President (802) 878-8663 Victorian Scottish Union Clan Sutherland Society Established 1905 of Australia Umbrella group representing the interest The Society welcomes membership of all of Scottish Clans and Societies in Victoria. bearers of the Sutherland name and any of their septs- (Cheyne, Duffus, Frederith, Affiliated Clans & Societies Mowat (or any variation of the spelling). Marie Hodgkinson Ballarat Highland Dancing Geelong Scottish Dance 212 MacKenzie Street Toowoomba, 4350 Balmoral Highland Dancing Society Glenbrae Celtic Dancers Queensland, Australia Begonia City Highland Dancing Society Glenmaggie Scottish Folk Festival e-mail: [email protected] Brunswick Scottish Society Kilmore Celtic Festival http://goldenvale.wix.com/clansutherlandaus Illinois Saint Andrew Society Clan Donald Victoria Maryborough Highland Society Clan Grant Mornington Peninsula Caledonian Society Illinois’ oldest, largest Scottish Clan Macdonald Yarraville Inc Scottish Country Dance Victoria Society organization and owner of The Scottish Clan Mackenzie of Australia The Robert Burns Club of Melbourne Clan Sutherland Society Home. A unique “assisted living” Clan Maclean Australia Warrnambool & District Caledonian Society of North America, Inc. facility located in a beautiful wooded Clan Sinclair Association Warrnambool Caledonian Highland Dancing Society The Society cordially invites membership of Clan Sutherland Australia Robert Burns Club of Camperdown Inc all Sutherlands (however the name is spelled) setting. and of the associated families: Cheyne, For more information on Society membership and Jan Macdonald: Secretary Duffus, Gray, Frederith, Mowat and Oliphant. Victorian Scottish Union programs or The Scottish Home, contact Richard Langford T: 03 9360 9829 M: 0438 584 930 1106 Horshoe Lane Gus Noble, President E: [email protected] Blacksburg, VA 24060 e-mail: [email protected] 708-447-5092 or www.chicago-scots.org www.victorianscottishunion.com

Page 22 • The Scottish Banner • September 2018 THE SCOTTISH BANNER SCOTTISH BANNER EVENTS Having a Clan event? Know of a highland games? Know where the pipes will be playing? Let Scottish Banner readers know of Scottish events both near and far with the Scottish Banner events page. Send us your community event, concert, meeting or anything with a Scottish twist! Please submit events either online at www.scottishbanner.com/events or email [email protected]. Please ensure you submit your event in the exact format we use below, events not submitted in this way cannot be guaranteed to be printed. Events will run both in print and online and is a free service.

21 Kanahooka, NSW - Illawarra Scottish Fair 14 Auckland - Scottish Fiddle Club Fiddle Club Night 26 Auckland - Ceilidh Club AUSTRALIA Presented by the Illawarra Pipe Band with pipe band 7:30 PM - 11:00 PM at St Luke’s Church, 130 Remuera Rd. St Davids in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd. All contests, Scottish stalls and more at Dandaloo Sports Oval, Info: www.freewebs.com/aucklandscottishfiddleclub are welcome to play, dance, or even call ceilidh dances and SEPTEMBER 2018 Kanahooka Rd. Gates open at 8.30 AM and Massed Bands 15 Auckland - End of Winter Ceilidh certainly just to watch. Info: [email protected] Closing ceremony at approx. 3.00 PM. Info: Alison 0414 928 1 Hawthorn, VIC - Scottish Pipes & Drums Concert Join us for a ceilidh dance to farewell winter and welcome 28 Wellington - Shetland Knitwear Demonstration 016, [email protected] or www.illawarrapipeband.com The Scotch College, Hawthorn and Old Scotch Pipes and in spring! As usual your favourite family band the Chias The beauties of Shetland knitwear and the skill of its Drums bands will be performing a concert at the Geoffrey 21 Leichhardt, NSW - Family Ceilidh [RSCDS] will be playing up a storm to get your toes tapping and creators. Members of the Shetland Society will come to McComas Theatre, Scotch College. The concert will showcase Simple Scottish dances for all the family to enjoy. Aimed hands clapping. Everyone welcome, invite your friends and share and demonstrate how these marvellous pieces are the talents of current Scotch boys and Old Boys who continue at including children. No experience required, all dances family at Te Atatu Peninsula Community Centre. Info: +64 created – traditional and modern designs including the to play beyond their school years at a entertaining evening of will be walked through. Refreshments afterwards 22 084 8581 or www.facebook.com/aucklandceilidhs fine lace with the Victoria University of Wellington Scottish Scottish music. Tickets are just $5 for students and $20 for adults at Leichhardt Town Hall 107 Norton St. Info: www. Interest Group. Info: www.wellyscots.wordpress.com and available at TryBooking: www.trybooking.com/406895 trybooking.com/XAXU or [email protected]. 16 Picton - Celtic In the Kirk A Celtic Variety Concert featuring performances by Shamrock 8 Wahroonga, NSW - 2018 Knox Highland Gathering 27 Brisbane, QLD - Pipers Society Julie Appleton- Touch, Highland & Irish Dancers, Ella Kernick-Harvey (vocal), Knox Solo and Band Contest, includes A Grade Piping Seymour Memorial Competition Blenheim & Districts Pipers and Drummers, Angus John SCOTLAND Solos at Knox Grammar School, 2 Borambil St. Info: Judith Invitational Hornpipe and Jig competition at Emmanuel College, Monk (piano), Kurt Simcic & friends (Celtic) at Holy Trinity McGhie: 02 9487 0420 or [email protected] University of Queensland, St Lucia. Info: [email protected] Anglican Church, 38 York St. Info: Phone: 03-573 6466. SEPTEMBER 2018 8 Ipswich, QLD - Ipswich Piping and Drumming 1 - 16 Nationwide - Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight 16 Christchurch - Ceilidh Dance: Family Fun for All Solo Championships (IPADS) Annual celebration of Scotland’s fantastic larder offering A cèilidh is a traditional Scottish or Irish social gathering. In its Piping and drumming competition hosted by Ipswich NEW ZEALAND more than 200 events around the country. These range most basic form, it simply means a social visit. In contemporary Thistle Pipe Band at Ipswich RSL Sub Branch, 63 from cookery demonstrations to festivals, farmers’ markets usage, it usually involves playing Gaelic folk music and dancing, Nicholas St. Info: www.ipswichthistle.com SEPTEMBER 2018 and tasting events. Info: www.fooddrinkfort.scot 1 Wellington - NZ Solo Drumming Championship either at a house party or a larger concert at a social hall or 9 Armadale, WA - Armadale Highland The RNZPBA is delighted to announce the inaugural NZ Solo other community gathering place. At Irish Society Hall, 29 1 Braemar - Braemar Gathering Gathering and the Perth Kilt Run Drumming Championship at The Drama Theatre, Scots College. Domain Terrace, Spreydon. Info: www.folkmusic.org.nz Traditional Highland games with piping, Highland Celebrate all things Scottish at the largest Highland Gathering dancing and strong events, the event has regularly The competition is an invitation only one independent of 16 Wellington - Shetland Society of Wellington event held in Western Australia! Gather your family and friends to welcomed royalty including Queen Elizabeth II and the pipe band contests or solo piping events. The RNZPBA plan AGM & Anniversary Lunch enjoy the visual spectacle of kilts, bagpipes and a medieval fair at Duke of Edinburgh. Info: www.braemargathering.org this free community event.The morning begins with the fun and to live stream the event. Info: www.nzpipebands.org.nz At Pipe Band Hall, Newtown, 12.30pm. Info: quirky Perth Kilt Run, the only fun run in Australia that’s done in 3 Blenheim - Heart of The Highlands www.shetlandwellington.org.nz 2 Blairgowrie - Blairgowrie and Rattray Highland Games a kilt at Minnawarra Park. Info: (08) 9394 5000 or www.armadale. Heart of the Highlands will tell the stories and legends that are 21 Auckland - Papakura Pipe Band Whisky Tasting Fundraiser Traditional highland games with highland dancing, piping wa.gov.au/events/highland-gathering-and-perth-kilt-run said to be the origins behind the traditional highland dances Sampling whisky from 6 of Scotland’s finest distilleries, and sports. Info: www.blairgowriehighlandgames.co.uk of Scotland. The Highland Dance Company of New Zealand 9 Ipswich, QLD - Piobaireachd Group Queensland Social come join us for an evening of fun and whisky history, with 7 - 10 Portpatrick - Portpatrick Folk Festival brings together New Zealand’s top highland dance talent Piping event at Ipswich Thistle Pipe Band Hall, cnr Lion entertainment by Papakura Pipe Band at Glengarry Wines, 118 A weekend festival in a picturesque seaside village, with Celtic & & Moffat Sts., Limstone Park. Info: 07 3397 4512. including past and present NZ champion dancers at ASB Theatre Wellesley Street West. Info: www.papakurapipeband.co.nz Marlborough, 2 Hutcheson St. Info: www.nzahnd.org.nz folk concerts at the village hall and sessions at harbourside pubs 15 Sydney, NSW - Scots on The Rocks - Chaotic Ceilidh 28 Auckland - Ceilidh Club on the Friday and Saturday. Info: www.portpatrickfolkfestival.org 3 Wellington - Creative Writing Workshop Featuring music by ARIA Award winning Chris Duncan & St Davids in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd. All with Denise Mina: Plotting 8 Pitlochry - Pitlochry Highland Games Catherine Strutt, it will be a night of energetic and popular are welcome to play, dance, or even call ceilidh dances and Acclaimed Scottish writer Denise Mina leads an in-depth Traditional Highland games featuring dancing, pipe band dances in The Rocks. Includes supper (BYO alcohol). Tickets certainly just to watch. Info: [email protected] competitions and, of course, heavy events and track $35pp. bInfo: 0435 154 433 or www.sotr.org.au/chaos guide to plotting. Join a limited capacity group to learn the art of a well-baked plot from the writer of the Detective Morrow 28 Wellington - Encounters in a New & field. Info: www.pitlochryhighlandgames.co.uk 15 Nelson Bay, NSW - Clans on the Coast Celtic Festival and Paddy Meehan series and of plays, short stories, and Zealand Colonial Settlement 15 Bonar Bridge - Invercharron Highland Games Everything from Scottish pipe bands, Celtic bands, Caber Toss, graphic novels. Bring your works in progress or come with “It is curious how keenly allied in character are the Scottish Traditionally the final Highland Games of the Tug-Of-War, Celtic dancers, Highland dancers, Celtic choir and a clean slate and leave with a twists and turns to develop Highlander and the Maori” – Former Director of the VUW year, a thrillingly tense event where many of the more at Tomaree Sports Complex, Dick Burwell Oval AFL field. further at Te Auaha, NZ Institute of Creativity, 65 Dixon St, Stout Centre Irish/Scottish Studies, Brad Patterson will tell Info: Ron Swan on 0418 495 336 or www.clansonthecoast.com.au Scottish Highland Games Association league are Te Aro. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/creative-writing- of his research into the intriguing story of this relationship decided. Info: www.invercharrongames.co.uk 22 Kensington, NSW - Sydney Thistle Pipe workshop-with-denise-mina-plotting/wellington with the Victoria University of Wellington Scottish Band Centenary Ceilidh & Ball 15 Kirkcaldy - Scotch Whisky Festival 4 Wellington - A Life of Crime: Denise Mina Interest Group. Info: www.wellyscots.wordpress.com Celebrate with Sydney Thistle Pipe Band at UNSW Bringing together distillers and whisky enthusiasts from Best-selling Glaswegian crime writer Denise Mina joins Roundhouse, Anzac Parade with pipe band around the country for an experience to savour and Catherine Robertson for a conversation about a writing life OCTOBER 2018 performances and 2 course meal. Info: bookings@ remember for years to come at Adam Smith Theatre, immersed in the darker side of life. Following her brilliantly 5 Auckland - Scottish Celtic Music Group sydneythistle.com or www.trybooking.com/WRZS Bennochy Rd. Info: www.scotchwhiskyfestival.com/fife engrossing Alex Morrow and Garnethill series, Mina’s latest Monthly on the first Friday at St Luke’s Church, 130 Remuera Rd. 22 Enfield, SA - City of Port Adelaide book is the award-winning The Long Drop, based on the true All instruments welcome to read through favourite Scottish tunes 15 Kirkcaldy - Kirkcaldy Waterfront Beach Highland Games Highland Dancing Championships story of Peter Manuel, a serial killer operating in 1950s Glasgow. and dance sets. Info: John Hawthorn: [email protected]. Highland games on Kirkcaldy Waterfront, the only Highland Highland dancing competitions and events at St Gabriel’s Games be to staged on a beach. Info: www.kirkcaldy4all.co.uk Enjoy a thrilling evening of conversation with one of Scotland’s 6 Auckland - Drury Mini Pipe Band Contest Catholic Primary School, Whittington St. Info: 08 8281 9680. great contemporary writers at San Fran, 171 Cuba St. Info: www. Papakura Pipe Band excited to announce the mini band 16 Edinburgh - Walking Tour: Robert Louis eventfinda.co.nz/2018/a-life-of-crime-denise-mina/wellington 22 Toowong, QLD - Brisbane Boys Colleage contest is back again for 2018, with more craic in store for Stevenson and Edinburgh’s New Town Solo and Mini Band Contest 6 Oamaru - Heart of The Highlands everyone at Murphy’s Law Irish Bar, 200 Great South Rd. Starting with a short talk in the Victorian Heroes and Heroines Pipes & drums competitions and events at Brisbane Be sure to see this spectacular showcase of Celtic legends told Registration and info: www.papakurapipeband.co.nz/minis exhibition at the Portrait Gallery, our afternoon walk takes us Boys College, Moggill Rd. Info: 07 3359 4512. in highland dance by the internationally acclaimed Highland to the northern New Town, Greenside and Calton Hill, as we 6 Nelson - NZ Young Piper of the Year 2018 23 Melbourne, VIC - Celtic Piping Club Session Dance Company of New Zealand. Learn the stories behind explore Robert Louis Stevenson’s Edinburgh at Scottish National This exciting one day event will consist of two core sections: Piping session, 3pm - 5:30pm, upstairs at The the classic dances of the highlands of Scotland brought Portrait Gallery, 1 Queen St. Info: [email protected] a standard style competition during the day for all ages and Last Jar - 616 Elizabeth Street (cnr Queensberry to you by this innovative Company of New Zealand’s top graded events including a full list of Novice, D, C, and B Grade 21 - 23 Isle of Jura - The Jura Music Festival St). Info: [email protected] highland dance talent joined by Oamaru’s own local young Piobaireachd and light music followed by a concert style event in A fantastic weekend of traditional Scottish music in a beautiful, 24 Toowong, QLD - Pipers Society International Piping Recital dancers at The Oamaru Opera House, 94 Thames St. Info: remote island setting, Info: www.juramusicfestival.com www.oamaruoperahouse.co.nz/heart-of-the-highlands the evening for those entered in the Under 21 MSR & Hornpipe Bagpipe performances at the Regatta Hotel, 543 Jig events at Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (G 21 - 22 Strontian - Three Lochs Book and Arts Festival Coronation Dr. Info: www.pipebandsqld.org 7 Auckland - Scottish Celtic Music Group & S Blocks), 322 Hardy St. Info: [email protected] With a strong literary focus, this tiny festival in 30 - Oct 7 Warburton East, VIC - Stringmania Monthly on the first Friday at St Luke’s Church, 130 Remuera Rd. or www.celticpipeband-nelson.nz/young-piper-comp the remote village of Strontian on the shores of All instruments welcome to read through favourite Scottish tunes A collaboration between Scottish Fiddler Alasdair Fraser 12 Auckland - Scottish Fiddle Club Fiddle Club Night Loch Sunar. Info: www.threelochs.co.uk and the Melbourne Scottish Fiddle Club, Stringmania is a and dance sets. Info: John Hawthorn: [email protected]. 7:30 PM - 11:00 PM at St Luke’s Church, 130 Remuera Rd. 21 - 30 Wigtown - Wigtown Book Festival celebration and exploration of the traditional arts - music, 9 Blenheim - With Strings Attached Info: www.freewebs.com/aucklandscottishfiddleclub The festival marks the 20th year since Wigtown became dance, language and song. Info: www.stringmaniacamp.com A mix of Irish, Scottish and American folk music with guitar, Scotland’s National Book Town with the largest and most fiddle, banjo bodhran and voice at Dodson Street Beer 20 - 21 Christchurch - Highland Piping Society of Canterbury diverse progamme ever. Info: www.wigtownbookfestival.com OCTOBER 2018 Garden, 1 Dodson St. Info: www.dodsonstreet.co.nz Silver Chanter Solo Piping Competitions 2018 As one of the biggest solo piping competitions in New 22 - 30 Shetland - Shetland Wool Week 5 - 7 Canberra, ACT - Clan Mackenzie National Gathering 9 Nelson - Celtic Pipe Band: Worlds Variety Concert Zealand and highly rated amongst competitors and Shetland’s textile industry celebrates the sheep that Calling all Mackenzies and Septs to join together in a The Celtic Pipe Band present an afternoon of entertainment spectators alike, the competitions are home to the biggest catapulted it to fame masterclasses, workshops chance to delve into your family history and meet fellow with a mixture of traditional and modern music in their very clan members.This event is in conjunction with the own Worlds Variety Concert at the Nelson Centre of Musical light music prize in NZ piping, the Silver Chanter March, and events led by professionals from the textile and Canberra Highland Gathering in Kambah including the Arts. All proceeds will help CPB get to the World Pipe Band Strathspey & Reel event at St Andrew’s College, Normans design industry, along with a makers market and Saturday night Ceilidh at the Burns Club. New members and Championships in Glasgow - August 2019. Tickets: www.ncma.nz Rd. Info: www.pipersclub.co.nz/competitions exhibitions. Info: www.shetlandwoolweek.com families are welcome. Please contact Secretary Geraldine Fennessy: 0408 507 573 if you are planning to attend. 6 Canberra, ACT - Canberra Burns Club Highland Gathering A free day of Scottish events includes the ACT Pipe Band Answers to Scottish Genealogical Research Championships, Scottish heavy events, Scottish dance and DID YOU stalls. A great day of Scottish fun and friendship at Kett Street Scotword on Page 6 Oval, Kambah. Info: www.canberragathering.com.au 6 Brisbane, QLD - A Braw Scots Night 2018 KNOW? Across: 1) Sarks, 2) Gunnel, 8) Aisle, Let us build Clan Campbell Society Australia, Queensland’s annual celebration dinner. Celebrate your Clan at the Clan Ceilidh 9) Enlighten, 11) Maelstrom, at Riverside Receptions, 50 Oxlade Dr. Info: Peter Spencer: The Scottish Banner is your Scottish 12) Tiree, 13) Coalfield, 16) Opals, [email protected] or 0403 370 332. the #1 source for Scottish 7 Ipswich, QLD - Piobaireachd Group Queensland Social 18) Ochre, 19) Islanders, 21) Locum, Come along and play a tune or just listen and discuss the classical events in Australasia! Family Tree! music of the Highland Bagpipe at Ipswich Thistle Pipe Band 23) Battleaxe, 26) Treasurer, Hall, cnr Lion & Moffat Sts., Limstone Park. Info: 07 3397 4512. With hundreds of Scottish 27) Model, 28) French, 29) Miser. Ron Dempsey 19 Toowong, QLD - Sounds of Scotland - The Journey Fresh from performing at the Royal Edinburgh Military events listed from around Down: 1) Sassenach, 2) Reeks, General Delivery Tattoo, Brisbane Boys’ College Pipe Bands join with local musicians and dancers to present their Sounds of Scotland the world and updated 3) Steer, 4) Gold Medal, 5) Nightgown, Udora, Ontario variety concert. Come along for a great night of Scottish entertainment at Brisbane Boys’ College (BBC), Kensington weekly. See our most up to 6) Enter, 7) Tarmac, 10) Neeps, L0C 1L0, Canada Terrace. Info: (07) 3309 3500 or [email protected] date listings and add your 20 - 21 Glen Innes, NSW - Outlander Fan Gathering 14) Freemason, 15) Edinburgh, The clocks will turn back to 1743 with the magic of the event anytime at: Australian Standing Stones as a backdrop, you can lose 17) Alexander, 18) Owlet, 20) Sheila, For details email: yourself in the romance and drama of the Outlander www.scottishbanner.com/events 22) Cheer, 24) Thrum, 25) Lambs. [email protected] series. Info: www.outlanderfangathering.com.au

The Scottish Banner • September 2018 • Page 23 THE SCOTTISH BANNER The Battle of PrestonpansBy: Judy Vickers

Honouring a Jacobite Rising Bonnie Prince Charlie and his lifeguard.

On 21st September 1745 the Battle of Prestonpans took place between the Jacobite and Government armies and was the first major conflict of the 1745 Uprising. This month the East Lothian town of Prestonpans will see history come to life as some dramatic re-enactments will relive one of the most critical points in British history as Judy Vickers explains.

t 6am on a misty September King George II. The battle was over in just explaining the role of the horsemen of in Prestonpans runs from September 8 morning, just under 1500 ten minutes with hundreds of Redcoat the battle; the Redcoat soldiers being put to September 23 and is a display of more Jacobite rebels let loose their troops killed, wounded or taken prisoner through their paces; Prince Charlie’s War than 5000 miniature paper model soldiers blood-curdling war cries and, – out of 2300 men, just 170 managed to Council; and ultimately, the spectacular created by artist Peter Dennis. Every Ato the sound of the skirl of the pipes, flee – while the Jacobites, led by James’ re-enactment of The Battle of Prestonpans soldier of every company, every clan and charged at a force of Government son, Bonnie Prince Charlie, suffered less itself. As the event is supporting every regiment has been hand crafted to Redcoats – and so took their place in one than 100 fatalities or injuries. Scotland’s Year of Young People, there create a unique model of the rival armies. of the most celebrated and romanticised The event has captured the imagination will be children’s crafts and a chance for Also on display will be dramatic paintings battles in Scottish history. of many of Scotland’s writers, from poet youngsters to train as junior Jacobites. of the battle by Andrew Hillhouse. And Robert Burns to novelists Walter Scott Visitors will be able to explore the the Prestonpans Tapestry, a 105-metre 1745 Jacobite rising and Robert Louis Stevenson, and more Jacobite and Hanoverian camps and talk long embroidered depiction of the story The Battle of Prestonpans was the first latterly the television series Outlander to the re-enactors, who will remain in of the battle, will be on show at Cockenzie major battle of the 1745 Jacobite rising immortalised the event. character throughout, as well as being House in Cockenzie from September 1 to and saw the army loyal to the Stuart And next month a major re-enactment able to handle historic weapons, witness September 23. The tapestry was designed claimant to the throne, James Francis of the battle will take place, as part of one camp life, enter the Royal Enclosure to by local artist, Andrew Crummy and Edward Stuart, win a dramatic victory of the biggest ever living history events, to meet Bonnie Prince Charlie and see an 18th stitched by hundreds of volunteers from over the Redcoat army of Hanoverian mark the anniversary. century printing press in action. across Scotland. Arran Johnston, director of The Scottish Battlefield Trust, one of the organisers, Important cultural legacy said: “This battle has become so iconic The event will also see the launch of because firstly out of all the Jacobite two books about the period; Better is the battles, this was the only occasion when Proud Plaid by Jenn Scott examines the there was a decisive Jacobite victory. It battle and the myths surrounding it by was the moment which really made the examining the clothing and weapons reputation of Bonnie Prince Charlie.” of the combatants; and The Lilies and The East Lothian Battle Weekend the Thistle by Andrew Bamford which will take place across two days and will looks at new evidence of the role of include a series of dramatic re-enactments the French and their contribution to including a recreation of the Raising of the Bonnie Prince Charlie’s cause. Two Standard; the Redcoats’ General Sir John linked exhibitions will also take place Battle of Prestonpans. Cope’s war council at which the officers during September; the Paper Soldiers Battle of Prestonpans.

Photos: Gordon Fraser. Gordon Photos: plan their strategy; a cavalry display exhibition at Prestoungrange Gothenburg

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Mr Johnston explained: “Our Station closing, the land came up for sale understanding of the battlefield has been and there was talk of industrial parks being increasing in terms of what happened put on the battlefield. That has passed – and where.” Archeological work in 2009 just this year the land has come into the revealed that the actual site where the ownership of East Lothian Council which forces clashed was further east than has commissioned a masterplan together previously believed. “But that doesn’t with the community.” diminish the importance of the traditional Redcoat camp at Prestonpans. area,” Mr Johnston added. “That is still the Connection to history area where troops slept and deployed in He said there was much enthusiasm in conservation terms –there can often be the morning, and later where many men from the local community to develop a people, sometimes hundreds of people, were wounded and killed as they fled.” visitor centre and develop interpretation living within the area and there is no legal Battle of Prestonpans. The victory was a huge morale boost for at the site and the Battle of Prestonpans framework to protect them. Even high-profile the Jacobites and led to many more recruits Heritage Trust is working on ideas, places such as Culloden and Sherrifmuir have The Battle of Prestonpans took place on swelling their ranks. By December, Bonnie boosted by a recent Heritage Lottery seen major threats in recent years and there is September 21st, 1745, in fields between Prince Charlie had led them deep into grant. The weekend’s events will also see housing happening on the core of the Pinkie Prestonpans, Tranent, Cockenzie and Port England before their fortunes changed, the dedication of two new memorials battlefield. It’s not about trying to stop any sort Seton. The Redcoats had the advantage leading to their ultimate defeat at Culloden. to honour those who died as part of a of progress or development but recognising of a good position with marshy ground in But the battle has left a deep and memorial parade taking place through that battlefields are very valuable. People often front of them, meaning a frontal charge by important cultural legacy and recent years the town of Prestonpans, which has many feel a real connection to history standing in the Highlanders would quickly flounder have seen a campaign to safeguard the site streets named after those who fought the place where such sacrifices were made. We and become bogged down. But the and make it more of a visitor attraction, in the battle. The new memorials are owe it to our ancestors to preserve the places Jacobite army was led through the night said Mr Johnston. “Three or four years ago stone tables, bearing the names of the where those sacrifices were made in the past over the marshes by a local from their there was anxiety about the western half regiments of each army and sculpted by but we also owe it to future generations not ranks who knew the paths and at 6am they of the battlefield. The land was owned by local artist Gardner Molloy. They will be just to selfishly destroy them.” charged the surprised Redcoats. Scottish Power and, with Cockenzie Power the first memorial to all those who fell The re-enactment weekend takes and were buried on the field of battle. The place on September 15 and 16, 11am procession will include members of the to 5pm, at Greenhills, Prestonpans. clans that fought for the Jacobite cause in For more information on the Battle of the battle alongside members of the British Prestonpans Re-enactment event and army, representing the Redcoats, and East Lothian Battle Weekend visit: school children with banners. www.eastlothianbattles.com Mr Johnston said such events helped to raise the profile of battlefields which were often neglected compared to solid monuments such as castles. “An enactment is a big visually exciting moment and brings a lot of people together but we want to use this as an opportunity to stimulate interest Prestonpans redcoats. and massage that interest into the rest of Prestonpans 2015. the year. Battlefields are a huge challenge Townsville Tartan Day 2018 Guest performers from Brisbane, Scotch on the Rocks (Bruce Mitchell, accordionist and Brian Bisset vocalist), kept the crowd entertained in the central area in addition to displays of Scottish Country Dancing and Highland Dancing.

Townsville well and truly on the Scottish Australian heritage map The Parade of Tartans in Flinders Street L - R: Townsville RSL Memorial Pipes & Drums, Lower Burdekin Caledonian Pipe was led by the massed band comprising Band, Mackay & District Pipe Band and the Townsville & Thuringowa Pipe Band. members of the Townsville & Thuringowa West Highland Terriers. This year the Westies Pipe Band, Mackay & District Pipe Band, stole the show in numbers and cuteness! ownsville Tartan Day 2018 attracted These visitors included the Australian Lower Burdekin Caledonian Pipe Band and The challenge has now been issued an even larger crowd than previous Commissioner for Clan Scott, Heather the Townsville RSL Memorial Pipes & Drums. to owners of other Scottish breeds to years with an estimated attendance de Sylva and her husband Paul; the Clan Scott was the Honoured Clan and register their dogs for 2019! of 11,500 people between 8.30 and Australian High Commissioner for Clan members were led by visiting Australian The Townsville Scottish Community T1.00pm. The bright sunshine and crisp 15° of Farquharson, Bruce Finlay and his wife Commissioner Heather de Sylva. Inc. committee very much appreciates the a typical North Queensland winter morning Pauline and Dr Frank Davidson, High The contingent of clan representatives comment from Dr Frank Davidson, following provided ideal conditions for an outdoor Commissioner in Australia for Clan looked very impressive with 65 clan banners his first visit to Townsville Tartan Day; Scottish event – and were particularly Davidson, also representing the Scottish resplendent in the sunshine. As usual the “Congratulations to the cleverly cooperative welcome to the southern visitors who were Australian Heritage Council. parade had a section for dogs of Scottish breeds team who have put Townsville well and truly escaping Sydney’s top daytime temp of 17°! The Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans opened the including Border Collies, Scottish Terriers and on the Scottish Australian heritage map.” day on the steps of Victoria Bridge with a backdrop of the massed band that had just marched across the pedestrian bridge from Palmer Street. Tartans were laid on drums provided by the bands and clan banners were lowered for the blessing. A large crowd gathered around the steps in respectful silence during the offering of prayers followed by a very moving rendition of Amazing Grace by solo piper Casey Stephenson and the combined bands from The Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans. Scottish dogs on display. Townsville, the Burdekin and Mackay.

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IN THE SCOTTISH KITCHEN

bottomed tart tin. Place the pastry-lined Dundee Lamb Chops tin in the fridge for 10 minutes to firm up. Ingredients: Place a piece of greaseproof paper into the Four leg of lamb chops tart shell and fill with baking beans or dried 75ml/2.5 fluid oz. or five tablespoons pulses. Bake for 10 -15 minutes and then vinegar remove greaseproof and beans. Leave in Half teaspoon ground ginger oven for a further 10 minutes so that the 4 tablespoons marmalade pastry is dry and crisp. For the filling, in a 4 slices orange for garnish frying pan fry the bacon, garlic and onion 60g/2 oz. or half stick butter together in the butter until softened and 75ml/2½ fluid oz. water golden-brown. Drain off any excess fat. Half teaspoon paprika Mix the cream and eggs together in a Salt and pepper bowl until well combined. Layer the cheese Method: with the bacon and onion mixture in the You will need a frying pan with a heavy cooked pastry case and pour over the egg base and a close-fitting lid. First, brown mixture. Top with some more cheese and the chops in the butter. Sprinkle the ginger, trim the crust if needed. Bake for 25-30 paprika, salt and pepper over the chops and minutes or until the filling is just set in the add water and vinegar. Place a generous middle. Serve in slices while still hot. tablespoon of marmalade on the top of each chop. Bring to a slow simmer and cook for Dundee Cake 1-2 tbsp. vegetable oil 45 minutes on a very low heat. If required, Minestrone soup 250g/9oz. beef mince add a little extra water. Serve with a twist of 1 onion, peeled, chopped orange on top of the chops and with boiled 1 carrot, peeled, finely chopped potatoes and fresh vegetables. with pesto 1 celery stalk, trimmed, finely chopped 1 tbsp. tomato purée Method: Ingredients: 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4. Cook the potatoes and swede in a saucepan of 3 tbsp. olive oil splash bitter ale salted boiling water until tender. Drain well 40g/1½oz. butter 1 free-range egg, beaten and return to the pan. Heat 50g/2oz. butter 2 large onions, finely chopped To serve: in a pan and gently cook the cabbage for a 1 leek, halved lengthways and thinly sliced mashed potatoes Ingredients: few minutes, until the cabbage is tender but 250g/9oz. potatoes, peeled and finely brown sauce 175g/6oz. softened butter, plus chopped retains its colour. Add the cabbage to the extra for greasing 3 sticks celery, finely chopped Method: pan with the potatoes and swede. Add the 175g/6oz. soft light brown sugar 150g/5oz. savoy cabbage For the pastry, blend the flour, butter remaining 25g/1oz butter and mash together 3 tbsp. orange marmalade 2 litres/3½ pints beef or vegetable stock cubes and salt in a food processor until the using a potato masher. Season, to taste, with 3 free-range eggs, beaten 400g/14oz. can Italian chopped tomatoes mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Add the salt and freshly ground black pepper. Place 225g/8oz. self-raising flour salt and freshly ground black pepper cheese, water and egg yolk and continue to the mashed vegetables into an ovenproof 25g/oz. ground almonds 2 tbsp. green basil pesto blend until the mixture comes together as lidded dish and top with the cheese. Cover 1 heaped tsp ground mixed spice a dough. Turn out the dough onto a lightly with a lid and bake in the oven for about 30 Method: 400g/14oz. mixed dried fruit floured work surface and knead lightly for minutes, then remove the lid and continue to 75g/3oz. glace cherries, halved Heat the oil and butter in a large pan. 3-4 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. cook for a further 15 minutes, or until piping 2 tbsp. whisky or milk Add onions, leek and potatoes and cook Wrap the dough in cling film and chill in hot and golden-brown on top. 40g/1½oz. blanched almonds to decorate for about five minutes, until starting to the fridge for at least one hour. Meanwhile, 1 tsp granulated or caster sugar, to soften, stirring from time to time. Add for the filling, heat the oil in a frying pan Rustic smoky bacon quiche decorate (optional) the celery and cook for a few minutes over a medium heat. Add the beef mince, Method: more. Meanwhile cut the half cabbage in batches if necessary, and fry for 6-8 Preheat the oven to 150C/300F/Gas 2. Grease in quarters. Remove central stalk from minutes, turning once, or until browned all and double-line a 20cm/8in loose-based cabbage and discard. Cut leaves across the over. Remove from the pan and set aside deep cake tin with greaseproof paper. Beat the wedge shape in short shreds. Pour stock (keep warm). Repeat the process with the butter and sugar in a food processor for 3-4 and can of tomatoes into the pan with remaining batches of beef mince. minutes, or until very light and fluffy. Add the the cabbage. Bring to the boil and gently Add the onion, carrot and celery to simmer for about 30 mins. Add pesto for marmalade and mix for a few seconds more. the pan used to fry the mince. Fry for 3-4 Slowly add the eggs, one at a time, beating well the last 5 mins, and check the seasoning minutes, stirring well, until softened. before serving. after each addition. Add the flour, almonds Return the mince to the pan and stir Ingredients: and spices to the batter. Mix slowly until well in the tomato purée, Worcestershire For the pastry: combined, then stir in the mixed dried fruit sauce and bitter ale. Bring the mixture to Beef and onion pie 150g/5oz. unsalted butter (cut into cubes) and cherries with a large metal spoon. Add the a simmer and cook, stirring regularly, for with cheese crust 250g/9oz. plain flour whisky or milk and mix until well combined. 8-10 minutes, or until the majority of the 1 free-range egg Spoon the mixture into the cake tin, smooth liquid has evaporated. Preheat the oven to pinch of salt the surface and carefully arrange the blanched 200C/400F/Gas 6. Grease a 20cm-25cm/8- For the filling: almonds in circles on top. Bake for 1½-2 10in pie plate with butter. When the dough 80g/3oz. smoked bacon, cut into hours, or until well risen, firm and golden- has chilled, divide it in half. Roll out one matchsticks brown. (Test the cake by inserting a skewer half onto a lightly floured work surface 2 garlic cloves into the centre. If the skewer comes out clean, until slightly larger than the pie plate. 1 white onion, finely chopped the cake is done.) Leave the cake to cool for Carefully line the pie plate with the pastry, 10 minutes then remove from the tin, peel off 20g/1oz. unsalted butter pressing it into the edges of the plate. the lining paper and set aside to cool on a wire 60g/2oz. strong Scottish cheddar, grated Spoon the filling into the pie case. Roll rack. Sprinkle with granulated sugar. Store in a 250ml/9fl oz. single cream the remaining dough out onto a lightly cake tin and eat within 4-5 days. 2 free-range eggs Ingredients: floured work surface until it is slightly 2 free-range egg yolks For the pastry: larger than the pie dish. Brush the rim of Bannockburn Cocktail 225/8oz. plain flour, plus extra for dusting the pie case with a little of the egg wash. Method: Ingredients: 75g/2¾oz. chilled butter, cut into cubes, Place the pastry disc on top of the pie and For the pastry, preheat the oven to 1 nip whisky (whisky,bourbon) plus extra for greasing press the edges together. Brush the pie lid 180C/350F/Gas 4. In a large bowl, rub the 1 dash worcestershire sauce pinch salt all over with the remaining beaten egg. butter and flour together to a breadcrumb 1 dash tomato juice 75g/2¾oz. mature Lancashire cheese, or Prick the pastry all over several times with texture using your fingers. Add the egg slice lemon similar mature crumbly cheese, grated a fork. Bake the pie in the oven for 35-40 and salt to bring the pastry together. Wrap 4 tbsp. water minutes, or until the pastry is crisp and in cling film and chill in the fridge for 10 Method: 1 free-range egg yolk pale golden-brown. Serve with mashed minutes. Remove the pastry from the fridge, Pour into a cocktail glass and garnish with For the filling: potatoes and brown sauce. and roll out to fit a deep 18cm/7in loose- a slice of lemon.

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1 - Death of St Giles, patron saint of 7 - The birth of Henry Campbell Bannerman, 12 - Jacobites defeated government 21 - Prince Charles Edward Stuart emerged Edinburgh (and Elgin). 714 the British Prime Minister. Born in Glasgow forces at Battle of Sheriffmuir. 1715 victorious at the Battle of Prestonpans. The and educated at Glasgow and Cambridge, Jacobite army of just over 3,000 under Bonnie 1- The sole remaining gas street lamp in Bannerman became the Liberal MP for Prince Charlie heavily defeated the English Glasgow was lit for the last time. 1971 Stirling in 1868, a position he held until Royal forces led by Sir John Cope. 1745 2 - Death of engineer, road, bridge and his death. He climbed the parliamentary 22 - Alex Salmond defeated Margaret Ewing by canal builder Thomas Telford. He was ranks, before becoming leader of the 486 votes to 186 to become National Convenor buried in Westminster Abbey. 1834 Liberal Party in 1899. Bannerman became of the Scottish National Party (SNP). Salmond Prime Minister in 1905 following Balfour’s 2 - Bill Shankly, arguably the greatest football is credited with improving the credibility of resignation, and led his party to a landslide manager ever, was born in Glenbuck, Ayrshire. the SNP by projecting a moderate image and victory in the 1906 general election. 1836 His early career saw him winning seven caps presenting the party as a realistic alternative for Scotland as a professional footballer. At 8 - The hanging and beheading of John Baird to the Labour Party. He would go on to the age of 33, Shankly was approaching the and Andrew Hardie in Stirling, following the 12 - The death of William McNab, the curator become First Minister of Scotland. 1990 end of his playing days, so when the 1946- Battle of Bonnymuir in April. The Radicals, of the Edinburgh’s Royal Botanic Garden. 23 - The Earl of Mar was commissioned 47 season brought professional football who were on strike from the weaving th McNab was one of the greatest of 19 century to raise a regiment nicknamed “Earl of back post-war, Shankly embarked on a communities in outrage at decreased Scottish gardeners, responsible for reviving Mar’s Gray Breeks” which later became wages, had marched from Glasgow towards new career as a manager, he was appointed the Royal Botanic Garden of Edinburgh, the Royal Scots Fusiliers. 1678 chairman of Liverpool in 1959. At this time the Carron Iron Works in Falkirk. 1820 elevating it from a state of neglect into one of Liverpool was languishing in the Second 24 - Edward Balliol, son of John Balliol, crowned 9 - James IV and the flower of Scotland’s the world’s great plant collections. 1848 Division. Shankly turned this situation around at Scone. He was deposed by supporters nobility were killed in battle at Flodden and elevated Liverpool to the top of the 13 - Battle of Aberdeen, in which the Marquis of David II in December 1332, restored in Field, near Branxton, in the English league, the envy of all other clubs. Shankly of Montrose captured the city. 1644 1333, deposed again in 1334, restored in county of Northumberland. 1513 died of a heart attack in 1981. 1913 14 - Bonnie Prince Charlie, Charles Edward 1335 and finally deposed in 1341.1332 3 - Prince Charles Edward Stuart Stuart, occupied Edinburgh. 1745 25 - The first telephone cable connecting the UK proclaimed his father as King James 15 - The Hector from Loch Broom, near and North America “went live”. 2,240 miles long, VIII of Scotland at Perth. 1745 Ullapool, arrives at Pictou, Nova Scotia, carrying the cable ran from Gallanach Bay, near Oban in Argyll and Bute, to Clarenville, Canada. 1956 3 - Rioting on the streets of Glasgow, as emigrants escaping from the Clearances. It weavers expressed their anger at wage cuts. is estimated that today there are more than 26 - Queen Margaret, Maid of Norway Workers burned their looms in the streets, 140,000 descendants of these emigrants living (“Eiriksdotter”) died, en route from and bricks were thrown at magistrates and in Canada and the United States. 1773 Norway to Scotland. 1290 soldiers, in protest at the city manufacturers’ 16 - Scottish explorer David Livingstone proposal to reduce the scale of wages. The discovered Lake Nyasa, Africa. 1859 disorder resulted in soldiers opening fire on the insurgents and six people were killed. 1797 16 - Jacobite forces routed Hanoverian dragoons on the outskirts of Edinburgh in 9 - Mary Queen of Scots was crowned in what was known as the Canter of Coltbrig. the security of Stirling Castle. Although only At the beginning of September Charles had six days old at the time, Mary’s coronation entered Perth. He had then crossed the Forth took place in the castle chapel following unopposed at the Fords of Frew and, after the death of her father, James V. 1543 passing through Stirling and Linlithgow, he arrived within a few miles of Edinburgh. 1745 10 - HRH Duke of York opened 27 - The 80,000-ton liner Queen Elizabeth, then the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and 17 - David Dunbar Buick was born in the largest passenger ship ever built, launched Museum in Glasgow. 1897 Arbroath. Buick emigrated to the USA with at John Brown’s shipyard, Clydebank. 1938 his parents at the age of two and founded 10 - The Scots were defeated by the English 27- Scotland’s first passenger railway, between the Buick Manufacturing Company which 4 - The last of the famous green and yellow at the Battle of Pinkie Cleugh, or Falside, Glasgow and Garnkirk, opened. The formation tramcars ran in Glasgow. The final scheduled near Edinburgh. The battle was sparked by later became General Motors. 1854 of the Glasgow to Garnkirk line stemmed tram ran from Dalmuir to Auchenshuggle in the “Rough Wooing”; the English demands 18 - Theatre Royal, Glasgow, became from that need for transporting industrial the city’s East End, and marked the demise of a that the ten-year-old Edward VI should the first theatre in Britain to be lit by gas. goods. However, the success of the line was transportation system dating from August 1872. marry Mary Queen of Scots, aged five. The The Queen Street Theatre’s consent to due to its having been specially constructed More than 200,000 Glaswegians turned out to military campaign by Henry VIII on the be “illuminated with sparkling gas” in to also carry passenger traffic.1831 bid a poignant farewell to the trams. Borders followed the reneged agreement 1962 the presence of a large and fashionable 28 - “Battle of the Clans” between clans by the Scots Parliament that the two - The Forth Road Bridge was opened to the audience was a significant advance.1818 Chattan and Kay on the North Inch, Perth, 4 crowns would be united by marriage. The public. Construction had begun in 1958, and in front of King Robert III. Clan Chattan battle was fought at Pinkie Cleugh (cleugh at 6,156 feet long, with a centre span of 3300 was declared victorious. 1396 meaning narrow glen in Gaelic) outside feet, the suspension bridge spanning the River Musselburgh and can be regarded as the 29 - Charter granted to Sir William Forth at South Queensferry outside Edinburgh first “modern” battle on British soil.1547 Alexander of Menstrie to colonise the was the longest in Europe at that time. 1964 “Baronetcy of Nova Scotia”. 1621 11 - Battle of Stirling Bridge, Wallace 4 - The Queen has officially opened the (as famously portrayed by Mel Gibson 29 - John Cobb made an attempt at the world Queensferry Crossing. She was accompanied inBraveheart) and Andrew de Moray led water-speed record on Loch Ness which ended in by Prince Philip as she cut the ribbon on the Scotland to victory against the forces tragedy as the boat crashed and Cobb was killed. £1.35bn road bridge - exactly 53 years after she of England’s King Edward I. 1297 Cobb was a racing driver who had broken the opened the Forth Road Bridge. The 1.7 miles land speed record in 1938, 1939, and 1947, when 11 - The Referendum on Devolution in 18 - Scotland holds a Referendum on (2.7km) structure is the longest three-tower, independence. More than 3.6m people turned he became the first man ever to attain a speed Scotland which approved the creation of of 400 miles per hour on land. In 1952 he made cable-stayed bridge in the world. 2017 out to answer the referendum question: a new Scottish Parliament. In the 1990s, an attempt on the water speed record. On his - John Home, the Scottish playwright, ‘Should Scotland be an independent country?’ 5 the Labour Party had revived the idea of first run, he became the first person to break the historian and minister, died. Home outraged 55.3% voted no and 44.7% voted yes. 2014 devolution and, on their return to power 200 miles per hour barrier, but his boat crashed the Church when his verse tragedy, Douglas, in 1997, the first moves were made. The 19 - The Great North of Scotland Railway opened, shortly afterwards and he was killed. 1952 enjoyed a successful run in Edinburgh after referendum received an overwhelming running from Aberdeen to Huntly. 1854 its first performance in 1757.1808 “Yes” vote in favour of establishing a 30 - Announcement of the discovery - Liner Queen Elizabeth II launched at Scottish assembly with tax-raising powers, 20 of penicillin by Ayrshire-born Sir 6 - The Earl of Mar unfurled the standard John Brown’s shipyard at Clydebank. The ship with 74.3 per cent voting for a Scottish Alexander Fleming. 1928 of the “Old Pretender” in Braemar at the was not named after the Queen, but rather was parliament and 63.5 per cent in favour of 30 - John Rae, explorer and surveyor of Canada’s start of the first Jacobite Uprising.1715 the second ship to bear that name. This is why it having tax-raising powers. The Scottish northern coastline was born in Orkney. Several the Arabic ‘2’ is used in the name rather than 7 - Sir Simon Fraser, the “Scottish Patriot”, Parliament was formally opened by Orkney born explorers worked in the Canadian the Roman numerals used by the Queen. The who fought alongside Wallace and Robert the Queen on 1 July 1999, with Labour Arctic in the employ of the Hudson’s Bay ship made its maiden voyage in 1969. 1967 the Bruce, was executed by the English politician Donald Dewar invested as the first Company, but Rae was the most outstanding. and his head displayed in London minister, at the helm of a Labour-Liberal 21 - King James V crowned at Rae was recently granted a posthumous Freedom alongside that of Wallace. 1306 Democrat coalition government. 1997 Stirling Castle. 1513 of Orkney from the local officials.1813

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By: Nick Drainey Celebrating 20 years of the Wigtown Book Festival

Wigtown National Book Town launch 1998.

This month is the 20th Wigtown Book Festival, one of the UK’s best-loved literary events, with over 200 events and activities for all ages, including music, theatre, food and visual arts. The story is one of transformation as the town when it started was in crisis with a local creamery and distillery closing which meant big levels of unemployment. The Book Town status and festival have, however, seen it pull itself out of the doldrums as Nick Drainey explains.

wenty years ago, the sleepy backwater spending of more than £2million to the local out programmes - my memory is of going Town – a designation which led to the of Wigtown on the Galloway coast economy. This year, authors ranging from up and down the street in Wigtown and festival. “The whole town was involved in saw a transformation from a down comedian Susan Calman and TV presenter being excited at the fact that all these people that process and when they were waiting at heel place experiencing increasing Clare Balding to actress Ruth Jones and were suddenly flooding into a town that had for the phone call (to let them know if Tlevels of unemployment to a thriving novelist John Boyne will be appearing. previously felt quite like a ghost town.” they had been successful), members destination on the literary world stage. In May Here, three figures central to those She attended Mairi Hedderwick’s of the public were congregated on the 1998 it was officially designated Scotland’s beginnings and still involved to this appearance at what is now the library but street outside. The agreement was that as National Book Town, joining a global network day recall their memories of this at the time was a courtroom. “It was a bit soon as they knew they would open the of other literary hotspots across the world. turnaround in a town’s fortunes. surreal because I had grown up on Katie window and let everybody know. It was The next year the first Wigtown Book Morag stories and she was a household a special and important moment and a Festival took place, an event that will Anne Barclay, Operational Director name. It was incredible to see her in our moment that anybody in the town could celebrate two decades of being a major at the Wigtown Book Festival town engaging with the primary schools be involved with.” date in the literary calendar this month Anne Barclay was 13 when the book festival and telling her stories.” The town was in need of a pick-up (September 21 to 30), despite its geographical came to her home town for the first time. Anne remembers when, earlier in 1998, following the closure of a railway line and isolation. The event now attracts thousands Anne said; “Part of my remit at the first the news came through that the town was subsequent demise of a creamery and of visitors and brings in much needed festival was with the local guide unit to hand going to become Scotland’s National Book distillery. Anne says Wigtown was “really was on its knees.” She adds: “Everybody wanted to continue to live here but you can’t really do that when there is no way of earning a living, or your basic amenities disappear.” Things would be less rosy in Wigtown without the Book Town status and resulting festival which have brought many visitors to the town, helping hotels, B&Bs, restaurants and pubs. Anne says: “The Book Festival and Book Town go hand in hand – a big part of the draw is coming to a town built on books; there are 14 bookshops and book related business to visit. Things would look very, very different now had we not won Book Town status 20 years ago. There are lots of different things to keep the town vibrant, and a place to be proud of.” Anne returned to the town after studying events and entertainment management Anne Barclay, Operational Director at Caledonian University in Glasgow. She at the Wigtown Book Festival. Shaun Bythell. Liz Niven, poet. joined the Book Festival company and is now the operational director.

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Wigtown Book Festival 1999 - event at the first book festival. Mairi Hedderwick at the first Wigtown Book Festival in 1999.

She says: “I wanted to come back here Mr Bythell, who bought his bookshop in most, of the summer turnover but what as audiences and as hosts for people after I graduated because I am really proud 2001, says not everyone was sure about the we make in the summer is enough to see needing accommodation. But there of where I come of pride too, and in lots of book festival at the start. “A few were (keen us through the winter.” had to be discussion about how to host people who support the town in other ways on the idea of a festival) but on the whole the an author – give them space, you don’t that aren’t directly linked to us – whether locals who had been here for generations Liz Niven, poet and writer crowd people, they are not there to it is going out at seven in the morning probably thought that this was some fanciful Poet and writer Liz Niven says the entertain you. It also took a while setting and picking up litter or maintaining the idea that a load of incomers had put together designation of National Book Town status up local people collecting authors from flower borders in the town so it looks and because they felt it was being imposed was vital for both the book festival, and trains, buses and even airports as it beautiful. Overcoming challenges is part on them they weren’t in support of it. But I Wigtown itself. “It could have just drifted became more international.” of the love of the job – for instance at the think you would be hard pressed now to find into being a small, low-key, not widely- Now it is almost unrecognisable from moment one of the challenges is having anyone who isn’t supportive of it. Even those publicised little festival, if it even got to those beginnings. Liz says: “It has been a enough accommodation.” who would have opposed it at the start can keep got going at all. A major reason for that terrify learning curve but highly successful. Anne says they have worked with the see what it has done for the town.” success is achieving National Book Town There is a network, a programme and a local community and one solution has Without the Book Town status or the status which brought a huge amount of planning desk; everything is souped-up so been a number of residents opening their festival Mr Bythell says it was hard to publicity and international support because much better now.” Even in an age of Kindles homes to visitors, as well as a campsite. know what Wigtown would look like but there are book towns in a lot of countries.” and other e-readers the role of book festivals, he believes they are better now. He says: The Book Town status is still including Wigtown, is growing. Liz puts this Shaun Bythell, owner of The “The gardens in the middle of the town, important today. Liz says: “A couple of down to people anting human contact. Book Shop in Wigtown, Scotland’s that are now in the traditional Georgian years ago I was invited over to Clunes, She says: “They have become much largest second-hand bookshop layout, were a horrible reconstituted Australia’s Book Town just outside more successful prominent and there Shaun Bythell was brought up on a concrete, raised rose garden and no one Melbourne. I gave a presentation along is a calendar of festivals. It is like farm just outside Wigtown and says went in there – it was just a horrible mess. with a South Korean writer, an Australian the opposite of the e-book and the the beginnings of the festival were less So, that was one of the first things to writer and a Norwegian writer and they isolationism in your own house of social organised than today, and involved a happen but there were still a lot of shops were all highly aware of Wigtown. They media – people need to come out and lot of partying. He says: “Upstairs, my closed and semi-derelict buildings. If saw it as a good model for their own have the chemistry of talking to other drawing room, becomes the green room you walked into this town in 2001 and Book Towns and I got the impression humans. The need is there to meet other for the writers so there is always some walked into it today you would feel they that Wigtown was on the map.” people who share an interest in books. sort of party. My favourite memories of were very different places – while it is not The first festival was not quite as slick as There is also a celebrity culture as well. the early years are that there was always exactly opulent nowadays at least it looks the one running this September, according To me it should be about books but I can some sort of anarchy about the whole vaguely prosperous whereas back then it to Liz. “It was a sleepy wee village and see the attraction and it brings in loads thing – four o’clock in the mornings didn’t. 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The Scottish Banner • September 2018 • Page 29 THE SCOTTISH BANNER Charles Rennie Mackintosh project funding boost room, designed by Mackintosh in 1907 and Cranston, Mackintosh’s suite of interiors completed in 1908, is acknowledged as one was shop-fitted into the ground floor and of his key works, informing his design ideas basement of a Victorian warehouse and for the Glasgow School of Art Library, which office premises at 205–17 Ingram Street. was completed a year later in 1909. When They were one of four city-centre tearoom the tearooms were removed from their premises Mackintosh worked on for Miss original Ingram Street premises each room Cranston – the others being on Buchanan was numbered, each wall given a reference, Street, Argyle Street and Sauchiehall Street and each piece of panelling coded. Plans and (The Willow Tea Rooms). elevations of the rooms were drawn to show The Ingram Street premises remained how everything fitted together. in use as tearooms until 1951, after which Between 2004-5, with the help of this they were used as shops and storage information, Glasgow Museums quantified and spaces. The interiors were documented documented all surviving Oak Room panelling. and removed in 1971 to enable the building This earlier developmental stage, funded by the to be converted into a hotel, and are now Scottish Government, helped inform the work part of Glasgow City Council’s Museums’ Moira Malcolm, Director of Rainbow Glass Studio, holds a replica glass now taking place to recreate this breath-taking collection, managed and cared for by lamp created for the Oak Room in V&A Dundee. The company’s work was interior, lost to public view for generations. Glasgow Museums, Glasgow Life. Since 1984 based on the remaining glass from Mackintosh’s original tearoom. The Oak Room will be displayed at the small sections of the tearooms have been on he project to conserve, restore and unseen for nearly 50 years, has been one heart of V&A Dundee’s Scottish Design display in Glasgow. Funding grants received redisplay a complete Charles Rennie of the most exciting parts of creating V&A Galleries, a permanent display which will between 1998 and 2007 from the Heritage Mackintosh tearoom interior in V&A Dundee. As a designer, architect and artist, showcase the significance and relevance of Lottery Fund and the Scottish Government Dundee has received a major funding Mackintosh is of worldwide significance. design with a particular focus on Scottish enabled Glasgow Museums to continue to Tboost, thanks to Art Fund and the Scottish He has been an inspiration to very many achievement. The new museum will bring research, care for, conserve and restore these Government. V&A Dundee and Dundee City designers from the moment his work was touring exhibitions from the V&A and other internationally important tearoom interiors. Council are working in partnership with first seen through to today, including the international museums to Scotland, as well V&A Dundee opens on Saturday 15 Glasgow Museums, which rescued the Oak architect of V&A Dundee, Kengo Kuma. as curating its own exhibitions in future years. September, when Mackintosh’s Oak Room interior from destruction in 1971 and When we set about developing galleries Room will be revealed. V&A Dundee will took the disassembled interior into Glasgow for the new museum telling the story The Ingram Street Tearoom interiors be an international centre for design, City Council’s museum collections. The of Scotland’s design history, it was vital The interiors of the Ingram Street housed in a world-class building created project will preserve this historic lost interior Mackintosh was represented in a major way. Tearooms designed by Charles Rennie by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma at the for generations to come, having last been Now, with the aid of the Heritage Lottery Mackintosh between 1900 and 1911 are heart of Dundee’s revitalised waterfront. used as a tearoom in the early 1950s. Fund, the Art Fund, the Scottish Government unique. They are the only surviving suite It will hold major exhibitions, celebrate and others that has been made possible.” of interiors from a tearoom complex design heritage, inspire and promote Worldwide significance The Oak Room was the largest Charles dating from the early twentieth century. In contemporary talent, and encourage Philip Long, Director of V&A Dundee, said: Rennie Mackintosh interior for Miss Glasgow, they are the most important work future design innovation. June 7th was the “The project to conserve and restore an Cranston’s Ingram Street Tearooms in of undiscovered Mackintosh. Designed 150th anniversary of the birth of Charles entire interior by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Glasgow. The 13.5 metre-long, double-height for tearoom entrepreneur Miss Catherine Rennie Mackintosh. Kilt Towel’s The 2018 Aberdeen Highland Games

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Page 30 • The Scottish Banner • September 2018 THE SCOTTISH BANNER Beano Day at the National Library Dennis and Gnasher, Minnie the Minx and billions of Beanos! Something which has the Bash Street Kids to millions of households been passed down through generations. throughout Britain. Its Scottish origins It’s amazing to think that this was just make it a particularly important title for us the beginning of what has become the to collect and treasure for the nation, and world’s longest running comic and I hope we continue to collect all the latest editions. it inspires visitors to enjoy our past and The first edition is extremely rare, with only become involved in our exciting future.” a few copies believed to be in existence. The children’s comic was first published We’re delighted to be celebrating the beloved by DC Thomson in July 1938 and is still put comic’s birthday by offering members of the together in its original Dundee headquarters. public the full Beano experience.” The Beano comic continues to print in the UK, producing 75,000 comics every week. The The world’s longest running comic brand reaches over 5m fans a month on its Mike Stirling, Head of Beano Studios digital network, centred around multi-award Scotland, said: “There were nearly half a winning Beano.com, featuring the hottest million copies of the first issue of Beano trends and most-loved content in a kid safe printed, but less than thirty are thought to environment – from mad dance crazes and remain, mainly in private collections, so LOL-some comedy sketches to epic celebrity this is an amazing opportunity for as many challenges and fresh new ‘toons. eano fans got a rare glimpse of Graeme Hawley, Head of General as people as possible to encounter one of the first ever edition from 1938 at Collections at the Library said: “Beano is the the most sought after comics on the planet. Did you know? the National Library of Scotland world’s longest-running comic, introducing It’s arguably the most important single • Estimates vary but it is believed that at Kelvin Hall, Glasgow recently. much-loved and popular characters such as issue of a comic in history – the very first of between 12 and 25 copies of the first BCelebrating Beano’s 80th anniversary, Beano have survived. the one-day pop-up exhibition featured highlights from the Library’s extensive • The very first Beano cost two old Beano collection – from decades-old pennies. Its 28 pages were a mixture of funny comic strips and text adventure summer specials to the latest editions. stories. The cover star of the first edition It also included a comic from 1952 that (and for the first 10 years) was Big Eggo, featured an early appearance of Dennis an ostrich in constant search for his lost the Menace on the front cover. Despite egg. The troubled ostrich lost his front being the most famous Beano character page position to Biffo the Bear in 1948. for many, he didn’t get regular front cover • The Beano was an instant success status until 1974. and by 1950, each issue was Original artwork by legendary artists selling close to 2 million copies. Its Leo Baxendale, David Law and David popularity continues to this day with Sutherland from publisher DC Thomson’s a comic sold every 17 seconds. archives were also on display.

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The Scottish Banner • September 2018 • Page 31 THE SCOTTISH BANNER Glasgow pipes up as Piping Live! returns to the city

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