Clan Pageant and Parade FAQ's
If I do not have a passport can I take part in the Parade?
Unfortunately due to logistics and policing of the Clan Parade and Pageant it is essential that only those with a passport take part. This element of the event is effectively part of the pageant and will be quite a spectacle for those watching as so many people will be dressed in their clan regalia parading up the Royal mile. People are more than welcome to come and watch the parade on the Royal Mile.
Do I have to be a member of a clan to take part in the parade?
No. People will generally march in clan groups but there will almost certainly be a large number of people with no affiliation therefore they will just walk as a group.
Do I have to take part in the parade to gain entry to the Clan Pageant?
It is not essential that you walk with the parade to enter the Clan Pageant. As long as you have a ticket you can go straight to the Castle esplanade with your ticket.
Do I have to walk all the way up the Royal Mile to take part in the parade?
It may be possible to join the parade further up the Royal Mile. More information will be released as logistics are refined.
What if I can't walk up the Royal Mile is there alternative transportation?
We will be providing buses to travel up the Royal Mile for those who are not physically able to walk up themselves. Bookings for the buses will open in 2008.
What if the weather is bad?
Both the parade and the clan pageant will go ahead regardless of weather.
Can we carry our clan banners during the parade?
Yes, we would ask that every clan nominate someone to carry the clan banner at the head of the group. We would ask that this is the only banner that is carried as there will be no space to take the banners into the seating during the clan pageant.
What order will the clans parade up the Royal Mile?
Clans will travel up the Royal Mile in alphabetical order. This will be organised by The Gathering 2009 team at the designated meeting point.
How long will the parade take?
It is estimated the parade will take 1-2 hours to get every clan up the Royal Mile.
What happens to the clan banners once we reach the castle esplanade?
The banners will be collected in by The Gathering team.
