Welcome to The Gathering 2009

the gathering of the clans 2009

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On the 25th and 26th July 2009 Edinburgh will witness one of the largest clan gatherings in history.

Holyrood Park will host a magnificent Highland Games over the two days, then on the Saturday evening Clan members will parade up the historic Royal Mile and take their seats on the castle esplanade for a spectacular Clan Pageant .

For your chance to be part of history get hold of one of our Passports.

The Gathering 2009 is delighted to be one of the signature events of Homecoming Scotland.  For further details on the full Homecoming Scotland program, available in late May, visit the Homecoming webpage.

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August 2008 Newsletter

August 2008 Newsletter You're due a Deuchars at The Gathering 2009 Edinburgh's last remaining brewery will be rolling out the barrels at The Gathering 2009. The Caledonian Brewing Company are to sponsor a major part of ...

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Around the world in 21 days - Lord Sempill's Blog

Around the world in 21 days - Lord Sempill's Blog Over three consecutive weekends, I attended Highland Games on three different continents - probably a first! In Aberdeen in New South Wales, Australia, I was given the honour to be Chief of their Games. This was only their ...

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The Gathering 2009 Podcast

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Listen to the latest Podcasts from The Gathering 2009 here.

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Deuchars World Highland Games Heavy Events Championship 2009

Deuchars World Highland Games Heavy Events Championship 2009

The 'Heavies' are due to descend on Edinburgh