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Pitlochry Highland Games

September 10, 2022

£8

Pitlochry Highland Games

Pitlochry Highland games is held on Saturday the 10th September. Along with the Highland Games there is also a country fair. The event is in its 10th year and is held in the grounds of Gordon Castle. The location, Gordon Castle estate is near the village of Fochabers in Moray. Pitlochry Highland Games

What to expect

The event has three main arena’s. These are the Highland games arena, the music marquee and the country sport arena.

  • 10.00 am Gates Open
  • Junior Heavy Events
  • Piping Championships
  • Highland dancing competition
  • Heavy Competition
  • Tug O’ War
  • Massed piped bands
  • Come & try events
  • Falconry display
  • Gun Dogs event
  • Riders of the Storm
  • Chainsaw creations
  • Vintage Tractors & classic car display
  • 5.00 pm Event closes

How to get there

If travelling by car Fochaber village is located on the A96 road. From the west this is 47 miles from Inverness and takes just over an hour by car. Travelling from the East it is 56 miles from Aberdeen and from the south take the A95 from Aviemore.We would recommend travelling by car however to get there by train you would need to travel from Inverness or Aberdeen to Elgin and then take a bus or taxi. Train timetable and prices can be found on the Scotrail website.

Tickets

Tickets can be only be purchased on the day. There is also no card machine so it is cash only. Ticket prices are:Adult – £8Child (5-16) – £2Under 5’s – FreeCar Park – £2

Other facilities

If visiting outwith the games the Castle also has a walled garden with a children’s playground and a cafe worth visiting. The cafe serves hot drinks, food and afternoon tea.The estate also manages eight miles of double bank fly fishing on the River Spey. Enjoy salmon or trout fly fishing by purchasing a permit.The castle also caters for weddings across various venues. The castle hosts intimate weddings up to 40 guests, their orangery hosts larger parties and in 2020 will see the opening of the Tower venue.More information can be found on the Pitlochry Highland Games Website.Where to stayGordon Castle is available to hire throughout the year on an exclusive basis. The Castle boasts eight en-suite King-size rooms, a drawing room, study and billiard room. Catering for up to 18 guests.There are also 5 Holiday cottages that are available to rent. These can accommodate between 2 and 8 guests.

Other Highland Games

During the year there are many Highland games across the country. Here is our list of those events:

Details

Date:
September 10, 2022
Cost:
£8
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Website:
https://www.pitlochryhighlandgames.co.uk/

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