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February 10th, 2012 | 
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Bundanoon Stones the Stones of Manhood M odelled on the Maglashen Stones from Scotland they consist of a set of five round stones ranging from 100 kgs to 165 kgs in weight. Only five of the stones are used at any one time with the current competition set comprising the 115kgs, 120kgs,…
Originally posted 2011-03-29 14:50:46.
A video of the Scottish country most of the photo’s are taken in North West of Scotland. Accompanied by the music Highland Cathedral by The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards. from the Spirit Of The Glen Album. Available @ iTunes. ( Highland Cathedral was composed by Uli Roever and Michael Korb of Germany ) I hope you enjoy viewing.
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Full page from the Illustrated London News, an illustrated weekly newspaper weeks date as shown on top of page, the size of each page is approximately 16 x 11 inches (410×280). All are genuine antique prints and not modern copies, the Illustrated London News is an illustrated magazine which was first printed in 1842 and is the finest pictorial example of a historic social record of British and world events up to the present day. The ILN is known for its coverage of … More >>
1864 Highland Clan Braemar Castle Prince Wales Scotland
Originally posted 2011-04-24 09:54:31.
(2007) Presenter Paul Murton puts aside popular myths to uncover the true stories behind Highland clan histories. He begins with a look at the MacGregor’s, who achieved such infamy in the 17th century that at one point having the name became punishable by death.
Originally posted 2010-10-29 09:54:57.
Experience Cape Breton’s authentic culture and relive the past while overlooking the world renowned Bras d’Or Lakes from the Nova Scotia Highland Village Museum. Discover all the richness of Scottish Gaelic and Celtic history right here in the heart of Cape Breton. The Highland Village is located on a stunning 43-acre property and offers an unforgettable encounter with nature as well as our true, living Cape Breton tradition. Nova Scotia’s incredible Scottish Gaelic culture comes alive on these hills with costumed staff in full historic dress, an array of farm animals and much more. Take a tour up the hill and walk through period buildings with historic design, filled with related artifacts. Sit and enjoy a breath-taking view while listening to the annual Highland Village Day concert featuring premium traditional Cape Breton Gaelic music, song and dance. Be sure to visit the gift shop where you can find the finest selection of Cape Breton, Gaelic and East Coast music, Gaelic resources, Highland Village souvenirs, clothing, giftware and local crafts. Perhaps you’ll have the opportunity to sit in on one of the many language and culture workshops offered by the Highland Village throughout the year. Come and join in the fun and experience the unique presentation of Gaelic culture at the Nova Scotia Highland Village.
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Tossing the Caber: “Desire for strength is greatest where manliness is strongest” “When you have the caber balanced in the cup of your hand, a little dancing around can help you keep yourself in control, but the best advice there is if you feel you are losing it is ‘get out from under it!’” From an instruction book Surely the quintessential event at any Highland Games is the tossing of the caber. It has been written about since the 16th Century, yet most people today see it as a bit eccentric, if not quite a mad thing to attempt. It looks difficult and it is. What are its origins? According to David Webster in his book Scottish Highland Games, the most probable is that it was devised by Scottish woodsmen in their leisure time and maybe came from the practice of throwing tree trucks into the river for easy transport. An old saying tells us that the “Desire for strength is greatest where manliness is strongest” so it is more than likely that contests involving strength and skill were popular with these brawny lads. With logs readily available, caber tossing would be easy to arrange and would appeal to their taste in sport. So foresters most likely brought the sport to the games. Another theory lays the origin in a military discipline to breach fortifications and barriers — yes Scotland is a harsh country requiring hard men! The dimensions of the caber (or cabar in Gaelic) can vary but the norm is 18ft (5.3m) long and weighs over 150lbs (68kg). Contrary to popular belief …
Bundanoon is Brigadoon 33rd Annual Gathering 17 April 2010 Street Parade: 9:30 am Closing Ceremony : 4:30 pm Events Street Parade: 25 Marching Pipe Bands, Clan Societies & Childrens Decorated Floats At the Oval Massed Pipes & Drums, Highland Dancing, Scottish Country Dancing, Traditional Games and Not so Traditional Games for all ages, Solo Fiddler, Southern Highlands Kennel & Obedience Club, The Tartan Warriors, lifting the Bundanoon Stones of Manhood. Swordplay School of Theatrical Fencing and Stage Combat Highlander Celtic Rock Band Australia 130 Specialty, Crafts & Souvenirs & Food Stalls, even Haggis 30 Clan Information Tents to trace your heritage. Admission: Adults $18, Child $5, Family $40 (2 adults + 2 children) Concession $15(Only for holders of Age Pension Card which must be produced on request) •Contacts: Phone: 61 2 4883 7471 • : Email; brigadoon@highlandsnsw.com.au, • •Website: www.highlandsnsw.com.au/brigadoon • •Official Brigadoon Ceilidh (Scottish Knees-up) Bookings Phone 61 2 4883 6033 • •Accommodation Booking and Pre-Purchase Ticketing Service Phone: – 1300 657 559 • •ON-LINE TICKET BOOKING NOW AVAILABLE AT OUR WEB SITE BUY ON-LINE AND SAVE TIME • •Federal City Express Train from Canberra. Bookings on 02 62842790 Scotland with a wee bit of Aussie Flavour MUSIC by HIGHLANDERS Celtic Rock Band Australia
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Highland Blend Tea is a fine traditional Scottish tea. Only the best tea leaves are chosen and blended for Edinburgh Tea & Coffee Company. They are picked from selected plantations and blended to gi… More >>
Edinburgh Tea & Coffee Company Highland Blend Tea, 25-Count Teabags
