Are you ready for the Braemar Gathering?? We can’t wait to welcome everyone this year! #braemar #braemargames #thebraemargathering | Braemar Gathering and Highland Games Centre

A wee video of the stunning Braemar Castle on a cold (-13!) morning at sunrise. 4K YouTube version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j7rnbuigNk8 Nestled in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, Braemar Castle stands as a testament to Scotland's rich and tumultuous history. With its robust towers and battlements, this 17th-century castle whispers stories of clan warfare, Jacobite uprisings, and royal festivities. 👑 Originally built in 1628 by the Earl of Mar, it has seen the hands of both Cro

🏰 Explore the fascinating history of Braemar Castle! 🌟 Built in 1628, this picturesque tower house beside the River Dee has seen its share of battles and legends. Learn about its reconstruction after the Jacobite Rising of 1689 and its role in Scottish history as a defensive stronghold. Discover the castle's connection to the Jacobite cause and its restoration in the 18th century. Don't miss the eerie tale of the Braemar Ghost, rumored to haunt the castle grounds! 👻 Braemar Castle is not just

The morning parade through Braemar to the 2022 Braemar Gathering and Highland Games Centre to start the Highland Games in Deeside, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. | Scotland Online

This weekend, The King and Queen joined spectators in celebrating one of Scotland’s most cherished traditions—the Braemar Gathering Highland Games. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Highlands and held close to Balmoral, the Games take place every year on the first Saturday in September and have run in their present form since 1832. Rich with history and culture, the event showcases traditional contests like the legendary caber toss and the tug-of-war, alongside the stirring sounds of pipe