• PART 16 • BY JEANNIE CAMPBELL MBE. The Highland Gathering 1901 In 1901 the eighth L.H.A.C. Highland Gathering was held on Monday, May 28 at Stamford Bridge. The weather was excellent and large crowds attended. At the close Lady Dundonald presented the prizes. In the evening a dance was […]
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Results from the All Ireland Pipe Band Championships 2023
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Tickets go on sale for World Pipe Band Championships 2023
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National Youth Pipe Band of Scotland applications are open now!
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