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Stirling Highland Games welcomes more than 6,000 visitors for a celebration of Scotland’s sporting heritage

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Stirling Highland Games has celebrated another successful gathering, with 6125 visitors attending the 2026 event at Stirling Sports Village on Saturday 15th August. The annual event brought together competitors, traders, choirs, reenactments, pipe band performances, storytelling and volunteers, alongside thousands of spectators, for a day showcasing traditional Highland competition alongside athletics, cycling, Highland dancing, food, […]

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The Ultimate Scottish Summer Bucket List Experience

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With just two weeks to go until Saturday, August 15, 2026, excitement is reaching fever pitch for the return of the Stirling Highland Games at the Stirling Sports Village. Set against the majestic backdrop of the Wallace Monument and Stirling Castle, this year’s International Gathering promises an unforgettable celebration of Scottish power, passion, and pageantry.  What

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Supporting Highland Rewilding Since 2022

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Stirling Highland Games & Ceangail CIC “Plant a Tree” Initiative  At Stirling Highland Games, our celebration of Scottish tradition goes hand in hand with protecting the landscapes that inspire it. Since 2022, our stakeholders have proudly supported Ceangail CIC’s “Plant a Tree” initiative, helping to restore the natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands in partnership

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Why Stirling is Scotland’s Rising Destination — and Why the Highland Games Capture Its Spirit

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For years, visitors planning a trip to Scotland focused almost entirely on Edinburgh or Glasgow. But that is beginning to change.  A recent travel feature in Airbnb highlighted how Stirling is rapidly becoming one of Scotland’s most talked-about destinations — praised for its history, scenery, culture and central location. And honestly, it is not difficult

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Stirling Star Jackie Pirie Named Chieftain of 2026 Highland Games

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The Stirling Highland Games is proud to announce that Jackie Pirie, the Stirling‑born television actress, acclaimed author and arts advocate, will serve as Chieftain of the Stirling Highland Games 2026. Jackie began her professional career at just 11 years old, going on to enjoy a successful and varied career across television, film and theatre. Her

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Scotland’s 2026 Travel Trends

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How VisitScotland’s 2026 Travel Trends Align with Stirling Highland Games As VisitScotland’s 2026 travel trends make clear, visitors are no longer motivated by volume or novelty alone. They are looking for purpose, participation and place-based meaning. The Stirling Highland Games aligns strongly with these shifts, reinforcing Stirling’s position as a destination that delivers authentic Scottish

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Stirling Named the UK’s Top Destination for 2026 as Highland Games Take Centre Stage

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Stirling has been officially recognised as the best place to visit in the UK for 2026, according to Time Out, reinforcing the city’s position as a top-tier destination for heritage-led tourism and major cultural events—including the Stirling Highland Games and International Gathering. The accolade places Stirling at the top of a curated list of 14

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Stirling Highland Games 2025 Celebrates Record-Breaking Success with Thrilling Competitions, Cultural Showcases, and Festival Spirit

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The Stirling Highland Games 2025 has been hailed as the most successful in its modern history, drawing a record crowd of 7,866 visitors to the historic city on Saturday. Against the dramatic backdrop of the cityscape and the Wallace Monument, athletes, dancers, musicians, traders, and food vendors came together to celebrate Scotland’s culture and heritage

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