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Discover the best top things to do in , United Kingdom including Ringing Stone, Tomnaverie Stone Circle, Kindrochit Castle, Kincardine O'Neil Old Parish Church, Braemar Highland Games Centre.
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1. Ringing Stone
2. Tomnaverie Stone Circle
3. Kindrochit Castle
4. Kincardine O'Neil Old Parish Church
5. Braemar Highland Games Centre
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4.0 based on 17 reviews
Braemar Highland Games Centre explores a living tradition, the Highland games, focusing on the world-famous Braemar Gathering and its long-standing royal connections. Housed in The Duke of Rothesay Highland Games Pavilion, the stunning new building was unveiled by Her Majesty The Queen in September 2018.
Reviewed By USNA2003 - Tryon, United States
We bought our tickets several months in advance. I do recommend that you purchase a reserved seat. You'll enjoy the day so much more if you can watch from a seat, rather than standing in the outskirts. There are covered seats, and uncovered seats. I think when we purchased our seats there were only uncovered seats available. We took our chances that the weather would cooperate- miraculously it did. The weather was sunny on Sept 7, 2019, with temps in the low 70s. All the activities take place within a grassy stadium, and several go on at the same time. It's like watching a three-ring circus! So having reserved seats makes it all the more enjoyable. Among the contests are the caber toss, shot put, tug o'war, dance competitions, and track and field events. The queen and some members of the royal family motored into the stadium at 3:00 PM, and watched from the "royal pavilion" (directly across from our seats), so that was fun. Throughout the day, 12 bagpipe bands performed, sometimes marching in all all together; they were glorious. The various tartans and kilts were gorgeous. On the grounds are various food, beverage, and merchandise tents. We're so glad we attended (and were lucky to have good weather.) As you know, weather is always iffy in Scotland.
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