Highland Games in , , | Event

Welcome to the Highland Games, Fort William, Scotland. The modern form of Highland Games is a continuation of a gathering which had itâ??s origin centuries ago in clan culture in the Highlands. The clan Chiefs organised contests and Activities to find the strongest men for bodyguards, the fastest men for couriers and the fittest men for their fighting force. As a sporting Event, these contests and Activities were a way by which the rival clans could compete with each other without resorting to the bloodshed of battle, however not all contests were warlike. Pipers and dancers were also important for entertainment and the best of these could find a place in the Chiefs retinue.
Today, Highland Games, held in Fort William are still competitive, physical and musical and very entertaining for spectators.