A showcase of brawn, agility and strength drew thousands of visitors to a north-east village this weekend.
Blue skies and sunshine helped pull in the crowds at the 17th annual Cornhill Highland Games on Saturday.
The ever-popular show kicked off in the morning with a Highland dancing contest, which featured competitors from all over the country.
A packed line up of heavy and lightweight games followed, including caber tossing, shot putt and hammer throwing.
Among the winners was James Dawkins of Aboyne, who broke the light hammer record by 6ft.
Saturday’s programme also included the traditional Knock Hill race, which was introduced as part of the games in 1970.
It was originally planned as a one-off fund-raiser for a new village playing field, but was such a success it was made a firm fixture.
Runners have to complete the gruelling eight-and-a-half mile course from Cornhill to the top of Knock Hill and back in under one hour and 45 minutes.
Elsewhere, young farmers battled it out in a series of tug o’ war games, while youngsters competed in races which were specifically designed for children.
Pipe bands entertained the crowds throughout the afternoon, while Aberdeen band Glitz performed in the marquee at night.
Compere for the day was broadcaster and Press and Journal columnist Robbie Shepherd.
Organisers hailed the weekend show as a “tremendous success” and said they couldn’t have been luckier with the weather.