In Pictures: Royals, Hollywood stars and rapturous applause welcome back return of Braemar Gathering
Crowds bring out their phones to record The Massed Pipe and Drums as they march around the arena at Braemar Gathering. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
ByLottie Hood and Michelle Henderson
The Royal Family and swathes of spectators turned out this year to celebrate the best of Scottish heritage at the Braemar Gathering.
Returning for the first time since Covid, the event has been attended by members of the Royal Family since 1832 and this year, was attended by Duke and Duchess of Rothesay and HRH The Princess Royal.
Upon their arrival, Prince Charles and Camilla cut the ceremonial ribbon of the Jubilee Arch to mark its official unveiling.
Other notable appearances on Saturday included Dame Judi Dench and Hugh Bonneville who both joined the crowds in filling the park with cheers and applause as competitors battled it out for first place in a range of traditional events.
The caber toss, tug of war, the hammer throw and the sprint races proved to be among the favourites with the crowd this year while others attending the event loved the host of pipe bands performing.
HRH Princess Anne, HRH The Duke and Duchess of Rothesay in the crowd at Braemar Gathering. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
Two competitors get ready to take part in a race. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
Dancers compete in the Highland Dancing competition. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
Crowds gather to enjoy the events of the Braemar Gathering. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
Teams try their hardest to win the tug of war. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
HRH Princess Anne and HRH Duchess of Rothesey are presented with flowers by Chloe Guy and Cassie Stewart. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
A group of Nepalese dancers gave a colourful performance of their traditions. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
Crowds cheer as individuals race. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
HRH Princess Anne, HRH The Duke and Duchess of Rothesay laugh together during the event. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
Coach and team working hard at the tug of war. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/Dc Thomson
Dame Judi Dench and Hugh Bonneville dress for the occasion with tartan accessories. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
Highland dancing participants gather in the middle of the arena between performances. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
Participants show off their power with the hammer throw. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
People of all ages take part in various racing events. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
A drill performance was carried out by The Royal Gurkas. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
Bagpipers put on a grand performance for the crowd. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
Individuals race to become the Braemar Gathering winner. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
HRH The Duke and Duchess of Rothesay are greeted with a handshake as they get out of their vehicle. Picture by KATH FLANNERY
The Massed Pipes and Drums walk around the Princess Royal and Duke of Fife Memorial Park arena. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
Jumpers use all they have competing in the long, high and triple jump. Picture by KATH FLANNERY
Racers feel the strain as they run to the finish line. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
Highland dancer put on a show while competing. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
HRH Princess Anne, HRH The Duke and Duchess of Rothesay are focused while watching events throughout the day. Picture by Kath Flannery/DC Thomson.
Children dress for the occasion with their tartan skirts. Picture by KATH FLANNERY/DC Thomson
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In Pictures: Royals, Hollywood stars and rapturous applause welcome back return of Braemar Gathering
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