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In pictures: Freedom of Aberdeenshire granted to Royal Regiment of Scotland

The regiment were paraded in Alford and Laurencekirk today as part of their celebrations.

Royal Scots Freedom of Aberdeenshire Peterhead parade.
The Royal Regiment of Scotland, including Shetland pony mascot Cruachan IV, marched through Peterhead yesterday. Image: Duncan Brown.
By Chris Cromar

The sound of bagpipes echoed around Peterhead yesterday as the Royal Regiment of Scotland (SCOTS) was granted the Freedom of Aberdeenshire.

Around 150 soldiers marched through the streets in a parade to mark the honour, which represents the close historical ties between the Army’s only Scottish infantry regiment and the communities of Aberdeenshire.

Also in attendance was their regimental mascot, a Shetland pony called Cruachan IV.

A short ceremony also took place in Peterhead, while a community event was held in the town centre at Drummers Corner.

To exercise their new freedom, the Royal Regiment of Scotland paraded in Alford and Laurencekirk.

Here are the best pictures from the day.

Royal Scots Freedom of Aberdeenshire Peterhead parade.
The Royal Scots marched through Peterhead yesterday. Image: Duncan Brown.
Royal Scots Freedom of Aberdeenshire Peterhead parade.
Around 150 members of the regiment marched in the town. Image: Duncan Brown.
Royal Scots Freedom of Aberdeenshire Peterhead parade.
The marchers were dressed in their Scottish regalia. Image: Duncan Brown.
Royal Scots Freedom of Aberdeenshire Peterhead parade.
Lots of people turned out to watch the parade in Peterhead. Image: Duncan Brown.
Royal Scots Freedom of Aberdeenshire Peterhead parade.
The band entertained the crowds. Image: Duncan Brown.
Royal Scots Freedom of Aberdeenshire Peterhead parade.
The Royal Scots marched to mark their new found freedom. Image: Duncan Brown.
Royal Scots Freedom of Aberdeenshire Peterhead parade.
The Royal Regiment of Scotland have got strong links to the north-east. Image: Duncan Brown.
Royal Scots Freedom of Aberdeenshire Peterhead parade.
The regiment marched with gusto through the streets of Peterhead. Image: Duncan Brown.
Royal Scots Freedom of Aberdeenshire Peterhead parade.
The regiment’s Shetland pony mascot Cruachan IV was also in attendance.
Royal Scots Freedom of Aberdeenshire Peterhead parade.
It was a momentous moment for the regiment. Image: Duncan Brown.

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