Inverness Highland Games showered with praise
More than 5000 people braved scattered showers to go along to the Inverness Highland Games.
The event at the Bught Park featured traditional heavy contests, with a record-setting 15-strong field of women competitors, as well as athletics, Highland dancing and solo piping.
There were also special attractions such as Invergordon’s world’s strongest brothers – two-time World’s Strongest Man Tom Stoltman and regular finalist Luke – who were joined by one-time World’s Strongest Man Eddie Hall, who made a surprise appearance at the event.
There was an inaugural Colour Fun Run, heritage tent for learning about a variety of clans, and plenty of local food and drink, crafts and charity-run stands. It concluded with a ceilidh, run by city business MacGregor’s Bar.
Inverness Provost Glynis Campbell Sinclair said: “Everyone had a brilliant time despite a good Highland summer’s downpour or two! The event organisers played a crucial part in making sure that this complex operation involving many different moving parts was delivered seamlessly.
“The day ended with an absolutely outstanding ceilidh, led by Bruce MacGregor and Friends, with over 400 visitors and locals giving unanimous praise for what was an amazing evening. Thanks also go to Kim Rait, of Black Orchid Events, who worked tirelessly to deliver an excellent event and the Inverness city management team for their support.”
Highland Council’s city manager David Haas said: “Over 5000 people attended the Games and many expressed how much they enjoyed the day. Tourists from all over the world got a flavour of the wonderful culture of the Highlands and, especially enjoyed the traditional side of the Games, with a substantial number attending the ceilidh in the evening.”
