Games day begins at 10am with children’s and dancing competitions before the chieftain’s parade at 1pm.

From traditional heavy weight competitions, tossing the caber, tug o’war and athletics to Highland dancing and piping performances, there is something for everyone. uk/fp/news/moray/4422024/tug-o-war-teams-determination-wont-be-frayed-this-highland-games-season-despite-dwindling-numbers/">Elgin tug o’war training session last year. North East School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, culture, religion, sex, marital status, age, political beliefs, socio-economic status, disabling condition, or vocational interest in its activities, programs or employment practices as required in Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.One of the most famous events in the North East, The Great North Run will thousands of runners from all corners of the earth.

Truly depicting the beauty of the region, the North East England Slim Calendar for 2024 highlights stunning locations throughout the year. Sailing and rowing races and some of the piping competitions will be held on the Monday and Tuesday before the games kick off on the Wednesday. Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item. Make sure you don’t miss out by checking out our handy calendar of Highland Games in the north and north-east below.

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If the item comes direct from a manufacturer, it may be delivered in non-retail packaging, such as a plain or unprinted box or plastic bag. Expect an electric atmosphere this summer, as Newcastle hosts its seventh Magic Weekend, on the 3rd and 4th June.You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice.

If you don't fancy taking part, you can enjoy the atmosphere on the 10th September, supporting participants across the finish line of one of the world’s biggest half marathons. The Calendar features twelve of the best of the Look North viewer's weather pictures from across the North East and Cumbria, as chosen by our guest judges. Schools must be open for 190 days to pupils, and an extra 5 days for teacher training each academic year.

We'll show as many as possible during the weather on Look North and each and every shot is considered to be our picture of the month. The massed pipe bands, led by Drum Major Bill Barclay, delighted the crowd at Aboyne Highland Games 2023. James’s Park stadium, complete with a buzzing fan zone, and of course a warm welcome from local Geordies. A day of catchy pop throwbacks, with big names like Betty Boo and the Sugababes, or rock along to the sounds of Squeeze or Marc Almond.