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STV News
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- STV News
Hundreds march in colourful costumes for Edinburgh's first Tartan Parade
Edinburgh hosted its first Tartan Parade on Saturday, with hundreds marching through the city to the sounds of swirling pipes and drums. Inspired by New York's famous Tartan Week, around 1,600 participants set off from the City Chambers in colourful costumes. They were led by TV star Gail Porter and Kyle Dawson, president of New York's Tartan Week, who began the march when the One O'Clock Gun sounded. Pipe bands from around the world and Highland dance troupes performed for the crowds as the parade made its way to Princes Street Gardens. Performers included Chinese lion and dragon dancers and Viking 'jarl squads' from Shetland. PA Media Viking 'jarl squads' from Shetland took part (Jane Barlow/PA) PA Media In the afternoon, a ceilidh took place at the Ross Bandstand. Lord provost Robert Aldridge welcomed marchers from the top of the Mercat Cross in the Royal Mile, as the city enjoyed a day of warm, sunny weather. He said: 'It's absolutely fantastic to see so many people gathered here on the Mile. 'What better way to celebrate the 900-year anniversary of our city than with the first Edinburgh Tartan Day Parade with the sun shining down on us.' New York hosts an annual parade as part of its Tartan Day celebrations, with Scottish pipe bands marching up Sixth Avenue. The inaugural Edinburgh parade was designed to 'celebrate the Scottish culture, foster community engagement, and commemorate Edinburgh's significant 900th anniversary as a city'. It is hoped it will become an annual event. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Edinburgh Live
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
David Beckham tries new way to reach out to Brooklyn but his response is telling
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info David and Victoria Beckham are reportedly becoming increasingly worried about their son Brooklyn, who seems to be 'ignoring' their attempts to contact him. The 26-year-old used to regularly FaceTime his famous parents, but it's been alleged that there has been 'no contact' recently. This comes amidst a reported family feud after Brooklyn and his wife Nicola Peltz failed to attend both of his parents' birthday parties. Despite this, David and Victoria have been trying to reach out to their eldest child. READ MORE - 'Conflicted' Edinburgh tour guide replaces Harry Potter tours with LGBTQ ones READ MORE - Hundreds line Edinburgh streets as Gail Porter leads first ever Tartan Parade David has reportedly tried to connect with Brooklyn via social media, but without success. Rumours suggest a rift developed between Brooklyn and the rest of the Beckham family when Romeo Beckham began dating Kim Turnball, who was previously linked romantically to Brooklyn. Since these rumours surfaced, Brooklyn has notably not paid tribute to his parents, David, 50, and Victoria, 51, on their birthdays and was absent from their celebrations, reports the Mirror. An insider reportedly told the Daily Mail: "There has been no call, no contact, nothing. (Image:for Hug) (Image: Getty Images) "As parents, David and Victoria are concerned for their son and they have tried to get in touch but he isn't interested. "David even tried through social media last Monday because he fears that his son won't know that he and Victoria love him so dearly otherwise," they added. David reportedly felt the absence of his son during a recent birthday fishing trip in Scotland. Despite reaching out to Brooklyn on social media, insiders claim that Brooklyn "isn't interested at all" but his parents continue to signal "they are all there for him when he's ready to talk". Allegations have also surfaced implying that Brooklyn's spouse, Nicola Peltz, may be stirring the family strife. Since her April 2022 nuptials with Brooklyn, rumours of tension between Nicola and Victoria Beckham have been circulating. Friends of Nicola have cited "emotional abuse and toxic behaviour" as the root cause. Nevertheless, David and Victoria have dismissed such accusations as baseless and find them deeply offensive. An informant close to the Beckhams conveyed to the Mirror: "I don't think anyone who has ever seen David and Victoria with their children would recognise this deeply unpleasant attack. It doesn't even warrant a response it's so ludicrous and patently untrue." Another source revealed to The Mirror that the couple were "open mouthed" in disbelief upon hearing the allegations. Earlier, a confidant of Nicola mentioned: "We are at this point because Nicola, an outsider coming into the Beckham family, has been able to help Brooklyn see the emotional abuse and toxic behaviour within his family, that it's not healthy and it's not normal and it's not ok." However, a source close to the Beckhams claimed that Nicola's friends were "pumping out untruths", adding: "You wouldn't expect this of your worst enemy, let alone close family members. The whole thing beggars belief."
Edinburgh Live
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Hundreds line Edinburgh streets as Gail Porter leads first ever Tartan Parade
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Get the latest Edinburgh Live breaking news on WhatsApp Hundreds took to the streets of Edinburgh on Saturday for the first Tartan Parade. Marching from City Chambers, Gail Porter led the parade through the city with around 1,600 participants. Kyle Dawson, president of New York's Tartan Week, was also at the helm. Pipe bands from around the world and Highland dance troupes performed for the crowds as the parade made its way to Princes Street Gardens, reports the Daily Record. Performers included Chinese lion and dragon dancers and Viking "jarl squads" from Shetland. In the afternoon, a ceilidh took place at the Ross Bandstand. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox Lord provost Robert Aldridge welcomed marchers from the top of the Mercat Cross in the Royal Mile, as the city enjoyed a day of warm, sunny weather. He said: "It's absolutely fantastic to see so many people gathered here on the Mile. (Image: Jeff) "What better way to celebrate the 900-year anniversary of our city than with the first Edinburgh Tartan Day Parade with the sun shining down on us." New York hosts an annual parade as part of its Tartan Day celebrations, with Scottish pipe bands marching up Sixth Avenue. (Image: Jeff) The inaugural Edinburgh parade was designed to "celebrate the Scottish culture, foster community engagement, and commemorate Edinburgh's significant 900th anniversary as a city". It is hoped it will become an annual event.
Daily Record
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Tartan Parade in Edinburgh as hundreds march in colourful costumes
Inspired by New York's famous Tartan Week, around 1,600 participants set off from the City Chambers in colourful costumes. Edinburgh hosted its first Tartan Parade on Saturday, with hundreds marching through the city to the sounds of swirling pipes and drums. Inspired by New York's famous Tartan Week, around 1,600 participants set off from the City Chambers in colourful costumes. They were led by TV star Gail Porter and Kyle Dawson, president of New York's Tartan Week, who began the march when the One O'Clock Gun sounded. Pipe bands from around the world and Highland dance troupes performed for the crowds as the parade made its way to Princes Street Gardens. Performers included Chinese lion and dragon dancers and Viking 'jarl squads' from Shetland. In the afternoon, a ceilidh took place at the Ross Bandstand. Lord provost Robert Aldridge welcomed marchers from the top of the Mercat Cross in the Royal Mile, as the city enjoyed a day of warm, sunny weather. He said: 'It's absolutely fantastic to see so many people gathered here on the Mile. 'What better way to celebrate the 900-year anniversary of our city than with the first Edinburgh Tartan Day Parade with the sun shining down on us.' New York hosts an annual parade as part of its Tartan Day celebrations, with Scottish pipe bands marching up Sixth Avenue. The inaugural Edinburgh parade was designed to 'celebrate the Scottish culture, foster community engagement, and commemorate Edinburgh's significant 900th anniversary as a city'. It is hoped it will become an annual event. More On Edinburgh
Daily Record
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Hundreds march in colourful costumes for Edinburgh's first Tartan Parade
Inspired by New York's famous Tartan Week, around 1,600 participants set off from the City Chambers in colourful costumes. Edinburgh hosted its first Tartan Parade on Saturday, with hundreds marching through the city to the sounds of swirling pipes and drums. Inspired by New York's famous Tartan Week, around 1,600 participants set off from the City Chambers in colourful costumes. They were led by TV star Gail Porter and Kyle Dawson, president of New York's Tartan Week, who began the march when the One O'Clock Gun sounded. Pipe bands from around the world and Highland dance troupes performed for the crowds as the parade made its way to Princes Street Gardens. Performers included Chinese lion and dragon dancers and Viking 'jarl squads' from Shetland. In the afternoon, a ceilidh took place at the Ross Bandstand. Lord provost Robert Aldridge welcomed marchers from the top of the Mercat Cross in the Royal Mile, as the city enjoyed a day of warm, sunny weather. He said: 'It's absolutely fantastic to see so many people gathered here on the Mile. 'What better way to celebrate the 900-year anniversary of our city than with the first Edinburgh Tartan Day Parade with the sun shining down on us.' New York hosts an annual parade as part of its Tartan Day celebrations, with Scottish pipe bands marching up Sixth Avenue. The inaugural Edinburgh parade was designed to 'celebrate the Scottish culture, foster community engagement, and commemorate Edinburgh's significant 900th anniversary as a city'. It is hoped it will become an annual event.
