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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
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.
Sunday Post
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Sunday Post
Beauty competition means world to Miss Scotland Amy Scott as she conquers painful shyness
Get a weekly round-up of stories from The Sunday Post: Thank you for signing up to our Sunday Post newsletter. Something went wrong - please try again later. Sign Up Having overcome her once crippling shyness, Amy Scott is preparing to fly out to India this week to represent Scotland at Miss World. 'Competing in Miss World is like a dream,' said the reigning Miss Scotland, from Strathaven in Lanarkshire. 'I really lacked confidence when I was younger, so this is something I had never seen on the cards for myself. 'As someone who was once painfully shy, it might not seem like the obvious path, but Miss World isn't just about beauty, it's about confidence, strength, and using your voice for something bigger than yourself. 'I've learned that self-worth isn't about fitting into a perfect mould, it's about embracing who you are.' © Supplied Amy also recently made her catwalk debut at Dressed To Kilt – a fashion show at New York's Tartan Week to showcase designers such as Totty Rocks and Spencer Railton. 'Being dressed up makes me feel like a million dollars and that combined with the fact it helps to draw attention to such important causes as raising money for a worthwhile cause is something I'm grateful to experience,' said the 25-year-old, who has raised thousands of pounds for the MS Society. The Miss World competition has revamped its image since it began in 1951, placing more emphasis on contestants' charitable efforts and ditching the swimwear contest in 2014 in favour of a fitness competition. To prepare for the event on May 31, Amy has been receiving lessons at the crack of dawn to learn the 'Miss World walk' – how to walk elegantly in high heels. 'It's not as easy as it looks, there's definitely a technique to it that doesn't always come naturally,' she smiled. 'I have a coach in the Philippines and because of the time difference, I take lessons at 5am. 'I've always loved wearing heels but with this style of walking I'm a bit like Bambi on ice, especially in an evening gown. 'My coach kindly pointed out that my technique 'needs a little work'. It's all part of the fun, and I'm learning to embrace every step along the way.' © Supplied Amy also tried on some of the elegant gowns she'll be wearing for the eveningwear competition, and showed them off in a photo shoot at Glasgow University's cloisters and the City Chambers. 'I absolutely love getting all dressed up. I feel like a Barbie sometimes because in my day-to-day life it's just not something I ever do,' added Amy, who has recently returned from working in Dubai as an estate agent. 'Now I can't wait to represent Scotland on such a grand stage.'
