Highland games are a very popular
traditional summer event all over the Highlands and Islands of
Scotland. Few, however, can compete in terms of setting with
those set in Mull. With a perfect site overlooking The Sound of Mull, Morvern and
Ardnamurchan, the games have a picture postcard backdrop that adds
scenic beauty to the drama enacted on the games field. With
traditionally kilted strongmen picking up, walking with and then
tossing the caber, others swirling round and throwing the hammer,
and teams of determined men struggling to gain ground in the tug o'
war its an exciting, invigorating atmosphere even for a spectator!
Locals and visiting runners compete in the hill running race,
disappearing from the games field whilst Pipe Bands entertain the
crowds with their music and marching and Scottish Country Dancers
perform on stage. With stalls and refreshments there is something
for everyone at the games and a photo opportunity not to be missed.
Click
here to see images from
a past Highland Games
Click here for a map of the Games Field
The games normally start at about 10.30am: A schedule of events is published on a local website close to
the start of the games. The publication date is not
predictable; it can be found by
clicking here.
Click here
for a 360 degree panorama taken on the games field
Go to the Mull
and Iona Diary
