This yr, Celebration of the Centuries will span over 2,000 years of historical past, with a brand new addition that delves into the positioning’s Jacobite previous. However earlier than we provide you with a sneak peek at what to anticipate from this legendary day, let’s take a quick take a look at the historical past of Fort George.
Fort George is among the best examples of 18th century navy fortifications in Europe. Constructed between 1747 to 1769, it was the largest building job ever accomplished within the Highlands on the time.
It was constructed as a response to the Jacobite Rising of 1745/6. The Fort was not accomplished till 1769. By this time peace had returned to the Highlands, so Fort George by no means noticed a shot fired in anger.
Nevertheless, the positioning has remained an lively military base to today and is at present dwelling to Black Watch, third Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland (3 SCOTS). Regardless of being an lively military base, Fort George is ready to return alive with over 2,000 years of historical past and we’re delighted to welcome you again. Right here’s a preview of what you may count on!
Outlander Stunt Riders
We’re so excited to disclose the all-new occasion at this yr’s Celebration of the Centuries.
In a nod to its highland historical past, Fort George will witness the spectacular and daring feats of the stunt riders from the TV collection Outlander. They’ll inform the story of the Highland Girl rescued from Redcoat troopers and carry out distinctive stunt horsemanship that can go away you amazed! With such an epic efficiency set to play out in an epic location, you positively don’t wish to miss this one!
The Opening & Closing Parades
2,000 years of Scotland’s historical past march by means of Fort George, from the Romans all the best way as much as Second World Battle performers.
See what number of totally different centuries you may spot and ensure to look out in your favorite performers. Don’t neglect to go to them afterward within the day as properly! With faces from all through the centuries, that is positive to be a celebration for the ages!
Residing Historical past
Historical past comes alive all all through the weekend and also you’re in a position to wander amongst it in our Residing Historical past camps.
Discover wealthy and vibrant tales, characters, sights, sounds, and objects from throughout the ages. Uncover the habits of a Roman centurion, rise up shut and private with a Viking. Or learn the way make-up was used up to now. Our residing historical past performers will even be glad to take a photograph with you – though you would possibly want to inform them what a digicam is!
Time for meals
With all that to pack in and a lot extra, it’s necessary to do not forget that 2,000 years is a very long time to traverse. So, you’ll must be sure to are sufficiently full.
At Celebration of the Centuries, you may pop into the café at Fort George for some scrumptious treats. Or go to the NAAFI Café for a few of their scrumptious BBQ meals. There may even be an ice cream van on website, as we’re fairly optimistic that the Scottish summer time will behave! You’re additionally greater than welcome to pack your personal picnic and quiet down someplace to eat – simply watch out the stunt rider’s horses don’t snaffle your apples!
A Swing You Don’t Wish to Miss
When you hear the sound of Huge Band music drifting by means of the Fort, chances are high you’ve made it near our Forties zone.
Our unimaginable Scottish Huge Bang will play up a storm as you wander by means of the Forties encampment, though if the temper takes you and also you fancy having a little bit foxtrot or swing dance, there’s nothing to cease you! However possibly preserve the TikTok dances to your self. The dancers is likely to be a bit confused!
Discover the Centuries
If we listed all the pieces accessible to see or do at Fort George’s Celebration of the Centuries, you’ll nonetheless be studying this text by the point the occasion was over! The beauty of the occasion is that you could see and do as a lot as you need.
The very best factor to do is to obtain the programme previous to the occasion after which simply see the place the day takes you.
Ebook Your Tickets
Be sure you’re prepared for Celebration of the Centuries by reserving your tickets immediately and don’t neglect to share your images with us on social media by tagging us!
Celebration of the Centuries takes place on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 August at Fort George 11am to 5pm. We suggest reserving upfront to keep away from disappointment. An grownup ticket is £12, and the occasion is free for Historic Scotland members.
Not a member but? There’s nonetheless time to enroll and make the most of free entry to our open websites and daytime occasions.
