The Black Watch was an elite military Regiment whose history stretches back almost three centuries. This website aims to provide comprehensive information on everything 'Black Watch' from the history of the Regiment to its current activities and exists to celebrate and sustain that unique heritage and tradition.
The Black Watch and Homecoming Scotland
March 16, 2009
The year that Robert Burns was born, The Black Watch had been in existence for nearly 20 years. The Regiment had already gained fame and a reputation as a formidable fighting force.The Museum of The Black Watch is a living memorial to the many thousands of men who have served in the Regiment. During July and August 2009 the Museum will run to special events to celebrate Homecoming Scotland.
“Reading
Around The Museum” is a literary tour of the Museum, and consists of poetry and
prose relating to the history of the Regiment.
“Black Watch
Pictures and Portraits” looks at the varied and interesting art collection in
the Museum.
The two
exclusive tours will be available every Tuesday from May until December 2009.
- From 30 June to 31 August the tours will run every Tuesday. Booking is advised.
- From 1 May to 29 June 2009 and 31 August to 15 December 2009 the tours will be available on a Tuesday at one week’s notice. Booking is essential.
The literary
tour begins at 10am. The art tour begins at 2pm.
Groups of
between 5 and 12 people can be accommodated. A place on a tour will cost £5 per
person.
For further details phone the Museum on 01783 638152
Make a donation to the Black Watch Appeal
