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.
Portrait of Prince Charles
His Royal Highness The Prince Charles, Duke of Rothesay was Colonel in Chief of The Black Watch from 2003 – 2006.
The portrait was painted by Georgina Barclay in 2007 and hangs in the Museum. The Duke of Rothesay is now the Royal Colonel of The Black Watch Battalion. The Regiment has enjoyed a close and abiding relationship with the Royal Family and in particular with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother who was Colonel in Chief from 1937 until her death in 2002, a period of 65 years.
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Latest News
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Mar/18 - Retirement of Major RJW Proctor MBE
Major Ronnie Proctor retires as Regimental Secretary of The Black Watch.
Jan/28 - BBC History of the World
The Museum of The Black Watch is taking part in A History of the World, a unique partnership between the BBC, the British Museum and museums across the United Kingdom.
Dec/23 - A Soldiers Eye View of the Front Line
An Illustrated Presentation led by Lieutenant Colonel Stephen Cartwright
Commanding Officer of The Black Watch,
3rd Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland on the Battalion’s recent tour of Afghanistan
Nov/11 - The Black Watch Battalion Returns
The Black Watch, 3rd Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland will march in several locations throughout the Regimental area following their return to the UK.
Nov/10 - This Happens in War Touring Exhibition
This Happens in War is a touring exhibition that will tour the Regimental area from November 2009.